buy or adopt?

That depends very much on you, Cougar. Do you want a particular kind — breed — of kitty and where are you?

I would always say adopt because there are not enough homes for all the wonderful cats and kittens in the world who want one. And if you buy one from a pet store, you are probably encouraging kitten mills etc. I always want to adopt all the beautiful cats and kittens in my shelter so that’s what I would do. If it’s a good shelter, they should come vet-checked, neutered or spayed (or, if they’re too young, with a vet’s voucher so you can have it done inexpensively when the time comes) and with all their shots. You will pay something towards this.

However, if you want a pure-bred kitten or cat — and there are some beautiful breeds — you may want to go to a breeder. However, you will pay a great deal — hundreds of dollars probably — for the privilege.

As a great compromise, if you DO decide on a particular breed or perhaps have a couple of breeds in mind, still get in touch with all your local shelters –they may well have a cat or kitten of that breed needing a home. Also, there are some shelters especially for pure-bred cats who need a new, loving home. Have a think, do some research, and check out what’s available around your area. Your kitty companion will be with you for at least 14 years, if you are lucky, and maybe much longer, so you want to make the right decision for both of you!

Adopt and save a kittens life!

Adopt! Absolutely…save the life of an animal by adopting!! =D

Me too! Adopt! True love. Actually, your kitty will pick you out and I think that’s the way it should be. Good luck.

I vote with the adopts, too. Of course, I found my Willow in a tree!

I vote adopt!!!! there are too way many homeless kitties out there! And just like others have said if you want a pure bred cat look into a rescue group. Good luck finding your new best friend!!!!

I hate to say this but wether you adopt or purchase a purebreed you will be spending money!

I chose to buy my babies and am quite satisfied with my choice, they came with their CFA papers as well as a 1 year death of defect agreement as well as having someone who knows the breed and can help educate me on issues that might pop up. If you buy purebreed make sure it is a devoted breeder to the breed as well as an organization. Adopting is a good thing as well but sadly lately i have had friends getting cats and kittens from shelters only to end up with huge vet bills for health concerns and some have spent that money only to loose them. So either way it is a choice adopt or purchas jsut don’t purchase from a pet store!