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How much should I feed my feral colony?
May 25, 2010 – 1:18 am | No Comment
How much should I feed my feral colony?

Dry food is recommended for colony feeding because it can remain out all day and not spoil. A rough rule of thumb is 1 to 1-1/2 pounds of dry food per week for an …

Feeding Priorities for Feral Colonies
May 19, 2010 – 6:22 pm | No Comment
Feeding Priorities for Feral Colonies

by Dona Cosgrove Baker, President and Founder, Feral Cat Caretakers’ Coalition
1st PRIORITY – FEEDING STATIONS MUST BE KEPT OUT OF SIGHT with only those feeding knowing the exact location. This is to protect the …

Boy, It’s Hot!
May 14, 2010 – 5:14 pm | Comments Off

First and foremost, high temperatures mean extra-vigilance is required to make sure the cats have an adequate supply of water. It’s vital to prevent dehydration, which can lead to loss of appetite and weight and …

Winter Care for Ferals
May 14, 2010 – 5:09 pm | Comments Off
Winter Care for Ferals

The most important basic need a stray or feral cats needs in the winter is a warm, dry shelter. A stray or feral cat can survice several days without food if need be, but …