InstantForum.NET v4.1.2Cat Channelhttp://board.catchannel.com/Catmoderator@bowtieinc.comSat, 20 Mar 2010 03:42:47 GMT20http://board.catchannel.com/Topic52279-21-1.aspx[quote][quote]hat's just it - cats who live indoors aren't really affected by the climate as much because they're in climate-controlled environments. <br><br>that's just it.<br>Indoors is the main point.Wed, 29 Jul 2009 18:53:49 GMTEinsteinsMomhttp://board.catchannel.com/Topic52279-21-1.aspxThat's just it - cats who live indoors aren't really affected by the climate as much because they're in climate-controlled environments. You can keep a Persian or a Ragdoll or a Maine Coon quite comfortable in Texas, Arizona, Georgia, or any of the very hot and/or humid states. And you can keep a shorthaired cat very well in states where the weather is cold - including Alaska! </P><P>You <EM>do</EM> have to be a bit careful to keep a Sphynx cat warm, because they don't have the fur coat to protect them - but there are Sphynx breeders in Canada, and I believe one of the hairless breeds actually originates in Canada. I don't remember whether it's the Sphynx or another breed, there are a couple of newer breeds that also are hairless.Wed, 29 Jul 2009 08:24:42 GMTcats_dollshttp://board.catchannel.com/Topic52279-21-1.aspxwell, I would not put a short hair cat outside in Anchorage Alaska, if that what you mean.<br><br>WE live in Texas, very hot and humid.<br>Our pets, all live indoors.Tue, 28 Jul 2009 21:05:54 GMTEinsteinsMomhttp://board.catchannel.com/Topic52279-21-1.aspxNot sure what you mean by wild cats, but if you mean wild by 'big' cats then that wouldn't be very true since many shorter coated cats are found in winter environments (such as Siberian tigers, and mountain lions in Canada). From what I know, most domestic cats can withstand the cold to a certain extent, but like all animals needs some kind of escape or shelter to keep their bodies warm on those REALLY cold nights - could be burrows, bushes, or where ever can shield the wind and snow/rain. I think you should get the cat you truly love and not based on the climate of your area!Tue, 28 Jul 2009 16:34:32 GMTtommygirlhttp://board.catchannel.com/Topic52279-21-1.aspxI know that wild cats live in climates that they are most comfortable in (longhaired in colder climates and shorthaired in warmer climates) but when choosing a cat for your pet does it matter what climate you live in if it will be an outdoor cat?Mon, 27 Jul 2009 08:58:08 GMTLilac