Sandra, you don't owe anyone an explanation as to why you choose to keep your kitty inside. It isn't anybody's business. Those in the UK who want to turn their cats loose can do so, but there is no right answer as to whether a cat should be allowed outside. Yes, you can harness and leash train your bengal and outdoor walks can be wonderful -- but you cat will insist on them. My Raiden gets two a day and that's not enough for him. I love how UK'ers seem to think if they don't have coyotes, raccoons, or wandering dogs, their cats are safe. Well, cars have been known to hit cats, male cats tend to fight, humans who hate cats can catch and injure. Children can love to hurt kitties. And I'm sure there are poisons cats can get into (like rat poison). So, there are dangers in the UK as well and, unfortunately, we've had many posts from the UK on here where cats have gotten lost, killed, etc.
Should you wish to get a harness for your kitty, many recommend the fabric walking jackets that can be made especially for your cat. I use an H harness on Raiden. It goes around the neck and clasps and around the chest and clasps and the leash is attached to the chest area so there is no pressure put on the neck. As always, you need to get your kitty used to the harness before you ever go outside and many will simply fall over and act paralyzed when you put it on. Or they may fight the harness. You try treats for distraction. Once a cat realizes it can walk wearing the harness, you're okay. I put the harness on mine and he was ready to go out the door in 2 minutes, so off we went. And we've been doing it ever since. Rain or snow or sunshine, temps in the 20's or 100's. He doesn't care!
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