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A club dedicated to helping stray cats will soon celebrate National Feral Cat Day Oct. 16th.

Killing cats won't solve the feral cat problem. Instead, practice Trap-Neuter-Return.

You Can help rescue group in many ways besides adopting a pet, check out the sites and see what you can do to make a difference

There are many ways to help even if you cannot adopt an animal

Animal Rescue Groups save thousand of animals a year, but they cannot co it without your help

Animal rescues save lives. If you are an animal lover, please consider helping.

Do you love cats and kittens? Would you like to help someone who has devoted their retirement years to building a shelter himself and helping adopt well over a thousand cats and kittens? Then please read this article.

For anyone who's ever seen a stray cat lurking around and wondered how to help, here's a step-by-step guide to performing a rescue operation. Although often sickly and wild, they can sometimes be rehabilitated to a higher quality of life with humans.

For a feral cat population that has gotten out of control, the kindest way to remove these animals is with a safe and humane small animal trap. Learn how to trap a feral cat, and what to do with it once it has been caught.

This wonderful organization helps control the feral cat population of Knoxville in a clever, humane way which not only prevents thousands of unwanted cats from being born, but allows those already born to live out the rest of their lives wild and free!

Alley Cat Allies (ACA) is establishing a base camp near Bogalusa, LA to assist in direct rescue activities and restore services for free-roaming cats and their caregivers throughout the hurricane-devastated areas of Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas.

Many organizations across the nation are using this method to help control the feral cat population -- without using the needle.

There are an estimated twenty to forty million stray cats living in the United States. If you are a cat lover or a person with a feral cat problem in your life, TNR could be the solution you've been looking for.

The Canon Group has announced a $1 million contribution to the American Red Cross in support of relief efforts for victims of the devastation caused by the recent hurricane which struck the Gulf Coast Aug. 29th.

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Feral cats are a bunch of untame cats who run around in groups. An outside pet cat for the most part has a wild side and should be considered feral since they contribute to the decline of bird populations and the spread of disease.

First, make sure the cat really is part of a feral cat colony. Then, follow these steps.

Feral cats are a problem and the T-N-R solution can save taxpayers money!

Another thing animal "rescue" groups won't tell you is that some cats who seem completely feral can become pets.

Feral cats can live in large colonies. They are wild animals and do not make good pets. But they need your help.

Feral cats were once tame and lived with human families. Many of them were never sterilized. Thus, once becoming abandoned, lost, or a runaway, they naturally bred into colonies. Cat lovers want to help them. Callous people want to destroy them.

Plagued with a colony of feral cats? Learn the mission behind the TNR program and why this program may work for you.

Every neighborhood has at least one kind hearted person who takes joy in feeding stray cats. Learn how to deal with well meaning neighbors while keeping a feral cat population under control.

A new program In Iowa gives homeless cats a new lease on life.

Trapping feral kittens is quite a challenge. The reward is saving lives and possibly having a new furry companion for yourself!

It isn't difficult to socialize feral kittens, but it does require a lot of patience. This article will tell you the best steps to take to insure the experience goes as smoothly as possible.

Sterilizing your feline friend early can add years to her life, possibly reduce future vet bills, and spare you a clash of wills later on.

If you have the heart to rescue a stray cat or kitten there are several things you should learn first. Here are several tips that will help you take care of strays to make sure they are healthy.

Adopting a pet form an animal slelter or rescue group is a great experience. Ceck out the other ways you can help if you cannot adopt.

Before you just turn away the next time you see a stray, thinking the same as their previous owner did - they'll find a loving home and not be euthanized at the pound - consider taking the pet in long enough to get them to a no-kill animal shelter.

Shelter pets have allthe shots and are vet checked.

Polydactyl anomoly is an inherited trait which causes extra toes in cats. The trait's rich history makes polydactyl cats beloved today.

Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa promised to save LA's animals. He promised to recruit a new General Manager to make the animal shelters NoKill. His new General Manager Ed Boks failed to reduce the euthanasia rate in his first year.

Adopting out kittens is easy right? You just stick them in a box, dump it at a store front, and make sure that you wrote "free" on there somewhere. Wrong! Finding good homes can take a bit more effort.

Spaying and neutering your cat can help save millions of lives, as well as help prevent your female cat from getting uterine, ovarian and breast cancer.

Cats are brilliant and troublesome creatures. Losing your beloved furball can be a heart-wrenching experience, but never give up hope on your cat.

Many people think of rabbits solely as outdoor pets. However, rabbits make great indoor pets! Read this article for pros and cons of each arrangement.

According to Reuters, the bill that will force California pet owners to spay and neuter their pets has passed through the Assembly and now goes on to the Senate. Still the bill brings controversy.

A Bradford, Pennsylvania woman is facing assault charges. She's been spearheading an effort to protect the feral cats in her neighborhood.

Are there some stray cats in your neighborhood which you would like to adopt into you family? They may be more than a stray cat. They may in fact be a feral cat.

Have some homeless cats in your neighborhood? Learn how to tell the difference between a stray and a feral cat.

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For those of us feeding feral cats to keep them from starving, it's time to make preparations for the colder weather ahead. You'll need to consider shelter, food and water, vet services, and whether you're willing to adopt.

Why feeding feral cats is not only bad for you and your neighbors, but also bad for the cats.

Offering a home to a stray cat means helping a survivor who has had some problems in life.

Consumer-tips article on tending to stray cats

Taming feral kittens is challenging, but very rewarding!

Tips on flea population control.

Your cat seems to love just being with you. She doesn't seem to even need other cats. In fact, she gets irritated, even aggressive, when another feline roams too close to her home. And yet, it doesn't quite make sense.

With too many animals in shelters, we are urged to have our pets spayed/neutered. But shouldn't this service be made free of charge?

The story of a formerly feral cat

In the wild, feral cats are constantly foraging for their next six legged snack...

I wrote this article for the book UNCONDITIONAL LOVE: Stories of Pets and the Humans Who Love Them.

Whether no-kill shelters help or hurt the pet overpopulation problem really is a more complicated question than one would realize

With the hustle and bustle of the holidays, it's easy to forget about the pets. Use these tips to keep your dogs and cats safe and happy.

If you are getting a cat, or are having trouble with your cats eating habits choosing the right food can be confusing. Learn about cats natural diet so you can make the right choice for your feline friend.

Into The Wild is just the first book in a long series of books by Erin Hunter, known as The Warrior series, and introduces us to the wild feral world of cats that belong to clan.

A stray cat that we take in and care for is one less animal that will die in the streets or from euthanasia. This article explains how to prepare for cats whose physical conditions are unknown.

Fostering a pet with the hopes of finding it a forever home can be incredibly rewarding experience. This article offers several tips for successfully fostering cats.

Please don't purchase a dog from a pet store or breeder. There are too many potential companions who need your help (and are far less expensive!). Save an animal, you'll feel great if you do.

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty To Animals (ASPCA)'s Cares team were honored recently for their work with feral felines.

What do feral and domesticated animals have in common this month? What do house companions and four legged (although sometimes tripod as well) family members and wild life animals have in common this month? October is National Animal Safety and Protection Month.

Female cats should be spayed and male cats should be neutered unless you have a show cat. There is so many unwanted cats and kittens that there is simply no reason to not do this with most cats!

Having your male cat neutered at an early age is key to preventing some common behavioral and medical problems. Neutering can head off issues like spraying, high medical bills, and unwanted kittens as well as helping your tom live a longer, happier life.

Cats are taking over the internet. Learn how you to can blog like a cat!

Even seemingly healthy cats can carry a nasty, incurable, and highly contagious virus known as Feline Leukemia. Is your cat protected?

Description of one of the latest trends in the pet loving community, My Pet Stop, a resort and hospital in one, for primarily dogs and cats, but all animals are welcome. Brief description of what they offer.

It seems like having pets in the classroom would enrich the learning experience of children. However, there are many problems with pets in classroom. While it depends on the pet and the individual teacher, classroom pets are generally a bad idea.

People don't usually adopt stray cats. It's often the other way around. At your local animal shelter you are sure to find a kitty that's waiting to adopt someone just like you.

There are a number of vaccines available to your pet to help prevent the most common and serious of pet illnesses. These are a good idea whether your cat stays in the house or roams free about your yard or community.

Cats are independent creatures and very easy to care for, but your job as a responsible cat owner is still an important one. Here are important health and safety tips for your cats.

I have been a rescuer of cats for many years. It always breaks my heart to see a cat living on their own outside, always searching for food, shelter, water, and yes, even love.

Nothing good will ever come of introducing a cat to water, particularly if you do it tail first.

The generosity of Marshalltown residents saves the day

Engraved tags and microchips are great aids in finding a lost pet. However if the pet is not found they are of little value.

In trying to decide whether or not to adopt a kitten, one generally contemplates two issues which can and do arise with having a pet kitten: litter training and scratching.

Unless you are interested in showing animals in competitive competition, a pet adopted from your local animal shelter may fit into your family even better than one with papers documenting a fancy pedigree.

Antonio Villaraigosa promised to make Lo Angeles NoKill but he has failed. In the last 12 months, fewer animals left the shelter alive, twice as many are dying from illness and injury in the shelter. What is the Mayor going to do about it?

Hawaii Exotic Animal Laws are in place to protect the agriculture, aquaculture and horticulture of the State of Hawaii. These laws require quarantines, prohibited species and permitted species of feral and other non-domestic animals or exotic animals.

We can help the people who operate shelters and rescues.

Good dental health will help your cat or dog live longer and be healthier. If you think that your pet may have a dental problem due to odor or their behavior, please speak with their vet.

An interview with Nina Malkin, journalist, novelist, and cat mom

Although kittens are exceptionally cute, and although they quickly grow into cats that are very independent and generally easy to care for, there are a number of issues to consider before adopting a kitten.

Since the beginning of civilized society, man has struggled with the issue of pet overpopulation.

When thinking about adopting a new pet such as a cat or dog, there are several things to consider before doing so. Considering all the obligations and requirements before making a commitment is an important first step.

Do you have an older kitten at your house? Does he or she bite, scratch, or attack you on a regular basis? Then, read this instructive article and learn some cures for this type of behavior today!

Making a well thought out, informed decision on what kind of pet you will adopt can ensure pet and person happyness.

Petco's Greyhound Planet Campaign is on track for retired racers with fund raising benefiting various organizations.

Animal lovers everywhere cringe whenever they hear of cruelty to an animal, or about animals that are abandoned and sent to shelters where they will be euthanized. Have you ever wondered what you could do to help an animal in need?

As long as there are irresponsible people, there will be problems with unwanted pets. Like it or not, somebody has to deal with those animals, and the reality of dealing with them is seldom good for anybody involved. At ACAWL they've found a better way.

A few helpful tips for taking care of a new addition to your home in the form of an adapted cat, suggested by someone with three cats that are straight from the streets.

Big Cat Rescue is a non-profit sanctuary in Tampa, Florida for abused, abandoned and retired-from-the-entertainment business wild felines.

Cat adventures.

I bought a purebred hairless Sphynx cat as a companion for my other two, furry cats. Now I have a crazy household, but don't regret it for a minute.

Having worked with Shelters and Rescue organizations I've found a lot of problems in the adoption screening.

An unfortunate fact of life in America is that we're free to adopt pets, but many of us shouldn't. If an abused or unwanted pet ends up in an animal shelter, its fate is uncertain. But at Best Friends, healthy pets have good care for life.

Although I am not a cat, I have to say Fancy Feast Savory Salmon canned cat food is a fabulous product. My cats will devour a can in a matter of mere seconds, so I think it is safe to speak for them and say that this is a great product.

A letter to the pets that will be appreciated by anyone who lives with cats or dogs.