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Cat Wars: The Devastating Consequences of a Cuddly Killer

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pets) that roam out-of-doors; At least 500 milllion birds are killed by cats each year (but the number is probably higher, maybe twice that or more); Cat feces, via which a dangerous parasite is distributed, amount to 1.2 Infected rats, for example, no longer shun cat urine but find it an aphrodiasic.

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Feral Cats in American Cities

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Nonprofit pet protection groups would manage the program and be responsible for ensuring that cat caretakers take the required steps. For example, Minneapolis has a bike borrowing program (an idea originally tried in Amsterdam many years ago) that actually works. Those who violate the ordinance can be fined $200.