"Trap-neuter-release" programs for feral cats may do more harm than good, experts say
2 years, 2 months ago

"Trap-neuter-release" programs for feral cats may do more harm than good, experts say

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Ever since cats were first domesticated by human beings, human society has been permeated by feral cats — namely, domesticated cats that do not have owners and avoid human contact. In other words, the practice of catch-and-release fails to "remove an invasive predator from the landscape so they are still able to predate and harass native species and spread diseases and disease vectors for which they were not vaccinated for," explained Stephen M. Vantassel, owner of Wildlife Control Consultant, LLC and author of "The Practical Guide to the Control of Feral Cats." "It doesn't matter whether a cat enjoys human company or not—all cats are domesticated and incapable of surviving on their own for long." "They suffer fights, disease, injuries, and earlier death," Vantassel added, noting that while he does not align with People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals on all issues, he agrees with them on their opposition to feral cats. "Leaving cats outdoors also spells suffering and death for billions of birds and other vulnerable species," Newkirk pointed out.

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