The Humane Society of the United States has the following information posted on their website “Feral cats deserve caretaking just as much as the kitties who live with us; they are often victims of abandonment, accidental loss, and failure by owners to fix their pets.
Here’s how to help ferals in your community. It's easy to confuse a feral cat with a stray cat (Hint: feral cats are the offspring of lost or abandoned pet cats or other feral cats who are not fixed). They don't easily adapt, or may never adapt, to living as pets in close contact with people, but they still need our help. Many don't survive; if they do, their lives aren't easy without human caretakers. “
For me, Austin is the greatest city in Texas and I’m proud to be a resident. While researching the Austin Humane Society’s website prior to my radio show interview with Lisa Starr, Public Relations Manager, I came across their Critics Choice Award for their feral cat and foster care programs. Click here to hear the radio show.
In 2007, Austin Humane Society established a Feral Cat Trap-Neuter-Return Program. In just four years, their clinic has sterilized and vaccinated more than 15,000 feral cats for FREE. Two years ago, the feline euthanasia rate decreased by more than 40% thanks to the leadership of Leticia Stivers, Feral Cat Program Supervisor.
To continue supporting this vital program, I’ve created a 4 part video series showcasing current caretakers and the feral cats residing in Austin. Feral cats are residents of our communities and truly require caretakers.
Click on the following links to watch caring individuals and feral cats within our Austin communities:
Feral Cats and Trappers – Part 1
Austin Humane Society – Part 2
Returning the feral cats – Part 3
Feeding feral cats – Part 4
The initial step in becoming a feral cat caretaker is attending one of the monthly orientation sessions held at the Austin Humane Society.
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