You may be thinking, “My cat is an indoor cat, they don’t need a collar.” Yet, you may be mistaken. The American Humane society says, “Even indoor-only cats should wear collars, because if your cat does get out… [they have] a better chance of safely and quickly getting back home.” And if your friendly furball decides to run out the door one day, a cat collar with an ID tag can give you piece of mind.
Say your cat gets out and approaches a nice family when he gets hungry. The loving family may believe that your collar-less kitty is an abandoned stray and take him to a nearby shelter. With a collar and an ID tag, all they must do is call your number and you will be reunited with your favorite feline once again. Some owners may have an aversion to collars though, mainly due to problems in the past or simple misconceptions.
The Benefits
Breakaway and quick-release collars solve all the problems of other collars, while providing even more benefits. Say little Simba is feeling a bit overzealous and his collar gets stuck during his adventures. Instead of having to meow for help, a breakaway collar is designed to snap off under tension and allow your kitty to continue their curious expedition, unscathed.
Another great feature is the adjustability of the collars. Elastic and buckle collars are nearly impossible to use when it comes to finding the perfect fit, especially for a growing cat. Meanwhile, breakaway collars allow precision fitting and are easy to adjust on a whim. Don’t just take my word for it, both the American Humane society and VetsNow strongly recommend breakaway collars and according to CatHealth.com, “A breakaway cat collar is the only acceptable choice to ensure your cat’s safety.”
Many breakaway cat collars are layered with reflective material and are perfect for cat’s that love to sneak out after-dark. The reflective material allows drivers to be more aware and can keep your cat safe in the event of a potential car accident. Also, if you’re out searching with a flashlight for a runaway kitty, the reflective material can be an easy indicator, cutting search times to a minimum.
Search Quickly!
Begin your search quickly! According to a study by the ASPCA, cat owners are about 20% less successful than dog owners when it comes to finding their missing pet and cat owners tend to start the search much later. Because one in three pets will be reported missing in their lifetime, it is crucial to have some sort of identification and contact information with your animal. A cat collar with an ID tag will greatly increase the chances of being reunited with your fugitive furball. Even with all these benefits, some owners may still be hesitant with the idea of a cat collar.
Still On The Fence?
The first word that comes to your mind when you hear “cat collar” may be something like, “risky” or “injury”. You would not be wrong to assume that some cat collars are dangerous. Elastic and buckle collars come with potential risks such as becoming stuck on objects, or even getting your kitty’s mouth or front legs caught. The problem with these collars is that there is no way for your cat to get out of them and it can be difficult to find the perfect fit. Therefore, breakaway collars are the only acceptable choice for keeping your cat safe in any situation.
Protecting our cats should be our number one priority. Without them, where would we be? Probably re-watching our favorite Netflix series all alone. A breakaway cat collar with an ID tag is the perfect solution for peace of mind and is much less risky than traditional or elastic collars. I hope my cat never gets out, as she is already scared of everything. But if she does, there’s a good chance someone will give me a call and return her to me unharmed.
