Care of Your Cat Care of Your Cat Housing It is recommended that cats be indoor pets. Cats live longer, healthier lives when they do not face outdoor dangers. Cars, other cats and animals fighting for their territory, sickness and disease prevalent in the outdoors, and sickness and death from spoiled foods and poisons all pose threats to the outdoor cat. Outdoor cats are exposed to ticks, fleas and other parasites. Plan to spend more on veterinary bills if you let your cat outside.
Outdoor cats are also likely to get lost.
On average, indoor felines live 15 years versus a mere two to five years for outdoor cats. Handling The proper way to lift a cat is by placing your hand under its chest while supporting the hind legs with your other hand. If your cat struggles or assumes a stiff position, she does not want to be handled. Some cats love to be handled and others prefer that you do not pick them up. Cats typically sleep more than humans.