Raccoons and cats, the species pumas preyed on most often other than deer, were indeed more common near houses. ... But this diet shift could lead to conflicts with humans, particularly when pumas kill cats and other domestic animals.

What animals kill house cats?

Are cougars dangerous to cats?

Cougars pose only a small risk to pets, but those risks can be minimized with some common sense and preventative measures: Keep cats indoors and always supervise small pets when outside, especially from dusk to dawn.