2oldman wrote:
Go Dogs wrote:
He had fleas, worms, constant absesses from fighting, fathered countless kittens,disappeared for days, etc. In spite of all this, he lived to a ripe old age.
Now, I don't think I could just let a cat out of the door knowing all the dangers. I hope they come home, soon.
Yes, being outside does brings its problems. I've seen all of those.
I've had cats most of my life.. and they lived good long lives. All outdoors.. come and go as they please through their own cat door. Never gave it a second thought. Trying to keep one inside is not pleasant.. they don't like it.
Thanks for the words. Just talking about it helps.
If they were raised to never go outdoors there is not a problem...trying to break them from ever going outside again is hard but in my opinion is needed for your sanity and the cat's well-being