We have had quite a number of cats over the years in order to keep the vermin down, on our many properties we have lived in over the years. Whilst animals of any sort should never be deliberately mistreated they are not humans and should be treated as the species they are. When we had cats they either had a cat house outside or a cat flap so they could enter the garage. If we were away we would ask a neighbour to ensure the animal's food and water bowls were topped up.
We have no need of cats anymore we have them visiting our garden on a daily basis and killing off the vermin.
Only 50% of middle age adult manage more than 1 brisk 10 min walk a month.
