Posts Tagged ‘indoors’
How To Keep A Cat Indoors
by Anna P. March 18th, 2010 | Cats
Should I let my cat roam free outdoors, or should I keep him inside? The answer to this one may not be so obvious. Many cat owners believe that cats are supposed to spend time exploring the great outdoors. While these owners have the best intentions for their cats, statistics show that keeping your cat indoors will keep them healthier and prolong their lives. Dogs, wild animals, cars, parasites (including fleas), and sometimes other cats (particularly those with infectious diseases) all pose a serious danger to your cat. The best way to prevent any of these situations is to
Your Pet vs. Wild Animals
by Jane Wangersky February 2nd, 2010 | Cats, Dogs
If your cat has ever brought you a dead mouse or bird, you know about the unending war between pets and wild animals. It’s true that when a dog chases a squirrel, or a coyote eats a cat, they’re all just following their instincts. But that doesn’t mean there’s nothing we humans can do about it. We can take steps to reduce the harm pets and wildlife do to each other.
Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge has some advice for cat and dog owners.
First, what doesn’t work for cats:
Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge has some advice for cat and dog owners.
First, what doesn’t work for cats:
- Simply feeding them enough. In one experiment, cats eating their
