keeping indoor kittens outdoors

by annn
(pakistan)

cn we keep kittens outdoors who r habitual of livin indoors and cn human catch diseases from kittens hair or nails or saliva n hw to protect kittens from diseases n hw expensive it is to keep a persian kitten
what should be the age of a kitten while adopting without mommy cat

RESPONSE:

Wow - Lots of questions - I'll do my best to answer them!
First, we never recommend keeping kittens or cats outside. There are just too many risks and dangers. Unless they can be kept in a cat proof, safe area where they can't get out and other cats and predators can't get in, it is better to keep them indoors.
Humans don't get cat diseases. People can get infections from the cat stool which is why protection should always be used when cleaning the litter boxes. Actually, people can get diseases from any stool; cats, dogs, humans, etc. so gloves when dealing with any waste is necessary.
Ring worm (a skin disorder) can be transmitted from pets to people and from people to pets but it is easily curable and easy to recognize and not life threatening. We have lived with many cats for many years and no one has ever gotten anything from the cats - except love of course!
Preventing disease in cats requires vet visits, vaccination and deworming, and keeping them away from cats that are infected with disease. As to the cost, it depends on your vet. It doesn't cost any more to have a Persian cat than any other. They need more grooming and some can suffer from respiratory issues but the cost is the same as any other cat.
When adopting a kitten, 8 weeks is the minimum age for adoption however, many kittens have been adopted and raised successfully at a younger age. Regardless of age, the kitten should be eating solid food, self-grooming, and using a litter box.
Hope this helps!

Donna - House Full Cats Mom