Feral Cat Population Control
The Problem
Sonoma County has thousands of feral (undomesticated) cats that are on the streets. These cats are scared, hungry and often require medical attention. They also are reproducing at an enormous rate.
The Solution
The best and most humane solution is to trap, vaccinate, spay/neuter and release these cats so that they may carry out their lives without adding to the population problem. Unfortunately adult feral cats are usually not adoptable because of their wild instincts. However kittens of feral cats can be domesticated if trapped/caught at an early age.
How You Can Help
If you see a colony of feral cats, DO NOT BEGIN FEEDING THEM. If you set out food before putting together a trapping plan, you are going to increase the population and cause an even worse problem. The best thing you can do is trap them and get them fixed. Once they are spayed or neutered, think about whether you can care for a colony of feral cats. It’s a long-term commitment that requires daily food, water, care and medical attention.
Trapping Services
The Sonoma Humane Society does not trap feral cats. If you plan on trapping a cat for spay/neuter surgery, please visit www.forgottenfelines.com to learn more.