My friend has a young male Bengal approximately a year old he is pretty big was neutered just after I got him for her as a rehome in January, after they lost their lovely little female in October last year. After being a house cat until January, he loves the space and freedom of his rural home, he is sociable and very friendly, plays with the household Labrador and the dog across the road (who used to go mad at cats) He is pretty fearless and discovered the delights of rabbit hunting this spring, clearly enjoying his accomplishment and bringing home 'snacks' for the lab!
However, my friend had a neighbour two fields away knock on her door and request that she keep her cat in as it was chasing the neighbour's chickens. My friend was completely taken aback - but was able to say that she didn't think she could do that. She is now very nervous about him going back and doing some damage - ie killing one or more. He is probably just playing but my friend doesn't want to find out...... On reflection she realises she should have said they could take any action they wanted bar, hurting the cat, but didn't think at the time. Any suggestions - as to how Zig can be persuaded not to play/chase/eat chickens - gratefully received. Sueatherdesk
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