Hunting Rodents & Predator Risks

Katie Virtue
Apr 2
1 min read

Cats may be skilled hunters, but outdoors, they’re both predator and prey. Even a quick roam can expose them to serious risks.

Rodents poisoned with rodenticides can fatally harm cats that catch or eat them
Predators like coyotes, foxes, owls, and dogs can attack
Fights with other cats can lead to injuries and disease

Outdoor freedom comes with hidden costs, making supervision or enclosed spaces a much better option.

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