Trap-Neuter-Release program for cats begins in Broadus

 

February 14, 2019



By Lynne Pedersen

The Broadus Veterinary Clinic has started instituting a trap-neuter-release program for feral cats within the city limits of Broadus. The cats will be evaluated for fitness, spayed or neutered, rabies vaccinated, dewormed, treated for illness if appropriate, and identified either by ear-notching and/or microchipping. Any cats that are deemed too sick to be returned to outdoor life will be humanely euthanized, but only as a last resort.

Why are we doing this? A feral cat population is a vital part of a community. They are essential in limiting the population of rodents and vermin that cause damage to homes and property, and transmit deadly diseases to humans, such as hantavirus, and plague. Unfortunately, improperly managed cat populations rapidly grow out of control, and result in illness, malnutrition, and early death. Trap and kill programs have been notoriously unsuccessful, and do not paint communities in a favorable light.

All free-roaming cats will be treated equally, so if you have a pet cat out roaming the streets, please have them identifiable with a collar/tags or microchipped. Otherwise, they may come home with an ear-notch!

These efforts are being subsidized solely through private donations. Anyone wanting to help in our endeavors can donate online at avmf.org/care. You must select the Broadus Veterinary Clinic in order for the funds to stay locally, otherwise your money will be distributed nationwide. Any money you donate is tax-deductible! You can also contact the ladies at the clinic. They will be happy to help, and can take donations. Also, keep your eye out for our raffles and booths at local events. Please help the cause!!

 

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