Cats are incredible creatures that have a lot to teach their owners. If you have a cat you know exactly what I'm saying! It's no wonder the author Charles Bukowski wrote about them, they're really great teachers about life, showing you how to relax when you need it most, even if you've got tons of work, the importance of eating good food, staying entertained and how to keep the connection with nature by exploring the outdoors.
I know, the last aspect might be frightening to most cat owners, yet even cats that have never set foot outside have interest in the outdoors, it's simply part of their nature so instead of preventing them from going out, it's advisable to work on finding the strategies that work the best for you and your feline friend; imagine what it would feel like if you never leave home!
For instance, getting a door for cat sounds ideal especially for people who have a yard so the cat wouldn't wander off right on the streets though if you have safety in mind further, then it's best to build up a small extension that would be connected to the house, provide exploration outdoors, yet still be enclosed and not lead straight to the outside life or go crazy splurging on a whole cat patio.
Pay attention to the door so you get the right one in terms of size and shape. If you do however decide to let your furry friend explore the real deal then apart from setting up a door for cat it's advisable to make sure your cat is ready for the outdoors. What I mean by this is first and foremost it's important to get all the needed vaccines and vet checkups since it's very easy to get fleas, ticks and diseases once into the world outside.
Also, it's best to neuter because cats that aren't tend to stay away from home, wandering around for weeks, some even never to return home, especially the male that often get into fights and serious injuries with other male cats around. As for the female you risk ending up with kittens that you may not want in the first place.
To be on the safe side, it's advisable to consider microchipping as soon as you welcome the cat into the family so in case it gets lost you have chances of reuniting. Furthermore, a well-trained cat is a well-behaved one meaning if you want to have a hassle-free experience teach your cat how to walk on a leash without getting scared or distracted with all the noises and people around on the streets; this way you'd both enjoy the outdoors together.
