When you first acquire your kitten the breeder who sold it to you will sometimes ask you to sign an agreement saying you will keep the cat Strictly indoors, and it is believed that indoor cats actually live longer and healthier lives. As with everything in life, this thinking is not universal, and many people believe that by keeping your cat indoors you are depriving it of that sense of freedom. This of course is partly true but happily there is a way around it. You simply need to think outside the box and work out ways of bringing the outdoors, Indoors. So let's start looking at things through a cat's eyes. To begin with you have probably got a window ledge in your house upon which your cat can sit, and they will probably do this hour after hour simply watching what is going on. But if you don't feel that this is quite enough then there is an alternative option. If you have a screened in porch, or a porch that can be screened in, this is ideal for your Maine Coon. He will enjoy the fresh air, and the ability to see everything that is going on. Just make sure that he cannot get off of the porch, and that you provide a pet door for him to go in and out at will. Also note that because he is outdoors, fleas may become more of a problem. I am sure that your cat would enjoy going for a good walk on the grass and this will not harm them at all. The only thing is you must make sure they have a proper harness and leash and that it is fixed. Do expect your maine coon to be a bit unhappy at first when he puts on a harness and leash but don't give up on that because very soon he will start to associate these with having a good time outdoors. And also do remember that when he goes out he may just want to sit and stare or roll around on the grass, it's his time after all! It is important that your cat does not feel he is leading a boring life by being indoors. We all know that cats have a natural instinct to hunt and search out things so give him the opportunity to do so. Go to your local pet store and buy some toys that make him feel he is chasing some prey and thereby using his natural talents. In conclusion it is hardly necessary to say that you must ensure they have all the nutrition and the exercise indoors that the ordinary cat would receive ourdoors. A visit to your local pet store should prove helpful in this area as they can probably advise you on what food is just right for an indoor cat. And on the subject of exercise well how about building them some sort of treehouse or exercise ladder which they can use under supervision? Now I am sometimes asked if it is being unkind to keep your cat indoors and I my reply is always the same that no, it isn't. Your cat was almost certainly born in the house or in a barn, and they just don't know the difference, and as long as you are constantly keeping them amused In some way they will be more than happy to stay indoors and enjoy all the benefits.
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