As soon as I moved out on my own, I got a cat. Since then, I've had several at various times. They've ONLY been indoors cats. I've never let them out. And they really didn't fight me for the door. Cats like to be loved, played with and provided for. Get them good food, get in the habit of scooping the litter box each morning so it's always clean (and that way, it won't start smelling), and keep fresh water and food down - and happy cats! Scratching posts, some toys, some catnip - heaven.

Little kittens are more work, always active, and you really don't know their temperment right away. I'd suggest visiting the pound and some rescue societys and sitting with some kitties. See who comes to YOU. See who demands to be loved.

My latest cat I got after my 1st, old cat died. She's a year and a half and I got her at the local pet food store - a rescue place who had a number of cats. She's the one, when I stepped behind the barrier who came to me. Meowed at me and DEMANDED to be petted. And even tried to keep me near her with her claws (delicately). Surprising the rescue people - who claimed she was standoffish. Right now, she's stretched across my shoulders, loves to have her belly petted, is really good about using her scratching post and is calm and regal when friends visit. Even friends with kids.