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Indoor cats are generally less anxious and more laid back.

House cats are felines that are raised inside a household and aren't typically allowed outside of the home. The benefit of raising your cat to be a house cat is that it has a higher level of safety from the outdoor world.

  1. Temperament

    • The temperament of house cats is much more tame than that of outdoor or feral cats. Most house cats are calm, will act out occasionally, but will more often than not sit on the couch with you or play with toys indoors. House cats can also be very territorial, so newcomers to the home may have to win over their affection.

    Independent

    • Because of the mild, independent personalities of house cats, care is minimal, as these are very independent animals. Care entitles keeping and cleaning a litter box, supplying fresh water and food daily, and providing some human interaction daily, either by simply petting your cat in your lap, or playing with it and its toys.

    Problem Behavior

    • House cats may act out by urinating outside of the litter box. Other problem behaviors may include scratching at furniture and carpeting, and snooping in areas the cat is not allowed.

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