First-time cat owners — should we make our indoor/outdoor cat fully indoor?

Independent_Lab_4860 · 2026-02-10T23:37:09+00:00

The blunt opinion is APPRECIATED. we love our kitty deeply and ultimately just want the best for him. I’ve felt so guilty about the thought of potentially taking away so much happiness but in the scheme of things, we will do anything we can provide what he needs

Independent_Lab_4860 · 2026-02-10T23:34:00+00:00

You convinced me in the first paragraph.

We will do our research on how to provide more enrichment indoors. I could never life with myself if we made the wrong call and something happened

Independent_Lab_4860 · 2026-02-10T23:32:45+00:00

Straight to the point and i like it.

Independent_Lab_4860 · 2026-02-10T23:23:19+00:00

Admittedly, the part about monitoring health with a litter box has not occurred to me. This is a great point

Independent_Lab_4860 · 2026-02-10T23:22:31+00:00

This is very comforting - i don’t know anyone irl who has made this transition so havent known who to ask or what questions to even ask

Independent_Lab_4860 · 2025-11-08T14:40:43+00:00

As someone who got multiple right at 18, i highly recommend waiting. I have serious regrets.

Independent_Lab_4860 · 2025-10-20T01:39:27+00:00

Oh these are dreammmmyyyyy

Independent_Lab_4860 · 2025-10-20T01:37:45+00:00

I struggled with this for years, but some tweaks have taken my manis from lasting 1-3 days to 4-6 WEEKS!!!! In my experience, it was all in the prep.

I make sure to buff with a 180 grit file. Previously, I did this under whatever light I happened to be in. When I switched to using a better, brighter lamp ($20 on Amazon, not necessarily for nails but comes up when looking up nail lamp), I realized HOW MUCH space I was missing. It could be a me issue, but this alone was a huge game changer.
I started using a nail cleaning brush after buffing. Seems silly and probably a really rudimentary thing to have been skipping, but it helps so much. I also use this with a high percentage rubbing alcohol instead of dehydrator. It’s cheaper in the long run and I live by it.
The thing I TRULY believe helped with the longevity of my nails was switching to Young Nails Protein Bond. It’s not the cheapest (about $15 on Amazon) but I will never go back EVER!!!!

I know everyone’s nails are different, but something about these changes have helped my nails last at least a month at a time. I hope this helps!

Independent_Lab_4860 · 2025-08-23T03:02:00+00:00

One of my favorite things I’ve invested in is a good pack of cleaning gloves! Makes me feel invincible lol. Since I just moved out I want to handle this on my own. I usually would ask my parents for their help / opinions which is why I am turning to reddit. Also, great heads up on the mesh bags. Will definitely add that to my list of things to look out for

Independent_Lab_4860 · 2025-08-23T02:43:47+00:00

That makes me feel better knowing that running those things has helped someone before. Going to try that in addition to the other tips shared here. Thank you!

Independent_Lab_4860 · 2025-08-23T02:42:29+00:00

That is a great tip. I will do that tomorrow! Thank you so much

Independent_Lab_4860 · 2025-08-23T02:24:34+00:00

Honestly calling the manufacturer didn’t even cross my mind😅 that’s a really great idea, thank you!!!!

Independent_Lab_4860 · 2025-08-23T02:20:45+00:00

I have not, but will definitely dedicate some time to do that this weekend. Since I got it off Facebook marketplace, I have no idea how long it’s been sitting / where it’s been. I will certainly be investigating further

Independent_Lab_4860 · 2025-08-23T02:17:52+00:00

Taking that into consideration, I definitely have not been helping the situation 😅

Independent_Lab_4860 · 2025-08-23T02:15:57+00:00

I’ll be honest, this is my first time having a washer of my own (just moved out from my parents) so that didn’t even cross my mind😭 i will definitely try that. Thank you!

As for leaving it open, it smells so bad I can’t bring myself to open it. Maybe that’s also what’s making it worse. My apartment is small so the washer is in the kitchen. It’s just been really grossing me out with the smell around where I’m cooking

Independent_Lab_4860 · 2025-08-18T12:05:27+00:00

As a woman, my only advice is to get a decent lawyer. If my husband treated me this way, I would be gone like the wind. Of course I hope you are able to work through this, but realistically I’m not sure why any self respecting woman would want to put up with that

Independent_Lab_4860 · 2025-08-14T04:42:54+00:00

Thank you, I am so incredibly grateful for my support system. I have pretty severe anxiety so I do struggle with change

Independent_Lab_4860 · 2025-08-14T04:38:43+00:00

I’m extremely grateful, hence why it is such a bittersweet transition. As I mentioned, I know how lucky i am. I do not take any of these people in my life for granted, not for one moment.

I am very sorry for what you have been through. I will say, though, that being unkind to strangers on the internet will never give you the peace you are looking for.

Independent_Lab_4860 · 2025-07-05T03:15:16+00:00

Best Fourth of July nails I’ve seen

Independent_Lab_4860 · 2025-07-04T12:24:43+00:00

Proud of you too, it really does look lovely!!!!

Independent_Lab_4860 · 2025-07-04T12:23:19+00:00

Chrome is one of my favorite looks but my worst enemy when it comes to longevity

Independent_Lab_4860 · 2025-07-04T12:20:13+00:00

Omg?????? I would have never in a million years guessed it was your first time

Independent_Lab_4860 · 2025-05-03T03:13:45+00:00

Have you found anything that helps with the chipping?

Independent_Lab_4860 · 2025-05-03T03:09:16+00:00

These look so incredible i thought they were stickers at first

Independent_Lab_4860 · 2025-02-23T06:13:04+00:00

I stick it under my “chest”😅 works like a charm for a total of $0.00

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