In this chapter, we discuss these different sites and also the varied parties to the conflict, primarily humans, cats , and birds. Public opinion is opposed to official policies that enable killing rather than facilitate lifesaving efforts. In recent decades, there has been extensive research and public debate on the role of lethal and non-lethal methods of free-roaming cat management (1, 2). While we continue our work to support robust programs that minimize shelter intake and maximize positive outcomes for cats , millions of cats in shelters and rescues remain at risk across the country. The ongoing debate surrounding “the feral cat problem” underscores this conclusion. · on , judge katherine bacal will rule on a legal battle between the pet assistance foundation (paf) and the san diego humane society (sdhs) over its controversial community cat program (ccp). Traditional trap-and-kill policies do not work; · — as feral cat populations surge across south florida, communities clash over feeding practices and solutions. Animal advocates stress the need for unity and spaying/neutering programs to curb. The “ cat wars” are fought on diverse and scattered battlegrounds, from specific neighborhoods to the national stage. · support and encourage the humane elimination of free-ranging domestic cat populations, including feral or so-called “ community cat ” colonies, through adoption into indoor-only homes, placement in long-term holding facilities (such as cat sanctuaries), or humane euthanasia of unadoptable cats.

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