Responsible Pet Owner Emily and her cat Fred

We're really excited to share Fred's journey of becoming a fully indoor cat - thanks to his responsible owner Emily (ka pai)! We hope that this video will inspire cat owners throughout Aotearoa who are looking to improve their cat's wellbeing and in turn the wellbeing of our taonga.
Video credit to Logan Samuelson on behalf of Nga Kaimanaaki o Te Waimapihi/ Polhill Protectors
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[@lesliedolphin5674]

Its great to see someone else who keeps their cats in and has a happy relationship with them. We live in Wellington too and have kept cats inside for close to twenty years .. this after losing one to a dog attack, and having other cats badly hurt outside. We take ours outside with us on long leads, have a catio built onto the house and lots of toys inside for them. Our cats don't harm the plentiful birdlife we have on our big bush covered section and don't bother the neighbors .. a win win.

[@SarahBennettTravelWriter]

As someone who lives on the edge of Waimapihi Reserve and is surrounded by birdlife every day, I'm incredibly grateful to Emily and all responsible cat owners. Although an ardent, lifelong cat lover, I have made the difficult decision not to get another cat. Since my wee guy passed away (of old age), I've actually found I get more joy from the birds, particularly the kererū who now frequents my kowhai tree every morning.

[@CatFenceNZ]

Lovely video. Well done Emily and Fred!

[@iansmith593]

Nice one. We are trying the same with our cat.

[@imwatchinvids]

best of luck!

[@Fredthecat693]

My cat is named Fred and he's 11

[@timefortinybirdandfriends6565]

There should be more responsible cat owners, globally. Cats are outdoor killing machines of innocent birds and wildlife.

[@geo.m1639]

Ban cats from New Zealand