The Contradictory Life of a Cat Owner: Owner Reveals "4 Major Breakdown Moments" But Still Nods and Says It's Super Happy

When we talk about cats, some heartwarming images may come to mind: fluffy, adorable figures, moments of affectionate purring and cuddling. However, behind these beautiful moments, there are actually some troubling "dark sides." A cat owner in Japan shared the top 4 challenges encountered in their cat-owning life:

1. The Daily Destruction of Furniture

After getting a cat, you have to be mentally prepared for your sofas, curtains, and carpets to be scratched. Scratching is a cat's nature; it's both a form of exercise and a way to mark their territory. Although you can use scratching posts and other methods to reduce damage to furniture, it's impossible to completely eliminate it.

2. Saying Goodbye to Fragrance Products

Want to light scented candles or use essential oils at home? If you want to own a cat, you'll have to think twice. A cat's liver cannot metabolize certain essential oil components, and whether through inhalation, licking, or even just skin contact, they can be harmful to them. In addition, many daily necessities such as laundry detergent and air fresheners may contain chemicals that are harmful to cats, so be sure to carefully check the ingredients before buying.

3. The Ordeal of a Picky Eater

"The cat food that they happily ate yesterday, why won't they eat it today?" This is almost every cat owner's heartfelt sentiment. Some cats easily get tired of the same food and need to change to new flavors from time to time; some cats are extremely resistant to new foods, preferring to go hungry rather than try them. Faced with the ordeal of a picky eater, owners can only prepare several backup plans to respond to the situation at any time.

4. Travel Plans Redefined

After getting a cat, spontaneous travel may have to be put on hold temporarily. Short trips for a day or two are okay, but if you have to leave home for more than two days, you have to start a series of preparations: Do you want to ask friends or relatives to help feed the cat? Or find a professional pet sitter? If you are raising a kitten or an elderly cat, travel plans need to be even more cautious.

After reading these "dark sides," you might think: "Is this kind of life really worth it?" Interestingly, according to a survey by a Japanese pet insurance company, up to 99% of cat owners said: "After having a cat, their sense of happiness has greatly increased." It can be seen that the companionship and emotional value that cats bring to us make these little troubles insignificant.