Indoor vs. Outdoor: A Decision That Can Give Your Cat Years of Life

The data is clear:

• An indoor cat lives on average 12-18 years.

• A cat with free access to the street usually lives between 2 and 7 years.

Accidents, fights, FIV, FeLV, poisons, falls from balconies… These are not “possible risks.” They are the reality we see time and time again.

Every week we receive reports of cats that have gone “missing.” Cats that stepped out for a moment, that escaped through an unprotected window or balcony… and never return.

For us, rescuing an animal is not just a procedure. It is a life. A life to which we have dedicated time, resources, sleepless nights, and a lot of heart.

When that life gets adopted, we do not want to receive the message that it has gone missing. Because we know what it means: that it may never come back.

That is why we ask for nets on windows and balconies. It is not a whim. It is not “being demanding.”

It is the way to ensure the well-being of an animal that has already been rescued at least once. A cat that has known fear, the street, or abandonment does not deserve to risk its life again.

The nets do not take away freedom. They give years of life. And for us, the peace of mind of knowing that this second chance will not be lost.

If you are thinking of adopting, keep this in mind: protecting is loving.

If you already have a cat and have not yet put up protections… it is the best gift you can give them.