My cat does not like doors!

[Harvey Simmons]

My cat never uses the door when going outside; it always comes out through the window. Is this natural?

[Libby Bowen]

yes, that's normal. cats often use windows to get in and out because they like high places.

[Alan Pugliese]

that's true libby, cats love to be in high places where they can observe the surroundings. according to animal behaviorists, high places can give them a sense of security and prestige..

[Joseph Niska]

If you're living in a high rise condominium, you should never leave windows open. A cat can easily be distracted by a bird on a window or ledge. She may leap and lose her balance. So again, be very careful.

[Trish Coyne]

[Libby Bowen]

right, Trish! their demeanor does seem like that.

[Joey Concha]

My cats use both the door and the windows, whichever is left open. They love the outdoors but of course I don't really let them out much.

[Harvey Simmons]

Thanks everyone for your replies! I'm glad that it's normal cat behavior

[Regina McKee]

hi harvey, just wanna add that there is such a thing as "high-rise syndrome," wherein an overconfident cat falls from an extreme height. we do know that cats are flexible enough to save itself from a certain height but if it's too high, then that will kill them. as a safety measure, all of us cat owners should protect our cats from dangerous perches, especially if we live in high-rise buildings and homes.

[Harvey Simmons]

Yup, you're absolutely right, Regina. A cat always landing on its feet does not mean it can jump from the roof of a skyscraper! That's why I was a little worried about my cat when I saw it coming out through the window.

I thought that maybe it was becoming a "cat burglar" teehee

[Sasha MacNeille]

With their light bodies, cats can balance well if they're in high places like a ledge or gutter. But of course that's no guarantee. Accidents do happen so we should be extra careful of our pets.

[Harvey Simmons]

I agree, Sasha. You can never be too careful with your pets!