Still Time to Adopt During June's Adopt-A-Cat Month!

June is National Adopt-a-Shelter-Cat Month, and there is still time to find your furry feline friend!

Every summer numerous cats and kittens find themselves in shelters and rescues across the country. This is the time of year known as “kitten season” and wherever you go to adopt an animal, you are sure to find plenty of friendly felines just waiting for loving families! Some shelters are following the lead of Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in Utah and greatly reducing adoption fees; check with your local rescue, animal shelter or humane society.

And if you need a good reason to adopt a cat this month in addition to lower adoption fees, here are some reasons why adding a kitty to your clan can be a good idea:

A cat will keep you entertained with her playful antics.

A cat cleans herself – rarely do you have to bath one like you do a dog!

Cats are more independent than dogs – you can go to work daily or even take a weekend trip and not worry about how or where your cat is going to the bathroom!

A cat doesn’t have to be housebroken – using the litter box comes naturally, and most mama cats teach their kittens how to use a box very quickly.

A cat doesn’t need a lot of space, therefore, a kitty makes an excellent pet for small homes and in apartments where landlords allow pets.

A kitty doesn’t need to go outside for exercise – no walks around the neighborhood or games of catch or Frisbee; so again, it’s a good choice for apartment or condo dwellers.

Cats need minimal toys with which to be entertained, and those toys cost little money. A scratching post, a feather fishing pole, and some catnip mice work wonders for a cat’s curiosity and entertainment!

Many cats love to cuddle yet they also value their alone time – you have the best of both worlds when you get a cat!

Whether you choose an adult, a kitten, or a senior, a cat can decrease blood pressure, alleviate depression, and help combat other health issues. In fact, recent studies show that a cat’s purr lowers stress and lessens chance of heart attack in people. So, consider adopting a kitty this month – a purr-fect furry companion is waiting for you!