At Elvessa's, we know that our feline friends are a gift to be cherished and loved. We also know that those fortunate enough to share their home with a cat will want their pet to live a long and happy life. For these reasons, Elvessa's Tonkinese maintains the policy that cats from our family are to be kept indoors.
People are often surprised to learn that cats live complete, happy lives indoors.
Food and water are plentiful, the familiar smells of their family are there, and any space accommodating a human is certainly more than adequate for a cat. Cats do not need to be let out, as they naturally use their litter box. Adequate air is available, and cats who like a little sun will find a favorite window sill. For those who still think their cats need to see the great outdoors, leash-trained felines can go out for safe walks in the company of their human companions. The average life span of a cat who lives indoors is about four times greater than that of an outdoor cat.