So you actually believe that outdoor cats would live longer? That seems to be contrary to most beliefs - why do you think that way?Originally Posted by Mirinae
I imagine in countries like England, where it's more common for cats to be indoor/outdoor pets, the life expectancy may be higher for outdoor cats.
That's an interesting thought, but I wonder why you might think that - maybe because we don't have nearly as many kinds of dangerous wildlife? Still plenty of other dangers mind you! I knew an indoor/outdoor cat that was at least 20 when he died, and his exact age was not known because he wandered into his new home as an adult stray and they had him for 19 years. Lovely cat, was spoiled rotten and was the friendliest thing ever.Originally Posted by Mirinae
I imagine in countries like England, where it's more common for cats to be indoor/outdoor pets, the life expectancy may be higher for outdoor cats.
I think she meant that outdoor cats in countries such as England may live longer than the 4-5 year expectancy of outdoor cats in the U.S. I don't think she meant that outdoor cats would live longer than indoor cats. Is that right?Originally Posted by Yosemite
So you actually believe that outdoor cats would live longer? That seems to be contrary to most beliefs - why do you think that way?
Right! I have absolutely nothing to back this up, of course,Originally Posted by Jenny82
I think she meant that outdoor cats in countries such as England may live longer than the 4-5 year expectancy of outdoor cats in the U.S. I don't think she meant that outdoor cats would live longer than indoor cats. Is that right?