I have to admit that the only cats that we have ever owned have been the good old farm cats that lived outside, but they were always under foot and in the way so I can understand where you are coming from also as far as the dogs go they are more intune with the baby situation and dont tend to get underfoot ours always tended to steer clear when I had the babes in my arms - they loved them but knew it was time to get in the corner if I was walking around with the babies.

I take my hat off to you in trying to do what is best for your situation and that of your pets

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