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4/13/2018

Action Needed: Tell Your Governor That Cats Are Not an Invasive Species

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The Western Governors’ Association (WGA) recently released a list of the “Top 50 Invasive Species in the West”. Somehow feral cats were ranked 13th out of the top 25 terrestrial invasive species in the West. WGA specifies that all feral cats, including cats who have been trap-neuter-returned, are included on the list.

WGA has been supportive of lethal eradication plans for invasive species and says, “Programs for the control and/or eradication of invasive species must result in more on-the-ground prevention, management and eradication.” Eradication programs continually fail to manage cat overpopulation and inhumanely kill one of our country’s most beloved animals.

A study by Faunalytics in 2015 found that 68% of people support TNR for managing community cats while only 24% support eradication. Why is the WGA ignoring the will of the people and scientific studies showing the effectiveness of TNR? ACR has seen firsthand the positive effect TNR can have. Last year, our TNR program and spay/neuter clinic helped  reduce cat intake at the Prince George’s County Animal Shelter by 18% and euthanasia rates by 38% in our targeted area.

Sign our petition to tell WGA that cats are not an invasive species today: https://www.thepetitionsite.com/takeaction/841/456/513/ 
 
If you live in one of these states, click to contact your governor and tell them cats are not an invasive species: 
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8 Comments
Carmen Spagna
4/13/2018 10:32:18 am

Por favor ayudemos a los gatitos

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Debbie Cook
4/13/2018 07:51:17 pm

Cats are not an invasive species, they are animals and should be treated with care and respect for living creatures.

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Cynthia Altemus
4/13/2018 09:02:15 pm

Stop

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Daphanne
4/15/2018 12:52:31 am

I sent an email, but I'm not sure how far it will go since California politicians are notorious for ignoring what the general population actually wants.

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Alley Cat Rescue link
4/16/2018 06:23:25 am

Thank you Daphanne!

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Bruce Alan Wilson
4/16/2018 06:21:20 am

Cats ARE an invasive species. They are not native to this continent, and have had significant negative impact on native fauna, even driving some to extinction. Much as we love them, it is a fact.

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daniel seyb
4/26/2018 07:20:15 pm

Maybe so. But then, horses, cattle, sheep, goats, honeybees, and most birds also invasive species (at least in North Amreica), and so far no one seems interested in exterminating them, for some reason.

Of course, if you believe in evolution, ALL species are invasive where ever they show up, since they weren't around before they showed up.

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Fudge Accessories link
6/9/2023 04:43:23 pm

Heello mate nice blog

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    • About ACR >
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      • Financial Information
    • ACR in the Press
    • ACR Publications
    • Adoptions >
      • Adoption Application
      • Advice for Adopters
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Contact Us
    • Partnerships
  • Action Alerts
    • The Feral Fix
    • Spay Neuter Pledge
    • No Declaw Pledge
  • Spay/Neuter
    • Early Age Spay/Neuter
    • Misconceptions About Spay/Neuter
    • State Low Cost Spay/Neuter
  • Community Cats
    • What is a Feral Cat? >
      • Feral vs. Stray Cats
      • Benefits of Feral Cats
    • Trap-Neuter-Return >
      • TNR Statistics
      • TNR Step-by-Step
      • TNR/Community Cat Care Resources
      • Introduce TNR to Your Shelter
      • Solutions to Common Complaints
    • CAT Action Teams: TNR Groups by State
    • Feral Kittens >
      • What to do if you find kittens
      • Orphaned Kittens
      • Fostering Kittens
    • Providing Shelter
    • Health Care
    • Cat Overpopulation
    • Relocation
    • How to Adopt Out Cats
    • Protecting Cats During Winter
    • Protecting Cats During Summer
    • Feral Cats and the Law
    • Cats and Wildlife >
      • Why Eradication Methods Fail
    • Handbook 2023 Ed
  • Cat Health
    • Health Care for Your Cat >
      • Vet Care Financial Assistance
    • Common Cat Health Issues >
      • FeLV and FIV
      • Feline Panleukopenia
      • FIP
      • Rabies
      • Zoonotic Diseases
      • Indoor/Outdoor Cats
    • Cats & Claws
    • Animal Cruelty Against Cats
    • Poisonous Hazards >
      • Poisonous Plants
    • Cats and COVID-19
    • Pet Food Banks
    • Pet Disaster Preparedness
  • Cat Behavior
    • Solutions to Prevent Surrendering your cat >
      • Rehoming
    • Introducing Cats
    • Tips for Entertaining an Indoor Cat
    • Lost Cat
  • African Wildcats
    • AWC Conservation Projects
    • Press Release on African Wildcat Campaign
    • AWC Photo Contest
  • Donate
  • Store