Okay, so whats the deal with cats? Everyone has one but have you ever noticed how weird they really are? They sit there and stare at you, make some of the weirdest noises ever, and always knock important stuff off the counter. So why do we tolerate them? Through my many years of cat-owning experience, I have compiled a very accurate pro and con list for owning a cat. Whether you're trying to take the next step in your relationship, feeling like your child could use a pet, or just lonely as hell, take all points into consideration before you permanently change your life by owning a cat. And trust me, your life will never be the same as it was pre-cat.
Pros:
1. They are adorable
Even if you don’t like cats, you have to admit they are as cute as can be, with their fur and their little ears and their cute little paws.
2. They are the best cuddle partners
When cats want to cuddle, they are so loving. They will come right up under your arm, purr
so loud and make the most content face. You can't help but smile.3. They make you realize your goals
Eat, sh*$%, nap, repeat. They are pretty much what I aspire to be.
4. They are adorable
Don't you love how they raise their little butts when you pet them?
5. They keep you company
Let's be honest. If you have cats you're probably as single as they come, so you can pretend that you're actually coming home to someone every night.
6. Okay, did I mention how cute they are yet?
Just look at that face!
Cons:
1. They literally make some of the weirdest noises ever
What is that yelling cry sound? It's some weird cross between a cow in labor and a car crash.
2. I’ve honestly never smelled anything worse than a fresh cat turd laid in the litter box
Death. Actual death.
3. Cat hair everywhere *sneezes*
How does it get on everything? No matter how much you vacuum or do your laundry, it will still be there. People actually find it weird if you don't have cat hair on your shirt.
4. Unlike some other pets, they literally could survive on their own, making your existence pretty useless.
Sometimes it's nice to be needed but with cats, you're just the person who gets in their way and sometimes scratches their butt.
5. They only want to cuddle when they want to cuddle
Yes, cats are some of the best cuddlers but that cuddle time only comes when they want it. And when they want it is when you're trying to sleep, cook dinner, or do your taxes.
6. If they aren’t declawed they literally scratch up everything
That's including but not limited to my legs, my hands, my face, living room couches, the baseboards, door frames, magazine racks, shoes, and carpets.
7. Did I mention the cat hair?
It's everywhere!
8. Every once in a while they do that weird thing where they run all over the house at 100 mph and knock everything over
Why are they so crazy?
9. They will sit and stare at you and not blink
Every time you turn your head, they will be sitting there staring at you and judging you.
10. They clean their "area" and stare at you
11. They like to walk on your face at 3 a.m. while you're sleeping
According to them, this is prime cuddle time.
As you can tell, the cons outweigh the pros. So, pretty much, cats suck, right? But hey, screw it! I own three cats and will probably have 10 more before I die. Even if they are a pain in the ass, moody as hell, smell like a sewer drain or claw up my whole damn house, they are still so cute. I mean, their little paws!
Honestly, would should all aspire to reach this level of cool.
