 Deciding to adopt a cat is an easy task for some people. For others, it isn't easy. Well, if you're considering whether to adopt a cat or not, I'll help you get off the fence by explaining what to expect when you adopt a cat. Adopting or buying a cat can be one of the best or worst decisions you'll make. Wanna know why? Cats are funny creatures though, they sleep all day and can still curl up with you at night and appear to sleep through Cats, even those Maine Coons are nocturnal animals. So what appears to be, may not actually be. What you know to be life, is completely different once that furry feline walks into your life. Does that mean that your life has to change just because you adopt a cat? Absolutely not, but I would love to speak with you in a few weeks and hear the same thing. It will happen gradually, to the point you may not even notice your life changing. So what is going to change? You have a new companion. Getting a new cat means you get a new companion. If you stay alone, adopting a cat will mean you're no longer alone, you now have a companion. In other words, you won't have to do everything considering just yourself, you have to consider your cat too. For example, you might be forced to turn up the heat if the cat is cold, even when you're hot. This action might be a small thing to many people, but the point is that you should be ready to accommodate and consider your companion and your decisions. More chores for you to do. Adopting a cat means more chores in the house. You have to clean the things you use in your cat, he can't do chores. These activities will include cleaning your pets' feeding plate, bowl, water bottle, litter box, bed, mattress, etc. Cats are very clean animals, so you'll be forced to do these extra chores every other day. You'll have a new sleep schedule. Already, you should know cats are corpuscular animals, and they sleep a lot. While your cat will spend most of the daytime sleeping, he'll be active most of dusk and dawn. Usually, these are the times you would be asleep. With your cat awake, he could also keep you awake purring and making other sounds. Only a few cats sleep all through the night. You'll be more attentive. If you're usually distracted and pay less attention to what's happening around you, that will change when you adopt a cat. If you're not attentive, your cat may make a mess of the place and cause problems that you would like to avoid. Your cat might injure himself, escape outdoors via the window or an open door, scratch and destroy something of value in your home, etc. See our posts on how to train a cat not to scratch and how to train a cat to stay indoors to help with these problems. Less privacy for you. As mentioned earlier, adopting a cat means you now have a new companion. It also implies you now have less privacy. There are some things you'll do at home without worrying about anyone watching you, but now, you have the eyes of your cat on you. While the cat might not understand most of what you're doing and possibly cannot tell a third person, you're going to consider his presence. Cats are notorious for following their owners to the bathroom, but strangely enough, they value their privacy when doing their business. You'll be healthier. Having a cat around your house makes you healthier. According to NBC News, cats help you stress less as the sound of their perk can lower your blood pressure and be calming on your nerves. Also, since you'll no longer be lonely, they can positively influence your overall well-being. Furthermore, cat owners are less likely to die from stroke and heart attack. Hello. This video is sponsored by Beemix Pets. Are you looking for high-quality cat collars at an affordable cost? Check out BeemixPets.com. Use coupon code KittenLife to get 20% off. Bills will increase. You'll have to adjust your spending budget if you adopt a cat. Your budget will include new stuff like cat food, medication, treats, trips to the vet, etc. See our post on the best cat carrier for long-distance travel if you plan to go out with a cat. Some apartments might charge you a pet rent. Owning a cat could cost up to $1,000 per year on average. You may end up taking out pet insurance or a pet plan. While this is not an urgent spend, it is essential to ensure you don't have to spend too much when your furry friend falls sick. Check out Pet Assure if you are interested in saving some money on pet bills. Pet Assure is a very affordable plan that gives you discounts for taking your cat to a pre-approved vet. You can get 25% savings instantly on medical procedures and services done in-house. It's not pet insurance, but it's worth the buy cause it's available for use right when you need it. You'll learn to be patient. Cats will humble you. They are not kids that you can yell or command to control. You'll have to train your cat to learn everything you want him to know, from commands to using the litter box, sleeping in his bed, etc. Training takes time, and if your pet isn't a fast learner, it'll take more time. You'll learn to be even more patient if you want to live with an adopted cat. More social media. There's hardly a cat owner on social media who doesn't want to show off their pet. Even if you're a person that doesn't like posting your photos, you now have someone to capture. Also, cats can be hilarious animals that will make you laugh more and give you funny scenes to record and share. So, you'll be posting more on social media. There are even dedicated cat accounts on social media, especially on Instagram. Of course, cats don't operate these accounts, their owners do. So long clean home. It is not that cats are really messy critters. However, they will find ways to let you know they live there. You may need to invest in those sticky tape clothes erasers. Every time you sit down on a chair or on your sofa, your clothing is going to pick up some cat hair. It is inevitable. The fur just seems to float through the air and land where you do not want it. When shedding season arrives, prepare to brush your cat's hair just as much as your own hair, well maybe not quite so much. There will be the need for extra brushing of your fur baby. The main coon cat is a gorgeous feline, with long fluffy hair. That is likely one of the reasons you fell in love with the beauty. There will also be bathing to be done every so often and brushing the teeth, grooming your cat will become second nature. Then you also have the litter box that needs to be cleaned, daily. It smells, and you will want to avoid it. But if you do walk away, that bacteria is going to build up and you are risking your baby getting sick. Clean the cat box. They may find a mouse while they are outside, or even a bird and they are going to bring it to you as a present. To them, this is just another way that they show you the love they hold for you. You get to experience unconditional love. Cats are capable of loving. If your adopted cat falls in love with you, then you'll get to experience unconditional love in its truest form. You never can tell, your cat can save your life in an emergency. Mealtime will never be lonely again. One of those bad habits that many people have at restaurants, is one you will notice that your main coon cat has now. They will stare at you the whole time you are eating, if they are awake that is. They will always sit there hoping that you might throw them a small morsel or two. Which is okay, as long as it is not food that is harmful to them. We all have those moments that we just want to hug, a cuddle or someone to sit with us. Having a main coon cat is the answer to your dreams then. These gentle giants love to be held, at least most of them. Many of them will actually turn into lap cats. It will surprise you that he or she will want to cuddle up together, but do not be shocked. Even if you're having a terrible day, you may seem angry at the world, but this will not bother your baby kitten. This cat that you adopted will jump up and be there to help you calm down. They have a way of helping you de-stress. It could be that purring, it could be the way they need you as they are getting comfortable. Rest assured you will soon feel better. What you feel from this adorable cat is the same it hopes to receive from you, unconditional love. It is the greatest feeling in the world for both of you. If you enjoyed this video, kindly press the like button. Also don't forget to subscribe with notifications on, so that you don't miss out on videos like this. Thank you for watching.