[browniesmom622]

I'm sorry for your loss & congrat's On your new one!!

Truthfully if you want him to live you should keep him inside, There is not only cars to worry about but other animals,being poisoned,cruel people etc.. I dont think cats belong outside. My last cat died at 20 was healthy up to 19.(never steped a foot outside.
Cat's can live to 25 outside cat's are usally lucky to like 7 Your one is extra lucky to live to 12.
If you do let him out i hope you Neuter him & get him all of his shot's.