Is “Cat Gets Its Tern: A Case Study of Predation on a Threatened Coastal Seabird” an example of shaky science? We believe there are certainly many valid questions about the findings of the study. This is a brief set of comments and questions in relation to the Mandurah study presented in 2019 related to twoContinue reading “Mandurah study on Australian Fairy Terns & a cat – shaky science or just lots of questions?”
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Cats & Wildlife – APWF research vs “bad / poor/ shaky/ junk” science
It appears that to date there has been little research based on scientific evidence of the impact of domestic cats in urban areas on wildlife. Australian Pet Welfare Foundation & Love Rescue Collaborate promote and encourage cat enclosures etc. However, there is not explicit research nor data gathering to indicate the domestic cat impact onContinue reading “Cats & Wildlife – APWF research vs “bad / poor/ shaky/ junk” science”
ROAMING CATS, CAT COLONIES, AND THEIR CARERS NEED TO BE SAFE
Decision makers for cat management approaches need to consider the potential risks to the carers of cats, that is, when harming roaming cats then those who provide ongoing care for the cats are also harmed. We explore relevant research and the recommendations to incorporate in cat management plans and operational (tactical) activities. The following isContinue reading “ROAMING CATS, CAT COLONIES, AND THEIR CARERS NEED TO BE SAFE”
Merri-bek Council Vic rejects mandatory cat curfews & containment, supports multiprong proactive approaches
On 7 December 2022 the Merri-bek council in Victoria was the latest to “see the light” that mandatory cat containment and/or mandatory cat curfews are not effective. Instead, the council is supporting alternative successful approaches and recognise that it is the combination of proactive activities which together will provide the best pay-back for investment. ThatContinue reading “Merri-bek Council Vic rejects mandatory cat curfews & containment, supports multiprong proactive approaches”
NSW “Pound” Review on Rehoming & Euthanasia Practices 2022
When will the community and small rescuers be included in the review of council pound practices?
Ah… our governments
A collection of views, opinions, facts on what has happened with our governments at federal, state and local levels. Threatened Species Commissioner ‘Worst it’s ever been’: a threatened species alarm sounds during the election campaign – and is ignored The Guardian 25 April 2022 Lisa Cox Gregory Andrews shares he: “believes the state of theContinue reading “Ah… our governments”
NSW Councillors’ Names & Emails
Please note, tis is pre 2024 NSW council elections, to be updated! – we have yet to capture every council – a “Work In Progress” [in council name alphabetical order] BLACKTOWN COUNCILLORS tony.bleasdale@blacktown.nsw.gov.au, brad.bunting@blacktown.nsw.gov.au, chris.quilkey@blacktown.nsw.gov.au, jess.diaz@blacktown.nsw.gov.au, moninder.singh@blacktown.nsw.gov.au, julie.griffiths@blacktown.nsw.gov.au, Michael.Stubley@blacktown.nsw.gov.au, Kushpinder.Kaur@blacktown.nsw.gov.au, Allan.Green@blacktown.nsw.gov.au, kathie.collins@blacktown.nsw.gov.au, susai.benjamin@blacktown.nsw.gov.au, carol.israel@blacktown.nsw.gov.au, Bob.Fitzgerald@blacktown.nsw.gov.au, peter.camilleri@blacktown.nsw.gov.au, Livingston.Chettipally@blacktown.nsw.gov.au To: Mayor & Councillor Tony Bleasdale, Deputy Mayor &Continue reading “NSW Councillors’ Names & Emails”
Have you considered a cat enclosure to keep your kitties safe?
Do you have an outdoor enclosure already? Are you considering one? BENEFITS There are many benefits with cat enclosures, for your cats and for you there is peace of mind. What’s your favourite reason for keeping your kitty safe? There’s so many ideas and products available, even DIY options, and then there is reuse /Continue reading “Have you considered a cat enclosure to keep your kitties safe?”
Recommendations for improvements for cat ownership & management with the NSW Companion Animal legislation
In July 2020, the NSW government introduced a new “incentive” to encourage cats to be desexed before the cats reached 4 months of age. It also acts as a disincentive for owners who owned mature cats as the extra charge $80 also incurred possible late payment fees, even though a current owner may not haveContinue reading “Recommendations for improvements for cat ownership & management with the NSW Companion Animal legislation”
APWF Key issues to consider related to mandated 24/7 cat containment
On 14 September 2022, Hornsby Council included in their meeting Item 5, a motion on mandatory cat confinement, to be raised at the upcoming Local Government Conference (October 23 through 25) for consideration by the NSW state government and all councils. This post includes and summarises the Australian Pet Welfare Foundation (APWF) response “Key issuesContinue reading “APWF Key issues to consider related to mandated 24/7 cat containment”
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