Top Mistakes of New Cat Owners

Judging by the popularity of this article, it was read in 2006, not only by new cat owners, but also by experienced cat people. We've all made some of these mistakes, and a refresher is sometimes a good thing. Adopting your first cat is a huge step, not to be taken lightly. Although cats have a reputation for taking care of themselves, that fact does not equal "no care is necessary."

My Jaspurr is shown here, at his very first vet visit the day after we adopted him and his brother Joey in 2002.
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