Outdoor Kitty

Cats should be outside! My first 2 cats I owned, I declawed them and kept them inside. I felt guilty for their quality of life.

My current cat is an outdoor/indoor cat. He loves it outside, especially in the summer. He is the best cat I have ever owned, the most affectionate.

Unfortunately, there have been some problems. When we lived in a busier area, he was hit by a car and survived. He also fought with a raccoon. He has survived but has some scars.He loves to hunt,so I have received many presents.

Now that we have more land, it is less busy and he is safer. I swear he looks both ways now before he crosses the street.

Despite the dangers, I can't imagine keeping him confined. He loves the outdoors too much. I can't help but think I could never live in captivity. I would rather live 10 years outside then 18 years inside. Why wouldn't feel the same way?

I completely understand why people keep their cats inside, out of love. However, I think cats should be outdoors and precautions can be provided if owners are worried.