Outdoor cats live 12 years less. Here's why

I used to think my cat was "happier" outside until I learned the brutal truth: outdoor cats live 10-12 years LESS than indoor ones. That's not freedom—that's a death sentence. Yes, watching your cat hunt and climb feels natural, but cars, toxins, diseases, and predators are waiting outside. Your "happy" outdoor cat is actually stressed AF. The game-changer? Indoor enrichment that actually works: • Hide treats around your place (turns your home into a hunting ground) • Window perches for safe bird-watching • Rotating toys that trigger hunting instincts • If they're obsessed with outdoors, try leash training or build a catio Veterinarians are unanimous: indoor cats are just as content when their needs are met properly. The difference? They're not dodging traffic or fighting raccoons at 3am. Stop romanticizing outdoor "freedom." Your cat doesn't need to risk their life for happiness—they need you to get creative indoors. #Pets #Cats #IndoorCats