Outdoor Cats
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- How to Care for Outdoor Cats During the WinterWinter presents some challenges for those who are caretakers to outdoor cats. Preparations should include considerations of shelter, food and water and ensuring all three are accessible -- especially when temperatures drop below freezing.
- Indoor Vs. Outdoor Cats: Which is the Best Option?Before you bring a cat home, it is best to decide first which option you are more comfortable with so you can implement your decision as soon as he comes home.
- Protecting Your Outdoor CatIf you have an outdoor cat, you can take measures to enhance his safety while minimizing his impact on local wildlife. Several simple choices can reduce the likelihood of a car accident, dog attack, illness or wildlife encounter.
Keeping Your Outdoor Cat Cool in the Summer HeatHere are some tips on how to help your outdoor cats stay cool and safe during the hot days of summer. Know the signs of an overheated cat and what to do to help.- Indoor Cats Vs. Outdoor CatsThe pros and cons of indoor cats and outdoor cats and how you know which is right for you.
- You're Getting a Cat: Should it Be an Indoor or an Outdoor Cat?This article tells the pros and cons of indoor and outdoor cats.
How to Train Your Outdoor Cat to Be an Indoor CatTraining an outdoor cat to stay indoors is not necessarily all that difficult. Here are some tips to help make the transition easier for both you and your cat.- Safe Outdoor Cat EnclosuresWhen cats wander freely through your neighborhood they are vulnerable to traffic, dogs, other cats, and disease.
The Outdoor Cat Debate - Issues and AnswersFor years, scientists, cat lovers and animal rights organizations have debated whether domesticated cats should be allowed outside. What are the concerns that sustain these arguments, and what strategies hold the most promise for a long-term solution?- Build an Outdoor Cat EnclosureTake kitty outdoors, camping, RV'ing and more with this PVC enclosure. A full six feet tall and wide, kitty won't feel caged. Learn to build it here.
- Outdoor Cats - Keeping Them HealthyIndoor cats can suffer from almost as many problems as outdoor cats, so don't assume that keeping your beloved furball inside is any guarantee against problems. However, knowing when to head to the vet and when to play doctor is important.
DIY: Turn an Old Tree into an Outdoor Cat GymCats love to climb and play. Take an old tree or set up a series of posts to make an outdoor cat gym. It's inexpensive and great for the cats health.
Indoor Versus Outdoor CatsA must-read for any cat owner.- How to Stop Cats from Putting Holes in Screen DoorsI had an outdoor cat that began putting several holes in my sliding screen doors, and the holes turned into large irreparable rips. It is possible to stop cats from putting holes in screen doors once and for all.
- How to Get Rid of SnakesHave you noticed a lot of snakes in your yard lately? Here are some of the ways to keep the snakes away.