My vote was for 2.

For many years I only had 1 cat, then I got 1 more. When my landlord found out he gave me a choice; get rid of the cat or move. (I moved).

When my present landlord bought this apartment he said: "no pets". (They were allowed when I moved in). Since I was already living here with my cats, he let me keep them.

My landlord knows I have 2 cats and will get another if something happens to one of them. I will not push my luck and get more than 2.

I feel that 2 is what I can afford; will have to buy cheaper food.