Thread: One indoor one outdoor cat-problems?

Originally Posted by Heather2mc

I think it is just the Australian breeders that want the MC inside. We do have lots of venomous snakes, spiders and other dangers here. We also have some unique small animals that are dwindling in numbers.

Most of what I would consider the serious US MC breeders insist that you keep their kittens inside (or possibly outside under your supervision). This is in the contract that you sign to purchase the kitten. Most contracts state that you can be forced to forfeit the cat if you fail to meet the obligations spelled out the contract. I would think these contracts would be very difficult to enforce, but they do impress on the potential buyers what is expected. Other obligations typically relate to neutering, access to vet care, food, vaccinations they are not to have, etc. I have seen some that are quite, er, comprehensive, requiring that you never leave the cat alone for more than n hours, etc. Actually, that reminded me of one of such breeders that I came across when we were looking at one point. Here is their questionnaire: http://www.bstreetcattery.com/Adopti...stionnaire.pdf and here is their contract: AGREEMENT FOR SALE OF CAT OR KITTEN