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National Feral Cat Day Didn’t Go As Planned

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Residents point to what the cats are leaving behind as a big component of their frustration – as it draws flies, causes foul odor, kills plants and grass and frequently gets trampled on. “I don’t even own a pet, and yet I’m dealing with the pet problem.” ” And she’s not alone. .

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Scarlett The Cat: From Homeless To A Hero

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Before the life-changing moment, Scarlett lived in an old Brooklyn garage in New York, taking care of five kittens not older than four weeks. Although, it was not the only sad payoff followed after: one of the kittens was completely prostrated and veterinaries could not save him.

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Cats Indoors Compromise!

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Lorraine started with one tiny kitten when she moved into her home. The kitten Venus is an F4 Bengal meaning she’s four generations (F4) removed from the Asian Leopard Cat which is a small wild cat from Asia. Asian Leopards are about house cat sized and can breed with house cats giving a bit more wild animal to your domestic pet.

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From Today's New York Times

Animal Ethics

To the Editor: “ Should Most Pet Owners Be Required to Neuter Their Animals? ,” by Verlyn Klinkenborg (Editorial Observer, July 30), is right: “The rate at which dogs are purchased and euthanized in this country is not a sign of our affection for them. Breeders kill shelter animals’ chances to find good homes.

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Cats Love To Play, But Lucky For You, The Best Toys Are Free!

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When you first bring home your new kitten or cat, you go to the pet store for the first time and can’t believe what you are seeing. Cute, cozy pet beds and even clothes for your new feline friend. They love to hide, especially kittens, so make sure that they have places to snuggle into. Sucked In By Cat Commercialism.

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That Awkward Moment With Feral Cats and Family

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She captured the cats, the “mom” kitty and her kittens were all taken from their neighborhood where they were not wanted, all were fixed and then…all were released in her yard. “Why can’t the kittens be adopted,” I asked in her comments section. “They don’t want to be inside. .