If you want to become a part of the solution, we will try to help you to the best of our abilities, but you must do your part as well. We will not trap them and bring them to the woods somewhere or to another feeding location. You can turn your back and say it is not your problem, or you can become a part of the ever-growing contingent of caring individuals nationwide, trying to make life better for feral cats. There is no one person or group that can handle and fix the problem out there. They are behind supermarkets, restaurants, gas stations and in practically everyone’s yard. On Long Island, feral cats are a part of our suburban sprawl. What to do if the cat or kitten(s) is FERAL or you have a litter of kittens in your yard: **We do advise that if your finances allow it that you ascertain the cat is spayed or neutered and have the cat seen by your veterinarian for appropriate vaccines. Spread the word, too, by asking relatives and friends to let people know you have a lovely cat for adoption. Advertisements on Petfinder and in local newspapers are also helpful. In addition, you can make up adoption flyers for this cat and place them in supermarkets, pet food stores, groomers and veterinarian offices. You should list the cat on the waiting lists of all No Kill Shelters identified previously. If no one claims the cat, you should begin the process of trying to find it a home if you do not want to keep it. Also be sure to go to all surrounding shelters as well as cats have been know to wander. You can also post a listing with a photo on Facebook and as well as Craig’s List. They will post your found cat free of charge in hopes of finding its family. Check the website Lost and Found Pets of Long Island. Check the LOST cat postings at the shelters as well. Go to the closest municipal shelters and put up pictures of your found cat.
You can place “Found Cat” signs around the neighborhood, and at local veterinarians and groomers advertise the cat in the Pennysavers and local newspapers. Most are completely reliant on humans as a food source and are not yet able to cope with life on the streets.īefore you try to place an unowned stray cat, you should confirm that the cat is indeed a stray and not someone’s pet. In contrast, feral cats are notably quiet and keep their distance. Stray cats will also often try to make a home near humans-in garages, front porches or backyards. They will frequently rub against legs and exhibit behaviors such as purring and meowing. Stray cats are usually tame and comfortable around people. Question: Is the cat a stray or feral cat?Ī feral cat is primarily wild-raised or has adapted to feral life, while a stray cat is often someones pet that has become lost or has been abandoned.
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