It's been very hard for me because he hates it out there and i know it. My parents are making him stay in the garage/backyard after 6 years of being an indoor cat and it makes me so sad to hear him meowing at the door and knowing that he is all by himself. Right now it would really just be nice if you could share some kind thoughts and be supportive because I am extremely upset.
2007-04-15 12:22:21 · 10 answers · asked by katie 3 in Pets ➔ Cats
He uses his litter box most of the time but sometimes he doesn't and it has costed us a ton of money replacing the ruined things. My parents just had enough.
2007-04-15 12:33:11 · update #1
It's not the end of the world for your cat. My cat wants in all the time but that doesn't mean he gets his way. Many cats are totally outdoor cats and they get along just fine.
Just make sure that he has water and access to dry cat food during the day. If you feed him canned food, do it at regular times of the day and take it up at night to keep wild animals from moving into his territory.
2007-04-15 12:53:03 · answer #1 · answered by rann_georgia 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
OK I am no kid for starts. I am a 44 year old woman. So if your parents read this.. stuff it because they are pissing me off.
It is a great responsibility to take care of a cat indoors for 6 years then decided to make it an outside cat. What a great example they are showing you. If they think I do not know what I am talking about, well try 3 indoor cats. And yes Buster does not always make it to the box, Wing pukes on the hall way carpet, Minkie loves to scratch the walls.
I think it would be easier if you could keep the cat in restricted areas of the house. Where there is nothing to ruin.
Make a safe warm spot for it in the garage. As they have decided on this action. He will not be use to the cold so something inclosed.
I am so sorry for this to happen to you it is very tramitic for both you and the cat. My heart goes out to you.
Attempt to have your parents speak to the vet to see if there are other ways to solve the problem beside kicking the cat outside. If he is scratching things there is a tape sold at the pet store that will stop the scratching if applied to the couch and chairs. See if there is certin times of the day or night it can be in the house.
I am sorry that this did not help you. It is a very sad thing your parents are doing to you and the cat. You really have to speak to them about how this is hurting you to the point you are turnning to strangers for support. Good luck.
2007-04-15 21:56:48 · answer #2 · answered by SHAy 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Why are they making him stay outside? Was there a sudden change in his behavior lately? Did he start peeing and defecating outside of his litter box? If so, that means he probably has something wrong with him and a trip to the vet could clear it up. Is he not neutered? That can cause problems, too.
Personally, I would bring him back inside. It is not good for cats to be totally outdoor animals. Tell your parents that cats outside live an average of 2-3 years. Do research online about all of the perils associated with cats living outside. If they still do not care, try and find him a home where someone will keep him inside.
I feel for you as his crying must be breaking your heart. Right now, though, he needs you to work on his behalf.
*edit*
If he's not using his litterbox, that can mean many health problems. All you have to do is take him to the vet. I assume, though, that because your parents kicked him to the curb that they won't even be doing that anymore. And keeping him in the garden/backyard probably won't work. He'll eventually wander away on his own to find some place else. Are your parents going to continue to feed him and provide water? If not, he'll go wherever the food is.
You should try and find him a home where he is not outside all the time. Despite what another poster said - it doesn't matter if they are feral cats or outdoor only cats - the dangers outside are all the same and they will not live anywhere near as long. In fact, a cat that was formerly indoor is probably not afraid of humans, whereas most feral cats are. So they could be subject to more dangers by going right up to people who could mean them harm.
2007-04-15 19:29:44 · answer #3 · answered by J 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I know you're upset, but kitty knows where home is, so he won't stray, and just like time got him used to being an indoor kitty, he'll get used to being outdoors. He'll be OK there, have you thought about getting him a friend tokeep him company so he's not lonely? Any way of visiting him lots and lots as well, although I am sure you already do that?
Change is a trying time, but you'll find cats are resilient things, they get used to things.
Have you got lots of toys for him to play with?
Now is also the perfect time to 'teach' him about the garden, and with you there he won't get into trouble. Our rescue cat was an indoor, we changed it to outdoor and when she got used to it (didn't take long), she loved it. She never goes far, and stays away from dogs, strangers and the road.
All my indoor/outdoor cats have lived over 13 years, that makes little difference when you have them vaccinated and innoulated on schedule. The statistic most people throw about it for feral cats, not pets, cared for cats.
It's not the end of the world, there's a positive side to it, it's where nature intended them to be (unless it's a breed like Ragdoll) although it's hard initially, after a bit of time you'll see both you and her will be fine.
Why did you parents make this change though? Any way of making a compromise of having the cat as indoor/outdoor?
2007-04-15 19:32:25 · answer #4 · answered by Unicornrider 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
My advice would be to keep moving the box closer to the door until the cat is used to the outdoors. Then start moving the box outside. Next put some cat litter on the ground, so the cat can get used to going on the ground. But don't completely get rid of the box yet. The cat will eventually get used to doing its business outside. Then get rid of the box. I hope this works for you as well as it did for me.
2007-04-15 19:37:45 · answer #5 · answered by saxplayer4@sbcglobal.net 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Can you tell us why your parents have done this? It's a strange - and mean - thing to do, it must be heartbreaking for you. Are you able to get your parents to talk about this, calmly?
I don't want to be rude about your parents, but this is an unacceptable way to treat a cat. I don't know your situation (or even your age) but there are people who could potentially help you. Any other adults outside of the situation you can talk to, maybe get them to talk to your parents? Maybe even phone a shelter or vets and get a kind person to spare a minute to talk to your parents about a better solution for whatever the problem is.
My thoughts are that kitty will eventually get over this, but being confined to a garage/yard is not a nice situation to HAVE to get used to. There must be a better way!
Stay in touch, email me if you want, I'd really like to hear this have a happy ending for you and your cat
Chalice
2007-04-15 19:35:52 · answer #6 · answered by Chalice 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Try letting him be an indoor outdoor cat. So he can come in and out whenever he pleases and maybe he'll end up using his litterbox and the outside world 100% of the time!
2007-04-15 20:52:14 · answer #7 · answered by mayannaise 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well i hate to say this but im going to be brutally honest and you may not like it.. sorry.. but the best thing for you to do is take your cat to a no kill cat rescue shelter for him to find a new home.. why is he peeing all over the place?? does he have an infection.. or maybe he isnt happy in the situation he is in.. but it is unfair for an indoor cat to be forced to live in the garage outside.... you would be doing the best thing for him to try and find him another home where he is safe and sound....
2007-04-15 20:41:10 · answer #8 · answered by visituhere 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
has he had some behaivor problems that have made your parents put him outside??or do they just think it's better for him?if it's the latter, gently explain to your parents that an outdoor cats lifespan is approx 3yrs while an indoor can be 15 -20 years .if it's a behavour prob please see your vet for help,your cat has been indoors for 6yrs he does not want to be out!!good luck
2007-04-15 19:28:50 · answer #9 · answered by j.r. 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
unfortunately there's not much you can do. You can lay the blame on your parents though, they aught to know they're doing wrong by that cat.
2007-04-15 19:27:27 · answer #10 · answered by john w 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋