{"id":100411,"date":"2022-04-22T12:29:00","date_gmt":"2022-04-22T12:29:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-need-winter-coats\/"},"modified":"2022-04-22T12:29:00","modified_gmt":"2022-04-22T12:29:00","slug":"do-cats-need-winter-coats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-need-winter-coats\/","title":{"rendered":"Do cats need winter coats?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-need-winter-coats\/#Do_cats_need_winter_coats\" title=\"Do cats need winter coats?\">Do cats need winter coats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-need-winter-coats\/#Do_indoor_cats_have_winter_coats\" title=\"Do indoor cats have winter coats?\">Do indoor cats have winter coats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-need-winter-coats\/#Do_indoor_cats_get_thicker_fur_in_winter\" title=\"Do indoor cats get thicker fur in winter?\">Do indoor cats get thicker fur in winter?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-need-winter-coats\/#Do_long_hair_cats_get_winter_coats\" title=\"Do long hair cats get winter coats?\">Do long hair cats get winter coats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-need-winter-coats\/#Should_cats_wear_coats_in_winter\" title=\"Should cats wear coats in winter?\">Should cats wear coats in winter?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-need-winter-coats\/#How_cold_is_too_cold_for_a_cat\" title=\"How cold is too cold for a cat?\">How cold is too cold for a cat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-need-winter-coats\/#Do_cats_get_cold_in_the_snow\" title=\"Do cats get cold in the snow?\">Do cats get cold in the snow?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-need-winter-coats\/#Why_do_indoor_cats_get_winter_coat\" title=\"Why do indoor cats get winter coat?\">Why do indoor cats get winter coat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-need-winter-coats\/#Do_indoor_cats_shed_seasonally\" title=\"Do indoor cats shed seasonally?\">Do indoor cats shed seasonally?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-need-winter-coats\/#Do_indoor_cats_grow_thicker_fur_winter\" title=\"Do indoor cats grow thicker fur winter?\">Do indoor cats grow thicker fur winter?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-need-winter-coats\/#Do_indoor_cats_like_to_be_warm\" title=\"Do indoor cats like to be warm?\">Do indoor cats like to be warm?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-need-winter-coats\/#Do_indoor_cats_get_fluffier_in_the_winter\" title=\"Do indoor cats get fluffier in the winter?\">Do indoor cats get fluffier in the winter?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-need-winter-coats\/#Do_cats_get_hairier_in_winter\" title=\"Do cats get hairier in winter?\">Do cats get hairier in winter?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-need-winter-coats\/#Do_cats_get_fluffy_when_cold\" title=\"Do cats get fluffy when cold?\">Do cats get fluffy when cold?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-need-winter-coats\/#Do_long_haired_cats_grow_winter_coats\" title=\"Do long haired cats grow winter coats?\">Do long haired cats grow winter coats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-need-winter-coats\/#Does_my_long_haired_cat_get_cold\" title=\"Does my long haired cat get cold?\">Does my long haired cat get cold?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-need-winter-coats\/#Do_cats_put_on_a_winter_coat\" title=\"Do cats put on a winter coat?\">Do cats put on a winter coat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-need-winter-coats\/#Are_long_haired_cats_warmer\" title=\"Are long haired cats warmer?\">Are long haired cats warmer?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-need-winter-coats\/#Does_my_cat_need_a_coat_in_winter\" title=\"Does my cat need a coat in winter?\">Does my cat need a coat in winter?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-need-winter-coats\/#Is_it_cruel_to_put_clothes_on_cats\" title=\"Is it cruel to put clothes on cats?\">Is it cruel to put clothes on cats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-need-winter-coats\/#What_temperature_is_too_cold_for_cats\" title=\"What temperature is too cold for cats?\">What temperature is too cold for cats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-need-winter-coats\/#Do_indoor_cats_put_on_winter_coats\" title=\"Do indoor cats put on winter coats?\">Do indoor cats put on winter coats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-need-winter-coats\/#How_cold_is_too_cold_for_indoor_cats\" title=\"How cold is too cold for indoor cats?\">How cold is too cold for indoor cats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-need-winter-coats\/#Is_32_degrees_too_cold_for_a_cat\" title=\"Is 32 degrees too cold for a cat?\">Is 32 degrees too cold for a cat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-need-winter-coats\/#Can_cats_stay_warm_in_snow\" title=\"Can cats stay warm in snow?\">Can cats stay warm in snow?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_cats_need_winter_coats\"><\/span>Do cats need winter coats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When the temperature drops, our cats dont have the benefit of pulling something out of the wardrobe to wear. While they have their own fur coats to keep them warm and protected from the elements, <b>our beloved felines often need more than that to keep cosy on winter days<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_indoor_cats_have_winter_coats\"><\/span>Do indoor cats have winter coats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Do cats have a winter coat? <b>Growing a winter coat is a natural response for any cat, even if he lives indoors. In fact, even with a winter coat, your cat may start to spend more time in your home when the cold sets in.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_indoor_cats_get_thicker_fur_in_winter\"><\/span>Do indoor cats get thicker fur in winter?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Cats, and dogs with undercoats, tend to get a thicker coat in winter, but light can be a huge factor for indoor animals. As the days get longer in spring, they will shed to create the summer coat. They dont even have to go outside  the light can come through a window.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_long_hair_cats_get_winter_coats\"><\/span>Do long hair cats get winter coats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Long-haired and some short-haired cats do grow fluffy winter fur with thick undercoats in time for winter. Lower availability of sunlight during the cold season, rather than cold weather, is what affects the animals shedding and hair growth patterns. Indoor pets also get winter coats but to a lesser extent.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_cats_wear_coats_in_winter\"><\/span>Should cats wear coats in winter?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We realize that your feline friend looks to-die-for in coats, booties and sweaters, but take care when dressing cats in winter wear. According to Los Angeles veterinarian Alisha Tran, <b>a light coat or sweater wont hurt, but is unnecessary for short periods of cold.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_cold_is_too_cold_for_a_cat\"><\/span>How cold is too cold for a cat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Even though indoor-only cats dont really need the extra insulation, <b>they will still grow a winter coat if they are exposed to enough sunlight. That is because the thickening of the fur doesnt have to do with temperature at all. On the contrary, its a response to the amount of daylight thats available.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_cats_get_cold_in_the_snow\"><\/span>Do cats get cold in the snow?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>45 degrees Fahrenheit<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_indoor_cats_get_winter_coat\"><\/span>Why do indoor cats get winter coat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>According to Catsonville Cat Clinic, cats adapt to environmental changes by growing a thicker coat in the winter. That thickness primarily comes from the undercoat, which consists of finer, shorter, softer hairs. Those hairs increase during the winter <b>to help trap your cats body heat<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_indoor_cats_shed_seasonally\"><\/span>Do indoor cats shed seasonally?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Indoor cats shed at any time of the year and the amount of shedding hair is less than outdoor cats due to the artificial light inside the house, and from the controlled temperature in your home. Outdoor cats shed in the spring when the days start to lengthen and they spend more time outside.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_indoor_cats_grow_thicker_fur_winter\"><\/span>Do indoor cats grow thicker fur winter?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Cats, and dogs with undercoats, tend to get a thicker coat in winter, but light can be a huge factor for indoor animals. As the days get longer in spring, they will shed to create the summer coat. They dont even have to go outside  the light can come through a window.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_indoor_cats_like_to_be_warm\"><\/span>Do indoor cats like to be warm?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>How cold is too cold for indoor cats? <b>Cats prefer warmth but will be okay in rooms hovering between 50-60 degrees. This is not ideal for them though, and youll likely notice your cat seeking out additional heat by snuggling up to a radiator, blanket, or you!<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_indoor_cats_get_fluffier_in_the_winter\"><\/span>Do indoor cats get fluffier in the winter?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Winter coats begin fluffing up in the fall, when the daylight begins to shorten. Even though indoor-only cats dont really need the extra insulation, they will still grow a winter coat if they are exposed to enough sunlight. That is because the thickening of the fur doesnt have to do with temperature at all.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_cats_get_hairier_in_winter\"><\/span>Do cats get hairier in winter?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Cats, and dogs with undercoats, tend to get a thicker coat in winter, but light can be a huge factor for indoor animals. As the days get longer in spring, they will shed to create the summer coat. They dont even have to go outside  the light can come through a window.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_cats_get_fluffy_when_cold\"><\/span>Do cats get fluffy when cold?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cats have an inner clock: They instinctively know when its time for the fur change. The may loose some hair continuously, but twice a year, <b>a complete hair change takes place between summer and winter coat. A sweeping blow, because the entire coat is changed.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_long_haired_cats_grow_winter_coats\"><\/span>Do long haired cats grow winter coats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Even though indoor-only cats dont really need the extra insulation, <b>they will still grow a winter coat if they are exposed to enough sunlight. That is because the thickening of the fur doesnt have to do with temperature at all. On the contrary, its a response to the amount of daylight thats available.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_my_long_haired_cat_get_cold\"><\/span>Does my long haired cat get cold?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In general, long-haired cats can spend a few hours outside in winter but <b>they do become cold in sub-zero temperatures, despite getting winter coats. Cats of any breed are vulnerable to frostbite when it is colder than 0\/ 32xb0F, and snow or rain reduce the insulating capacity of their fur.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_cats_put_on_a_winter_coat\"><\/span>Do cats put on a winter coat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Do cats have a winter coat? <b>Growing a winter coat is a natural response for any cat, even if he lives indoors. In fact, even with a winter coat, your cat may start to spend more time in your home when the cold sets in.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_long_haired_cats_warmer\"><\/span>Are long haired cats warmer?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Yes, longhaired cats grow winter coats in response to the change in seasons. As the days become shorter and the nights grow colder, their summer coats are shed and winter coats, more dense with a thick insulating sub-layer of fur, is formed to protect against the discomfort of both dampness and cold.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_my_cat_need_a_coat_in_winter\"><\/span>Does my cat need a coat in winter?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When the temperature drops, our cats dont have the benefit of pulling something out of the wardrobe to wear. <b>While they have their own fur coats to keep them warm and protected from the elements, our beloved felines often need more than that to keep cosy on winter days<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_cruel_to_put_clothes_on_cats\"><\/span>Is it cruel to put clothes on cats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Ultimately, dogs and cats prefer to be naked (so to speak), but if your pet seemingly has no objections to wearing the occasional sweater or tutu, then <b>theres no harm in dressing them up.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_temperature_is_too_cold_for_cats\"><\/span>What temperature is too cold for cats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>45 degrees Fahrenheit<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_indoor_cats_put_on_winter_coats\"><\/span>Do indoor cats put on winter coats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Even though indoor-only cats dont really need the extra insulation, <b>they will still grow a winter coat if they are exposed to enough sunlight. That is because the thickening of the fur doesnt have to do with temperature at all. On the contrary, its a response to the amount of daylight thats available.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_cold_is_too_cold_for_indoor_cats\"><\/span>How cold is too cold for indoor cats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your cat needs to maintain a body temperature of above 90 degrees to ward off hypothermia, so keeping your thermostat around 70 degrees is a good way to ensure theyll stay cozy all winter long. How cold is too cold for indoor cats? Cats prefer warmth but will be okay in rooms hovering between <b>50-60 degrees<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_32_degrees_too_cold_for_a_cat\"><\/span>Is 32 degrees too cold for a cat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Even though some cats are hardy in cold temperatures, cats shouldnt be outside in 45-degree Fahrenheit weather or lower. <b>If a kitty is outside during freezing temperatures, which is 32 degrees F or less, it can suffer from significant issues like hypothermia or frostbite<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_cats_stay_warm_in_snow\"><\/span>Can cats stay warm in snow?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>45 degrees Fahrenheit<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Do cats need winter coats?Do indoor cats have winter coats?Do indoor cats get thicker fur in winter?Do long hair cats get winter coats?Should cats wear coats in winter?How cold is too cold for a cat?Do cats get cold in the snow?Why do indoor cats get winter coat?Do indoor cats shed seasonally?Do indoor&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-100411","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/100411"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=100411"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/100411\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=100411"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=100411"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=100411"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}