What is the average life expectancy of an outdoor cat?

2-5 years
Indoor cats live on average 10-15 years, while outdoor cats live on average 2-5 years This handout is intended to help you sort out the pros and cons associated with each lifestyle so you can rest assured your cat will have both an enriched life and protection from environmental hazards.

How long can an indoor outdoor cat live?

The expected life span of an indoor-outdoor cat will depend on several factors, including the type of neighborhood you live in and sheer luck. But, on average, cats who are allowed to roam outdoors often don’t live to see age five. Cats that are always kept safely confined can live to be 18 to 20 years old.

Do outdoor cats live longer?

Indoor cats tend to live longer than their outdoor counterparts, typically reaching 10 to 15 years of age. Cats who spend their lives exclusively outdoors live an average of just 2 to 5 years.

Can outdoor cats be happy indoors?

Even cats who’ve been outside all their lives learn to enjoy the comfort and security of home life. A cozy hideway safely off the ground can help. You may think that cats have to go outside to be happy. Cats can live a happy and healthy life indoors with their families.

Should outdoor cats be brought in at night?

Cats Protection recommends that you keep your cats in at night. Cats are natural hunters, making them more active at night time, and some studies show that more road traffic injuries happen at night. Therefore, we recommend keeping your cat indoors at night to protect them from the hazards of the roads.

Will my cat be OK outside all night?

Please note: A cat should never be locked out all night. Also, ensure that cats have access to shelter in the day time, either providing a kennel or access to a shed.

How do outdoor cats stay warm in the winter?

Insulate the shelter with straw, not hay. Mylar blankets cut to size can also help cats retain warmth. Avoid using conventional fabric blankets or towels, which absorb moisture and can make the interior cold. Placing the shelter on a pallet or other surface to raise it off the ground can also help to insulate it.