Tips
Winter Care
Proper colony management includes providing a safe and warm shelter for cats during the colder winter months. Animal Friends offers DIY winter shelter kits for $5. The kit includes a…
Read MoreTrapping Tips and Tricks
Never ever trap a cat without first having a plan! Most veterinary clinics require an appointment for spay/neuter surgery or exams, even for community cats. It’s not difficult to establish…
Read MoreMitigating Nuisance Behaviors
It is important for the well-being of the community cats for you to listen to neighbors and resolve complaints. Here are some helpful tips for managing common nuisances: Cats are spraying,…
Read MoreIneffective Methods of Controlling Cat Populations
The term community cat includes feral cats (outdoor cats not socialized to humans), stray cats (social with humans but have been lost or abandoned) and owned cats with access to…
Read MoreCommunity Cat Colony Care
It is no longer enough to just set out food for community cats, a community cat colony caregiver must also actively practice Trap Neuter Vaccinate Return (TNVR) as well as…
Read MoreWhat Do Rabbits Eat
A first-time rabbit adopter may have questions concerning how best to care for your new family member. One of those questions may be what diet to feed a rabbit. First…
Read MoreHow to Transition Your Pet to a New Diet
By Liz Moser, Community Resource Coordinator While it is usually recommended that you maintain a consistent feeding regimen for your pets, you may find yourself needing to switch to a…
Read MoreThe Power of Body Language
By Veronica Rigatti, VSA-CDT, Canine Behavior Specialist At one time or another, we have all wished that our animals could speak to us. But our pets do use another form…
Read MoreAutumn Enrichment Treats
By Suzanne Denk, Animal Enrichment Specialist The arrival of fall brings cooler weather, comfort foods and (of course!) the desire to cuddle with our pets. Comfort foods aren’t just for…
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