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fatguyfromqueens t1_j9jj6k1 wrote
Well since cats are carnivores, is it cruel to have a cat chase a laser pen mousey when they can never actually catch the mouse?
nationalgeographic t1_j9l7p17 wrote
Love this question! For our domesticated kitties, it's really stimulating for them to be able to follow that drive they have for chasing (and animals have been known to chase for fun in the wild as well). It's a great way to give a cat what it needs without having it go outdoors and chase/eat wild birds.
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