Hey everyone, it's been a while since I've been on this site. I have a rather urgent question, though.
My two cats, KC and Sherman, have been strictly indoor cats all of their lives, and though my mom has moved with them quite a few times, they've never been allowed outside (save an occasional supervised visit). On this move however, the new location does not allow cats and we're being forced to find them a new home. One option, (and the one I'm trying for) is for the cats to move into my dad's house, where I live most of the time. My stepmom is unfortunately extremely allergic though and, should they move in, they would have to be outdoor only (with the exception of the garage).
They're aged 5 and 7, and I'm afraid they'll be too uncomfortable to make the switch. I'm afraid they won't have "street smarts" so to say, and either be hit by cars, fight with other cats, or even run away and get lost. I don't want them getting hurt, but I love them dearly and don't want to have to give them up.
Any suggestions on either where they should go or how to make a safe transition from indoor to outdoor? Thanks in advance.
--Sara
My two cats, KC and Sherman, have been strictly indoor cats all of their lives, and though my mom has moved with them quite a few times, they've never been allowed outside (save an occasional supervised visit). On this move however, the new location does not allow cats and we're being forced to find them a new home. One option, (and the one I'm trying for) is for the cats to move into my dad's house, where I live most of the time. My stepmom is unfortunately extremely allergic though and, should they move in, they would have to be outdoor only (with the exception of the garage).
They're aged 5 and 7, and I'm afraid they'll be too uncomfortable to make the switch. I'm afraid they won't have "street smarts" so to say, and either be hit by cars, fight with other cats, or even run away and get lost. I don't want them getting hurt, but I love them dearly and don't want to have to give them up.
Any suggestions on either where they should go or how to make a safe transition from indoor to outdoor? Thanks in advance.
--Sara