Hello dear cat fanciers!
I dream about getting a kitten but so far there have been two obstacles. 1) My husband has never had cats so he isn't fond of this idea (but I've almost persuaded him already) and 2) I'm in doubt about the following: if we both are at work all day and the cat is alone at home, how will it affect his/her behaviour, health and mind? Will he/she be too active at night trying to draw our attention? Will it let us sleep? Do you think it's better not to get any pets in such a situation?
I dream about getting a kitten but so far there have been two obstacles. 1) My husband has never had cats so he isn't fond of this idea (but I've almost persuaded him already) and 2) I'm in doubt about the following: if we both are at work all day and the cat is alone at home, how will it affect his/her behaviour, health and mind? Will he/she be too active at night trying to draw our attention? Will it let us sleep? Do you think it's better not to get any pets in such a situation?

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If you're worried about leaving an animal home alone while you both work, then a cat is the perfect solution. They are very independent little critters and don't mind being alone. Although having two cats is even better. Then, if one of them gets bored or lonely, it can go and roust the other one into some play action.
Cats are nocturnal animals, so they will try to get you to play with them at night. However, it is very easily stopped by spraying your cat in the face with water and firmly saying, "NO!"
P.S. After several months of such behaviour she's OK on the weekends now.
- Jane