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City of Albuquerque Being Sued for Trap-Neuter-Release Program

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From the American Bird Conservancy : The mayor of Albuquerque and the director of the city’s animal welfare department have been named in a lawsuit alleging that the officials have committed animal cruelty by allowing certain illegal and improper animal management practices to occur related to abandonment of stray cats. They do great work!

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Feral Cats in American Cities

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The problem of free-roaming cats — and their predation on birds and other wildlife — is hotly contested in communities across the country, and it triggered a lively exchange in the hearing room. And she has a North American bird book that has so far taught her how to recognize a sparrow. … “I understand the objection,” she said.

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That Awkward Moment With Feral Cats and Family

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I have mixed feelings about TNR. We do what we can by giving them food, shelter, and getting them their shots and fixed to prevent more feral litters.” ” Then my sister weighed in who is as passionate for cats as I am for birds, “Nature is nature. If one bird is gone, there’s always another.