Cats

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Choice of Breed and Sex

Cats differ little in shape and size and usually the choice is simply between the typical domestic short- hair and one of the more exotic breeds or their crosses.

Temperament varies between breeds, although individual cats have differing personalities. Chinchillas tend to be highly-strung and temperamental. Large domestic shorthairs are generally quite placid. However there are always exceptions and the degree of contact the kitten has with people, and other animals, will shape his temperament, especially in the socialization period of less than 10 weeks of age. Cats of any breed or sex require ongoing commitment, care and socialisation. It is possible for any breed or sex of cat to become feral if it is ignored or neglected for long periods of time.

Both males and females make good pets. Both sexes should be desexed. Un-spayed females will regularly come on heat, with alterations to temperament, and will produce kittens. Un-neutered toms tend to be very territorial, to roam and fight and to spray urine around the house and garden.

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