Can the presence of a pet(cat) in your home negatively affect the value of your collectibles?

menous

I have card and photo collectibles; mostly of a hockey nature.

I'm considering selling some of the collection.

I'm also considering getting a cat.

On ebay, I've run across the expression “pet free home” much like “smoke free home” from sellers describing an item for sale.

Could the presence of a cat in my small studio apartment drive down the value of any cards I want to sell?

What precautions do collectors with pets take to protect their cards and photos?

I should mention that my most valuable cards are graded and slabbed.

Thanks and stay well.

NGS428

I wouldn’t see an issue unless your place had a foul pet smell when you walked in the door. Make sure there are no animal hairs in the cards when photographing and packing up and you are good to go.

emar

I'm usually not impressed when I see pet free home in the listing.
I have 2 dogs. They're not allowed to play with the cards
You'll be fine

DBesse27

Paging @Estil . That man loves cats as much as he loves cardboard. Like others have said, you’ll be fine.

menous

You're all very kind and helpful for taking the time to respond.

thanks

blurryface

i'll trade you my neighbors cat for your collection. even through in some used litter.

blurryface

now a wife and a collection is an entirely different scenario, in which i would suggest the cat instead on certain occasions.

thedutymon11

Morning,

Cat and Dog Hairs are fine, they just add panache to the mix. Nothing Like Scanning a Really Nice Lot of Raw Cards for recording Submission purposes and looking at the scan and there are 12 different Dog Hairs in the Scan and the Scanner Bed. And I just wiped it down 2 scans ago!

There is a member here, who I would never out, but every item I receive from them has the signature, I have animals, with animal Hair! I love it, I had 4 Dogs 0n my Rural property in the Rocky Mountains till 4 years ago. I used to Joke with the wife I could open a Sealed Can of Dinty Moore Stew, with the Can Opener and there would be a Dog Hair in it!!!!
Thanks

YeeHaw!

Neil

emeraldATV

I don't think my pet skunk would go for it.
Although she's very bright and knows better, but she has her moments.
Now, smoke or sunlight, is not your friend.

yoda100

Be careful not to leave your graded cards out on any flat surface unattended. A cat will push those items to the floor and cause scratches on the plastic.

mrpeanut39

Butch says no.

Stone193

Could the presence of a cat in my small studio apartment drive down the value of any cards I want to sell?

Hmmmm.

Maybe if they pee on your stuff? I don't see a problem.

I've been collecting over 30 yrs and have had "rescue" cats almost the same amount of time without any detriment that I can see?

My cats were saved from disaster and it's a privilege to have them in our home.

TheGoonies1985

I have had pets for decades they brought and still only bring happiness. How can they affect your collectibles don't leave them places where they may play with them simple as that. If you have things say $10 000 or more valuable get a bank safe or a large home safe one that air can circulate in and fire proof.

TheGoonies1985

Your pet will become more important to you than any collectible trust me. Just place your stuff where the pet can't reach them. Get your cat fixed and they will not piss all over the place. For cats cut their nails do not have them laser removed they cut threw the bones in the fingers. It hurts the animal very much for months. Get them use to being brushed and nails clipped. The laser option once the animal gets older can have arthritis I believe and it's painful.

I have sold on eBay for over 10 years I have never mentioned I own a pet why would I my house is always clean.

professorpuck

I actively seek out and buy cards from cat owners. It is a subtle but I think meaningful incentive for adoption.

picklepete

Cigar smoke.. stay FAR away..
Cat will be fine..

menous

I feel lucky to have found a forum with such helpful members!

You've all put my mind at ease.

My cat concerns have been thoroughly put to rest; in the cat-positive way I was hoping they could be.

I'll no doubt be back for more advice on non-pet related collectible issues.

Thank to all and a special thanks to "Butch" and "Stone193"'s 2 cats for their input.

You're the best!

Stay well.

TheGoonies1985

A life without a pet is not a life for me. Buy one or two and you will be happy. If you have a larger space 2 cats can fun together.

emar

@menous said:
I feel lucky to have found a forum with such helpful members!

You've all put my mind at ease.

My cat concerns have been thoroughly put to rest; in the cat-positive way I was hoping they could be.

I'll no doubt be back for more advice on non-pet related collectible issues.

Thank to all and a special thanks to "Butch" and "Stone193"'s 2 cats for their input.

You're the best!

Stay well.

Your thread might stay dormant for a month or 2 til someone wants to post a cat pic

rcmb3220

These two are card-trained.

TheGoonies1985

And they can play together when you are tired or want to sleep.

TheGoonies1985

Buy them at the same time so they can know each other otherwise you are asking for trouble.

TheGoonies1985

If you can locate a Russian Blue they are considered the smartest and extremely loyal. I had one for 20 years best friend I ever had. Not that my new cat is not it's just different. Russian Blue can cost near 1000$ but they are a healthy bread.

Not my cat but looked exactly the same.

TheGoonies1985

In 20 years he never bit me once I got him when he was 3 so I had him for 16 years. So as a baby they may bite. Not sure.

https://www.petfinder.com/cat-breeds/russian-blue/

TheGoonies1985

If you can keep your cat as an indoor cat they live longer and it's much less stressful always wondering if they are OK.

rcmb3220

@KingOfMorganDollar said:
Buy them at the same time so they can know each other otherwise you are asking for trouble.

Yes. Mine are litter mates.

TheGoonies1985

Hope all my PM's helped follow that and you will be all good to go.

mrmopar

Keep the urine off them and you should be good to go!

Estil

@DBesse27 said:
Paging @Estil . That man loves cats as much as he loves cardboard. Like others have said, you’ll be fine.

Cats are kind gentle creatures who are very clean...as long as they use their litter box (and some of that is compelled by nature) they're fine. And keep anything important out of reach so they don't claw it! It's certain other species that if not properly house broken can well...end up breaking things in your house!

Now the smoke free home...VERY important as over time smoking will cause your stuff to get all icky yellow...yuk!!

Estil

@KingOfMorganDollar said:
If you can locate a Russian Blue they are considered the smartest and extremely loyal. I had one for 20 years best friend I ever had. Not that my new cat is not it's just different. Russian Blue can cost near 1000$ but they are a healthy bread.

Not my cat but looked exactly the same.

Awww look at how adorable they are! But like Bob Barker once said, you can find a nice man's REAL best friend like that at a shelter near your home No need to spend nearly that much.

Estil

@KingOfMorganDollar said:
If you can keep your cat as an indoor cat they live longer and it's much less stressful always wondering if they are OK.

Like I always say and forgive me if this may sound old fashioned but it's absolutely true; a cat's place is in the home!

TheGoonies1985

@Estil said:

@KingOfMorganDollar said:
If you can keep your cat as an indoor cat they live longer and it's much less stressful always wondering if they are OK.

Like I always say and forgive me if this may sound old fashioned but it's absolutely true; a cat's place is in the home!

I agree some people prefer outdoor as well hey to each his own as long as people are carrying for animals and loving them why should I judge them. At least the animal has a home.

TheGoonies1985

@Estil said:

@KingOfMorganDollar said:
If you can locate a Russian Blue they are considered the smartest and extremely loyal. I had one for 20 years best friend I ever had. Not that my new cat is not it's just different. Russian Blue can cost near 1000$ but they are a healthy bread.

Not my cat but looked exactly the same.

Awww look at how adorable they are! But like Bob Barker once said, you can find a nice man's REAL best friend like that at a shelter near your home No need to spend nearly that much.

Of course just making a suggestion. For some $1000 is nothing peanuts. And for some it's a whole lot of money.

menous

@rcmb3220 said:

These two are card-trained.

What are their names?

2dueces

A wife is far more dangerous than a cat for your collection.

doubledragon

I just hope no cats see this thread. They pay attention to the forum you know. This thread could get them all riled up!

TheGoonies1985

@2dueces said:
A wife is far more dangerous than a cat for your collection.

@2dueces said:
A wife is far more dangerous than a cat for your collection.

Indeed indeed!!! Hence why I remain single and enjoy my hobbies the most I can. And I have all my home not just some little corner that I should be ''proud'' of having.

Always a chance you find a rare one but I rather find a rare coin all day every day.

And my pet is by far better and easier company. Always happy to see me.

menous

@doubledragon said:
I just hope no cats see this thread. They pay attention to the forum you know. This thread could get them all riled up!

Love that GIF!

I downloaded it.

Precious.

Oh, and I apologize to any cats I may have inadvertently offended.

menous

@2dueces said:
A wife is far more dangerous than a cat for your collection.

And some mothers when you're a kid collecting cards.

Estil

@KingOfMorganDollar said:

Of course just making a suggestion. For some $1000 is nothing peanuts. And for some it's a whole lot of money.

I sure wish I knew what that was like

TheGoonies1985

@Estil said:

@KingOfMorganDollar said:

Of course just making a suggestion. For some $1000 is nothing peanuts. And for some it's a whole lot of money.

I sure wish I knew what that was like

@Estil said:

@KingOfMorganDollar said:

Of course just making a suggestion. For some $1000 is nothing peanuts. And for some it's a whole lot of money.

I sure wish I knew what that was like

I think a lot of us would. Such is life some have more than others it is what it is. When I got my Russian Blue he was from a friend that no longer wanted a cat. So I took him in and he became my best friend for 16 years. Now I have a cat that I paid 50$ for st the SPCA and he is a great friend.

Estil

@KingOfMorganDollar said:

I think a lot of us would. Such is life some have more than others it is what it is. When I got my Russian Blue he was from a friend that no longer wanted a cat. So I took him in and he became my best friend for 16 years. Now I have a cat that I paid 50$ for st the SPCA and he is a great friend.

Kitties are so cute aren't they? They're so soft and cuddly, so warm and fluffy, and I especially appreciate how nice and quiet and graceful they are too!

https://youtu.be/b3yaqaCP0Xg

emar

@menous said:

@2dueces said:
A wife is far more dangerous than a cat for your collection.

And some mothers when you're a kid collecting cards.

Don't let mom throw them out.
Moms of yesteryear are LEGENDARY for throwing away baseball cards.
Very kid had a Mick, a Mays, an Aaron

Estil

@emar said:

@menous said:

@2dueces said:
A wife is far more dangerous than a cat for your collection.

And some mothers when you're a kid collecting cards.

Don't let mom throw them out.
Moms of yesteryear are LEGENDARY for throwing away baseball cards.
Very kid had a Mick, a Mays, an Aaron

Of course that's the reason they're so valuable.