Are cats afraid of the cold in winter?

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Sarah Johnson

Healthcare Technology Correspondent

Are cats afraid of the cold in winter?

Cats are afraid of the cold. Although cats have this downy coat, they are not animals that can withstand heat but not cold. In winter, owners must keep their cats warm. They can put on cotton-padded clothes, lay thick mats in their nests, and give their cats plenty of sunshine to resist the cold. You can also use air conditioning and heating to keep your cat warm, but you need to control the time and don't let your cat use the heating for too long to avoid dehydration.