Cats are, truth be told, some of the strangest animals on the planet. They are utterly unpredictable and are claimed by many to be plotting to take over the world. They're ill-tempered, grouchy, take a lot of naps, and like to eat. All in all, they're a lot like us and a lot different from dogs. So why are cats such popular pets? And what, exactly, is it like living with one?
1. You've learned to share.
Your bed isn't your bed. Your chair isn't your chair. You've probably found yourself sharing something with your little feline friend, and it always seems like they get a little more than half of whatever it is to themselves. Just because you're good at sharing doesn't mean they are. I've found myself sitting on the very edge of my seat numerous times--and not because the show I was watching was any good.
2. You always have an alarm.
It seems that your cat always wakes you up at the same time every morning so that you can feed them. Your little ball of fur might not be the nicest alarm in the world, but at least you will get up.
3. Lint rollers are your BFF.
Cat fur is everywhere. It seems that no matter how much you brush your cat they still shed. It's a never ending cycle. You lint roll your new black pants and almost immediately there's cat fur on them.
4. Every place is a nap place.
The couch, the counter, the top of the fridge. Your cat can sleep anywhere, and you've pretty much perfected napping by watching them.
5. Homework is a struggle.
It seems that your cat knows you're trying to do something important. Without fail, they will plop down on your books or your computer so that you can't do anything productive without moving them...and they always get mad when you move them.
6. You always have entertainment.
Your little furry monster never fails to put a smile on your face. They are so amusing as everything is an adventure with them. Finding a bug in the house, a red dot on the wall, or a new toy always ends with your cat doing a cute little pounce or some other crazy thing.
7. You've learned to expect the unexpected.
When your cat starts heading towards you, you're never really sure if they're coming to bite you or cuddle with you. It could be either really. It could even be both.
8. Anything is a good toy.
A straw, a piece of paper, a ponytail...Anything, and I mean anything, can entertain your cat for what seems like hours.
9. You don't know what you just stepped in.
Was that a hair ball? Vomit? Sometimes it's better to just not look.
10. You always have an audience.
When you go to shower, to use the bathroom, or even just to make some food, you can be sure your cat will be there with you. They have to know what you're doing at all times. There's no such thing as privacy when you have a cat.
11. You've learned to make sure the food bowl is always full.
Good luck getting anything done if your cat can see the bottom of their bowl. Are you trying to sleep? Have a big final to study for? It doesn't matter to them. They haven't been fed in an hour, so they're obviously dying of hunger.
12. You don't need an exterminator.
Accept whatever that dead thing is with gratitude. They caught it and killed it for you. Now you don't have to pay for someone to come in and kill it! You have a little buddy who does it for a full food bowl.
13. You wouldn't have it any other way.
Your cat is awesome, and you don't know what you would do without them. End of story.
