Getting a cat - p. A term of art
Involves the whole range of actions, commitments, and responsibilities that range from the logistical to the emotional and legal bonding with one / or more cats.

Background: Resident of a large North American city. Ample living space. Apartment, currently no pets.

Resolution Mechanism: Per square inch density of cat hair in my apartment resulted from said cats obtained from the "Getting a cat" thing.