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Hello! I hope you're all doing well. This is my first time ever posting in a forum, so I don't know what to fully expect. Sorry in advanced if this is absurdly long or if I've posted it under the wrong tab. I'm just looking for some general advice and answers to a few questions. I imagine you guys have tons of knowledge and I'd love to learn! Sooo, I've decided to get a cat! While I have volunteered in shelters my whole life (I'm 22) and have even worked as a cat groomer, I've never owned a cat. I mean, I do own two Shiba Inu's and they're basically cats LOL. But since this is my first feline friend, I would like to buy an older kitten/cat from a reputable cattery- a retired breeder or show cat, perhaps. Though I am not opposed to adopting at all, I'm a huge dog lover (I'm a dog trainer) and have always gotten puppies from private breeders and it's just the route I'm most comfortable taking. After doing some research, I still can't decide the Maine Coon or a Ragdoll. I also had liked the Persian/Himalayan, Birman or a Norwegian Forest Cat.. but those two seem the most favorable for what I'm looking for. Now for my questions!
- Which one would you say is more laid back, cuddly, and dog like/people oriented? Not completely sedentary, but not so energetic/off the wall and getting into trouble. Also, while I want a sweet cat- I don’t want one that’s dependent to the point that it's needy and in your face constantly/can't be left alone
- Which sheds less and requires less grooming on a weekly basis? I’m cool with doing a brushing two-three times a week, but every day seems excessive for me personally
- Which breed is easier to find/less expensive to buy from a reputable cattery?
- Which is healthier/is less prone to health issues down the line?
- Which eats less? Kind of a silly question, but both are very big and like with a large dog breed, they probably eat a lot and that can add up in price!
- Which is typically better with dogs/other animals? I know that’s more-so dependent on the individual cat, but figured I’d ask
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