I want to adopt a cat who does not go after the mouse as I hate the sight of parts of dead animals all over my house . Although I know most cats wont leave a small animal alone and that there are ways to curb the natural instinct, are there some breeds that tend to behave otherwise? Thanks. Prabha.
2007-11-29 03:01:45 · 9 answers · asked by prabha n 2 in Pets ➔ Cats
It seems to me that persians don't have the mousing instinct that many other breeds have. They are bred for beauty, not their mousing ability. One thing to consider however is that they have extensive grooming needs.
2007-11-29 03:24:30 · answer #1 · answered by dolly 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You say "the mouse," which makes me think you have a pet mouse. If this is the case, get a kitten so you can teach it to leave the mouse alone. My cats have been around hamsters, a guinea pig, degues, pigeons, ducks, rabbits, and a chicken. They've seen so many animals they are completely non-plussed when something new comes in (like the hamster I got a couple of months ago - who even got out of her cage and survived the night untouched!).
But, your statement that you hate the sight of "parts of dead animals all over" does sound like you are talking about "wild" mice. In this case, you'll probably have to take your chances. Though the cats have been around lots of species as pets, one of them did kill a mouse that go into our apartment. Persians and Himalayans did enter my mind as possible cats that would be less likely to hunt; but their image as regal things of beauty may be concealing their "dark side."
2007-11-29 04:35:43 · answer #2 · answered by melissa k 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My best advice is to adopt and old, lazy fat cat or a scardy cat. I get mice a regular basis on my doorstep from my cats that go outside (they started out as strays, so I've never been able to make them inside cats). I know it hard when you trip over a dead animal (I got a small snake once, boy did that freak me out! Started screaming like an idiot for about 2 seconds, then I realized it was dead. I'm not normally scared of snakes, as long as I know when to expect them), but just remember that they are doing that to show that they care for you, it's how the cat gives you a present.
Seperately, it's not good to have mice in your house in general.
2007-11-29 03:12:58 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
So you have a mouse in your home, but you are content to live with it??? And dint' want a cat to kill it?
Most cats will have an overriding instinct to kill a rodent. It's just inate and there's no getting it out of them. Looks like you're stuck w/ the mouse, b/c a cat and mouse cannot co-exist.
2007-11-29 03:05:40 · answer #4 · answered by Sugar Pie 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There is no such thing as a cat that is less likely to hunt mice or anything else for that matter. Cats will do as they please, their breed does not necessarily determine their characteristics like with dogs. It's to each their own with cats. Their hunting instincts and their need to have the thrill of a hunt depends primarily on who you are reflecting on your cat and the way you bring it up.
2007-11-29 03:08:13 · answer #5 · answered by Monoxide 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Your best bet might be to go to a shelter or rescue and discuss your wishes with them. They might know of some cats who are, or are not specifically known to be good hunters and advise you accordingly.
Cats learn hunting skills from their mothers so a kitten who was never taught proper skills will usually grow up to be a pretty lousy hunter.
2007-11-29 03:06:03 · answer #6 · answered by danl747 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well as long as you don't have live mice all over your house, it won't matter!
I don't think it's a breed thing. I know some cats don't chase mice, but I don't know how you could find out ahead of time.
2007-11-29 03:05:50 · answer #7 · answered by thalesgirl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
your going against the predator v.s. prey instinct with this one so there are no quarantees..at all..but if it is any comfort socialization can be a powerful thing. i have three cats and a miniature rabbit. and yes they all get along because they grew up together. i think the cats are more scared of the rabbit.
2007-11-29 03:07:07 · answer #8 · answered by princessandie1984 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A cat is a preditor. That's just how it is. That's like asking for a fish that doesn't like water or a bird that doesn't like heights.
2007-11-29 03:07:29 · answer #9 · answered by Kel 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋