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Old 08-02-2006   #1 (permalink)
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Currently my cat lives in my room but eventually i want him outside but dont want him run over or running away.
Is it cruel to make an enclosure for cats?
If so, how do i make one and how big should it be?
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No its not cruel to make a cat enclosure...
Espically if its big enough and he's fed and played with everyday.
here are some links that should help.


http://www.xmission.com/~emailbox/catrun.htm

http://www.cat-world.com.au/cat-worldenclosures.htm

http://catnet.stanford.edu/articles/enclosures.html

http://www.catenclosures.com.au/
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the ones on catworld are great!
some of those people have turned their backyards upside down for a cat though, i cant do that as i dont have alot of space and also have a dog to consider.
Whats the smallest enclosure that wouldnt be considered cruel?
Do these people ever let their cats outside the enclosure?
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I'm afraid I don't know....
Try looking in www.google.com
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It depends where you live. If you live in a quiet area its ok to let the cat out but near a busy road it can be deadly
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Ok guys thanks, was hoping for more info so hopefully another cat expert or 2 can chime in on this thread!
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I don't think that the space outside has to be big at all, especially considering a lot of cats stay inside all of the time.
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Enclosures are great! They need to be safe and away from harm and catching diseases from other animals. It is big bad world out there. My kittys ONLY go out in the yard. I have a fence cap so they can not get out and no other critters can get in. I only let them out when I am home I will not leave them out when I am not at home.
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I think its a great idea! It keeps your cat safe and you wont have to worry when you are away!
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Well, it is defintly not cruel at all. My suggestion would be to have him remain an inside cat, but for a few hours a day as a treat, let him outside in a small area. The cat will love it.
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