Domestic cats have been in America since the early eighteenth century when they were brought over on ships. Like the abundant Rock Dove (pigeon) these few individuals multiplied over the years until their numbers have shot into the millions. Although cats provide comfort and companionship to many Americans, this alien variety has wreaked havoc on many of the existing bird and mammal species, to the point that it has become a menace to nature. Because we brought the domestic cat to North America, we have a responsibility to both the cats and to the wild animals they may affect. Cat and bird lovers alike agree that not only for the safety of wild animals, but for the safety of cats as well, that household felines should be confined inside the home.
According to U.S. Census data, the domesticated cat is the most numerous pet, numbering about 60 million. In fact, nearly 30% of households in America lay claim to at least on
There have been lots of solutions offered to "fix" the cat problem. One of the more popular ways, putting a bell on the cat, has proven to be unsuccessful, since cats learn to move without making a sound even with a bell around their neck. What's more birds do not always associate the sound of a bell to danger.
We cannot hold the cats themselves responsible for their natural instincts to kill helpless prey, but we can hold ourselves responsible. When we first brought cats here to America we took the responsibility of controlling them. In order to reduce the number of wildlife casualties caused by feline fangs; cat owners need to keep their pets indoors not only ensuring the safety of their cats, but also to keep cats off of the street.
Many people argue that it is a cat's natural instinct to hunt and kill prey. They say that cats are just a part of the natural food chain. A cat killing a bird is just like a rabbit eating a carr
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