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Should New Zealand Eliminate Cats To Save Birds?

January 29, 2013

(LIFE WITH PETS) Economist and environmentalist Gareth Morgan recently ignited a controversy after an interview where he said that all cats should be gradually removed from New Zealand. Because New Zealand has one of the highest cat ownership rates in the world, he advises that all of the country’s residents not only neuter their cats, but also turn over strays to local authorities for euthanization in order to protect native bird species. Many of Morgan’s propositions are quite extreme, including his suggestion that people should catch stray cats with cage-traps and that the government should offer “free disposal of cats.” But while Morgan is not alone in his beliefs, we would like to know what you think. Is Morgan’s stance too extreme? Make your voice heard in the comments below. — Global Animal

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NYC Stray Cats Given Place To Call Home

January 15, 2013

(ANIMAL ACTIVISM) NEW YORK CITY — Moss-covered coolers and recycled aluminum can enclosures are New York City’s newest architectural feats. On January 10, Big Apple architects proudly displayed their designs and constructions.Three years ago, architect Leslie Farrell established Architects for Animals, a movement to bring attention to the high population of feral cats in the metropolis. Mayor’s Alliance for NYC’s Animals’ spokesman Steve Gruber estimates that the number of feral cats in the capital is in the hundreds of thousands or even millions. According to the NYTimes, Farrell’s goals are ”bringing attention to the plight of feral cats and recruiting architects to create shelters that are warm, portable, safe, easy to clean and affordable.” Continue reading to learn about the many recent innovations created for homeless felines. — Global Animal 

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Cash For Cats Campaign Gets Underway

July 28, 2012

(CATS) In an effort to curb cat overpopulation, the new “Cash for Cats” campaign gives cash to residents in qualifying Los Angeles area zip codes who bring their cat in to be spayed or neutered. Found Animals Foundation will pay pet guardians $5 for each cat brought in for the procedure in order to promote feline spay/neuter while also being the first ever program in Los Angeles County to reward participants in this progressive approach. Read on for more details on this innovative program. — Global Animal

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Typhus Fear Is Killing Cats

June 20, 2012

(ANIMAL NEWS) Officials in Santa Ana are responding to a typhus case from April in an unfortunate way. Typhus is carried by fleas and can infect all mammals, including cats, dogs, and humans.  In hopes of preventing the disease from spreading, the city is trapping feral cats and euthanizing them. Alley Cat Allies wrote a press release that targets their faulty plan and stressed its inhumanity. Santa Ana is disregarding other practical solutions that will prevent typhus, including flea control for pets and education for community members regarding feral cats. Read more to learn about Santa Ana’s questionable strategy and Alley Cat Allies’ suggestions for tackling this problem. — Global Animal.

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San Nicolas Island Free Of Feral Cats

February 28, 2012

(ANIMAL NEWS) CALIFORNIA — San Nicolas island has accomplished a great achievement as the largest island in the world to remove feral cats without using poison. The island’s invasive species diminished native animal populations like Brandt’s cormorants and Western gulls. The cats also killed the federally threatened island night lizard, and were making it hard for the island fox, a protected species unique to the Channel Islands, to get enough food. After spending more than $3 million and catching the felines over the span of 18 months, San Nicolas island is finally cat free. Read on to find out how this amazing feat was accomplished humanely. — Global Animal

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Cat Joins English Premiere League (VIDEO)

February 9, 2012

(ANIMAL NEWS) ENGLAND — This weekend in English Premiere League Soccer, the Spurs faced Liverpool at home at Anfield in what was making out to be a dismally boring match. It was so boring, in fact, even the animals tried to liven things up. This homeless tabby, who was already a bit of a Liverpool mascot, got in some goal time of his own, skipping around the pitch and delighting the crowd. Luckily, he didn’t take any penalty kicks. Read more about the Anfield Cat and watch the video of his goal keeping skills. — Global Animal

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Mobile Veterinary Clinic Offers Free Services

September 2, 2011

(VETERINARY SERVICES) ILLINOIS — In an effort to combat the pet overpopulation problem, PAWS Chicago started the GusMobile. This veterinary clinic on wheels offers low-cost and free spay/neuter services and vaccinations for pets to people who cannot afford them. Thanks to services like those offered by the GusMobile, the number of feral cats and dogs has steadily decreased over the years. — Global Animal

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Police Seize 697 Cats From Florida Couple

August 22, 2011

(HOARDING/CATS) FLORIDA — Almost 700 cats were seized from Penny and Steve Lefkowitz, who had been hoarding the poor animals at their shelter. The cats were extremely malnourished and 100 of them had to be put down due to extreme health concerns. The couple is charged with 47 counts of animal cruelty, though they claim they were only trying to help stray cats. Read on for more on this extreme case of animal hoarding. — Global Animal

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