Well, I'm no expert, but since no one has answered, I'll take a stab at it. I suppose it depends on the species. Tree frogs, the little guys that sing in the trees, are accustomed to being out of the water, and, as far as I know (correct me if I'm wrong), they only use water to spawn. I've heard them in my rose bushes and even in my hanging baskets! One of them hitch-hiked on the hood of my car to work with me one morning -- I didn't notice him until I was halfway there, because he was tucked down by the windshield wiper. He made it okay, and I dropped him off in a wooded area near a stream that cuts through the industrial park.

I don't have any bullfrogs or anything like that, but I do have some toads in the yard that are hanging around the pond. In fact, I have seen dozens of baby toads hopping all over the yard -- probably all over the neighborhood by now! I hope your little froggie will be okay.

My green frogs come out at night to catch bugs. Can't tell you how long they can stay out of the water, but I've also caught them under some shrubs to cool off. I'm pretty sure they're under there for a while. When I get too close or startle them, they hop into the pond. Sounds like your little friend is just fine. Just so you know, toads and frogs can emit a poison when they feel threatened. So I would try to discourage kitty from playing with them! You might find this link fun. Happy Froggin'.

Here is a link that might be useful: All About Frogs

I put a frog in my pond the other day but it got out right away and I haven't seen it since . How can I keep a frog in the pond ?