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ABANDONED CATS
The urban cat colonies programme is frequently faced with the problem of
domestic cats which have been abandoned. These cats are in a state of shock or
stress and cannot survive without rapid attention.
These cats are usually abandoned for one of the following reasons:
The cat was bought on a whim, without the purchaser thinking through the
consequences or accepting the responsibility of looking after the animal for life.
Not knowing that a domestic cat should be neutered to avoid natural behaviour
which can sometimes disturb people.
Not knowing the basic needs of cats. A cat need needs protected or covered
areas where it can shelter when it wants peace and quiet; it needs to be able to
climb; it needs a cat scratcher, plentiful fresh water and a clean food bowl and
litter tray. Cats can suffer stress and behave erratically if these requirements are
not met.
There are also frequent reports of kittens being put in rubbish containers or bags,
again owing to the lack of awareness of the importance of sterilisation or the lack
of sensitivity and respect towards animals.
In such situations cats may need veterinary treatment. If they are not weaned, they
will need to be bottle-fed.
FOSTER HOME PROGRAMME
Until cats can be offered for adoption, the solidarity of members of the public who
offer temporary foster homes is of enormous value. Such homes can offer care to
the following:
Unweaned kittens which need regular bottle-feeding. Taking care of such a
small animal requires dedication and time.
Kittens which can feed themselves but need some treatment. It should be taken
into account that kittens at this stage are usually very active.
Convalescing or elderly cats which need medication, treatment or special
understanding because of their advanced age.
It is very rewarding to be able to offer care to animals which have been abandoned
or which cannot otherwise look after themselves.
Carers can tell us their preferences, availability and time limitations so that they
can help in those cases which they are best placed to deal with.
Photo courtesy of Adrian Sediles.
The foster period and socialisation stage in the home is very
important in the case of kittens.
The cats learn that people protect them and an
animal/person relationship is established which makes
subsequent adoption much easier.
Cats in these circumstances are usually exceptionally affectionate
with their adopting owner who will enjoy having a faithful
companion animal in the home.
Photo courtesy of Adrian Sediles.
For further information and details of how to participate in the
programme, please send an e-mail to:
Increasing animal protection follows a growing public
awareness and is included in European, national, regional
and municipal regulations.
ZARAGOZA CITY COUNCIL
ANIMAL PROTECTION OFFICE
Edificio ambiental del Ebro
Plaza Europa 1-3, 50003 Zaragoza
Tel: 976 723 991. E-mail: [email protected]