I volunteer at the local SPCA, which happens to be a no-kill shelter. I recently have played or "socialized" with a male kitten that I later decided that I wanted to adopt. I filled out the application, only to be later told that they I couldn't adopt him because I checked off that he would be kept both indoors and outdoors (but mostly indoors). Apparently, the first thing they look at when screening cat adoption applicants is whether or not the cat will be 100% indoors. Their reason for this is because statistically indoor cats live much longer lives.
I understand that there are many dangers present outdoors for cats. However, with restraint, and when given a choice, many cats seem to enjoy life more if they can experience some of their waking hours outdoors.
I really don't have a question or problem here, I just wanted to rant about the SPCA's policy and adoption process, which I obviously do not agree with. I'll probably check out one of the local rescue shelters that will look past the indoor/outdoor issue before pulling the trigger on an adoption.
I understand that there are many dangers present outdoors for cats. However, with restraint, and when given a choice, many cats seem to enjoy life more if they can experience some of their waking hours outdoors.
I really don't have a question or problem here, I just wanted to rant about the SPCA's policy and adoption process, which I obviously do not agree with. I'll probably check out one of the local rescue shelters that will look past the indoor/outdoor issue before pulling the trigger on an adoption.