Indoor versus Outdoors.

We all enjoy fresh air and sunshine. Animals do as well. My cats love sitting in a window when it is sunny and there is a breeze. So we all know that having indoor animals like cats can either be very good or well it depends on where you live. So here are some pro and cons on indoors versus outdoor cats. Oh my Sophia will not go outdoors. The risks to outdoor cats is that they do not live as long as indoor cats. Outdoor cats live an average of 2 to 5 years. Indoor cats can live 10 to 14 years. I do know that a friend of mine has a cat that is 18. Indoors cats advantages. Won't get hit by cars. Get lost. Be attached by dogs or other predators. Think hawks, owls, or coyotes. Eat poison left out by careless or malicious neighbors. Pick up fleas or ticks. Catch diseases from other cats. Some disadvantages. They are more likely to be overweight. Boredom can make them lazy, destructive or depressed. So go get a cat collar and a leash, then you can take them outside. Jekyll loves this. Outdoor cats benefits and disadvantages. outdoor cats get more fresh air and sun. They aren't bored, and get more exercise. The downsize is they can be hit by cars. Shot by crazy neighbors, or poisoned, and get lost. So unless you have a perfect outdoor space that is safe for your cats really think about indoor versus outdoor. As a child I did have outdoor, indoor cats, but we lived on a good sized farm that had great spaces outdoors for them and we took good care of them. My own children had indoor outdoor cats and they kept a really good eye on them. We were very fortunate that they didn't like to stray to far either, which is unusual for outdoor cats. So if you have a good outdoor space for cats, that is great. As for your indoor babies, try and keep them entertained when you can provide, cat condos that they can climb up they like high, and provide a sunny window. Happy Cats here.