Research

In order to solve a dilemma, we have to fully understand the problem. When you hear your neighbor complain about the ‘stray cat’ leaving footprints on their car, their complaint just doesn’t seem to make the same impact as the complaints of an entire conservancy, animal rights campaign, or even a medical association. Yet, who even knew there was a problem? Much of these complaints go unnoticed and receive very little, if any, publicity.

Sometimes we have to dig a little deeper to see the true dynamics of a situation. We have included this compilation of research links that will offer a better understanding of the ‘silent battle’ that is taking place across the country regarding feral cats. If you have documented, reliable information that you can contribute to our cause, please send us an email. Also, please report broken links. Thank you!

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Rabies Prevention and Management of Cats in the Context of Trap–Neuter–Vaccinate–Release Programmes by A. D. Roebling, D. Johnson, J. D. Blanton, M. Levin, D. Slate, G. Fenwick, and C. E. Rupprecht (2013)

Critical Assessment of Claims Regarding Management of Feral Cats by Trap–Neuter–Return by Travis Longcore, Catherine Rich, & Lauren M. Sullivan (2009)

Analysis of the impact of trap-neuter-return programs on populations of feral cats by Patrick Foley, PhD; Janet E. Foley, DVM, PhD; Julie K. Levy, DVM, PhD, DACVIM; Terry Paik, DVM (2005)

Professional, ethical, and legal dilemmas of trap-neuter-release by Paul L. Barrows, DVM, PhD, DACVPM (2004)

Animal Welfare Forum: Management of Abandoned and Feral Cats (JAVMA, Vol 225, No. 9, November 1, 2004)

The welfare of feral cats and wildlife by David A. Jessup, DVM, MPVM, DACZM (2004)

Trap/Neuter/Release Methods Ineffective in Controlling Domestic Cat “Colonies” on Public Lands by Daniel Castillo by Alice L. Clarke (2003)

The impact of free-ranging domestic cats on wildlife of the United States by Scott R. Loss, Tom Will, & Peter P. Marra (2013)