Because cats are often allowed to go outside on their own, there's a chance they will have an accident when you're not around. One of the more common accidents cats face is being hit by a vehicle, which, understandably, can be a very serious event.
If you have an outdoor cat, particularly if you live near to a road, it's important to be on the lookout for signs they might have been in an accident involving a vehicle, as it's not always immediately obvious.
