Should my kittens be in or outdoor cats ?

[ness.hirons]

I am very confused as to what is best for cats and would like some opinions.
I have 2 kittens who are now 3 months old.
Myself and OH are torn as to if they should remain as indoor cats (we both work full time, hence why we got 2 kittens - brothers - so they have each other for company).
The estate where I live is next to a very busy main road. Also our estate is teaming with cats who you constantly hear fighting.
Our vet seems to favor indoor cats, as he keep advising us of the short expected life span for outdoor cats.

[rcl1]

I have 2 indoor cats and keep them as indoor cats for similar reasons to you, live in bad area by busy main road.

Have had my 2 for around 2 years now and as they have free run off the house, they seem perfectly happy.

I, however, do get bouts of guilt for not letting them play out. I am sure they would prefer to be outdoors, but I am hoping that what they don't know, they can't miss.

Good luck with you decison.

[madmaggot]

If they are indoors you should be able to provide them with adequate areas for climbing and scratching, playing (and of course pooing). If you can't do that then imo they should be allowed out if at all possible.

[ness.hirons]

I have purchased a really large activity centre for them for play, scratch etc and of course litter trays!!

[Charisse]

I am fortunate to live in a quiet location and so our cats are "outdoor" however one suffered very serious injuries quite recently when he was knocked down. The road has a 30 mile limit but apparently the driver was speeding. I have tried to keep him in as he recovers and he is now fit enough tn go outside again. I do worry :0(