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Compare the life of the indoor cat with that of the outdoor cats.

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indoor cats live longer than their outdoor counterparts. Cats who are kept indoors can reach the ripe old age of 17 or more years, whereas outdoor cats live an average of just two to five years.

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Should You Have an Indoor Cat or an Outdoor Cat?

WebMD discusses the positives and negatives of indoor and outdoor cats.

By Stephanie Watson

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Hobbes, a 10-year-old orange tabby, has gotten into his share of trouble over the years. Roaming around his Fayetteville, Ga., neighborhood he’s had a few run-ins with the local wildlife. “One day he came in and he had part of his jaw missing,” recalls his owner, Lisa McWhorter. “One of his eyes was closed shut before, and he had an abscess on his back one time from where he got into a fight with something.”

Despite enjoying the freedom to roam, outdoor cats like Hobbes can lead a dangerous life. “Allowing cats outdoors increases their risk of being injured and exposed to infectious diseases such as feline leukemia virus (FeLV) and feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV),” says Jane Brunt, DVM, veterinarian and owner of the Cat Hospitals at Towson and Eastern Shore, Md., and executive director of the CATalyst Council. Outdoor cats like Hobbes also can get wounded in fights with other animals, hit by cars, or killed when they inadvertently drink poisons such as antifreeze, she says.

Indoor Cats vs. Outdoor Cats: Making the Decision

The consensus among veterinarians and organizations such as the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) is that it’s wiserto keep cats indoors. “Considering the potential dangers outdoors, an indoor lifestyle is much safer for cats,” Brunt says. “Indoor cats have a much lower likelihood of becoming hurt or ill from outdoor hazards.”

As evidence, indoor cats live longer than their outdoor counterparts. Cats who are kept indoors can reach the ripe old age of 17 or more years, whereas outdoor cats live an average of just two to five years. Another reason for indoor cats’ longevity is that it’s easier for their owners to identify health problems early, before they become life threatening.

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