Cat Care

 

Traps
Cages
Shelters

TRAPS

Saves, Inc. uses Tomahawk Traps. The bottom of the trap is covered with a small towel or newspaper. Food is placed inside the rear door just behind the spring plate. When the cat steps on the plate, the spring-loaded safety door closes. Immediately after the cat is caught,cover the trap with a towel or blanket to calm its fears. No cat in a trap shuld be left out overnight or unattended and must be checked frequently so that the cat comes to no harm.

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A holding cage is necessary for a feral cat after spaying. The female is held from 7 to 10 days indoors. The cage is covered with a sheet to keep the cat calm. Food, water, and a litter box(shredded newspaper) are placed in the cage. A cage can be used to hold sick or injured cats that are being cared for by our volunteers. Soiled materials must be removed from the cage daily.

CAGES

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SHELTERS

 

Insulated shelters can be provided for feral colonies or for people feeding too many cats to take indoors. Colonies need proper protection from inclement weather as well as a place to hide and commune. A 2 ft. x 3 ft. in. high shelter will house 5 cats. Building instructions can be obtained from either SAVES, Inc. or Alley Cat Allies.

 
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