Don’t feral cats harm wildlife?
Operation Catnip respects the lives of all animals, both feral cats and native wildlife. Feral cats, like any pets that spend time outside, can negatively impact the environment and public health. The extent of this impact is often debated and varies from colony to colony. For these reasons, and to protect the welfare of the cats themselves, OC believes society must stop ignoring this large population of cats and actively work to humanely reduce their numbers. We believe that TNR is not only the most effective way to do this, but it also respects the bond that caregivers share with the cats.