30 People Spilled The Beans On How They Became Cat Owners, And The Stories Are Just Too Wholesome

When a person decides they want to adopt a pet, it’s always advisable not to jump on this wish straight away, and to think it through first. Just because you want a pet does not mean you can raise one.

Basically, you have to think through if you are ready to commit to being responsible for a life for many years to come, as most pet lifespans range from at least a couple of years to decades, depending on the species. 

And it’s not only a commitment of opening your door to a living being— it’s also about being or not being able to properly take care of them. Do you have enough money for food, toys, and other necessities? Do you have enough space, and/or does your landlord, if you have one, allow pets? Do you have time in a day to play, train, and exercise with them? 

These are just the most basic questions one must go through when thinking about pet ownership. If all the answers to them point towards pet parent identity, the other step is figuring out what kind of pet you want and where to get one. 

Looking at statistics, dogs and cats are the most popular pets in the United Kingdom, the United States, and likely many other countries. We’re not going to delve into why that is, as that's a topic for another day; let’s stay on the course of pet ownership itself. 

Just as there are the most popular pets, there are the most popular ways to get them, which include pet adoption and purchase. Each of these has its pros and cons. With the latter, you get a small puppy or a kitten, and you get to raise them from their early days. But, depending on the breed, it might cost a lot. And not to mention, there are some shady practices that tend to be involved in such business. 

That’s why some people look into pet adoption instead. With this, the age of the pet is not set in stone; you can get a small youngling, but also a senior. This way you’re saving them from abandonment, which just adds karma points to your life. And, as a plus, it can be a tad bit cheaper. 

While these are the most common ways people acquire a pet, it doesn’t mean they’re the only ones. Just take a look at today’s list, where people shared how they got their cats. 

Have you ever heard of the cat distribution system? It’s an online trend of describing someone acquiring the cat in the most random way, and saying that basically life just “distributed” it to them. We think today’s list is the perfect example of this phenomenon in action. 

So, add your story to the list by sharing it in the comments! It’s always wholesome to read about someone becoming a cat parent.