Originally Posted by Freebase Dali

I don't know how cats personally feel about the indoor landscape. Honestly, I don't think it really matters to them. They're animals. They live life. They're simply in it to win it. I don't think there's some cat gene that creates a preference to lush fields of trees and grass, otherwise they wouldn't be so content indoors.
By and large, I think they are genetically and psychologically not only capable, but defined by their tendency to thrive and be happy in any environment, just so long as their basic needs are met.

And I think that's why they are so prolific.