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Just be very careful, and use a collar that
will automatically break if your cat gets stuck on anything.
I personally know of a cat that hung itslef, and it's
family found it the next morning.
Should Outside Cats
Use 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 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 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 outdoors. Some cats have actually
been strangled when their collar has gotten caught and
cut off the animal’s air supply.
• Your cat may not be comfortable wearing a collar or
the collar may 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 from any snare.
Furthermore, there are many different types of collars
on the market. Bring your feline friend with you to
the local pet-friendly pet store and try on several
different types of collars until you find one that best
fits. Avoid choosing a harness for outdoor cats unless
you plan on walking the cat on a leash. If this is the
case, only allow your cat to wear a harness while supervised,
as most are not 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
http://www.u-cat-collars.com, http://www.cat-collars-u.com
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