FERAL CAT POPULATION CONTROL IN A NUTSHELL
Trap-neuter-return (TNR) is recommended only for colonies of feral cats who can be returned to supervised sites where long-term care can be assured. Stray, domestic cats need to be re-socialized and placed in homes. Spaying and neutering colonies of cats:
-stabilizes the population at manageable levels
-eliminates "annoying" behaviors associated with mating (fighting, yowling, and "spraying toms");
-helps make the animals easier to deal with over the long term (re: trapping for future veterinary treatment)
-is more effective and less costly than repeated attempts at eradication
-is humane to the animals and fosters compassion in the community.
WHAT C.A.T.S.S. DOES
CATSS, Inc. works with to manage and reduce homeless cat populations. A partial list of our activities:
• identify feral cat colonies that need attention
• cooperate with property owners on whose land feral cats live
• work with local veterinarians to arrange quality care and treatment
• house trapped cats before and after surgery
• test trapped cats for FIV and feline leukemia
• work with volunteers who care for feral cat colonies
• socialize kittens to ensure successful future adoptions
• find good homes for adoptable cats
• increase awareness in the community about the benefits of TNR
• raise funds to implement TNR and educational programs
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