06-03-2008, 04:14 AM
Great replies!!! Don't do it.
Besides potentially pissing off your neighbors when the outdoor cat mucks up their yard, it's really not the best for the cat. Also, check into local laws - it may be illegal for you to have a free-roaming cat.
Just remember, for the one cat you "save" there are thousands out there that won't be so lucky.
First rule when rescuing animals - you can't save them all, no matter how much you might want to.
And really, think about this more in depth. You're willing to provide it with basic necessities but that's it. Is that really having a pet?
If you're just interested in helping to keep some animal alive, why not get a bird feeder & a bunch of bird seed and feed the wildlife? It'll be a lot cheaper in the long run
Besides potentially pissing off your neighbors when the outdoor cat mucks up their yard, it's really not the best for the cat. Also, check into local laws - it may be illegal for you to have a free-roaming cat.
Just remember, for the one cat you "save" there are thousands out there that won't be so lucky.
First rule when rescuing animals - you can't save them all, no matter how much you might want to.
And really, think about this more in depth. You're willing to provide it with basic necessities but that's it. Is that really having a pet?
If you're just interested in helping to keep some animal alive, why not get a bird feeder & a bunch of bird seed and feed the wildlife? It'll be a lot cheaper in the long run