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No 1. A Hard Time Finding A Pet-friendly House
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First, cat owners may have a hard time finding houses for rent.
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Many landlords have a no-pet policy because they worry about things like damage caused by claws.
No 2. House Interior? Nope!
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Cat owners may find it difficult to decorate a house with pretty items.
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Cats like jumping from high places. While jumping, they could destroy the items and even get hurt.
No 3. Goodbye To Aroma When Living With a Cat
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If you can’t live without aroma such as perfumes and diffusers, you need to consider giving up that for your cat.
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Cats have a sensitive sense of smell. They can get very stressed because of the strong aroma.
No 4. A Trip? Not Easy
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If you live alone with a cat, it's not easy to go on a trip.
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Even though you ask others for a cat sitting, your cat may get stressed about staying with a stranger. Even if you live with your family, it may be hard to plan a family vacation.
No 5. No Killing Time
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There are lots of chores to take care of your cat such as brushing her teeth, nail trimming, brushing her hair, cleaning cat litter, and hunting play.
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If you don’t clean dishes right away, your sneaky kitty can steal leftovers and get into trouble.
No 6. Love Costs Money
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Loving your cat is free but raising her costs money.
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It costs a small fortune when a cat is sick and goes to see a vet. Please check whether you can afford the lifetime cost before adopting a cat.