keep cats<\/a> from hunting bats. After all, it’s a natural instinct for them. However, there are some things that you can do to help protect bat populations from being impacted by cat hunting.<\/p>\nEncourage your Cat to Hunt Other Prey Animals<\/h3>\n
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One way to help protect bat populations is to encourage your cat to hunt other prey animals. This can be done by feeding them a diet that is high in protein and providing them with toys that mimic the hunting process.<\/p>\n
You can also take them to an area where there are plenty of other prey animals, such as a nature reserve or park. This will give them the opportunity to hunt without impacting bat populations.<\/p>\n
Provide Them with a Safe Place to Hunt<\/h3>\n
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Another way to help protect bat populations is to provide your cat with a safe place to hunt. This can be done by setting up a enclosed space, such as a catio or screened-in porch.<\/p>\n
This will allow them to satisfy their hunting instincts without being able to actually catch and kill any bats.<\/p>\n
Limit Their Time Outside<\/h3>\n
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Finally, you can also help protect bat populations by limiting the amount of time your cat spends outside. If they are only out for a few hours at a time, they will be less likely to have the opportunity to hunt and kill bats.<\/p>\n
You can also keep them indoors at night, when bats are most active.<\/p>\n
The Bottom Line<\/h2>\n
Cats are curious creatures that enjoy the challenge of catching such agile prey. While it’s not always easy to catch a bat, it can be a great source of exercise and excitement for cats.<\/p>\n
So if your cat does happen to catch a bat, don’t be too concerned. Just make sure to take the necessary precautions to protect them from any diseases the bat may be carrying.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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