If left unchecked yes, but if it’s someone’s pet then it won’t be unchecked. I still believe that all pet cats should be neutered (until we have the stray population down anyway) but if they have been neutered then you shouldn’t force them to live their lives indoors (again if you’re in the natural ranges for the wildcats they descended from). Cats have extremely large territorial ranges so unless you live in a mansion your cat will not have enough space if they are stuck indoors 24/7.

[–] BestBouclettes@lemmy.world 3 points 1 year ago

Neutered or not they will still kill for fun, that's what cats do. And they have lots of fun. Indoor cats have a longer lifespan and are generally healthier than outdoor cats. Also, with the proper stimulation and environment, they're happier indoors. You don't need a mansion, you need high shelves, scratching posts, hiding places, etc. The amount of space is less important than the quality.