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Maybe don't let them outside then? Outdoor cats are absolutely horrid for native ecosystems. The amount of destruction they can cause is insane.
I love cats, grew up with them, but this is a big reason I don't want to get one for myself as an adult. Also I'd feel bad keeping my cat indoors all the time.
You can keep them safe and happy inside though. Also, you can train them to walk on a leash -- it isn't easy, but perfectly doable. My cat enjoys her brief supervised forays into the back yard or basking on the balcony in the sun.