The cat population is astronomical. Most experts agree that average cat owners should spay their cat, not breed. Still there are people who want to have a litter from their pet. But theres a lot to think about before planning a feline family.

Here are five things you should know:

1. It takes time. Youll have to clean the nest every day, for two months. You should keep an eye on the kittens and watch their development you wont have time for a holiday.

2. It takes space. Its not a good idea to breed if you have a 3-room apartment. Your family members should agree with your plan of having kittens. You cant lock up these little balls of fur. Theyll go everywhere - in your partners study, in your babys bedroom, your kitchen, your bathroom.

3. It takes responsibility. Do you know beforehand that you will find a good home for your kittens? Some of your friends or relatives will say Yes, lovely, Ill take one of them. But one or another may change his/her mind once the moment is near. Are you willing to keep the kitten that nobody wants?

4. It takes education. Have you thought about what could happen at birth? Do you know how to cut an umbilical cord? What to do if a newborn remains in its fluid filled sac? What supplies you need? How to know when a c-section is necessary? What to feed a pregnant cat?

5. It takes money. Kittens cost more money than you probably think. Its not only the food. Even if you go through pregnancy without a vets help, you need to have them vaccinated and dewormed.

Yes, theres a lot to think about! However, if you really want to breed, make sure you get the right information, so you are prepared for the best and the worst.