Pet360.com Shares Five Ways to Help Homeless Cats this Summer

Plymouth Meeting, PA – July 30, 2013 – Of the 90.5 million pet cats in the United States, 83% were previously homeless. While amazing that more than 75 million cats have been rescued from the streets, there are still tens of millions of stray and feral cats left to fend for themselves. With the heat of summer at its peak, Pet360.com is sharing five ways you can help homeless cats this summer.

1.     TNR – Participating in a Trap-Neuter-Release program is the number one way you can help feral and stray cats. Designed to control the homeless cat population, people who participate in this program trap cats and take them to a vet where they are neutered and receive a physical exam. Once recovered, the cats are then returned to the place they were found. If participating in a TNR program, be sure to regularly check the TNR traps you set. Homeless cats can suffer from heatstroke if left too long in a trap.

2.     Water – Those looking to help stray and feral cats in the summer can be of great assistance by providing extra sources of water around their backyard or neighborhood. Since water evaporates quickly in warmer temperatures, make sure to place the water bowls in well-shaded areas.

3.      Food – Although feeding homeless cats cat food is the best option, hungry stray or feral cats will eat any food left out for them. However, if the food remains uneaten for 30 to 60 minutes, experts recommend confiscating it. It is also very important to maintain a neat feeding area; keeping food dishes in one place will facilitate an easy cleanup.

4.     Shade – Creating a cool and shady spot for homeless cats to convene is a great way to help them beat the heat in the summer. An area covered from the daytime sun can be up to 10 degrees cooler and can even act as a shelter from rain and thunderstorms. 

5.     Medicine – Many homeless cats are in need of medical attention. If you catch a stray or feral cat, it is very important to take them to see a veterinarian. If you cannot afford the visit yourself, look for a local shelter or non-profit that specializes in the treatment of homeless cats.

Media Contact: Kelly Lange, 610-234-4114, klange@pet360.com

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