Most cat owners find themselves in a quandary over whether or not to
use a cat collar on their outdoor cats. The debate still reigns over
the pros and cons of outfitting an outside cat with a collar, but many
veterinarians and cat experts agree that collars are the best way to
go. However, before you decide, take a look at these pros and cons:

Pros:

? Cat collars can hold identification and registration tags. This is
critical in case your outdoor cat becomes lost or is picked up by a
concerned individual. Also, collars can hold bells or other noise
generating items to scare away potential prey.

? Many cat collars are equipped with reflective material. Whether the
collar is made completely out of reflective material or only contains
a small strip, this will help your cat to become more visible in the
dark. Cats, especially those of dark color, can become invisible at
night, which is a potentially dangerous situation.

Cons:

? Cat collars can easily snag and cause your cat to become hung or
stuck on branches, fences, or anything else in the great outdoors.
Some cats have actually been strangled when their collar has gotten
caught and cut off the animal's air supply.

? Your cat may not be comfortable wearing a collar or the collar may
be too heavy for the animal.

Given these pros and cons, consider choosing a collar that will
maximize the positives and minimize the negatives. For example, there
are many collars on the market that are specially designed to break
away or unclasp when the cat is hung. These collars are

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