posted 12-07-2003 06:01 PM         

I can't help you with the snow problem because both my cats are indoor kitties but with the food issue I maybe able to shed some light.

As my cats are indoor and not very active (and in one case, a little overweight) I will measure out their food and feed them twice a day with plenty of water available. Some people may choose to free feed their cat - in other words leave the food bowl filled all the time. Some cats have the sense to feed until they are full and not gorge themslves (unlike mine) and come back later when they are hungry.

As your cat is an outdoor cat and probably quite active being outside, I wouldn't worry too much about measuring out the food. She will burn energy keeping warm and will need the extra food for energy and nurishment. However, as she is eating dry kibble, make sure she has access to lots of fresh water.

posted 12-07-2003 09:54 PM         

However, the only part about your kitty having a sweater is that she may get colder if it gets wet from the snow. I think I saw some raincoats on this site, that are lined with warm furry material to help keep her warm. Or she may just not like it at all.

It's very sweet of you to be thinking about your kitty's comfort. I agree with Fleafly that you should have a warm dry place for her to go to. You can use a box that she can climb in and out of when she wants and put a blanket in there for her or an old sweater for her to lay on.