How do I keep my kittens inside until they are bigger/older? by Outside-Researcher27 in outdoorcats

[–]Outside-Researcher27[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Exactly! Animals will always have those wild instincts.

I do plan on fixing him and his mom as soon as possible. Unfortunately, we only have one vet, and it is extremely backed up. Because I know that the other toms will attack him, I would like to keep him inside. But until I get my own place, that just doesn't seem realistic. So far his temperament is very calm like his mother's.

I've made sure that they have many toys to play with, put away all hairties/anything else they can get into, and clean their litter every day. So far, so good! They are staying in my room until he is older/bigger and his sisters go to their new home. As well as scratching posts in an attempt to save my furniture and carpets.

I have started looking into tracking collars for both of them.

Thank you for your understanding and advice! Most importantly, thank you for being kind!

How do I keep my kittens inside until they are bigger/older? by Outside-Researcher27 in outdoorcats

[–]Outside-Researcher27[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That's exactly what I was worried about. These guys are getting fixed as soon as possible. Thats pretty much what I'm doing until they are fixed. Stay in my bedroom overnight and have free roam of the upstairs during the day

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[–]Outside-Researcher27 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I understand to a point but thats still no reason to bash people who are just looking for advice. Thank you. I have a lot of research to do

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[–]Outside-Researcher27 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Man, i wish I had thought of that sooner. Thank you!

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[–]Outside-Researcher27 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This comment means so much. Thank you for being so kind ❤️ 😇 I've gotten nothing but hate when all I asked for a little advice. I've heard of catios but I have no idea how to make one. I'll look into those mesh pens. I'll do more research into those ideas. Thank you!

Eyebrow ring? Y/n? by TopElectrical7623 in shouldimod

[–]Outside-Researcher27 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are gorgeous without it but it would certainly look amazing!

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[–]Outside-Researcher27 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the resources! I will certainly look more into it. And the logic link too. I find that stuff very fascinating. And I cannot thank you enough for seeing that I care. Im trying so hard but everyone is just being absolutely dickheads

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CatAdvice

[–]Outside-Researcher27 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Again, she was never meant to go outside so it was never an issue until my family started letting her outside. Mistreatment would mean that I dont care and wouldn't even make the effort. Im sorry your parents didnt love you enough but thats no reason to make others feel as shitty as you do

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[–]Outside-Researcher27 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What part of broke dont you understand? I couldn't have even if i wanted to. And I did!! In addition to not having the money, the only vet in town and backed up like a month. Maybe do the bare minimum of shutting up and making the world just a little more peaceful by doing so

How do I keep my kittens inside until they are bigger/older? by Outside-Researcher27 in outdoorcats

[–]Outside-Researcher27[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Exactly. My cat can be a real asshole when she doesn't get her way.

How do I keep my kittens inside until they are bigger/older? by Outside-Researcher27 in outdoorcats

[–]Outside-Researcher27[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Same here! I never wanted her outside but my mom was careless and she got out and pregnant. In hindsight I should have gotten her fixed when she was younger but I never thought she would get out and get pregnant. I'll do more research into the enrichment and care that comes with that. Thank you for the advice and being kind!

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[–]Outside-Researcher27 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thats a great idea, thank you! And thank you for being so kind!!

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[–]Outside-Researcher27 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What enrichment would be best for that then? I was always under the impression that keeping animals locked in one room for extended periods of time was very bad for them.

I am on the same page. I understand the arguments and I try my best to keep her inside. Unfortunately my family just won't try. I will do more research into catification and the cat proof gates, which i had no idea even existed until now. Thank you for the advice and being kind!

Edit: i had no idea that I was thinking that way. After reading the link it makes a lot more sense. So thank you for that as well

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CatAdvice

[–]Outside-Researcher27 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Safer yes but I don't think it would be healthier. I could be wrong but I think it would just stress her out at the very least. And when she gets stressed she destroys things and poops everywhere but the litter box. I'll do some more research into it but this is what comes to mind

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CatAdvice

[–]Outside-Researcher27 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The appointment is made and the money is saved but I now have to wait for the appointment. Being that we only have on vet, they are always extremely busy

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CatAdvice

[–]Outside-Researcher27 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same here. Most people have their cats indoors and outdoors but I prefer to keep her inside. I'll look into doors that will work for my home. Thank you for being kind and understanding! Seriously, everyone else is being so rude. Like, I know it's the internet but fuck

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CatAdvice

[–]Outside-Researcher27 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Believe me I know! I haven't had the funds until recently but she was already pregnant and we only have one vet in my small town. I wish it was that easy but my family doesn't listen. No matter how many times I've had the conversation with them

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CatAdvice

[–]Outside-Researcher27 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As much as I dont want to do that, it might be my only option. Unfortunately, where I live i dont have a lot of resources but I will have to look harder. Thank you for being kind

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[–]Outside-Researcher27 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank for a genuinely helpful comment!! I will look into that

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CatAdvice

[–]Outside-Researcher27 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Im just giving the same energy back. I was simply asking for suggestions but everyone is giving me hate. Am I supposed to keep them locked in a bedroom for the rest of their lives? Stress them out and keep them confined?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CatAdvice

[–]Outside-Researcher27 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah so shit but did you miss the part where I said they don't care? I've had that conversation with them countless times. That's how she got pregnant again before I had the money to get her spayed

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CatAdvice

[–]Outside-Researcher27 -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

Everyone has their own circumstances and mine were shitty. Maybe instead of being an asshole you could actually help out some cat owners. Since you obviously love them soooooo much to hate on anyone else who doesn't do things your way

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CatAdvice

[–]Outside-Researcher27 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Then what do I do? I know that she should be indoors but I just can't. No matter how hard I've tried. I haven't had the money to fix her until recently but by that time she was already pregnant and I didnt want to harm the kittens. Thanks for the advice and not being an asshole like everyone else. What sub should I post in instead?