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Hi everyone,
I have a cat I got as a rescue, from a shelter, years ago. He's 10. He's wonderful, and we live in an area where he goes outside about half the day, and loves to hunt voles and roam around. He returns to nap, eat, and sleep with me. But going outside is definitely his 'thing'. I understand the dangers of it, but I prefer that the quality of his life is good, rather than needing him to live a super-long life (though if he does, great!).
I am moving to a city, and the idea of living in an apartment building is barely agreeable to me, but mostly I hate the idea of my cat not having outdoor access. So, I'm looking for places with little yards, etc. Of course these places are more expensive.
My question is, can cats become happy as indoor cats, if they've been indoor/outdoor cats? He spends most of the winter (snowy, here) gazing longingly outside, if he can't go out. I feel he gets a little depressed when he can't go outside.
I think we will find a place with outdoor space, but not sure, and to but to be honest I wish I lived on a lot of land, for him to roam, or I (as much as i love him and would miss him), almost wish I could give him to someone who has that land. I just want him to be happy!
I guess there are a few questions embedded, here. Any advice, welcome! And if I can clarify the questions, just let me know...
I have a cat I got as a rescue, from a shelter, years ago. He's 10. He's wonderful, and we live in an area where he goes outside about half the day, and loves to hunt voles and roam around. He returns to nap, eat, and sleep with me. But going outside is definitely his 'thing'. I understand the dangers of it, but I prefer that the quality of his life is good, rather than needing him to live a super-long life (though if he does, great!).
I am moving to a city, and the idea of living in an apartment building is barely agreeable to me, but mostly I hate the idea of my cat not having outdoor access. So, I'm looking for places with little yards, etc. Of course these places are more expensive.
My question is, can cats become happy as indoor cats, if they've been indoor/outdoor cats? He spends most of the winter (snowy, here) gazing longingly outside, if he can't go out. I feel he gets a little depressed when he can't go outside.
I think we will find a place with outdoor space, but not sure, and to but to be honest I wish I lived on a lot of land, for him to roam, or I (as much as i love him and would miss him), almost wish I could give him to someone who has that land. I just want him to be happy!
I guess there are a few questions embedded, here. Any advice, welcome! And if I can clarify the questions, just let me know...