article thumbnail

Ingrid Taylar: Bridging the Divide Between Cat and Bird Lovers

10,000 Birds

Years ago, I became a wildlife volunteer and advocate because of a cat who caught a bird. It was Los Angeles, after all, where mileage has no bearing on time, but where time was precious for my little rescue on this crystal morning. Back then, I didn’t know enough about birds, but I knew a lot about cats. I was mortified.

Cats 206
article thumbnail

Bird News Roundup: Birds of a feather … well, you know the rest

10,000 Birds

If a blustery, snowy afternoon isn’t custom-made for catching up on bird news, then I don’t know what is. Better to get current on what’s happening with the rest of the bird world. To that end: More caterpillars = less reason to stray? International Bird Rescue has more on how to help.). Sorry, couldn’t resist.).

Nepal 157
article thumbnail

A Non-Lethal Solution for Both Wildlife and Feral Cats

10,000 Birds

And Peter, who loves wildlife, has saved hundreds – if not thousands – of birds and small animals from being killed by two more feral cats. Instead of rounding them up, providing minimal veterinary care, and dumping them back on the streets, why not actually rescue them?