Thanks and that's a great story about Ghibli. I guess they do retain feral instincts.
There is also some science to back up this, thanks to long work of Russian scientists, it is amazing how genes affect behaviour and how genes are affected too, it is complicated process, but there really is such thing as genetic memory which can change surprisingly quickly too.
The 3 feral cats who left after a few days were very appreciative and they definitely understand that I was helping them. They still come by and I feed them in the backyard
Thank you. I have 3 girls named Irene (appropriate), Ginger and Samantha. Each is adjusting in her own way but all are happy with me , which makes me happyOriginally Posted by Feralvr
AWW thanks for helping those feral cats survive Irene.Feral cats are no different than our house pet cats in that they ALL have varying personalities and levels of tolerance. Some feral cats can be tamed and become loving pets within a few weeks time or even less. Some take much longer but will eventually bond deeply with you and only you. And, some will never appreciate being touched or getting too close to you but can live very happily in the comforts of an indoor only home. Gosh, I know of some tame-born kitties that hate being touched. You just never know until you begin the socialization process with these cats. Much luck with that!!! You might have three very lovely house cats
We have a TNR program for the feral cats. I'll arrange for that. My 3 indoor girls have been checked by my vet and I will have them neutered within a few weeks. Yes, I really do love them. If I had a lot of money, I would buy property to house animals for the rest of their lives. It breaks my heart to see the ferals, of which there are many, survive the harsh winters and hot summers. Not too many people care about them and that's a disgrace.Originally Posted by Feralvr
AWWWWW Irene (of course,), Ginger and Samantha!!!!! Those are three lucky girls to have "washed" into your basement for cover from the storm. You sound like you really love those cats. Hard not too, right. And for the three that choose outside, they are also lucky to have found a caretaker such as yourself. Although, now you probably will have to get them all sterilized!!!!!!!! That is another whole process. We love picturesif you can get them of the girls
This is awesome, thank you for taking on the responsibility!! You are right, not many care... that's why it's so great when these kitties find someone that does!!
Oh you don't have to use foul language with the neighborsOriginally Posted by felinemama
Thanks to everyone for your support
TNR is a great program.
It's very, very sad that we live in a world where not many care about the ferals. In fact, I have a lot of neighbors who complain about myself and 2 others who feed them. I can't repeat what I tell them
Hi. No , I never use foul language. I just get very upset and angry because some neighbors have no heart. The poor ferals go thru all sorts of weather and the least we can do is help feed them. Unfortunately, it often falls upon deaf ears.Originally Posted by Feralvr
Oh you don't have to use foul language with the neighbors. This is what I say to them: If I didn't TNR all of these feral cats then our neighborhood will be filled with kittens this last Spring and then more and more cats after them. I think I should be getting a big thank you!! In fact, I have a great idea for you to show your thanks to me for curbing the feral cat population in our neighborhood - You can donate to the cause and help me with the costs of trapping and sterilizing all of these cats (all the while I am thinkingand some other things I can't say either). They usually just walk away quickly when you start talking about how much this all costs to keep our yards free of more and more feral cats.
One neighbor, in particular, is very difficult. I will follow your advice and explain about TNR. I doubt it will give her any compassion, but it may just make her think more about these beautiful catsOriginally Posted by Feralvr
I know you didn't mean you use foul language. But as you, inside I feel angry too. Have the same issue with one of my neighbors. They have finally given up harassing me for what I do. I think now that I explained the whole process to them and asked for donations, they just ignore me now. Just as well
That is my hope. Some of the neighbors don't approve but say nothing. This particular one goes out of her way to complain.Originally Posted by Feralvr
I really think it will help, even if you get the old..... they might not understand why we do what we do, but they will hear you and might think about it later and come to some understanding of the whole process of TNR.
