Hi Sari I have two cats for three years now, and one child, 15 months old. They get along fine (really) x From our experience: x IMPORTANT: make sure that your cat immunizations are all up to date and that it doesn't have worms. It would be good to take it to the veterinarian for a thorough check up. If the cat goes outside, then treat it regularly for flees, even if you don't think it has them. x Make sure you give the cat a reasonable amount of attention too - to avoid jealousy. x Make suer that the cat food and the litter (sand) box are out of reach for a mobile baby. x Gates are good for babies, not for cats. Some cats can even open doors. x If your cat has toy mice, or any other small toy, remove it, because the baby is sure to put it in his mouth. x Cats love to sleep in baby beds (and strollers and changing table ... ). It is good to keep them covered to avoid too much cat hair. Wash the covers often. x If the baby sleeps in his own bed, make sure the cat cannot get inside. It may not mean to harm the baby, but it can accidently sit on the baby's face). You don't need to worry about that if your baby sleep in your bed. x Cats can usually get away from active babies, but not all of them do so. It is important to teach the active baby not to torment the cat in any way. x And never EVER declaw your cat. You can trim the tips of the claws a little bit, but don't declaw. The way it is done is by removing the tip of the digit and that is extremely cruel. If you think the cat has aggressive tendencies, it is better to give it temporarily to the keep of another family member or friends. x And by all means, try to encourage peaceful, playful interactions between your baby and your cat. The baby may be the cat's rival now, but will soon be its best friend! x Peace, x Talila
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