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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We have had a mouse infestation and we never want mice again.  We are animal lovers and we have two kids - ages 14 and 12.  We have a 5 year old mini Goldendoodle who we love.  We are thinking of getting a cat (kitten?) both because of the mouse problem and because we'd like another animal, and we don't want to get another dog (money, walks).  We don't know much about cats, and we think that raising from a kitten might be better than adopting an adult.  We also have allergies, but I've read that there is such a thing as hypoallergenic cats.

Give me some advice (and I know I should be prepared to get blasted because this is DCUM, but please - if you don't have experienced-based advice to give just move on).  [/quote]

Hi OP! Cats are wonderful companions. Based on your situation, I'd highly recommend contacting a local rescue group with cats in foster care and tell them your situation. You are looking for a single cat who gets along with older children, dogs, and hunts. I wouldn't recommend a kitten in your situation. They are adorable, but you have very specific needs, and a kitten's personality isn't developed, so you have no idea what you'd be getting. You need an adult cat who you know won't just run and hide from your dog (or your mice).

Some cat basics - they need playtime everyday, and the litter should be scooped everyday (cats are clean creatures!), and they like water sources away from their food (so put a water bowl in your bedroom or something.) You need scratching posts near any furniture that cats would be tempted to scratch (put a "yes" next to a "no"), and cat trees are a great way to keep your cats feeling comfortable in your house. [/quote]

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