Godlike Productions - Discussion Forum
Users Online Now: 1,060 (Who's On?)Visitors Today: 166,230
Pageviews Today: 281,404Threads Today: 86Posts Today: 1,744
04:09 AM


Rate this Thread

Absolute BS Crap Reasonable Nice Amazing
 

The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr

 
It's cold outside!
User ID: 38060412
United States
12/06/2013 05:43 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
So I left them extra food and extra quilts last night. I'm thinking an outside heater would do the job, as long as it's not too expensive.

Any suggestions? I don't want to start a fire.
Anonymous Coward
User ID: 37377209
United States
12/06/2013 06:36 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
let em come inside?

flipoff

catfilenails byekitty angry catdance
Too Dark Park

User ID: 9813460
United States
12/06/2013 06:41 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
Blankets are not good OP


Here are some tips to building a little shelter for the outdoor kitties: [link to www.indyferal.org]


Blankets hold in cold air. Straw is a better material so kitty can burrow down into it and generate warmth.
Anonymous Coward
User ID: 49331970
United States
12/06/2013 06:46 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
how do i keep the water bowl from freezing?
Anonymous Coward (OP)
User ID: 38060412
United States
12/06/2013 06:47 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
Blankets are not good OP


Here are some tips to building a little shelter for the outdoor kitties: [link to www.indyferal.org]


Blankets hold in cold air. Straw is a better material so kitty can burrow down into it and generate warmth.
 Quoting: Too Dark Park


Actually, I was thinking about getting an outside heater that plugs into the outlet on the front porch. It doesn't get so cold here that often, but when it does, it's nasty for the outside cats.

I can't save the world, but maybe I can help a few animals.
Too Dark Park

User ID: 9813460
United States
12/06/2013 06:48 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
how do i keep the water bowl from freezing?
 Quoting: misty eyed



Idk about that :(


I just replace it twice a day when I know kitty is around so he can get a drink. I made two shelters for any stray kitties and have had one come around now for about a week or so.
Too Dark Park

User ID: 9813460
United States
12/06/2013 06:48 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
Blankets are not good OP


Here are some tips to building a little shelter for the outdoor kitties: [link to www.indyferal.org]


Blankets hold in cold air. Straw is a better material so kitty can burrow down into it and generate warmth.
 Quoting: Too Dark Park


Actually, I was thinking about getting an outside heater that plugs into the outlet on the front porch. It doesn't get so cold here that often, but when it does, it's nasty for the outside cats.

I can't save the world, but maybe I can help a few animals.
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 38060412



You're the same AC who posted the other day about the kitties outside arent you? :D
Anonymous Coward (OP)
User ID: 38060412
United States
12/06/2013 06:49 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
Blankets are not good OP


Here are some tips to building a little shelter for the outdoor kitties: [link to www.indyferal.org]


Blankets hold in cold air. Straw is a better material so kitty can burrow down into it and generate warmth.
 Quoting: Too Dark Park


But, thanks for that. That was great information!
Anonymous Coward
User ID: 47832428
Germany
12/06/2013 06:49 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
So I left them extra food and extra quilts last night. I'm thinking an outside heater would do the job, as long as it's not too expensive.

Any suggestions? I don't want to start a fire.
 Quoting: It's cold outside! 38060412



No. Do you have toxoplasmose gondii?
Anonymous Coward
User ID: 49531429
United States
12/06/2013 06:51 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
Blankets are not good OP


Here are some tips to building a little shelter for the outdoor kitties: [link to www.indyferal.org]


Blankets hold in cold air. Straw is a better material so kitty can burrow down into it and generate warmth.
 Quoting: Too Dark Park


Sounds very itchy....
Anodyne339

User ID: 45164403
United States
12/06/2013 07:03 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
Check ranch and farm supply stores (or online) for heated pet mats and heated water bowls. I use both for the feral cats that live in our woods.

Straw is a good insulator, you can make them a den out of a few straw bales. We used a dog crate - put the heated pad in it, lined it inside with high-density foam we had in the garage, and covered the whole thing with several blankets and rugs. I draped an old shawl over the front so they can still go in and out, but it holds in more heat. They curl up in there and between the heated mat and their body heat, they get nice and cozy.

You can buy a heated water bowl for about $20-25. Keeps the water from freezing. Right now it's below zero in our area, so I add some hot water now and then.

Make sure they have plenty of food, too. They need extra food in cold weather to keep their metabolism higher.
Anonymous Coward
User ID: 4210264
United States
12/06/2013 07:04 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
You mean purrrr!
Too Dark Park

User ID: 9813460
United States
12/06/2013 07:06 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
Check ranch and farm supply stores (or online) for heated pet mats and heated water bowls. I use both for the feral cats that live in our woods.

Straw is a good insulator, you can make them a den out of a few straw bales. We used a dog crate - put the heated pad in it, lined it inside with high-density foam we had in the garage, and covered the whole thing with several blankets and rugs. I draped an old shawl over the front so they can still go in and out, but it holds in more heat. They curl up in there and between the heated mat and their body heat, they get nice and cozy.

You can buy a heated water bowl for about $20-25. Keeps the water from freezing. Right now it's below zero in our area, so I add some hot water now and then.

Make sure they have plenty of food, too. They need extra food in cold weather to keep their metabolism higher.
 Quoting: Anodyne339



Excellent advice thumbs
Anonymous Coward
User ID: 1408355
Australia
12/06/2013 07:15 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
Newspaper is a really good insulator too. I always line their boxes with lots of newspaper before I put the old blankets, towels or sheets in.
Anonymous Coward
User ID: 44758106
United States
12/06/2013 07:32 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
It is a felony crime in 9 states for your out-door cat not to have shelter, it is a felony in another 12 if that cat receives frost bite or gets sick due to a lack of shelter.. its like 2 years in prison and a nice fine... its much more easy just to let the cat in for a few weeks... you can even call the police and report people... but it is a mandatory child welfare check if your mistreating your animals and you also have kids, 90% of animal abuse cases also involve child abuse at the same property if children reside there.. {if you cant take care of a cat, how would you do any better with a kid}
Anonymous Coward
User ID: 50860166
United States
12/06/2013 07:34 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
Hello OP and thanks for caring about the outside cats. Here is a list of shelters that can be made or bought for feral cats. At the top of list are the expensive options but scroll down for cheap shelters. If you happen to already have a large unused Rubbermaid container, it is practically free to make!

[link to www.alleycat.org]
Anonymous Coward
User ID: 44758106
United States
12/06/2013 07:34 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
It is a felony crime in 9 states for your out-door cat not to have shelter, it is a felony in another 12 if that cat receives frost bite or gets sick due to a lack of shelter.. its like 2 years in prison and a nice fine... its much more easy just to let the cat in for a few weeks... you can even call the police and report people... but it is a mandatory child welfare check if your mistreating your animals and you also have kids, 90% of animal abuse cases also involve child abuse at the same property if children reside there.. {if you cant take care of a cat, how would you do any better with a kid}
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 44758106


a cell-phone video is enough to win a case in most states...
Anonymous Coward
User ID: 1408355
Australia
12/06/2013 07:36 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
It is a felony crime in 9 states for your out-door cat not to have shelter, it is a felony in another 12 if that cat receives frost bite or gets sick due to a lack of shelter.. its like 2 years in prison and a nice fine... its much more easy just to let the cat in for a few weeks... you can even call the police and report people... but it is a mandatory child welfare check if your mistreating your animals and you also have kids, 90% of animal abuse cases also involve child abuse at the same property if children reside there.. {if you cant take care of a cat, how would you do any better with a kid}
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 44758106


a cell-phone video is enough to win a case in most states...
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 44758106


I think she is talking about Feral or stray cats.
Anonymous Coward
User ID: 44758106
United States
12/06/2013 07:37 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
It is a felony crime in 9 states for your out-door cat not to have shelter, it is a felony in another 12 if that cat receives frost bite or gets sick due to a lack of shelter.. its like 2 years in prison and a nice fine... its much more easy just to let the cat in for a few weeks... you can even call the police and report people... but it is a mandatory child welfare check if your mistreating your animals and you also have kids, 90% of animal abuse cases also involve child abuse at the same property if children reside there.. {if you cant take care of a cat, how would you do any better with a kid}
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 44758106


a cell-phone video is enough to win a case in most states...
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 44758106


I think she is talking about Feral or stray cats.
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 1408355


that would qualify as in her custody as she is supposed to report feral cats
Anonymous Coward
User ID: 50632655
United States
12/06/2013 07:37 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
Nice warm bowl of anti-freeze? Ther ferals ones love it!
AuroraB
User ID: 46640209
United States
12/06/2013 07:39 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
It is a felony crime in 9 states for your out-door cat not to have shelter, it is a felony in another 12 if that cat receives frost bite or gets sick due to a lack of shelter.. its like 2 years in prison and a nice fine... its much more easy just to let the cat in for a few weeks... you can even call the police and report people... but it is a mandatory child welfare check if your mistreating your animals and you also have kids, 90% of animal abuse cases also involve child abuse at the same property if children reside there.. {if you cant take care of a cat, how would you do any better with a kid}
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 44758106


a cell-phone video is enough to win a case in most states...
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 44758106


These aren't technically her cats. They are feral.
mrmuffins69

User ID: 50317094
United States
12/06/2013 07:40 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
how do i keep the water bowl from freezing?
 Quoting: misty eyed


put ice in it
Anonymous Coward
User ID: 44758106
United States
12/06/2013 07:42 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
3 frozen cats this year, in 5 years a frozen cat farm, and dozen of frozen dead kittens... The house cat isn't a wild animal even though it acts it when abused or abandoned.. its very much a domestic animal that requires the help of people to survive some times they can do it but that's more luck then anything...
StallionVik

User ID: 50857064
United Kingdom
12/06/2013 07:46 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
Keep doing what you do :)

Everybody should help, if you ask me.
Help Animals>> [link to www.facebook.com (secure)] - [link to faaff.org] <<Save Animals
AuroraB
User ID: 46640209
United States
12/06/2013 07:51 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
It is a felony crime in 9 states for your out-door cat not to have shelter, it is a felony in another 12 if that cat receives frost bite or gets sick due to a lack of shelter.. its like 2 years in prison and a nice fine... its much more easy just to let the cat in for a few weeks... you can even call the police and report people... but it is a mandatory child welfare check if your mistreating your animals and you also have kids, 90% of animal abuse cases also involve child abuse at the same property if children reside there.. {if you cant take care of a cat, how would you do any better with a kid}
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 44758106




a cell-phone video is enough to win a case in most states...
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 44758106


I think she is talking about Feral or stray cats.
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 1408355


that would qualify as in her custody as she is supposed to report feral cats
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 44758106



If so they need to report the military, govt., and anybody working on a military post to the authorities. They are full of feral cats. Many of course die, we've saved 2 kittens from the airfield.

One sitting with me now.

I'd rather set up something for them then be accused of wrong doing.
Anonymous Coward (OP)
User ID: 38060412
United States
12/06/2013 07:55 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
Check ranch and farm supply stores (or online) for heated pet mats and heated water bowls. I use both for the feral cats that live in our woods.

Straw is a good insulator, you can make them a den out of a few straw bales. We used a dog crate - put the heated pad in it, lined it inside with high-density foam we had in the garage, and covered the whole thing with several blankets and rugs. I draped an old shawl over the front so they can still go in and out, but it holds in more heat. They curl up in there and between the heated mat and their body heat, they get nice and cozy.

You can buy a heated water bowl for about $20-25. Keeps the water from freezing. Right now it's below zero in our area, so I add some hot water now and then.

Make sure they have plenty of food, too. They need extra food in cold weather to keep their metabolism higher.
 Quoting: Anodyne339

Thanks extra much!
Anonymous Coward
User ID: 49331970
United States
12/06/2013 07:57 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
It is a felony crime in 9 states for your out-door cat not to have shelter, it is a felony in another 12 if that cat receives frost bite or gets sick due to a lack of shelter.. its like 2 years in prison and a nice fine... its much more easy just to let the cat in for a few weeks... you can even call the police and report people... but it is a mandatory child welfare check if your mistreating your animals and you also have kids, 90% of animal abuse cases also involve child abuse at the same property if children reside there.. {if you cant take care of a cat, how would you do any better with a kid}
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 44758106


a cell-phone video is enough to win a case in most states...
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 44758106


I think she is talking about Feral or stray cats.
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 1408355


that would qualify as in her custody as she is supposed to report feral cats
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 44758106


if someone could embed
[link to www.youtube.com]

an officer came out after mother reported feral cats and shot the cats in front of the family.
DawaSatso

User ID: 51092359
United States
12/06/2013 08:01 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
Blankets are not good OP


Here are some tips to building a little shelter for the outdoor kitties: [link to www.indyferal.org]


Blankets hold in cold air. Straw is a better material so kitty can burrow down into it and generate warmth.
 Quoting: Too Dark Park


Actually, I was thinking about getting an outside heater that plugs into the outlet on the front porch. It doesn't get so cold here that often, but when it does, it's nasty for the outside cats.

I can't save the world, but maybe I can help a few animals.
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 38060412


Kitties get frostbite, primarily their feet (which means they die early not from the chronic pain, but from infection in deadened tissue), and their ears. That is if the cold doesn't kill them first.

Heater, definitely and right now.
Tomorrow see if you can get advice locally how to help them because the cold is killer RIGHT NOW.

In the meantime, do you have animal services for strays..we have Every Creature Counts here in CO where they don't euthanize them.

Can you open a shed or something for them? And then make sure the shed is heated in some way that won't cause a fire.
At the very least get them shelter.

Mere hay is not enough. The stress of the cold will also make them susceptible to illnesses and cold viruses.

I don't mean to be harsh at all OP, and am warmed by the fact that you care.

But cold kills them because they also have domestic genes which means they are not designed to withstand harsh winters.
hf
Anonymous Coward
User ID: 36655290
India
12/06/2013 08:02 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
It is a felony crime in 9 states for your out-door cat not to have shelter, it is a felony in another 12 if that cat receives frost bite or gets sick due to a lack of shelter.. its like 2 years in prison and a nice fine... its much more easy just to let the cat in for a few weeks... you can even call the police and report people... but it is a mandatory child welfare check if your mistreating your animals and you also have kids, 90% of animal abuse cases also involve child abuse at the same property if children reside there.. {if you cant take care of a cat, how would you do any better with a kid}
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 44758106


a cell-phone video is enough to win a case in most states...
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 44758106


WHAT ARE YOU KIDDING??? I think the OP is talking about FERAL kitties - you do not want them inside with you nor will they want to be inside with you.
Anonymous Coward (OP)
User ID: 38060412
United States
12/06/2013 08:15 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
It is a felony crime in 9 states for your out-door cat not to have shelter, it is a felony in another 12 if that cat receives frost bite or gets sick due to a lack of shelter.. its like 2 years in prison and a nice fine... its much more easy just to let the cat in for a few weeks... you can even call the police and report people... but it is a mandatory child welfare check if your mistreating your animals and you also have kids, 90% of animal abuse cases also involve child abuse at the same property if children reside there.. {if you cant take care of a cat, how would you do any better with a kid}
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 44758106


a cell-phone video is enough to win a case in most states...
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 44758106


WHAT ARE YOU KIDDING??? I think the OP is talking about FERAL kitties - you do not want them inside with you nor will they want to be inside with you.
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 36655290


Just be kind when you can - that's all you can do.
C.
User ID: 90675
United States
12/06/2013 08:18 PM
Report Abusive Post
Report Copyright Violation
Re: The outside cats are extra cold - brrrr
Thank you for posting, OP :)

I have a hard time with the outside cats, too. They give me a mental dilemma that just tears my heart out. I won't feed them (unless I'm *really* drunk).

We've only had two, really, in the last two years. The first one was Roland. The gunslinger.

We grappled about what to do about him. (We have two rescue housecats, who don't go outside).

He ended up getting hit and we buried him. It was sad, because he was so cool.

Now, there's another one and I won't even talk to him. I completely ignore him and it's hard for me to do that.

We haven't seen him since it started snowing, so I am hoping that he is holed up in a barn.





GLP