What type of cat breeds are best if they're going to be kept indoors?
E.g. If you live in a flat without a garden. Ideally there is a breed of cat which doesn't mind staying indoors - don't want to be cruel so if doesn't exist then won't get one
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1. Any cat can be an indoor cat. They aren't like dogs.2. i have a Himalayan that i keep inside,he does like to go out with me sometimes but doesn't mind being in
3. Persian cats are house cat's
But you do have to clean and brush them well,
as when they sh*t, it sticks to their fur, round their ar*e.
;-)
4. Orientals (Siamese, Balinese ....) and Devon Rexes
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5. any cat really adapts to being indoors, but siamese breed cats love being outdoors ( theyre natural hunters) but as long as you train a cat to be in doors, most cats adapt to that, however, if they are not spayed/neutered, then theyll always make a break for the outside no matter what kind of cat they are cos they want some booty ( especially the females )
6. If you buy a cat and leave it in a flat all day, then you are being cruel and your council flat will stink of cat shyt, although that could be marginally better than the current urine smell.
7. The cats I have that stay inside are siamese and a black cat and another black cat that has a little white on it good luck.
8. Any breed of cat, but if you're getting a cat from a shelter that doesn't have a confirmed history of being kept exclusively indoors, you shouldn't risk it. It's always better to go with a really young kitten if you don't know the history of the cat and you plan on keeping it indoors. If a cat is used to being outside it will get really stir crazy if kept indoors. I had one adopted cat that it was a major problem with, but once she was spayed she calmed down. It took her a good two years to be satisfied with her indoor lifestyle though.
9. Any cat! I had a black cat with green eye. She was the best!
10. There is not one breed of cat, or "mixed breed" for that matter that does'nt mind being an indoor cat. If you get a kitten and never let it out it will be 100% content indoors. Your home becomes their secure haven and they feel no desire to leave that safe place.
There is nothing cruel about having an indoor cat. Cruel things happen when cats go out. Things like, mean people, mean dogs, disease, parasites, cars etc, etc, etc.
I have had cats and dogs for all my life and used to believe cats were happiest when let outside to "enjoy" nature. Every one of those outdoor cats endured, at least once each, being hit by a car, shot by pellet guns, chased by dogs, bites and abcesses, parasites and more. Mine are indoors now. I have a siamese, a maine coon, a bengal and two mixed. They all stay inside and are very playful and attentive. They don't even try to go outside because their world is my home and they feel safe.
Get the cat you want and provide it with a couple of scratching posts, some toys and attention. You will have a blissful friend.
11. There's isn't one that's best. They all seems to adapt pretty well but if you need ones not to have then. Maine Coons aren't any good, because they're farm cats and use to being in barns and chasing mice. You might want a Persian or Simaese. A long hair cat might be something good to keep inside.
Don't feel too bad if you keep them inside. It's better then having them killed at an animal shelter. We have that problem with our cat. He was a stray for the first 9 month of his life but he's adjusting really well. We live in a duplex upstairs. We have a small balcony but he likes to sit in the window and just watch.
12. I've got two indoor moggies and they are happy with the situation.
13. Any cat raised from kittenhood and never allowed outdoors will be an indoor cat for you. Be sure to clean its litter box daily so odor does not build up and it will stop using its box. About once every two to three months, you should empty the litter out and wash the box with baking soda. When dry add new litter.
Good luck.
14. Most likely a short hair because the long hair will get everywheres !
15. Any cat can be an indoor cat. But Persians and Himilayans make especially good indoor cats because of their breeding. Tey''re bred to "sit on a pillow looking pretty" so they're not super hyper or active. They don't mind sitting around all day.
16. I dont know,but cats really love going out and hunting at night,I dont think it's fair to keep them in! Sorry X
17. Any cat will be fine indoors as long as your give them the care they need and spent time with them daily. The more room you can provide them, and the more things/places for them to explore and jump around on, the better. We've had all sorts of cats over the years and all of them make good indoor buddies--even Maine Coons which are large cats. You just have to give indoor cats lots of exercise and allow them to be cats. Cats need to scratch things so provide them with things they will be allowed to scratch on--mine like wood and cardboard so they have logs and boards that are theirs to destroy (we just have to vacuum up the splinters) and any big cardboard box gets stacked with old newspapers inside to weigh them down and the cats scratch them up real good. They generally have to race around at least once a day so make sure there isn't stuff out that can get knocked over and break. They love to jump up on high places--our cats climb on the bookshelves to get up on the top of the built-in china cabinet (8'). They like comfy soft places to sleep. And when we're home, we pay attention to the cats, play with them, cuddle them, chase them around, play fetch, etc. Occasionally (maybe twice a year), I'll get around to putting harness on the female cat and take her out for a very short walk around the backyard (but only do this if you keep up with their vaccinations); our male cat is too big for the available cat harnesses so he hasn't gone outside for a walk yet. The cats are happy, they don't pick up parasites or infections or other communicable diseases from other animals, they have windows with sunshine and that get opened (with screens) when it's warm. They always have food and fresh water available, litterbox is kept clean. I go over each one at least once a week to clip their claws, wipe their ears and eyes, check them over generally.
18. My cat stops inside the majority of the time but i loose her in the garden when i outside, shes only allowed in the garden. But like most of the people have said cats are very adaptable and as long as they have plenty of toys and scratch posts they will be fine.
19. Absolutely any cat can be an indoor cat - including moggies! Especially if you have them from the age of kittenhood and they don't know any different, or if you rescue a cat from a shelter who has previously lived indoors only.
Hun, trust me, keeping a cat indoors is one of the most intelligent and KIND things you can do. It still amazes me how people would never dream of letting their kids or dogs roam around the neighbourhood at midnight, but they think nothing of letting their poor cat go out to face the world. Never let anyone tell you any different - you're doing a good thing.
I've had 4 indoor cats and they are the happiest creatures in the world!
If you do want a pedigree cat, then Ragdolls are a great choice. They are very sweet and docile and apparently well suited to the indoor life. You can read more about breeds here: http://www.catteries.org.uk/pedigree.html
But honestly if you don't care about breed, go for a good old moggie! If you don't want a kitten, then absolutely go to an animal shelter. Consider adopting a cat that has health problems because they need good homes just as much as any other cat, and again they are very well suited to indoor life. http://www.catchat.org/adoption/index.html
And finally, here's some tips on looking after your indoor cat, whether he be a pedigree or a moggie!
http://www.animalliberationfront.com/Practical/Pets/PetCare/Cats/KeepingCatsInside.htm
http://www.hsus.org/pets/pet_care/our_pets_for_life_program/cat_behavior_tip_sheets/your_cat_indoors_or_out.html
http://www.pawsperouspets.com/tips/catindoors.shtml
http://www.petsathome.com/pcat/catcareguides
xx Emmie
20. Any cat that is raised from kittenhood to be an indoor cat will usually adapt quite happily to an indoor life. I have had cats all my life, several different breeds, and many of them had to be indoor cats because of location, lifestyle, etc. Almost all cats will attempt to get outside once in a while, because they are naturally adventurous, but if you give them enough to keep them occupied, they won't suffer from being kept indoors.
21. Persians make ideal indoor cats as they like to lounge about all day and groom themselves. I know some people think that it is cruel to have indoor cats but Persians really don't like the cold and wet.
Our Persian really has no interest at all in going out into the garden - in the past we have lifted him out into the garden and he just walks right back into the house.
A Persian, however, does need a lot of attention. Their coats need brushed every day, otherwise it becomes matted. If their coat gets matted, it can be very painful for the cat. We haven't found a problem with hair around the house but if you are not prepared (or don't have the time) to brush their coat, then I would suggest another breed.
Persians are loving, fun, loyal cats who are amazing to have around. I'll always have Persians (although I love my outdoor Toms as well).
