Should Outside Cats Use A Collar
Excerpt : Most cat owners find themselves in a quandary over whether or not to use a cat collar on their outdoor cats. The debate still reigns over the pros and cons of outfitting an outside cat with a collar,
Most cat owners find themselves in a quandary over whether or
not to use a cat collar on their outdoor cats. The debate still
reigns over the pros and cons of outfitting an outside cat with
a collar, but many veterinarians and cat experts agree that
collars are the best way to go. However, before you decide, take
a look at these pros and cons:
Pros:
* Cat collars can hold identification and registration tags.
This
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is critical in case your outdoor cat becomes lost or is
picked up by a concerned individual. Also, collars can hold
bells or other noise generating items to scare away potential
prey.
* Many cat collars are equipped with reflective material.
Whether the collar is made completely out of reflective material
or only contains a small strip, this will help your cat to
become more visible in the dark. Cats, especially those of
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dark
color, can become invisible at night, which is a potentially
dangerous situation.
Cons:
* Cat collars can easily snag and cause your cat to become hung
or stuck on branches, fences, or anything else in the great
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collar has gotten caught and cut off the animal's air supply.
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be too heavy for the animal.
Given these pros and cons, consider choosing a collar that will
maximize the positives and minimize the negatives. For example,
there are many collars on the market that are specially designed
to break away or unclasp when the cat is hung. These collars are
considered strangle-proof and release when approximately seven
pounds of pressure is applied. This way, the cat can break
him--or her--self free
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from any snare.
Furthermore, there are many different types of collars on the
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leash. If this is the case, only allow your cat to wear a
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snare-proof.
On a whole, collars are encouraged on cats that spend their time
outside and inside. In addition to providing visibility to your
animal, the collar will hold valuable identification information
that will protect your cat and assist you in finding your pet.
About the author:
John Marcus Specializes in Cat Collars and Pet Collars
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