Having a cat is wonderful. But if you’ve never owned one before, there’s one thing you should know before you bring that adorable kitten or senior cat home.

Don’t buy them anything. Ever.

Sure, we get it. You want to shower your new snuggle bug with presents. But when it comes to cats, they’re not likely to appreciate it. Just ask all the other cat owners who’ve spent way too much money on toys, beds, and climbing towers…only to have their felines outright reject them.

Cats just have a way of marching to a unique beat. They don’t care you spent a lot of money choosing a present for them. That cat bed might’ve cost $60, but they can find a way comfier box. In fact, they can sleep pretty much anywhere. They can also climb and play with almost anything. So, they really don’t need any towers or toys.

When it comes to your cat, keep your money for other things and just enjoy the relationship. They’ll find plenty of things to do. And if you do ever get them a gift, don’t be surprised if they misuse it…or ignore it altogether.