Cat free access: freedom or risk? This is how you protect your velvet paws!

Cat free access: freedom or risk? This is how you protect your velvet paws!

Off to freedom - this is the motto under which many animals from the Linz animal shelter are looking for new homes. The cheerful mixed-breed dog Lexy (1 year old) wants to be happy as a single princess and would enjoy long walks with her new family. The reserved tiger cat Amalia (2 1/2 years), who came to the animal shelter as a stray, would also be best housed in a single place with the opportunity to go outside. The animal shelter is urgently looking for a loving home for her Krone.at reported.

However, cats can be exposed to dangerous situations when they are outdoors. According to a blog post by Kölle Zoo Although outdoor space offers unimagined freedom for cats, it also entails numerous risks: road traffic, arguments with other animals or infectious diseases - the dangers are manifold. The decision to release should therefore be carefully considered. Not only where you live, but also the individual needs and temperament of the cat play a crucial role.

To increase the safety of outdoor cats, cats should be neutered and regularly vaccinated. It is important for owners of outdoor animals to carry out current health checks in order to detect injuries or illnesses in good time. It is also advisable to facilitate access to the apartment through a cat door and to ensure that the animals always have a protected home where they can find refuge. This means they can enjoy the benefits of being outside without being exposed to unnecessary dangers.