Hello! I'm new here. Not actually a cat owner but my son has been begging for one for 3 years and now that he's old enough to help care for it I'm having less reasons to say no. I found this site to get advice and learn more. I've had dogs all my life but never a cat. We do have two small dogs at our house. They are both maltese, 6 & 4 pounds. They are 11 & 12 years old but still in good health. The older one loves cats and still acts like a puppy so I know she would enjoy having one at home as well. If you have any general words of advice I'd love to hear them.