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Indoor Cats vs/Outdoor Cats

Like many cat lovers, you may have thought about letting your cat go outside
A lot of cat owners feel guilty about keeping their cat inside and worry that they are depriving their cat of natural instincts or fresh air and sunshine
If you have experienced some of these feelings/ American Humane appreciates your concern for your feline friend and would like to help you make an educated decision
Let’s look at the issues surrounding indoor vs. outdoor cats

HEALTH CONCERNS
When you cat ventures outside it will likely encounter other cats
These cats maybe your neighbor’s kitty
A feral or community cat from the area
These cats can be a source of diseases that can be passed on to your cat if he or she comes into contact with them
A number of these diseases can be serious or potentially fatal
Common examples include:
Parasites:
While usually not life-threatening for cats, several common parasites can be picked up by your kitty when venturing outdoors/
including

fleasticksear mitesgastrointestinal wormsringworm (a fungal infection of the skin)

These parasites can cause a variety of moderate to severe symptoms, such as scratching, skin infections vomiting and diarrhea
In addition these creepy crawlies can hitch a ride into your home and infect your family. Parasites can be very difficult to eradicate from your pet, from humans and from your home. Ringworm is also a zoonotic disease which can be passed on to people who come into direct contact with the cat.

IF YOU DECIDE TO LET YOUR CAT OUTSIDE:

Protect your kitty from other cats. Keep her on a leash or secured in a cage or other confined space where she can’t get out (and other cats can’t get in) Make sure an adult supervises your kitty’s outdoor time to ensure strays cannot come into contact with he Take her to the veterinarian at least once every year for lifesaving vaccines, as well as parasite screening and treatment.

SAFETY CONCERNS

A major consideration for cat lovers thinking about letting their cat venture outdoors is safety In addition to the risks posed by fellow cats other potential hazards that can seriously threaten your cat’s well-being — and even her life _ include:

Cars:
Contrary to popular belief cats do not have the innate instinct to avoid busy streets and they frequently get hit by sona