You may have noticed an increase in cat threads here on VP. Part of that is because I and others have learned to love the things (the threads, that is), but it might also be symptomatic of a larger trend – the cat population is exploding, to the point where I could almost envision an episode of The Apprentice where The Donald says something about the stray cat industry.
According to a submission from Magic Stones, the trend towards warmer weather is providing an environment that promotes breeding, and shelters are struggling to keep up. You know those sayings about how you can’t give away kindness, and whatever you give will come back to you tenfold? It’s like that with strays and shelters: the Toronto Humane Society says that for every 2 cats they adopt out, they’re getting 3 strays back.
You might not be able to control the weather (if you can, let’s talk), but you can help here. If you have a cat, have him or her neutered or spayed, or at least keep your cat(s) indoors. If you don’t have a cat, consider helping a group that has too many by giving a gift (which is often tax deductible) to your local animal shelter.
