Part 1: Cats Falling Out of WindowsFeline High-Rise Syndrome (FHRS) is the term used in medical cases of cats falling from balconies orwindows of high-rise buildings in urban areas. The cause of the fall in most cases happens when play, whenthe animal jumps from the window or over the balcony, when chasing a bird or insect, or it slips whilewalking on the edge of the balcony, railing or window.12This begs the essential question: ?