We have a "working" cat, and she is a very important part of our household. She lives outside, but she comes in for visits. We have two small inside dogs, and it took some getting used to but they all get along now. She is a great cat. I built her a small house that is on an elevated firewood rack. We have a heating pad in there for cold nights. She is one good hunter! We woke up to a half eaten wood rat on the front mat this morning. She gets treats for wood rats.