Is Roomba Safe Around Cats?

Roomba is a robotic vacuum made by the iRobot company. The Roomba glides along the floor or carpet without human intervention, picking up debris as it covers all of the room in a random pattern.

  1. Cat Safety

    • According to the iRobot company website, the Roomba is safe for pets, including cats. Some features that can protect cats include the Roomba's anti-tangle technology, sensors in the bumper that allow the robotic vacuum to sense objects and pets, and an automatic shut-off.

    Feline Reactions

    • The reactions of cats to the Roomba have been varied. Some respond with curiosity, others with fear.

    Roomba-Loving Cats

    • A prominent YouTube video features a cat who enjoys riding on his owner's Roomba. Other videos show kittens playing on and around the robotic vacuum safely.

    Roomba-Fearing Cats

    • Many other cats react to the Roomba with fear, often because of the sound and motion. These cats should not be forced to interact with the Roomba, since excess stress is not good for cats' health.

    Roomba Safety

    • Of more concern is potential damage to the Roomba by overly curious cats. Cats have been known to chew on the Roomba brushes when the vacuum is turned off or attack it while it's on. Such cats should be discouraged from engaging in this behavior.