June is Adopt-A-Cat-Month. If you’ve been wondering if now is the right time to bring home a shelter cat, we can assure you, it is. With “kitten season” in full swing, there seem to be more cats available than there are homes. Adopting a cat makes a difference in the life of one cat, but the good deed goes far beyond a single kitty. 

Some cat owners grapple with the decision to restrict their cat’s exposure to the outside world. Many cats face early mortality or life-threatening injuries each year, so keeping them on the right side of the threshold is the safest choice. However, despite the fact that an indoor-only lifestyle is for their own good, it can feel like you’re limiting their opportunities for happiness. Luckily, with a little creativity and commitment, you can still keep them safe and cater to their needs.