posted June 14, 2018 03:08 PM            

I am considering getting a cat but I'm not sure if it's a bad idea right now since my 6th house ruler (Saturn) is retrograde. I've thought about it for a while and know I can afford one. I'm just worried because saturn is retrograde I will change my mind. Pluto is also retrograde in my 6th house and Mars is stationed direct.

If it's helpful - I have a natal 6th house stellium with: venus retrograde, neptune, sun and uranus.

posted June 14, 2018 03:21 PM            

Although even though I'm just an amatour in astrology, I do think and believe the 6th house does NOT represent our pets. Because 6th house is for working animals, cattle etc. Animals that can be seen as "porperty" (sounds wrong but well). Or maybe this sounds better, animals that "provides" us with milk, meat etc.

Pets, in the meaning of cats, dogs, birds etc I personally believe should be concidered a 5th house matter. Or atleast, that its ruled both by the 5th and 6th.

Because thise days we concider our pets often as our "child". Atleast the pet now days is regarded as a part of the family. Of course a normal person would for ex save his/her children first if it the persons house was to be on fire. No normal person would say "Oh fudge my boy/girl, my beloved dog is more important" !.

But yeah you know how I mean, pets are also a big source of joy for a person, also maybe pets also can be seen as a hobby, so it still falls in the 5th house realm.

I can be wrong of course. And also it may differ from person to person. Some people get attached on a much higher level to their dogs and cats (yes statically those 2 species) then sme others would do.

Some may even be concidered crazy or delusional but anyways.

What sign is your 5th house in?

posted June 14, 2018 05:00 PM            

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Originally posted by Lethargic-:
I read that the 6th house was for house pets so that's what I went with ! My 5th house ruler is Jupiter, which is also currently retrograde.

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So your 5th house is scorpio then?
Hmm isin't that very fitting? I mean, cats a very can be scorpio like. Also jupiter is also very fitting, as cats are very independent animals!

I once got a cat years ago. I looked at the transits I had back then and its interesting!

I had thise transiting my 5th house back then: Jupiter, Venus, Chiron and N.node. Also Neptune had just left my 5th with 2 degrees.

posted June 15, 2018 04:30 AM            

Pet insurance is nice and inexpensive, but also make sure you find a good vet that you can afford for routine appointments such as vaccinations, yearly exams, etc. Make sure you know where the closest 24 hour emergency vet clinic is, because pets can be very good at getting themselves into all sorts of accidents. Invest in good pet food - sounds odd, but it can prevent a host of health problems. And have them microchipped, spayed/neutered, of course. Do your research, talk to your vet for advice and any questions, and take your time picking out a cat that you like and connect with.

The 6th house is all about daily responsibilities and "the small things" that we do every day. I would consider the simple action of filling a cat or dog's food and water bowl every morning a daily responsibility and service. No one is making you do it, of course, but it's a duty, service, and responsibility that you're providing for an animal that you've chosen to care for and devote time to. In that sense, I would consider pet ownership a 6th house activity. I would also consider farming animals a 6th house activity.

If we're talking about keep animals for a certain activity (such as dog shows, or horse back riding) then I would consider that a 5th house activity in conjunction with the 6th house (since they still require quite a bit of care and maintenance).

posted June 15, 2018 10:02 AM            

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Originally posted by Melinn:
If this is something you have thought of for some time then retrograde should not be a problem.

Although even though I'm just an amatour in astrology, I do think and believe the 6th house does NOT represent our pets. Because 6th house is for working animals, cattle etc. Animals that can be seen as "porperty" (sounds wrong but well). Or maybe this sounds better, animals that "provides" us with milk, meat etc.

Pets, in the meaning of cats, dogs, birds etc I personally believe should be concidered a 5th house matter. Or atleast, that its ruled both by the 5th and 6th.

Because thise days we concider our pets often as our "child". Atleast the pet now days is regarded as a part of the family. Of course a normal person would for ex save his/her children first if it the persons house was to be on fire. No normal person would say "Oh fudge my boy/girl, my beloved dog is more important" !.

But yeah you know how I mean, pets are also a big source of joy for a person, also maybe pets also can be seen as a hobby, so it still falls in the 5th house realm.

I can be wrong of course. And also it may differ from person to person. Some people get attached on a much higher level to their dogs and cats (yes statically those 2 species) then sme others would do.

Some may even be concidered crazy or delusional but anyways.

What sign is your 5th house in?

And please if you get one, fix an insurance for it! But I guess your Saturn is already telling you that

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VERY INTERESTING.

posted June 15, 2018 11:12 AM            

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Originally posted by Melinn:
Yes I see how you mean! It is about ”your service” to the animal itself also! I totally forgot that aspect of it!

I go all in for my pets. Organic food as much as possible, natural holistic supplements etc. I devote lots of time and love for a pet. All or nothing. My 6th house is though aquarius, I wonder if its why I get very stressed out having more then 2 animals at a time. I wanna give my full attention and also I may feel a bit hold back if its more then 2 animals at a time. haha its silly of course but anyways.

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posted June 15, 2018 12:36 PM            

Traditionally, pets were used as service animals so 6th house was appropriate.

posted June 15, 2018 01:49 PM            

I know people who only have cats because they want to keep out rodents. Or dogs because they want a guard dog. They don't really play with or love those animals. These animals are just fulfilling a service, like the cow that gives them milk or chicken that gives them eggs. In such cases, it is a 6th house matter.

for people who want pets for love and companionship, it is a 5th house matter.