“One day you are on the bottom row, third from the left. The next day, you are on top of the world!” Thinking about getting a rescue cat? That is a great idea. Even better…consider adopting a senior cat. Don’t let the “senior” title fool you. There are a host of hidden benefits to bringing a senior cat into your life. Don’t believe me? Then read on…
**A senior cat has already developed a personality. This will allow you to determine if he is a good fit for your family right away.
**A senior cat seems to have the innate understanding that he has been rescued and seems to appreciate the kind gesture on your part.
**A senior cat may already have basic household etiquette under control. (Translation? Maybe he just won’t attack your feet at night!)
**A senior cat is usually litter trained and doesn’t need to learn where the box is.
**A senior cat is fully grown. No need for guesswork as to how big he will get.
**Love to nap? Your senior cat stands at the ready, as he is at a stage in life where he has championed the napping game. Snuggle up, baby!
**You may not be able to teach an old dog new tricks, but senior cats possess the requisite attention span and impulse control that allows them to be trained far easier than a younger cat.
**Senior cats are often overlooked at rescue centers. If you adopt one, you are literally saving a life….not just his…possibly yours. We all know how much cats enhance our lives!
Source: andelcare.com
Written by Ann Butenas
An internationally-recognized author and writer, Ann began her professional writing career at age 12 and began speaking while in college. She has been published thousands of times over the past three decades in all media forms, was former editor and publisher of KC Metro Woman magazine, and has also hosted three talk radio shows in the Kansas City area.
