Do indoor cats and dogs feel like they are in prison?

Do indoor cats and dogs feel like they are in prison?
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I hope not. Vanta has gone from being an indoor-outdoor cat to an indoor cat. I know she misses her trees and squirrels, but there is nothing for it at this point.
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