Lifespan12–18 years
Daily time30–60 minutes a day
SpaceSmall to medium (indoors is safest)
Cost$$$
A great fit if…
- You want affection without daily walks
- You live in an apartment
- You're out during the day but home most evenings
Think twice if…
- You want a pet that always comes when called
- A scratched sofa would ruin your week
Care basics
- Two short play sessions a day
- A clean litter box, scooped daily
- Scratching posts and places to climb
- Regular vet checkups, including teeth
- Fresh water, ideally in a wide bowl or fountain
Fun fact: Cats slow-blink at people they trust. In a 2020 study, cats were more likely to approach a stranger who slow-blinked at them.
General guidance only. Needs vary by breed, species, and individual; ask a vet or a reputable rescue before you commit.
