do cats get cold easily

Cats do get cold easily. Because they descended from desert-dwelling ancestors and have a warmer normal body temperature than humans, they typically feel the cold faster and more intensely than people. Factors like age, health, breed, and body fat also affect how quickly a cat becomes cold. For example, kittens, elderly cats, sick cats, skinny cats, and breeds adapted to warm climates are more sensitive to cold, while cats with thick fur coats (like Maine Coons) tolerate the cold better but can still get cold eventually. Generally, temperatures below about 45°F (7°C) are too cold for cats to stay outside for extended periods. Signs a cat is cold include shivering, seeking out warm spots, and cold extremities. If left cold for too long, cats can suffer hypothermia, which is dangerous and requires veterinary care.