7 Top Reasons Why Cats Make Great Pets

Yes, cats do have a mind of their own but they can also be very fun and playful and are generally easier to care for than dogs or other pets. 

1. Cats Are Wonderful Companions  

Cats can be very independent but they also like to just hang out or sit on your lap and purr.  There is nothing better than a cat purring on your lap after a long day. Usually they are as affectionate and loving as dogs, as long as it's on their terms, and they don't require a walk every day. They are soft and fit perfectly in your lap. 

2. Cats Are Great for Apartments

Apartments are more likely to allow cats than dogs. They require less space and are generally fine with living in a smaller home without having to go outside. 

Because cats use the litter box and don’t need to be taken outside to use the bathroom or to exercise, it is easy to keep a cat in upper-level apartments or even high-rises. 

3. Cats Are Fairly Low-Maintenance

Kitties are mostly self-sufficient since they don’t need to be taken outside multiple times a day for bathroom and exercise walks. This also means less dirty paw prints and cleaning. Plus, there's no need to spend a lot of time on training after they learn to use the litter box. 

Though cats still need love and attention just like dogs, they don’t require quite as much interaction as dogs. A cat is content to curl up next to you while you work, while a dog may demand your undivided attention. Cats can also be left home by themselves for longer periods of time, even overnight, and are usually less likely to get into trouble while you are gone. Just make sure they aren't using your favorite sofa or chair as a scratching post!

4. Most Cats Do Not Need Regular Bathing or Grooming

Because cats spend so much of their time grooming themselves, so you rarely need to bathe them. They don't roll around in stinky things or wade through mud puddles. Cats really do not like to be bathed and there is no need to take them to a groomer, unless they are a long hair cat, saving a lot of money. With proper care and treatment, they can live a long and happy life. 

5. Cats Can Do Their Business Inside

Cats don’t need to be taken outside in the middle of the night to do their business. Cleaning a litterbox is not fun but it is still easier than having to go outside at night or in pouring down rain and having to carry around little baggies to pick up waste. Using an easy to clean litter like okocat, makes cleaning the litterbox less of a chore, plus it lasts longer too. 

Cats are small enough that they can get plenty of exercise indoors, especially if you have plenty of vertical spaces for your feline friend to climb. 

5. Cats Are Easy to Litter Box Train

Most kittens already know how to use the litter box as soon as you bring them home. Even cats that were born stray or feral instinctively know to bury their waste after going to the bathroom. Usually all you have to do is show her where the litter box is and show her how to dig in the (clean) litter using your own hand. 

6. Cats Can Be Left Alone 

Because cats don’t need to be taken outside to do their business every few hours, they can be left home alone all day. Cats are also less prone to separation anxiety, and can tolerate being home for longer periods of time without their human.

Cats can even be left home alone for a couple days as long as you leave enough food and water and have enough litter boxes. Investing in cat insurance however, may be a good idea in case of any unexpected accidents while you are away (or even when you are home). It also helps to have a friend or neighbor check in on your cat and give them some love while you are away.

7. Their Food is Cheaper

Cats generally eat much less than dogs, especially larger dog breed and normally do not require special diets or treats or bones.