Are cats easy to take care of?
Cats are fairly easy to take care of although they can get a little expensive. They get all shots and all the vet bills are the majority of the expenses. Before your kitten comes home make sure you have stainless steal food bowls one for water one for food, kitten food (specifically for kittens) tons of toys, a litter box with fresh litter, and a bed for your kitten to sleep in. You need to take the kitten to the vet as soon as you get it as it has been living outside and your vet will tell you what shots he needs and when he will be due for the next. Kittens love lazers balls and mice so make sure he has plenty to play with and good luck! EDIT: the post above mine added some things I forgot, they HAVE to have a scratching post so they wont use your furniture as one.
How do working people take care of a cat?
Lucky for you, cats are a much easier option than dogs for people who are out at work all day, and being out at work all day can often BE the reason for getting a cat rather than a dog.If you're worried about them being lonely, get two kittens from the same litter. However cats are generally loners and are content with their own company. Don't introduce a new cat at a later point to an existing lone cat; they won't get on. Trust me, I've tried it. I've had them both for 11 years now and they tolerate each other. That is the best you can say for their relationship. They aren't friends and I don't think either will care when the other dies (they are quite old).So other than that, you just need to provide food through the day (maybe dried food so it won't go bad, give meat at mealtimes), fresh water, somewhere to go to the toilet like a litter tray which you should clean morning and evening, and a comfortable place to sleep (warm if you live in a cold country, cool if you live in a hot country, or both if possible).If you can provide all this in one room then that may make things easier whilst you are out.If you are able to let your cat go outside (ie it is a safe area) then you may want to consider getting a cat flap to allow free access outdoors and indoors. You can get coded cat flaps these days which only allow your cat access, and not others.If your cat is a bit older and is happy outdoors, you can lock them out all day. That might not be an option in extreme weather but they will be fine otherwise. My boy cat always insists on going out all night and I have to let him because he's disruptive and annoying if you don't let him, whereas my 16yr old girl cat barely goes out at all, so locking out depends on your area and the cat. Plus, they might get ‘adopted’ by a neighbour who might not want to give them back.So all in all, I wouldn't worry too much about leaving a cat home all day. When it's a kitten, try to get the kitten when you have a bit of time off work so you can bond and teach things like toilet training. Otherwise, just provide basic requirements and your cat will likely be content to snooze the day away til you get home!
Are working people able to pet a turtle?
A turtle is a great pet for working people. They are quiet, easy to care for and don’t need a lot of attention. The turtle will be conditioned to respond when you approach the enclosure as it associate you with food. This is nice.If you feed in a separate container, it will cut down in the mess in the primary. If you have a filter on a water turtle’s tank, once a week maintenance is enough, but hygiene is important so use good sense and do more if necessary.They don’t have to be fed every day so if you’re gone over a weekend, no problem. Some even hibernate in winter.Do some research on the type of turtle you get, either water or land. They make specific food pellets for each which makes feeding easier, but remember to add real foods too. Young turtles need more frequent feedings and higher protein than older ones. In my water turtle tanks, I have small fish who live with them. This gives them a protein option then I feed pellets, several times a week and veggies too.. If it looks like the skin by the shell where the legs come out is bulging, you may be feeding too much, too hollow, not enough; keep an eye on this.Basically, a turtle is a prefect pet for busy people , keep in mind though, they can’t be put on a shelf and forgotten. They are a living thing and a responsibility.
How easy it is for a very busy person to own a dog? Can the dog be well house trained? How do you achieve that?
It won't be difficult for that person, but it will be very difficult for the dog.If you are getting a dog and you won't be there to feed it thrice a day, look after it, groom it, then it is much better you simply don't get one. It saves you from the guilt and saves the dog from the misery.A dog's sole purpose of survival is to provide companionship, if you don't let it do that, there's not much sense in getting a dog I feel.Dogs are very easily home trained, but it also depends on the dog sometimes. Some are very naughty whereas some are very calm.You simply give them a command and whenever they do it you offer the dog a treat. Make sure your commands are loud and clear and you need to say the same word (in a particular language) repetitively. You should start with simple ones like “sit”, “no” etc. Also it's better if you start training the dog early. How much ever intelligent dogs are it's better if you start teaching them simple commands at 3–4 months of age.
Pet for busy person?
Hamsters are great, and as long as you properly socialize them when the are babies they usually don't bite. Go to your local pet store and they would be able to give you information for properly raising a hamster. Cats are also great however some require alot of your time. (Mine hates being alone)
What are the problems encountered in taking care of pets on a busy schedule? Which pet services do you find most useful and why?
This really does not apply to me. I am retired (downsized). I rarely have need for pet care other than routine medical. I live in Indpls and belong to the website “nextdoor.com”. There are frequequently postings looking for pet sitters and those offering those services. I guess it depends on what care the pet(s) may need and what one is willing to pay.
What would make an easy reptile/amphibian pet for a teenager?
im fourteen and i really like looking at frogs,snakes,lizards, etc and would love to have my very own pet. im pretty responsible and i think that i would make a good pet owner but i would like somthing easy to take care of because i have never had one before. i would like to have some ideas for somthing that could live off of regular pet food goldfish/crickets but NOT mice and something that preferably can fit in my hand and needs low-mediam maintenance any ideas? thank you!