{"id":3321,"date":"2017-09-12T06:29:06","date_gmt":"2017-09-12T11:29:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dev.diamondpet.wearewoodruff.xyz\/?p=3321"},"modified":"2022-01-11T17:41:39","modified_gmt":"2022-01-11T23:41:39","slug":"best-pet-busy-lifestyles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.diamondpet.com\/blog\/culture\/lifestyle\/best-pet-busy-lifestyles\/","title":{"rendered":"What\u2019s the Best Pet for People With Busy Lifestyles?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Welcome to \u201cDebarking Pet Myths,\u201d a monthly series dedicated to addressing common myths, misconceptions and old wives\u2019 tales about dogs and cats.<\/em><\/p>\n

Cats have a reputation for being low-maintenance, easy-care pets, which is why many people assume cats don\u2019t need as much attention as dogs do. These folks apparently believe this month\u2019s myth:<\/p>\n

Cats are PURRfect pets for people with busy, always-on-the-go lifestyles.<\/h3>\n

Sure, cats are more independent and are well suited for apartment living and small homes. They can also be left alone more easily than dogs. But as long-time feline fanciers know, many cats are social animals who enjoy daily attention and affection from their owners.<\/p>\n

Plan on spending some time at home with a cat<\/h3>\n

The fact is, no cat does well when left alone for long hours every day without environmental enrichment or companionship \u2014 no matter how self-reliant they may seem. Without enough stimulation or contact with other pets or their owners, a kitty can become bored, depressed and even develop problem behaviors such as overgrooming or litter box avoidance.<\/p>\n

You should also know that cats bond with their owners and even crave their company. (Plenty of cats greet their owners at the door each night with meows and ankle rubs!) If your social life and career regularly keep you away from home, you should reconsider getting a pet. But if you spend most of your evenings and weekends at home, a cat can be a wonderful companion that helps you unwind with soothing purrs.<\/p>\n

What you should know before<\/em> adopting a cat<\/h3>\n

There are things you need to think through before you get a cat. For starters, pet ownership means committing to providing your kitty with the basics, like food, fresh water, litter box and litter, toys and veterinary healthcare. \u201cFree kitten or cat to a good home\u201d really is a myth.<\/p>\n

You should also be prepared to make some lifestyle adjustments when bringing your new feline friend home. Here\u2019s what people often don\u2019t tell prospective cat owners about cat ownership:<\/p>\n