Why is it not recommended to raise a garden cat?

There are some challenges and risks associated with owning a pastoral cat (also known as a stray or feral cat), so this type of cat is not recommended for the average household. Here are some reasons:

1. Health issues: Garden cats live in outdoor environments and are exposed to various infectious diseases, parasites and other health risks. They can carry diseases and spread them to other pets in the home.

2. Difficult to domesticate: Most garden cats have been exposed to the wild environment for a long time and are accustomed to living and acting independently. They often have not been trained for socialization and have difficulty adapting to living in a family environment. They may show problems such as fear of people, aggression, or anxiety.

3. Behavioral problems: Garden cats may have some natural behavioral habits, such as hunting, climbing trees, digging in the soil, etc. These behaviors may cause problems in an indoor environment. They can destroy furniture, scratch people, or damage upholstery.

4. Energy and resource consuming: Garden cats require more attention, care, and resource investment than domestic cats. They may require additional medical care, food, and shelter to adjust to their home environment.

5. Legal and Neighborly Disputes: In some areas, allowing cats outdoors is illegal or restricted. In addition, garden cats may enter neighbours' gardens, soil other people's property and cause neighborhood disputes.

If you really want to help stray cats, the best way is to work with a local animal welfare organization to ensure that stray cats are properly cared for and socialized by adopting or providing temporary shelter. This ensures that stray cats have a safe, warm and stable family life.

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