10 Questions To Ask Yourself Before Adopting A Cat

[@knitterscheidt]

I adopted my cat at age 9, sadly she lost her family and was in a shelter for more than a year. She was shy and understandably a bit traumatized. I'm a senior with a quiet home and I knew we'd be a good match. I slowly introduced her to her new home and she adjusted very well. She's very affectionate and seems quite happy but I watch her closely and can tell if she's feeling stressed, like during family visits. It's been a great and joyful experience.

[@alnabulsi313]

Thank you so much for choosing an older cat- I met my kitty besty when she was already 20 years old so it always makes me sad to see a lot of older cats being overlooked. Sending love to your sweet baby!

[@MikePScott624]

Thx for adopting a senior, im in the process of getting a senior black boy. His owner passed

[@knitterscheidt]

@@MikePScott624 Best wishes to you both! A senior cat definitely has challenges to getting adopted but you know I wouldn't swap my kitty for any kitten.

[@julieferguson5867]

I’m a cat person and I love that you made this video!

[@katayounahoo4016]

good job. thank you so much for caring about cats. I am sure Kurt will love another lovely kitten.

[@alexfoxx3376]

Excellent, informative video, Abram. It’s clear from this and other videos you know your stuff when it comes to cats. I love your videos!

[@entropybabe]

#4 - Also be mindful of any plants you have in your home. Many plants are toxic to cats.

[@ac4896]

Other way around, Kurt adopted Abram (best Dad!)

[@alnabulsi313]

Really well done!! One additional thing cats aren't really supposed to have in the house is scents- incense, scented candles, oil burners, there are a LOT of volatile compounds in them that can mess with kitties if they breathe them in. The more you know! 🤓

[@marcom6089]

Great job on this video Abram! I’m glad you and Kurt found each other.

[@philexile0]

I had my cat Rex for 16 years. We just adored each other. Best kitty ever!

[@bumblelop4942]

Your videos are always delightful. You’ve done a great job with Kurt.❤

[@KoalaHugsGoatSharks]

So much great advice! Two kittens is always a good idea. Kittens need a playmate

[@rickhernandez7666]

Just noticed the green eyes - perfect for a cat enthusiast :) Glad you did this for potential cat owners - very helpful.

[@karenkasavage9570]

I adopted my cat from a rescue organization that rented out spaces at a certain pet store, when I first looked at the cats, I saw one whose profile seemed like he would be a perfect fit in my home. But the cat in the neighboring cage had other ideas, and that cat who pawed at me constantly to get my attention, was the one who picked me to be his mom. I couldn't have made a wiser decision than to let the cat pick his human.

[@michaelsaintz]

I have an adult male cat that with my work schedule he was getting depressed. I was going to adopt a kitten but there was an adult female mama cat that was fostered with a rescue org volunteer and was told she needed a home. I opted for the mama who was about 8 years old. Just what the doctor ordered and they both came to life and are besties. Best decision ever.😊

[@lynndemartini9379]

GREAT video - very informative! Wish more people adopted older kitties, and any shelter or stray kitties are ALWAYS sooo much more grateful to have a great home. And a shout-out to you for all you do with Kurt, and a HUGE congrats on your engagement!!!

[@greenboxqc]

Great Video! keep up the good work. I've got a cat that looks identical to Kurt called Simon. He's 6 yrs old, talkative, and is usually 10- 15ft away from us at any given time.

[@RavenBlack74]

Adopting a cat is a lift time commitment. I got my boy when he was a 10 week old kitten from a cat rescue, he passed away 2 years ago in his mid twenties. A house cat lives a better life. If you are not sure that your cat will like the new cat, some cat rescue/shelters will let you bring your cat to meet the new cat and mix with them before you take them home to see how the cats will get along.

[@johnnyrabenold6133]

I love cats….I love every kind of cat!

[@witheredbonniez]

I love your youtube videos! This was an interesting and good video.

[@Taliesin800]

$700 for a vet visit!! Great video - solid advice, Abram.

[@LuciaMakúchová]

Energy is individual, some cats don´t need so much activity. However, they must definitely have the free space to do so if they feel that. Lucy from Slovakia

[@itscatoclock]

I dont understand why people are so reluctant to adopt old cats. Its so sad and I will never understand it. Wont ever get a cat but i still watched the whole video lol

[@alnabulsi313]

My kitty best friend was already 20 when I met her and she was genuinely the most amazing and attentive friend- it breaks my heart that elderly cats are often overlooked

[@Kiwib]

It’s actually recommended to get two cats if they will not be able to leave your house. Otherwise your only cat can get bored very quickly and even humans can’t really replace interactions with other cats

[@LuciaMakúchová]

A cat needs someone not nervous but calm, not too much punctual but organised, not too sporting but also not very lazy. If you are not ready to share time and place with the warm ball of hairs, it won´t work well. I am a cat person, fortunately. Lucy from Slovakia

[@missboozehound]

I miss my kitty Crybaby. She was a great cat. Loved to play and was adventurous. Her name was cry baby because she would cry for attention, food, water and for pets and cuddles.

[@franvarga709]

You don't have Kurt, bro, HE HAS YOU!

[@sarashymko6246]

Cats are the greatest animals on the planet and get another one please

[@Benplsdonate]

Cute 😂😂❤❤❤😊😊😊❤😊😅😂😮😮😮🎉😢❤😊😊😊😅😅😂😮😮🎉😢😮❤

[@chi11y29]

Nice video dude!

[@archiebald4717]

Don't declaw them!!! It is very brutal and results in lifelong pain and disability.

[@JayJay-n5e]

Good advice

[@bastrixer]

Dont mix a kittens with an adult cat, they really need to be on the same level and not to many years apart.

[@carltwidle9046]

I love cats, but i live in a council flat. There is a council policy that states tenants are not allowed pet cats.

[@bastrixer]

The easiest way is to ask yourself: can I take care of a baby? If yes then you are ready for a cat cuz just like with a baby, your house/apartment need to be made cat safe. Then read on the breed you are planning on having. I don't recomend a savannah as an example which is a high energy and very smart cat.

[@theslaycat_cali]

I wish I knew this before I got my cat😩😎 just kidding my cat is so slay😂

[@katayounahoo4016]

love your cat...

[@theslaycat_cali]

@@katayounahoo4016 what-?

[@philchurch1115]

I have been a cat or moggy owner for 49 years and loved them all and do understand what needs to be done on a daily basis, so my cats have a nice peaceful day..

[@kdeck1258]

Abram look up Jackson Galaxy introducing another cat on youtube, He'll explain how to introduce another cat or kitten so that it's not extremely stressful for Kurt and the other cat or Kitten.

[@eyenpersu5248]

My cat's favourite toy is a rolled up ball of toilet paper. We have a lot of toys but still that is his favourite...

[@just4paws17]

you are awesome!!

[@michime7860]

Loved this

[@amphoteric]

can you make a video on pet insurance options for cats? i've been looking around but a lot of them seem scammy and not worth it 😭

[@corinnevella6484]

I adopted 2 cats one of them is over 7 and the other one is 2 and they are both adult cats but they live in the streets

[@Theentity4you21s57]

I have a cat, a rabbit, and a dog and they play fight all the time tho my cat and rabbit play together a bit for because they are closer in size.

[@chihiro5156]

Wow. Thanks for your tips man..😁😸

[@ahlemboubakeur3061]

Il dit : les mises en scène des alphabets pour relater les dictions des animaux 🐈👑 Je dis c'est exactement ce que les animaux font pour se communiquer des informations ;)

[@L_05003]

You said a kitten will most likely need to be spayed or neutered, but from what I can tell (maybe I’m wrong) it looks like in some videos that Kurt isn’t neutered. Can I ask why this is? Like I said maybe I’m wrong it’s just some videos it looks like he’s not. I’m 100% just curious and I mean no hate at all🫶🏻

[@alexfoxx3376]

My cat who looks like Kurt looks the same, and he is neutered. I am betting that Kurt is neutered too.

[@bman4473]

Abram very informative video great job 👏 !

[@elsieplaysroblox77]

A question I would like to ask if anyone could answer me, are apartments suitable for cats? Cuz I am thinking to get one but I don't know if we are pretty suitable for one

[@ahlemboubakeur3061]

Le chat orange de Kurt un nouveau -1- ;)

[@ahlemboubakeur3061]

Il dit : a ton avis pour qui je tuerais pour un chat ? Oui exacte ;)

[@yes...460]

I didn't adopt a cat either my family found a prego mother cat that was in danger with big men cats but we took her to our new house nd took care of her until she gave birth nd when she did it was a litter of 4 but one died we gave 1 to a family member ( his names simba) nd we took care of 2 but sadly one died to tragic events the last one we raised but for now shes with close family The only question i have is that the cat i raised never went to the vet even as a kitten should i take her to one now or will she be fine ?

[@moonstone6570]

I love 🐈!

[@kristineximeno6739]

Big tip: get a litter robot 😂😂😂

[@edmundthearchwizard]

I have had a cat my hole life I have 4 rn

[@x-men69-96]

How to be a dad at your age like you?

[@user_17992]

Am I the only one who’s cat can’t be carried because off their fiestiness