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Ideally a kitten should be at least 6 months old, but make sure the kitten has been living in the same home (not recently purchased or recently moved in) for at least 9 weeks. After 9 weeks a kitten should know it's surroundings and be able to recognise its home. A kitten should be kept indoors until it has had all its vaccinations and is spayed or neutered.
For the first few weeks, leave the door/cat flat open and make sure the kitten can make its way back in the house easily should it feel unsafe or scared at any point.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 12y agoKittens really need to be at least 10 or 11 months old to be able to go outside without supervision. This allows a kitten to be up-to-date on its vaccinations, spayed or neutered (and an additional six to nine weeks for hormones to calm down after neutering), and ultimately, at 10 months, a kitten has almost reached adulthood and is much less vulnerable against other cats, dogs or other wildlife it may encounter outside. A younger kitten is much more likely to get severely hurt or even killed in a fight with another cat.
Before sending your kitten into the great outdoors, I would highly recommend to begin with supervised visits outside, possibly on a harness. This allows a kitten to get accustomed to the sights, smells and new environment of the household garden before venturing further into less well-known territory.
Alternatively, you can cat-proof your garden by using climb-proof barriers on the fences, or building a cat run which would allow a kitten the freedom of being outdoors, but with added protection from other cats, wildlife, roads and people.
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When we adopted our cats we were advised to wait until they were at least 8 months old before letting them out.
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∙ 14y agoI think all cats should have freedom of the outside world to stay healthy and happy. You should let the cat out during the day, but try your best to get it in by nighttime, especially if you live in the wilderness. There are so many different kinds of animals who would like a cat for a tasty treat, such as cougars, coyotes, foxes, badgers, bobcats, lynxes, and some large birds. I've lost many cats that way and now bring them in at night on a daily basis, it sure has helped!
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∙ 13y agoAnswer:
Well, wait until it is at least 8 weaks old and keep it on a leash so that it won't get frightened and run away. Once it gets used to being outside, bring it off the leash, then watch it carefully. If it tries running away. Take it and put it back on the leash.
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Ideally, a kitten should be kept inside until is has had all its vaccinations. This prevents the possibility of the kitten from picking anything up outside. Training a kitten with a harness and a leash is a very safe and secure way of letting a kitten explore the great outdoors, however, if you wish to let the kitten roam freely it is advisable to wait until the cat is neutered or spayed to prevent unwanted litters, fights and from picking up diseases from other cats through fighting or mating.
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∙ 13y agoAn indoor only cat has an average lifespan of 15-18 years, whereas an indoor/outdoor cat or outdoor only cat has an average lifespan of only 3 years. In addition, statistically vet bills are higher for an indoor/outdoor or outdoor only cat because of their exposure to disease, preditors, cars, and other elements.
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∙ 15y agoVeterinarians all agree that if you train your cat to stay indoors their life expectancy is far higher than a cat being allowed outside. Cats climb and can get out on the road or under neighbors cars. In your area there may be raccoons, coyotes, etc., that just love kittens or adult cats. It is better you don't give your kitten a taste of the great outdoors or you will have difficulties keeping them inside. If you have a small porch area you can put chicken wire up and staple it to just below the eaves to keep your cat safe, but at least let them out to bask in the sun. I have done this with my small patio.
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∙ 15y ago1 year old but i perfer to keep cats inside
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∙ 15y agodepending on how healthy your cat it or how used to it's environment it is
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Around 13 - 14 weeks old, I'd say.
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∙ 12y agoa puppy can go outside at any age.
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How long do you keep a kitten indoors before allowing it out?
Do not let the kitten out until you are satisfied that he/she will be able to cope with the various dangers that the outdoors presents and that he/she will be able to find his/her way home (we were advised not to let our cats outdoors until they were at least six months old). Make sure the cat has had all its vaccinations, been neutered and been microchipped/is wearing a collar with an id tag. Try to introduce the cat to the outside slowly- accompany it around the garden as it explores and discourage it from leaving until it is used to it, call it back frequently and reward it with a small amount of food or a favourite treat. If you have a conservatory, you can accustom the cat to that first as an intermediate, where they can view the outside but be safely confined. We bring our cats in at night as they are less visible on the roads and therefore more likely to be injured in the dark, if you decide to do this it is a good idea to start from the first time you let them out and make it a routine- they should come in quite happily.
Can you pick up your kitten after spaying?
Yes it should be perfectly fine. Just be gentle and let your kitten nap because they are probably still a little drugged the day of.
How do you get a kitten out of a wine rack?
dont let your kitten get caught in a wine rack.
If you get a cat should you let him roam outside Im afraid he would get hit by a car or never come back?
Let your cat get acquainted with your house first - generally this takes a couple of days. Make sure you have a litter box, good food, and maybe a toy so he feels at home. After that, you should be good to let him play outside...he will probably make some friends (note: have you're your cats spay or neuter…it's a good idea) but don't worry, cats know who feeds them, so he'll come back. Cats are very smart. However, if your question was referencing a new kitten...then you should keep it inside until it gets older, but after that you're good.
What causes for a kitten to become sick?
If you let your kitten outside to play, it might eat quite a deal of grass. It can also start being sick as a cause of having alot of hairballs. If your cat has a hairball, it will start balking wich looks like it is away to be sick but it won't be so don't worry. Another reason is food. Either the kitten ate too much in one go, or the food doesn't agree with it.
Can kitten get lost if let outside?
Sorry to say but....yes
When can you let your kitten out?
If you want your kitten to live a long and healthy life, you should not let them out unsupervised.
When should you let a kitten out?
Kittens should be kept indoors unless you outside supervising them. Wait until they are at least 8 - 10 months old and keep a good eye on them. Lay on the grass and play with them and when you go inside take the kitten with you.
Should you let your cat investigate the outdoors when it is just a kitten?
It is not ideal. Kittens are just far too small and fragile to be allowed outside for any period of time, especially if unsupervised. However, letting a kitten outside on a harness and leash is considered safe, as you are close to the kitten at all times and it prevents the kitten from running off and getting lost. It is ideal not to let a kitten out without supervision until its near adult size (10 - 12 months old), as a fully grown cat is usually big enough to be able to defend itself from other cats and wildlife.
How do you stop your kitten from getting outside?
Don't let the kitten have access to a room with a door that leads to the outside. Make sure all the doors that lead to the outside are locked. Put her in a room where she has food, water, a bed, a litter tray and some toys so she won't be able to want to go outside.
How long do you keep a kitten indoors before allowing it out?
Do not let the kitten out until you are satisfied that he/she will be able to cope with the various dangers that the outdoors presents and that he/she will be able to find his/her way home (we were advised not to let our cats outdoors until they were at least six months old). Make sure the cat has had all its vaccinations, been neutered and been microchipped/is wearing a collar with an id tag. Try to introduce the cat to the outside slowly- accompany it around the garden as it explores and discourage it from leaving until it is used to it, call it back frequently and reward it with a small amount of food or a favourite treat. If you have a conservatory, you can accustom the cat to that first as an intermediate, where they can view the outside but be safely confined. We bring our cats in at night as they are less visible on the roads and therefore more likely to be injured in the dark, if you decide to do this it is a good idea to start from the first time you let them out and make it a routine- they should come in quite happily.
Can you pick up your kitten after spaying?
Yes it should be perfectly fine. Just be gentle and let your kitten nap because they are probably still a little drugged the day of.
How do you get a kitten out of a wine rack?
dont let your kitten get caught in a wine rack.
If you just got kitten but he stays under your bed all the time should you bring him out or let him stay?
Your kitten is unfamiliar with his or her new surroundings and will come out when he/she feels comfortable ; just be patient .
What should you do stay inside or outside?
you stay inside and let it go outside when it needs to.
Can you take kittens to a party?
NO YOU CAN'T TAKE A KITTEN TO A PARTY! The kitten will freak out and might run away or get hurt. DON'T TAKE A KITTEN TO A PARTY!!! Let your kitten stay at your house for a while, but the only other place a kitten should go is the vet. Cats don't like to go places. They're not dogs!
Is it ok to let your kitten play fight with another kitten that comes into the garden or is that other kitten trying to take over his territory?
It should be okay. After they become adults, they may fight for real over who runs the garden, but kittens are not territorial.
