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Underground radio type fences
Recently moved from a rural home to a suburban home about 1 year ago. My 2
cats previously had an indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Ever since the move they've both been bored and depressed while living indoors only. One of them (a 5 year old) is now unhealthily bony. So I'd like to enable them to go outside, at least while I'm also outside with them. However, they must stay confined to the rear yard. When we lived in the rural area, a fence wasn't necessary as they never wandered outside the expansive property boundaries, and if they weren't in close proximity to the house, they would return for dinner via my loud whistle call. If any of you have any experience with those buried cable fence systems (invisible; utilizing an electronic cat collar), please remark. I'd be willing to obtain a system if it sounds like it could be reliable. |
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On Nov 29, 3:29*pm, "Zy" wrote:
Recently moved from a rural home to a suburban home about 1 year ago. My 2 cats previously had an indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Ever since the move they've both been bored and depressed while living indoors only. One of them (a 5 year old) is now unhealthily bony. So I'd like to enable them to go outside, at least while I'm also outside with them. However, they must stay confined to the rear yard. When we lived in the rural area, a fence wasn't necessary as they never wandered outside the expansive property boundaries, and if they weren't in close proximity to the house, they would return for dinner via my loud whistle call. If any of you have any experience with those buried cable fence systems (invisible; utilizing an electronic cat collar), please remark. I'd be willing to obtain a system if it sounds like it could be reliable. I am wondering why your cats can't go outside now for a little while? What exactly is the problem if they should wander out of your rear yard? (Note: I am asking Zy this question. No one else need reply.) |
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"honeybunch" wrote in message ... On Nov 29, 3:29 pm, "Zy" wrote: Recently moved from a rural home to a suburban home about 1 year ago. My 2 cats previously had an indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Ever since the move they've both been bored and depressed while living indoors only. One of them (a 5 year old) is now unhealthily bony. So I'd like to enable them to go outside, at least while I'm also outside with them. However, they must stay confined to the rear yard. When we lived in the rural area, a fence wasn't necessary as they never wandered outside the expansive property boundaries, and if they weren't in close proximity to the house, they would return for dinner via my loud whistle call. If any of you have any experience with those buried cable fence systems (invisible; utilizing an electronic cat collar), please remark. I'd be willing to obtain a system if it sounds like it could be reliable. I am wondering why your cats can't go outside now for a little while? What exactly is the problem if they should wander out of your rear yard? (Note: I am asking Zy this question. No one else need reply.) Lots of fast-moving vehicular traffic here (only a mile or so from Trenton, NJ). And there are some low class neighbors that are cause for worry. I'm uncertain about the disposition of the adults, but there are several undisciplined youngsters that should be considered harmful; not just to animals. When an "action cat" gets freedom outdoors, it can easily put some distance between itself and its master. Can't be spending 30-40 minutes chasing down my cat in my neighbor's yards only several minutes after its let outside. |
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Underground radio type fences
"Zy" wrote Lots of fast-moving vehicular traffic here (only a mile or so from Trenton, NJ). And there are some low class neighbors that are cause for worry. I'm uncertain about the disposition of the adults, but there are several undisciplined youngsters that should be considered harmful; not just to animals. You're very smart. Have you considered one of the outdoor enclosures for cats? I would still want to be at home when I allowed my cats out in one of these, but they seem neat. With regard to radio fences, I have never heard of these used with cats. I just saw one system at Drs. Foster and Smith for $200. I still would not leave the cats unattended, too many sickos out there. If you like to spend time outside reading or such, maybe a harness and long lead would work for you. Thanks for being a responsible cat person and not allowing your cat to roam. |
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"honeybunch" wrote in message ... On Nov 29, 3:29 pm, "Zy" wrote: Recently moved from a rural home to a suburban home about 1 year ago. My 2 cats previously had an indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Ever since the move they've both been bored and depressed while living indoors only. One of them (a 5 year old) is now unhealthily bony. So I'd like to enable them to go outside, at least while I'm also outside with them. However, they must stay confined to the rear yard. When we lived in the rural area, a fence wasn't necessary as they never wandered outside the expansive property boundaries, and if they weren't in close proximity to the house, they would return for dinner via my loud whistle call. If any of you have any experience with those buried cable fence systems (invisible; utilizing an electronic cat collar), please remark. I'd be willing to obtain a system if it sounds like it could be reliable. I am wondering why your cats can't go outside now for a little while? What exactly is the problem if they should wander out of your rear yard? (Note: I am asking Zy this question. No one else need reply.) Guess what, asshole, that's what email is for. If you're to ask a stupid question in Usenet expect replies from all over the place. What exactly is the problem? Ever seen a cat run over by a car? Ripped open by a dog? Then there are parasites and sadistic humans who torture and kill cats for fun. |
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On Nov 29, 7:31*pm, "cybercat" wrote:
What exactly is the problem? Ever seen a cat run over by a car? Ripped open by a dog? Then there are parasites and sadistic humans who torture and kill cats for fun. Cat hit by car (fatally): Yes. Person hit by car(fatally): Yes. Dog hit by car (fatally): Yes. Ripped open by a dog: No. Dog killed by cat: Yes. Dog permanently blinded by cat: Yes X2. Dog chased by cat: Too often to mention. Cat chased by dog: As above. Cat actually injured by a dog in any way: Never. Not to suggest it hasn't or wouldn't happen - but I have never experienced it in 56 + years around cats (and dogs). Parasites: Just as much chance for exposure inside as out. Most parasites are flea-born, and immature fleas will go merrily through the finest window screens. As will a variety of mites. And many other parasites, spores and bacteria will come right in with your shoes. And why systemic controls were developed - and are very effective. Sadistic Humans: Sure. A very real danger if you do not know your neighbors and your neighborhood. Can't argue with that. But those sorts of humans are as much a danger to you as to your pets. So you had best stay at home as well. You seem to have a real problem with the reality of cats. Again, they are at the top of the food chain and didn't get there by being passive parts of the environment. So it is important to recognize their needs and accomodate them *FULLY*. Where it is patently unsafe for them to go outside - heavily trafficked streets, crowded neighborhoods, near industrial sites or even where larger, more effective predators are common, then something else *MUST* be done. And that can be expensive, a lot of work, and time-consuming. But just as seeing a tiger in a small cage can be heartbreaking - the cage may be relatively larger and the tiger relatively smaller - but it comes to the same thing for a bored cat. Imagine yourself in Prison - and what you would need to make that concept bearable - now apply that same logic and intensity to your cats. Infinite amounts of bad television and popcorn won't quite cut it. Peter Wieck Melrose Park, PA |
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Underground radio type fences
"Zy" wrote in message ... Recently moved from a rural home to a suburban home about 1 year ago. My 2 cats previously had an indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Ever since the move they've both been bored and depressed while living indoors only. One of them (a 5 year old) is now unhealthily bony. So I'd like to enable them to go outside, at least while I'm also outside with them. However, they must stay confined to the rear yard. When we lived in the rural area, a fence wasn't necessary as they never wandered outside the expansive property boundaries, and if they weren't in close proximity to the house, they would return for dinner via my loud whistle call. If any of you have any experience with those buried cable fence systems (invisible; utilizing an electronic cat collar), please remark. I'd be willing to obtain a system if it sounds like it could be reliable. One of my neighbors has and invisible fence (that's what they're called). So far, he's lost 2 dogs to cars and he's working on the third. I don't recommend them- especially for cats. Phil |
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Suddenly, without warning, Zy exclaimed (11/29/2008 3:29 PM):
Recently moved from a rural home to a suburban home about 1 year ago. My 2 cats previously had an indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Ever since the move they've both been bored and depressed while living indoors only. One of them (a 5 year old) is now unhealthily bony. So I'd like to enable them to go outside, at least while I'm also outside with them. However, they must stay confined to the rear yard. When we lived in the rural area, a fence wasn't necessary as they never wandered outside the expansive property boundaries, and if they weren't in close proximity to the house, they would return for dinner via my loud whistle call. If any of you have any experience with those buried cable fence systems (invisible; utilizing an electronic cat collar), please remark. I'd be willing to obtain a system if it sounds like it could be reliable. Zy, I know little about the buried cable fences, but I've heard they are ineffective for cats. Instead, I'd suggest some sort of outdoor enclosure - you can buy them, or make them yourself. There's a few options in he http://www.drsfostersmith.com/produc...fm?c=3261+2053 I've seen the Kittywalk Carnival versions, they're bigger than the pictures suggest - almost bought one for Meep. There are also companies that will make them for you, though I don't know of any offhand. Some will built really elaborate structures that are accessible by a cat door in a door - or a window. Here's one I quite like: http://www.just4cats.com/post5.html from http://www.just4cats.com/page7.html They supply the drawings, you build the enclosure. You are doing the right thing by not letting them outside in suburbia! Suburbia is a very dangerous place for cats, even if you live on a cul-de-sac and have good neighbors. Do you have a deck? Another option might be screening it in - the self-proclaimed "crazy cat lady" from two doors down has done that. jmc |
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On Nov 30, 10:08*am, jmc wrote:
Suddenly, without warning, Zy exclaimed (11/29/2008 3:29 PM): Recently moved from a rural home to a suburban home about 1 year ago. My 2 cats previously had an indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Ever since the move they've both been bored and depressed while living indoors only. One of them (a 5 year old) is now unhealthily bony. So I'd like to enable them to go outside, at least while I'm also outside with them. However, they must stay confined to the rear yard. When we lived in the rural area, a fence wasn't necessary as they never wandered outside the expansive property boundaries, and if they weren't in close proximity to the house, they would return for dinner via my loud whistle call. If any of you have any experience with those buried cable fence systems (invisible; utilizing an electronic cat collar), please remark. I'd be willing to obtain a system if it sounds like it could be reliable. Zy, I know little about the buried cable fences, but I've heard they are ineffective for cats. *Instead, I'd suggest some sort of outdoor enclosure - you can buy them, or make them yourself. There's a few options in he http://www.drsfostersmith.com/produc...fm?c=3261+2053 I've seen the Kittywalk Carnival versions, they're bigger than the pictures suggest - almost bought one for Meep. There are also companies that will make them for you, though I don't know of any offhand. Some will built really elaborate structures that are accessible by a cat door in a door - or a window. Here's one I quite like: *http://www.just4cats.com/post5.htmlf...com/page7.html They supply the drawings, you build the enclosure. You are doing the right thing by not letting them outside in suburbia! Suburbia is a very dangerous place for cats, even if you live on a cul-de-sac and have good neighbors. Do you have a deck? *Another option might be screening it in - the self-proclaimed "crazy cat lady" from two doors down has done that. jmc Isn't outdoor enclosure the same as being locked indoors? What's the point? I thought being outdoors is being able to run around, climb, dig, and scratch, etc. |
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Suddenly, without warning, James exclaimed (11/30/2008 11:02 AM):
On Nov 30, 10:08 am, jmc wrote: Suddenly, without warning, Zy exclaimed (11/29/2008 3:29 PM): Recently moved from a rural home to a suburban home about 1 year ago. My 2 cats previously had an indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Ever since the move they've both been bored and depressed while living indoors only. One of them (a 5 year old) is now unhealthily bony. So I'd like to enable them to go outside, at least while I'm also outside with them. However, they must stay confined to the rear yard. When we lived in the rural area, a fence wasn't necessary as they never wandered outside the expansive property boundaries, and if they weren't in close proximity to the house, they would return for dinner via my loud whistle call. If any of you have any experience with those buried cable fence systems (invisible; utilizing an electronic cat collar), please remark. I'd be willing to obtain a system if it sounds like it could be reliable. Zy, I know little about the buried cable fences, but I've heard they are ineffective for cats. Instead, I'd suggest some sort of outdoor enclosure - you can buy them, or make them yourself. There's a few options in he http://www.drsfostersmith.com/produc...fm?c=3261+2053 I've seen the Kittywalk Carnival versions, they're bigger than the pictures suggest - almost bought one for Meep. There are also companies that will make them for you, though I don't know of any offhand. Some will built really elaborate structures that are accessible by a cat door in a door - or a window. Here's one I quite like: http://www.just4cats.com/post5.htmlf...com/page7.html They supply the drawings, you build the enclosure. You are doing the right thing by not letting them outside in suburbia! Suburbia is a very dangerous place for cats, even if you live on a cul-de-sac and have good neighbors. Do you have a deck? Another option might be screening it in - the self-proclaimed "crazy cat lady" from two doors down has done that. jmc Isn't outdoor enclosure the same as being locked indoors? What's the point? I thought being outdoors is being able to run around, climb, dig, and scratch, etc. Did you look at those enclosures? I think it's also being able to smell the outside air, feel the breeze, watch the birds and squirrels and whatever, enjoy the sunshine on their backs... It's a compromise between the cat's desires and what's safest. Like fencing off your back yard for your small child. I'm sure the kid would have a ball running free in the forest, but of course it wouldn't be safe. My cat often just likes the door to be open a crack, so she can sniff the outside air. jmc |
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