Since marriage in my 30's, had family of chihuahuas, they lived over 20 years. My animal lover daughter began working as vet tech, then also fell in love with cats. I've volunteered, dog walking, cat care, etc. I've had up to 11 cats, ugh...all my daughters, down to 8. Yes I have to clean alot, I also feed outdoor ferals, raccoons, possums whatever appears on my porch, lol. Birds and squirrels too, ugh, birds practically knock on my porch door, lol. I can't see a dead bird on my walk, i weep. Winter saddens my heart, where are the kittens, cats sheltering? Your animals will be well loved by me.