isleseeya Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 So I find out that a cat decides to have her babies in my backyard , under the steps of my deck ( there is a small opening where they can fit and are protected from elements under my steps ) Problem is I have a nice pond in my backyard with 6 beautiful large koi which I have had for amlost 4 years ...have to believe cats pose a serious threat to my fish ..plus I am allergic ( very allergic ) to cats as well as fact I have 4 children who play back there and really do not want overprotective mommy cat going after them to protect her kittens I am an animal lover ...so how do I humanely get ride of these cats and this problem asap ?? Help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spain Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 Call Michael Vick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aqualung Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 Call Animal Control. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh 0ne Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 You're in New Jersey, right? http://www.njspca.org/ But be warned, if they don't find homes for adoption, the cats will be euthanized. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isleseeya Posted May 22, 2007 Author Share Posted May 22, 2007 Call Animal Control. Guess that makes most sense ...figured there would be something I could put out( and no not a dog ) that cats don't like and they would leave on their own Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicky Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 You should be able to borrow a humane trap from your local animal control office. It may be tricky getting mom and all her kittens in there at the same time, though. You can trap mom and put the kittens in a box or something in order to transport them to the shelter. Just don't keep them separated for too long, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isleseeya Posted May 22, 2007 Author Share Posted May 22, 2007 You're in New Jersey, right? http://www.njspca.org/ But be warned, if they don't find homes for adoption, the cats will be euthanized. I am in Nj and don't want them euthanized so may have to hold off on calling animal control just yet ...however if they kill any of my fish then my opinion may change ( just kidding as I would never purposefully hurt or kill a cat ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmarc117 Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 cats are the democrats of the animal world. i'd use a few m-80s. poof. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grits and Shins Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 Really? You think the cats will hunt your fish? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isleseeya Posted May 22, 2007 Author Share Posted May 22, 2007 Call Michael Vick. Tried calling him but he is on a roadtrip with portis ...they are on a GREYHOUND visiting the ALPO factory Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isleseeya Posted May 22, 2007 Author Share Posted May 22, 2007 Really? You think the cats will hunt your fish? Certainly I think its a possibility and one I do not wish to happen ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicky Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 I don't know how close you are to Atlantic City, but when I was there a few years ago, I saw someone on the boardwalk taking care of a feral colony. If you do some looking and asking around, you may be able to find that guy or someone that does the same work that will be willing to relocate them for you. If mom cat is wild and unadoptable, a feral colony would be a good option for her. The kittens may be able to be adopted out through the shelter or SPCA or something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spain Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 Call Michael Vick. Call Animal Control. Arent these 2 things synonymous? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isleseeya Posted May 22, 2007 Author Share Posted May 22, 2007 I don't know how close you are to Atlantic City, but when I was there a few years ago, I saw someone on the boardwalk taking care of a feral colony. If you do some looking and asking around, you may be able to find that guy or someone that does the same work that will be willing to relocate them for you. If mom cat is wild and unadoptable, a feral colony would be a good option for her. The kittens may be able to be adopted out through the shelter or SPCA or something. Never heard of this but it is interesting ..I am 60 miles north of AC ...this may be a last resort ...hoping for any easier solution in interim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicky Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 (edited) Never heard of this but it is interesting ..I am 60 miles north of AC ...this may be a last resort ...hoping for any easier solution in interim Where exactly are you in NJ? I can do some asking around for you this morning. BTW - Is mom cat definitely feral and unmanageable? If not, a feral colony may not work out. Edited May 22, 2007 by Vicky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isleseeya Posted May 22, 2007 Author Share Posted May 22, 2007 (edited) Where exactly are you in NJ? I can do some asking around for you this morning. BTW - Is mom cat definitely feral and unmanageable? If not, a feral colony may not work out. Thanks vicky ( by the way I always liked you more than cliaz ..lol ) I live in jackson , NJ Appreciate your efforts Edit to add that mother cat so far appears to be manaegable and not aggressive although we really have not socialized or been in backyard when cats are out so this may change Edited May 22, 2007 by isleseeya Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ursa Majoris Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 Here you go Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isleseeya Posted May 22, 2007 Author Share Posted May 22, 2007 (edited) Thanks ursa as more good info given. ..you have cats don't you ursa ? If you are making a roadtrip to nj anytime soon , stop by Seriously thanks Edited May 22, 2007 by isleseeya Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicky Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 Thanks vicky ( by the way I always liked you more than cliaz ..lol ) I live in jackson , NJ Appreciate your efforts Edit to add that mother cat so far appears to be manaegable and not aggressive although we really have not socialized or been in backyard when cats are out so this may change I won't tell him if you don't. lol I'll let you know if I find out anything, but that link from Ursa looks great! Lots of information about what you can do and how to go about doing it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big John Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 Thanks ursa as more good info given. ..you have cats don't you ursa ? If you are making a roadtrip to nj anytime soon , stop by Seriously thanks He has 2 cats Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ursa Majoris Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 Thanks ursa as more good info given. ..you have cats don't you ursa ? If you are making a roadtrip to nj anytime soon , stop by Seriously thanks You're welcome. Pretty much every state has a network of excellent people dedicated to rescuing all manner of wildlife and other animals. We had cause to use the Minnesota wildlife rehab folks recently. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yukon Cornelius Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 Really? You think the cats will hunt your fish? the cats wont bother with the fish unless they die Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ursa Majoris Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 the cats wont bother with the fish unless they die This guy would. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yukon Cornelius Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 This guy would. there only in asia or zoo's .. ever see the one at como the poor fbucker just walks back and forth and has that " please let me out or kill me look" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ursa Majoris Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 there only in asia or zoo's .. ever see the one at como the poor fbucker just walks back and forth and has that " please let me out or kill me look" Same as the poor old polar bear, slowly going insane. I hate zoos like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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