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Spray Away Elite by HavahartThis new product operates in a manner similar to other motionactivatedsprinklers, but is hose-free. Because it contains its own 3.5gallon reservoir, it does not need to be connected to another watersource and has great mobility in terms of placement. Anotherinnovative feature is its lifetime battery which is recharged by solarpanels located on top of the unit. Its motion-detecting range is listed at35 feet and coverage area is 1000 square feet. It is more expensivethan models which require hose connections, so you might want tolimit its use to situations where a hose is unavailable or impractical.Go to www.havahart.com.• Ultrasonic devicesAn ultrasonic device, like a motion-activated sprinkler, emits an infra-red field.When a cat steps into the field, the device gives off a high frequency sound annoying tocats, but not perceptible by people. The key to their effectiveness is making sure thedevice or devices have the capacity to cover the size of the area you’re trying to guard.Otherwise, they won’t work. In our experience, ultrasonic devices have received mixedreviews. There are experienced feral cat groups which swear by them and use them increative ways, such as mounting one on a garage, pointing down at a parking space tokeep cats from jumping onto cars or placing two devices at opposite ends of a propertyline, facing one another, in order to keep cats from crossing the line. Other people,however, have reported the devices have no effect on the cats.Part of the problem when the device doesn’t have the desired effect may be that catsare smart. Because the device is motion-activated, it will turn off if the cat enters theterritory and then stays still or hides behind a large object. As a result, it may take sometrial and error and strategizing about placement of the device before the desired effect ofkeeping the cats away is achieved. If you’re thinking of trying one, it might be wise tobuy one or two first and test them out before making a larger investment. The deviceswork in all types of weather, though if you’re using batteries, you may need to replacethem more often in colder seasons. Models include:CatStop by ContechThis is the most popular brand. One device covers 280 square feetand operates on either a 9 volt battery or, for purchase at an additionalcost, an AC adaptor. Go to www.contech-inc.com or call 1-800-767-8658. A search for other online retailers of the product on Amazon(www.amazon.com) may turn up a lower price.Yard Gard Ultrasonic Animal Repeller by Bird-XThe Yard Gard has an advertised range of 4,000 square feet, quite abit larger than the CatStop. It can be set to be either motion-activatedor produce sound continuously. We recommend using the motionactivatedsetting so the least amount of audio disturbance is created inthe environment, which may contain other animals you don’t want to24
epel. It operates on four “C” batteries or an AC adaptor. Go towww.bird-x.com or call 1-800-662-5021. You may find lower pricesfor the product at other online outlets by searching Amazon(www.amazon.com).• Scent repellentsReports on the effectiveness of scent repellants are mixed, sometimes working quitewell and at other times, not at all. Scent repellants should be sprayed or placed aroundthe edges of the yard, the tops of fences and on any favorite digging areas or plants.Sprays will need to be replenished frequently and especially after rain. Chemically basedrepellents often contain the active ingredient methylnonylketone. Manufacturers claimthis ingredient is safe, but also warn the chemical is poisonous and should not be appliedto food crops. Because of the possible risks, we recommend using chemically-basedscent repellants only if they will be used in a closed container. Otherwise, werecommend naturally-based products, including the following:Coleus CaninaThis plant, a weed originating in Europe, is known as the "Scaredy-Cat" or "Pee-off" plant because it emits an odor offensive to cats (butnot to humans). They should be planted three feet apart around the areato be protected. To obtain them, you may need to order cuttings orseeds from a nursery or dealer. The order should be placed during thewinter or early in the spring planting season before dealers run out ofstock. WARNING: There are many varieties of Coleus plants, so besure to buy the correct type – Coleus Canina. One online merchantspecializing in Coleus plants is Rosy Dawn Gardens(www.rosydawngardens.com).Critter Ridder Animal Repellent by HavahartThis all natural product can be purchased in either granular or sprayform. It is advertised as compliant for use in organic gardening, safefor children and pets and effective for thirty days with one application.Go to www.havahart.com.Household itemsAnecdotal reports indicate some degree of success from sprinkling ordripping in gardens or flower beds one or more of the following items:orange, grapefruit or lemon rinds (cats dislike citrus smells), coffeegrounds, pipe tobacco, lavender oil, lemon grass oil, peppermint oil,eucalyptus oil, and mustard oil.25
Page 1 and 2: TNR HandbookThe Guide to Trap-Neute
Page 3 and 4: Table of ContentsForeword by Susan
Page 5 and 6: Chapter Ten: The Neighborhood Cats
Page 7 and 8: ForewordOne of the first ferals I e
Page 9: Introduction“If we keep ‘em in
Page 12 and 13: 2. What is Trap-Neuter-Return?Trap-
Page 14 and 15: c) Fewer nuisance complaints. As me
Page 17 and 18: and as their hunger grows, they wil
Page 19 and 20: 3. The TNR Process - An OverviewEve
Page 21 and 22: After you’ve determined how many
Page 23 and 24: for this purpose. Once you can talk
Page 25 and 26: like the board of a homeowners asso
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Page 29: act to discourage cats from enterin
Page 33 and 34: • Free-standing fencesPurrfect Fe
Page 35 and 36: • Type of feeding stationThe perf
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Page 39 and 40: will be drawn to this easily reache
Page 41 and 42: a search for “heated water bowl
Page 43 and 44: interior warm enough to prevent or
Page 45 and 46: food works best for your budget, th
Page 47 and 48: steroids, tranquilizers, anesthetic
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Page 52 and 53: • Feralvilla Outdoor Cat ShelterD
Page 54 and 55: • Styrofoam boxesRestaurants and
Page 56 and 57: Another option is the Snuggle Safe
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Page 66 and 67: 11 inches in height. In our opinion
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intrusions you and others make into
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doing so. Don’t check too frequen
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Winter trappingSome trappers in nor
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around and inflict a severe bite or
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The bottle-and-string method is use
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you let her go right away, there is
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If you might have to care for unwea
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Unless a caretaker objects on relig
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Caddie” by Tomahawk (see Figure 9
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effective, some experienced trapper
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feet long, and lean it up against a
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sodium hypochlorite on the label of
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PreparationsAs with any trapping, i
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4. Anchor the trap. Place a heavy o
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transfer cage, so the far end needs
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11. Caring for Cats in TrapsWhile t
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Feeding and cleaningThe traps shoul
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7. Secure the rear doorAfter you’
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Figure 12-1 shows the Setup fullyas
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unlikely the cat would be able to o
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• Special instructionsAny special
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The FVRCP vaccine, also known as th
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difficult without the ability to te
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windpipe and cut off her breathing.
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“snap” test, it produces a resu
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In our experience, the primary caus
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Before releasing a spayed female, r
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has been created and one set of cat
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and water bowls - see the Feral Cat
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enforcement agency will tell you if
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long will show signs of being socia
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feral at all yet and may tame immed
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When they’re verycomfortable with
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socialize enough, which is very lik
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When the cat no longer uses the cag
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alternatives, like scratching posts
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• Where to lookIn order to attrac
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In case you’re unable to return t
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18. Feral Cat ResourcesBooks Implem
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Petco Foundation (4Rs Project Suppo
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ToolkitsAction Kit: Advocating for
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Appendix BHOW TO BUILDTHE NEIGHBORH
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5. Place piece E two inches back fr
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Trap LogProject/Colony: ___________
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In memory ofBobby Kergis1952 - 2011
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