News about cats

There's a no-kill cat shelter a few blocks from where I live -- Tree House Animal Foundation. Last month, a fire in the building next door to it caused some damage to the shelter and required the evacuation of the its roughly 300 cats. Fortunately, the cats were able to move back after just a few days. But the Tree House incurred costs related to the evacuation and still faces repairs to the building. Even more than usual, it is in need of the community's financial support. Donations can be made via the website.

In other news, Wisconsin will consider a proposal this Monday that would allow the hunting of wild/feral cats in that state. Now, I understand that sometimes cats can be too good at what they do, which is to keep rodent populations down. Too many cats can, in certain ecosystems, put a strain on indigenous small mammal and bird populations. But I do not accept that the hunting of cats is a good solution. Instead, the state can implement a Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) program. If the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources needs expertise on such a program, they might want to consult with Alley Cat Allies.