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Should I adopt a friendly outdoor cat? Will she be happy indoors?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

There is a cat at my grandmother's. She just lives in the society( a row house). Last time I went there about 3 months ago. She had kittens. But last week when I went there and fed her milk for 3-4 days( just a saucer. Twice a day if she comes) the kittens weren't there. I am assuming they are no longer. She has always been friendly. She rubs herself around my legs. She purrs whenever i pet her. I am thinking to take her in as a pet. Give her a nice home. Should I ? and she'd be happy indoors ?

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Answered By Amber Da Silva, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on August 17th, 2017

It sounds like she is accustomed to humans and friendly if she lets you pet her. If you feel she would be a good addition to your home and lifestyle, it would be wonderful if you could give her a home. If she has been an outdoor cat for some time, it may be difficult to keep her indoors only. Some cats will adjust to this and be very happy living inside, but others will always have a taste for the outdoors and will try to escape.

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