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Keeping Your Cats Indoors

Give your cats the best chance at a long and healthy life

Some people say it's cruel not to let a cat go outdoors. Based on our experience, we've put together a list of all the things an indoor-only cat misses:

• Being hit by a car
• Being eaten by a coyote
• Being attacked by a bird
• Exposure to FIV (Feline AIDS)
• Exposure to Feline Leukemia
• Exposure to Feline Infectious Peritonitis
• Exposure to upper respiratory infections
• Fleas, ticks, worms
• Fights
• Abscesses
• Dog attacks
• Becoming lost
• Being stolen for profit or research facilities
• Tortured by cruel people
• Poisoning by food, pesticides or anti-freeze

And here are just a few of things you gain by loving your cat enough to keep it indoors:

• Reduced exposure to fleas
• Cleaner furniture
• Lower vet bills
• A pet who's closely bonded to you, and peace of mind knowing your cat is safe and happy

The fact is, outdoor cats live an anverage of 4 years, while indoor cats live an average of almost 20.

Give your cat the best chance at a long and healthy life!

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