[ThirdOfFive]

Originally Posted by fdpaq0580

And if they are feral do they still trap, neuter, basic shots before releasing them? Feral cats and dogs, in my humble opinion, because they can be so destructive to wildlife, should be treated like an invasive species. I hate to sound cold, but one feral cat equals God only knows how many dead birds, squirrels, rabbits, lizards, baby alligators, etc.

How times change! Back in the day we took care of feral cats with a .22. Unless this is totally funded by donations, today those cats get exams, neutering, and shots at Joe Taxpayer's expense, at least in part, so they go on living their lives in the wild and doing what wild kitties naturally do.

Trap 'em. If they're domestic (i.e. chipped, or with an ID collar) then try to find the owner. But if not, it doesn't make much sense to me to spend money just to release them back into nature.

Seems like misplaced priorities to me.

[Rose Ann Vinci Igoe]

Originally Posted by village dreamer

i have seen 3 wild cats in my neighborhood, i hope no one is feeding them. and 3 cats can turn into 12 cats very fast.

they may not be wild/feral kitties. They could very well be lost. I have for years taken in feral kitties and had them for 20 yrs made loveable furbabies. They need to be humanly trapped and checked for microchips or to rescue. Some let their fur babies roam but I'm sure it is not allowed. a lot of variables so go easy on them. Contact Lost pets of the villages, villages cat group, etc

[fdpaq0580]

Originally Posted by kathyspear

Too late.

k.

I love all animals, not only domestic pets. Can you tell me what, if anything, will they do if the cats are feral? Still waiting for an answer.
So sorry if my concern for our native wildlife offends.

[Yjacket74]

Originally Posted by fdpaq0580

And if they are feral do they still trap, neuter, basic shots before releasing them? Feral cats and dogs, in my humble opinion, because they can be so destructive to wildlife, should be treated like an invasive species. I hate to sound cold, but one feral cat equals God only knows how many dead birds, squirrels, rabbits, lizards, baby alligators, etc.

That's NATURE! Survival of the fittest!

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

Originally Posted by fdpaq0580

And if they are feral do they still trap, neuter, basic shots before releasing them? Feral cats and dogs, in my humble opinion, because they can be so destructive to wildlife, should be treated like an invasive species. I hate to sound cold, but one feral cat equals God only knows how many dead birds, squirrels, rabbits, lizards, baby alligators, etc.

That is the cycle of life. Yes TNR means trap, neuter, release. It prevents those cats from reproducing and increasing feral colonies. EVENTUALLY - they die out, and are not replaced since they were all neutered.

That's when you end up with a lot more birds, squirrels, rabbits, lizards, and alligators terrorizing your neighborhood. And so someone introduces another couple of unneutered cats to the block and the cycle starts all over again.

Thankfully there are ALSO hawks and other birds of prey that are happy to pluck up some of those squirrels and rabbits (and yes, in some cases, cats).

[Gettingoutofdodge]

There were 3 big, very well kept, beautiful cats lounging by the pond on Shady Look Run by the Lofts. I was walking my dog and they just sat there watching us, no response. I doubt they are feral.
I believe they were someone’s cats but can’t imagine letting these three beauties roam outside.

[GypsyRN]

Originally Posted by LucyP

You mean feral cats which can me capture and fixed return into streets. Where do you live ? Their people that will come to set traps.

What??? Go take your meds, or have another cup of coffee before you post!

[fdpaq0580]

Originally Posted by Yjacket74

That's NATURE! Survival of the fittest!

Pets, bred by humans then released or escaped into the wild are not my idea of "NATURE. The manmade abundance of feral cats, dogs, snakes, etc can have a devastating effect on the wildlife and ecosystem.

[fdpaq0580]

Originally Posted by OrangeBlossomBaby

That is the cycle of life. Yes TNR means trap, neuter, release. It prevents those cats from reproducing and increasing feral colonies. EVENTUALLY - they die out, and are not replaced since they were all neutered.

That's when you end up with a lot more birds, squirrels, rabbits, lizards, and alligators terrorizing your neighborhood.

Thanks for the explanation of TNR. Sensible and humane (if viable) is good.
Had a laugh at the thought of "rabbits, lizards, and alligators TERRORIZING your neighborhood.

[rmd2]

Originally Posted by fdpaq0580

Thanks for the explanation of TNR. Sensible and humane (if viable) is good.
Had a laugh at the thought of "rabbits, lizards, and alligators TERRORIZING your neighborhood.

Yes, and don't forget the terrorist birds and squirrels.

[Carlsondm]

Originally Posted by fdpaq0580

And if they are feral do they still trap, neuter, basic shots before releasing them? Feral cats and dogs, in my humble opinion, because they can be so destructive to wildlife, should be treated like an invasive species. I hate to sound cold, but one feral cat equals God only knows how many dead birds, squirrels, rabbits, lizards, baby alligators, etc.

If they are feral, they kill to eat. Perhaps you spotted a bobcat or lost cat. Is it bothering you and yours? If not, nature around here may take care of it. Heck, they probably help nip out the Florida rats for you. We fostered and then adopted two young feral cats. We hope folks return our adoptees if they ever sneak out. Ours hide pretty good too. Not a problem here.

[Dantes]

They are feral cats used to keep the rat population down

[Topspinmo]

Originally Posted by Yjacket74

That's NATURE! Survival of the fittest!

Trap them turn them loose in Everglades see how long the last with evasive pets that was released.

[Topspinmo]

Originally Posted by Dantes

They are feral cats used to keep the rat population down

And songbird population down.

[Topspinmo]

Originally Posted by OrangeBlossomBaby

That is the cycle of life. Yes TNR means trap, neuter, release. It prevents those cats from reproducing and increasing feral colonies. EVENTUALLY - they die out, and are not replaced since they were all neutered.

That's when you end up with a lot more birds, squirrels, rabbits, lizards, and alligators terrorizing your neighborhood. And so someone introduces another couple of unneutered cats to the block and the cycle starts all over again.

Thankfully there are ALSO hawks and other birds of prey that are happy to pluck up some of those squirrels and rabbits (and yes, in some cases, cats).

Birds terrorizing neighborhood. Best laugh of the day.