Should Your College Roommate Be a Cat?

It is entirely normal that a college student, away from home for the first time, might want some companionship, and equally normal that someone might choose a cat, because as we all know, "cats are pretty low-maintenance pets." I'd like to dispel the latter assumption first, then offer some pointed questions to answer before making an impetuous decision, in order to save yourself future problems.

If, after honestly answering the questions, you've decided against a cat as a roomie, there are still other options for getting a regular cat-fix. They include getting involved in a campus TNR program, or volunteering at an animal shelter. Read the rest of the article for more information.
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