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It is ideal to keep a cat indoors for at least nine or ten weeks. It is recommended by taking the cat out on a harness for the first few weeks after the indoor period, to get it accustomed to the yard or garden.
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How do you keep outdoor cats from running away?
When you first have them, or move to another house, keep them indoors for about a month, to tie them to the territory. If you are in an area without much traffic, then they may do okay outside. If you are in a rural area, then you risk having them become a "naive food source" for wildlife, including coyotes, owls and so on. Cats who are outside all of the time do have shorter lives due to various mishaps, rather than running away. I did have one cat for about 7 years who was out when I was home during the day, but indoors at night. If I was out to work, the cat was indoors.
If you have a new 3 year old cat how long do you have to keep it in for until it is allowed to go out?
Should be "forever". A safe cat is an indoor cat. Stays healthier and free from contracting diseases from other feral cats and loose cats.I have a 13 and 15 year old cat and they have been indoor cats. If you want them with you a long time. Enjoy them indoors.
How do you keep a cat from scratching on doors at night?
Is he trying to get into the room or does he just like to scratch? If he's trying to get in, let him in. If you don't want him in the room, ignore the scratching and he will eventually see that it's not working and stop. This works short term and long term, but you need to be consistent. If he just likes to scratch, spray him with some water and he will learn to stop
Is it legal to keep an abandoned cat that has been lost?
yes it is legal to keep an abandoned old cat as long as u dont harm it
Can tabby cats live indoors?
Yes. Each year many people choose to keep their pets all-indoors. it keeps the pet safe from outdoor harm. Like any other cat, a tabby (which is not technically a breed, so much as a marking-- did you know?) could adjust to this lifestyle. However, it requires more exercise and playtime, as the cat does not romp around and exercise outside. It you do not, you will get a chubby kitty and shorter time with your cat. No matter what, you should spay or neuter your cat. But when keeping your cat indoors, it is not quite as important. Your male cat may spray, and females can be a problem, too. But at least you won't come home one day to find your outside she-cat pregnant. Many people have inside pets, and it is good for the wildlife, for your cat, and for you.
How do you keep your own cats out of garden yuk?
You could ether put a large fence around your yard, build a cat run, or keep your cat indoors.
How can you stop your cat from catching animals and eating them?
Put a bell on it. Then the animals will know to run away as something is close. Alternatively, keep the cat indoors.
How do you keep outdoor cats from running away?
When you first have them, or move to another house, keep them indoors for about a month, to tie them to the territory. If you are in an area without much traffic, then they may do okay outside. If you are in a rural area, then you risk having them become a "naive food source" for wildlife, including coyotes, owls and so on. Cats who are outside all of the time do have shorter lives due to various mishaps, rather than running away. I did have one cat for about 7 years who was out when I was home during the day, but indoors at night. If I was out to work, the cat was indoors.
If you have a new 3 year old cat how long do you have to keep it in for until it is allowed to go out?
Should be "forever". A safe cat is an indoor cat. Stays healthier and free from contracting diseases from other feral cats and loose cats.I have a 13 and 15 year old cat and they have been indoor cats. If you want them with you a long time. Enjoy them indoors.
How can you keep an outside cat warm in ALASKA winters?
nothing that's why god gave it fur dugh!! have a nice day.
Your cat is an indoor outdoor cat that uses only litter indoors how can you get it to start going outside?
Remove the litter box and keep a window cracked open... Remove the litter box and keep a window cracked open...
Will your cat go missing when you are on holiday?
if you leave them with nobody and there outdoors they might or you can have somebody take care of them an keep them indoors till your back
What happens if you stick a cat in the refrigerator?
the cat will die. but it depends on how long you keep the cat in the fridge.
How do you get your neibours cat not to eat your rabbit?
Well your rabbit should be indoors anyway because any other rabbits that are not wild get illnesses if kept outside so you should not be having this problem if you move your bunny indoors
How do i train a cat to come back once out?
How do you mean if it is as being outside it is very simple do not let your cat outside be a reasonable owner and keep your cat indoors and safe. The answer above isn't true. We have three cats that are both indoors and outdoors. They are perfectly safe as they are smart cats and they know not to cross the street. They like being inside and outside. I think as long as you make sure your cat is treated well inside, he/she will eventually choose to come in on his/her own. Make sure you have some food inside as well so your cat will be tempted to come inside if it isn't already.
Is the Norwegian Forest Cat an outdoor cat?
As with all cats, it is the safest to keep a Norwegian Forest Cat indoors. The cat should be fine if it is provided with a cat tree with scratching posts, interesting toys, a perch which allows it an outside view of its home, and one-on-one time with its owner.
When can your cat go out?
This is really up to you. The great outdoors can be a dangerous place for your little feline friend; however, this is not to say that indoors is perfectly safe. Both inside and out, you need to take precautions for your kitty. Still, it is safer to keep your cat indoors at all times if possible. They do not need to go out, unlike dogs.
