[83_Silberpfeil]

Hi ---

My daughter (10) has been asking for a cat for about a year now. A few months into the 'ask', I told her that when she demonstrates greater responsibilities (her own duties/chores and proactively helping out with things not asked for) we can get her a cat.

Well she fulfilled her part --- now it's my turn to fulfill my end of the bargain.

We've been visiting the local (Pasadena, CA) Petsmart and looking at cats for adoption during weekends. We're also planning on visiting the local SPCA --- likely they will have more to choose from.

As a cat newbie, I'd like to ask this forum what I am in for and what to watch out for.

We're looking for kittens or young cats ---- a few months old up to say 2 yrs old. No special breed requirements. We do like the tuxedo or calico color patterns. Short hair is preferred.

Our house is mostly oak HW floor, lenoliam, and carpet in two rooms. I am concerned about cat scratching the HW floor and tearing up the nice living room couch.

With the above said --- what says the PPOT forum?

Thanks in advance!