If you're getting a cat for the first time, maybe you should take a kitten because it is usually easier to train.
With respect, I wish you could train a cat.....

I was a first time cat owner 8 months ago, we decided to adopt George, or rather he decided to adopt us.

We *thought* we wanted a 2 year old cat but we had to have him and he happened to be eight and very very sweet & friendly.

Kittens are cute but need attention every 4 hours. i.e. Not ideal for a working household. Also kittens are easily adopted, by taking on an older animal, you make a difference.

Personally, I feel an adult cat is a better start for a first cat owner. Their personalities are fixed, though at a shelter all cats are a little quieter than they are in a furever home.

With George we had all the good stuff (cuddles) with none of the bad (Litter training, hunting prey).

I would highly recommend a shelter kitty.

Hopeing your perfect cat comes along (and that we get photos of said cat asap)

PS. I personally wouldn't buy though a breeder when so many shelter kitties need homes. (This is my opinion only, no disrespect to those who do prefer breeders.)