Trap, Test, Vaccinate, Neuter/Spay and Return.

The humane, proven, and successful method

of feral cat population control.

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Feral Cats     What are Feral cats? Feral cats are the 'wild' offspring of domestic cats and are primarily the result of pet owners' abandonment or failure to spay and neuter their animals, allowing them to breed uncontrolled. Feral cat 'colonies' can be found behind shopping areas or businesses, in alleys, parks, abandoned buildings, and rural areas. They are elusive and do not trust humans. These cats are not adoptable as companion animals. If kittens are not socialized with humans by the time they are 2-3 months old, it is unlikely that they can become companion animals.

NEEDED: Barns! The Dearborn County Animal Shelter and PAWS frequently have situations where feral cats need a home. DCAS has the cats tested for FIV and FELV and vaccinated, and PAWS has the animals spayed/neutered. These cats will be content to live in a barn. Potential adopters agree to provide shelter, and feed and water the cats as they would any other pet. To find out more about feral cats, visit these sites: Alley Cat Allies (National) O'Bryonville Animal Rescue (Cincinnati) Feral Cat Coalition (San Diego) Feral Cat Caretakers Coalition (California)