New empirical findings suggest outdoor cats in the U.S. have a median lifespan of 7.25 years, far shorter than indoor cats. Researchers point to compounding dangers such as traffic accidents, diseases, predators, and environmental hazards. While many owners value outdoor enrichment, veterinary groups urge safer balance: enrich indoors and consider supervised outdoor time.
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