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FSogol

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2. Are there any catch-spay-release vets around? Unfixed cats will reproduce and spread diesase.

Reply to lastlib (Original post)

Thu Jun 4, 2026, 12:54 PM

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If the population gets too big, they will fight and kill kittens.

In our area, there were lots of ferals in 2008. A local vet began the TNR (trap-neuter-release) program it took 15 years, but there are no more ferals. They fix the animal, give them rabies / other vaccines, and let them go. The vet usually notches an ear.

Some vets are secretive about their participation in the program. Try asking vet workers if they have heard of it.

All that aside, daily meals of any cat food will help ferals stay healthy.

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For the past several months, I've been seeing a (semi-)feral cat around.... [View all] lastlib Yesterday OP

Call a rescue and ask for their help and advice to trap it or leave food and water out daily. nt in2herbs Yesterday #1

Are there any catch-spay-release vets around? Unfixed cats will reproduce and spread diesase. FSogol Yesterday #2

There were lots of ferals in our area when we moved here back in the early 1980s, but after time, and the economy SWBTATTReg Yesterday #3

This! buzzycrumbhunger Yesterday #5

I would check with your elderly neighbor first, and ask if he/she has any ideas about what to do. red dog 1 Yesterday #4

The most recommended action by cat lovers is "TNR" (Trap, Neuter, and Release) Towlie Yesterday #6

If I could domesticate one or two of the kittens, I would happily do so. lastlib Yesterday #7

I first, second and third recommend all suggestions in your thread for TNR Niagara Yesterday #8