The average lifespan of a domesticated cat is somewhere between 12 and 15 years. Of course, some individuals may not reach 12 years while others may survive beyond 20 years. There is little information about longevity in wild cats, but it is thought that the domesticated cat lives twice as long as its feral relative. Needless to say, surviving life in nature is a great deal tougher than leading the cosseted life of a pampered, much-loved house cat. The life-expectancy of a wild cat depends largely upon them finding enough food, avoiding illness and injury and keeping out of the way of predators.
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1 Joey Boop // Jul 7, 2009 at 12:51 am
One thing for sure. An indoor only cat usually will outlive an outdoor cat by several years.
No cars, disease, or predators in your house (I hope). Keep you cats indoors.
Joey Boop
2 Marie // Aug 14, 2009 at 6:24 pm
Let your cats out, you wouldn’t keep your kids locked up, look after them and enjoy them for the time they are with you.
3 Mary // Jun 5, 2011 at 7:05 pm
Our cats lived to be well beyond 20 years, and they could spend time outside as much during day. Lots of good living and chasing mice
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