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he is not a cat but not a kitten more of a kid he and his brother just started going outside is ther any thing i should know?
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Yes, you should know that allowing your cat to roam freely outside is dangerous and irresponsible.
Keep your cat inside or allow outdoor time that is fully supervised.
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my dad says to let him outside he is SSSSOOOOOOOOOOOO stubern i cant talk him out of nothing.
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I agree with Cat, I wish I could have the same set up she has in her backyard, but I am in an apartment. We are off the ground so I do let her on the deck it's not alot but I watch her and and pet her out there. After we get married we will shortly be getting a house. The deck is safe, it has pretty high railings and there's that plastic netting stuff in green so she can't squeeze in between.
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See this question posted by catsofmany for more information abotu allowing your cat outside.
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is a myth that cats are “street wise” about cars.
Diseases.
Rabies and other diseases that can be transmitted to humans are a serious public health concern. And free-roaming cats are far more likely to come in contact with other animals who commonly carry rabies, like raccoons. In fact, cats are more than twice as likely to become infected with rabies as dogs.*
There are other serious diseases that affect only cats. According to the American Association of Feline Practitioners, as many as 15% of sick cats are infected with feline leukemia or feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV)—and many cats have both. These viruses are fatal and transmitted through contact with other cats. Disease is one reason that two out of three veterinarians recommend keeping cats indoors.
Diseases for which we currently do not have vaccines for (Feline Aids), or vaccines that are not reliably effective (Feline Leukemia, Feline Infectious Peritonitis).
Heartworm. Yes, it is true that a cat can get heartworm, through mosquito bites. Shorthairs are at higher risk than longhairs.
Skin cancer. Light colored kitties (especially white) are at risk for skin cancer of the ears due to exposure to direct sunlight.
Toxoplasmosis. A single celled organism that cats can ingest while eating prey that has been exposed. Not only can it kill a cat, it is contagious to people and can result in severe birth defects to human babies whose mothers are exposed during pregnancy. Wearing rubber gloves while handling litter pan duties and gardening is highly recommended for pregnant women. Finding another home for your cherished pet is NOT necessary.
Outdoor cats can suffer torn ears, cut eyes, abscesses, and other injuries requiring expensive veterinary treatment. (an untreated abscess can kill a cat)
It is estimated that over 100,000 cats are caught in traps each year. Those who aren’t killed may suffer for days before being released and often lose limbs fro the injuries.
As if that is not enough food for thought, consider our wildlife. Cats kill many songbirds each year, plus rabbits, squirrels, mice, chipmunks, reptiles, etc. Most areas are not overrun with these creatures, and cats are not performing a necessary service by killing them.
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Why don’t you ask a neighbor or a relative or a close friend to take him inside.this way you can still visit your cat. that is better then being outside with the cold weather that is approaching.your cat can get hit by a car ,get attacked by a wild animal and etc. people let there animals outside and then when something bad happens to there animal then there all upset and crying. i don’t feel bad for those people i feel bad for that poor animal.your cat will live a alot longer and have much more of a happier life staying inside a safe home.
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well keeping your cat inside is better than letting him out. It could be dangerous for your cat.
You can do many activities to keep your cat fit by staying inside. So dont take risk of letting your cat out to roam freely
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-get a collar and name tag
- get a tatoo or microchip
- often check your cats for worms, fleas, and other parasites
- remember to check your cat for scars, cuts, and other injuries. You don’t wan them to get infected.
- have a way for her to come inside. ex. a cat door. This is not manditory, but it’s easier then having to open the door for her whenever she wants in or out!!
- make sure she has all her shots and vaccines up to date
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dont let him outside my friends cat died of getting worms!!!!!!!
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I let my cat out, and she has never gotten worms.
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You're right, cats can die from worms if they're not treated. Especially dangerous for kittens.
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