Feral Cats
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Taming a Feral CatFeral cats can almost always be tamed. The key is patience. Here are a few tips on taming a feral cat.
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Homeless Cats and Stray Pets Need Help to Survive Winter's ColdHomeless cats are found in every city across the country as well as in rural areas. Regardless of why a pet is living outside, they need help to survive winter's cold and snow. The stray pet you help may be a child's lost cat or dog.
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Behavior of a Feral CatUnderstanding the life of a feral cat.
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How to Tame a Feral CatContrary to popular belief, feral cats (AKA strays) can be tamed by following these three (3) steps.
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Feral Cats: Trap and Release is Not Environmentally ViableTrapping and releasing feral cats is a method that does help reduce the breeding population, but allows many cats to go free when shelter placement or euthanization is a better choice. -
Fun Volunteer Opportunities in Portland, OregonHow to have fun volunteering in Portland! Help animals and make a difference in the community, see how.
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Are Feral Cats a Problem in Northwestern Pennsylvania?Feral cats run wild in my places, northwestern Pennsylvania not excluded. But are feral cats a problem in northwestern PA? -
The Outdoor Cat Debate - Issues and AnswersFor years, scientists, cat lovers and animal rights organizations have debated whether domesticated cats should be allowed outside. What are the concerns that sustain these arguments, and what strategies hold the most promise for a long-term solution? -
Stray and Feral Cats Are Taking Over the Neighborhoods-Why Doesn't Somebody Do Something?Cats can be cuddly and cute. But, when they are stray and feral cats that spread diseases and leave fecal matter and the scent of cat urine all around your home and property, then it is time to get a cat ordinance and get them under control. -
Rescuing and Taming a Feral CatA feral cat can be rescued and tamed if you have lots of patience and time. These forgotten cats live on the streets of every city, trying to survive the best they can. We created the feral cat problem, but it's the cats who suffer. -
What is the Difference Between a Feral Cat and a Stray CatFeral cats and stray cats live in a world where most people turn a blind eye to them. These are forgotten cats, shooed away from back yards, when all they want and need is some help from a caring person.
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Reasons for Trapping Stray or Feral CatsHumane trapping is necessary to capture cats that cannot otherwise be caught safely. Here are valid reasons why people concerned about cats will give their time to humanely trap them.
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HB 210 'Feral Cat' Bill Dies in Utah SenateThe "feral cat" bill is replaced in the Senate by a new, more humane alternative.
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Utah "Feral Cat" Bill Torn Apart in Committe, Passes the HouseA proposed bill allowing the killing of feral cats is completely torn apart in a hearing on February 9th, but passes the house
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Shadow: a Voice for Feral CatsHe was a handsome feral kitten who grew into a breathtakingly exotic cat. His experiences mirror those of many ferals, who remain on their own or rely on rescuers for help. -
5 Best Feral Cat Rescue GroupsThis top five feral cat rescue list is not in any particular order of importance. All are equally important to the feral cats in the areas they center on. -
How to Tame Stray or Feral CatsIt is possible to tame stray and feral cats. Here are tips on taming even the most wild cat. -
How to Safely Socialize a Feral CatThe cat might look hungry, even pathetic. You can count on the fact that it's scared. To get it inside, you need to know how to safely socialize a feral cat. -
Unfair Practice of Kill Shelters Spares Feral Cats, Kills Other CatsKill shelters releasing spayed & neutered cats back into the community is unfair to other cats in custody and threatens wildlife.
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New Yorkers: Are Cat Screams Giving You Bad Dreams?During these frigid days in NYC remember there are struggling cats out there that need warm shelters, and there are great local organizations to help -
Feral Cats - It's Not How You Might ThinkSome people just want to get rid of feral cats. Well it is not that easy. This article may help you realize it might be better, especially in the long run to just put out a can of food now and then. -
October 16: National Feral Cat Awareness DayOctober 16th is National Feral Cat Awareness Day. What can you do to help? -
How to Care for Outdoor Cats During the WinterWinter presents some challenges for those who are caretakers to outdoor cats. Preparations should include considerations of shelter, food and water and ensuring all three are accessible -- especially when temperatures drop below freezing.
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Maintaining Feral Cat Health in WinterFeeding feral cats turns the felines into strays that come to rely on some human interaction and care for aspects of daily survival. In winter feral cat health is most endangered, and animal lovers must meet some basic needs to help the cats stay alive. -
How to Tame a Feral Cat or KittenTips and encouragement for those who would like to tame feral kittens and cats. -
New Jersey to Propose Legislation to Label Feral Cats as "Exotic"New Jersey is proposing legislation to reclassify feral/stray cats as wildlife and therefore could be hunted down and killed.
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Feral Cat Coalition Makes a Massive Impact in San DiegoTrapping, spaying/neutering and releasing the feral cats back into their living areas allows the current generation of cats to live within their colonies as they were before, medically treated, healthily, without the ability to continue breeding. -
Trap/Neuter/Return - Humanely Controlling Feral Cat ColoniesA guide to implementing the trap/neuter/return program to a feral cat colony near you. -
How to Deal with Feral CatsA feral cat is a cat who was either born outside, or lived it's life outside with little or no human contact. Feral cats are usually very fearful of humans. If left to reproduce, they can have two to three litters a year.
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A Feral Cat Community in Our BackyardThe rural area in which my daughter and I live provides great habitat for all types of wildlife, including a multitude of feral cats that come in wondrous colors and coats. This is a snapshot of the feral cats that call our backyard home. -
Feral Cats: Part of the Environment or Pest?Why local government needs to act on this serious problem. Efforts of private citizens just aren't enough to remedy the situation.
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How Feeding Feral Cats Affects Natural EcosystemsSupporting feral cats by feeding them is seriously upsetting the natural balance in many ecosystems. Feral cats endanger the lives of natural existing animals by out-competing them for native food sources. -
Helping Stray and Feral Cats in BaltimoreWhen it comes to stray and feral cats, many people want to help but don't know where to go. Here is a free workshop in Baltimore to help. -
Animal Charity Profile: Alley Cat AlliesWhat Alley Cat Allies is all about, how they impact the lives of feral cats and how they rate on Charity Navigator.
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How to Tame a Feral CatTaming a wild cat can take weeks and a lot of dedication.
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Dealing with Feral Cats and Feral Cat ColoniesFeral cats may look cute, but when you begin to develop a feral cat colony and the population explodes, they begin to be a problem. I described how my family reduced the number of feral cats we had. -
How to Tell If a Stray Cat is FeralTaking in a stray cat is always a noble endeavor, but how do you know if you're taking on more than you can handle?
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How to Trap Feral CatsA guide to catching wild felines for trap/neuter/release. -
Taming a Feral CatTechnically, a feral cat is one that was born in the wild and spends its life in the wild. Cats that have been domesticated before ending up homeless are called stray cats. Stray cats have a better chance to become domesticated than feral cats do. -
Tips for Befriending a Stray CatApproaching a stray cat or kitten may seem like an impossible task to accomplish. By following these simple tips, you can earn the trust of a stray and develop a long lasting relationship.
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