I do not know you but you sound just fine to me. I have four dogs in the house and one cat in the house and two cats in the barn. The cats do not require as much as the dogs. I Love them all. I do give attention to my barn cats when I am taking care of the horses and ducks and chickens. They are Fat and Happy! I hate when people tell me things that make me doubt myself. DO NOT DO THIS. Happy New Year!