Keep the Cats at SMU - Save the Feral Cat Program at Southern Methodist University
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corne moody
11 years ago
Don't be stupid keep the cats.
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Pat Lockett
11 years ago
Support the SMU Feral Cat Group with their care of the cats!
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Kristin Stanley
11 years ago
I am grateful SMU's EOC is working with SMU Feral Cat caregivers for a resolution. More than ever, a Christian school should work to shepherd God's creation. Fleas are a problem throughout Texas due to the heavy rainfall. The company Terminix has a chemical they can spray to kill fleas that will not harm cats. The cats' food just needs to be picked up during the spray. Also, the plan to "relocate" with no plan for food, water, or shelter - is really dumping and against the law - Texas State Penal Code 42.092 and punishable of up to a $4,000 fine and Animal Cruelty. Relocating a cat is always a last resort and takes A LOT of work. They must be fed and watered daily and contained on the property from 2 to 3 weeks. Also, their feces and urine need to be spread across the new property for a chance they will stay and make it their new home because they are very territorial. If they are not fed, they will leave. Thoughts and prayers are with you all as you work to keep the cats on campus where they belong.
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Lynda Hutson
11 years ago
Google Texas Tech Feral Cats, they tried the same thing last year! UNT is the Real Deal and works with their Feral Cat Group!
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Mark Shepherd
11 years ago
Compassion to the least is one of the best measures of the greatest.
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Kevin Garry
11 years ago
This can be very simple while being very humane. Please!
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Nhi Tran
11 years ago
Please save them
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Delbert Adivnovak
11 years ago
Save the cats!!!
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Anonymous
11 years ago
I'm glad the school reversed its decision. fleas are bad, yes, but an exploding rat population would be far worse and much harder to treat.
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Lahoma Hewitt
11 years ago
These people need to realize this feral cat colony will not always be there. If someone is managing them and has been, what is the problem. Also the feral cats are not the only possible contributor of the fleas. Even people bring them on to campus on their shoes from their homes and other locations
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Julie Strother
11 years ago
Killing/removing cats has been scientifically proven to be ineffective. Please work with responsible care givers to allow these innocent creatures to live out their lives in a humane fashion.
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Mandy Bibee
11 years ago
I'm glad this situation is being resolved in a positive manor and just want to acknowledge my support of the Feral Cat program.
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Matthew L.
11 years ago
SAVE THE CATS!
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FELICE GARCIA
11 years ago
Feral cats weren't given the chance to have an adoptive parent. Please, at least give them the option to live cage free there.
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Lydia Hollifield
11 years ago
I love the cats. Keeping them on campus is important to the community that cares for them and shows that SMU has a heart.
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Michelle Gardner
11 years ago
I am horribly upset after watching the CBS 11 news fromaat week. When I was attending SMU I loved seeing the Feral Cats around campus. Theyade me smile and are part of the campus. They belong as much as the students who are enrolled there. Ever heard of a flea bath, people? I mean, SMU replaces the grass is it once, or twice per year. The flea problem can be managed without ripping SMU kitties from their environment where they are loved and where they belong.
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Suzette Dahl
11 years ago
What a foolish idea! Everyone knows how many mice and rats are around college campuses! Do you have any idea the job that these cats do? Who's the idiot they came up with this idea? You need to consider the long-term ramifications and for God sakes Termanix?!? Sounds to me like there was one person that is a cat hater the didn't think anything about this... let's get together and get this stopped and get back on track and realize the benefit of these felines play to keeping vermin in check.
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Anonymous
11 years ago
SMU maintenance staff can research and use eco/pet friendly greenscape products that are great choices to deal with the issues of concern. SMU has so many kitty partners and volunteers that can be of help to sustain this program. This Program represents the integrity and legacy SMU wishes to project in the community and serves as a valuable example of animal advocacy and civic stewardship. It is important to keep the program and possibly develop an additional ambassador program, along with current volunteers. This could promote education for animal advocacy, ecology of the community, and ensure these kitties are protected and cared for.
Thank you kitty volunteers for all you do.
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Anonymous
11 years ago
DFW area already has approximately 350,000 cats looking for homes. Please allow this colony to live out their days at SMU; the only place they know as home.
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Kelli Matelske
11 years ago
If you need donations to keep this program intact let me know!
Don't be stupid keep the cats.
Support the SMU Feral Cat Group with their care of the cats!
I am grateful SMU's EOC is working with SMU Feral Cat caregivers for a resolution. More than ever, a Christian school should work to shepherd God's creation. Fleas are a problem throughout Texas due to the heavy rainfall. The company Terminix has a chemical they can spray to kill fleas that will not harm cats. The cats' food just needs to be picked up during the spray. Also, the plan to "relocate" with no plan for food, water, or shelter - is really dumping and against the law - Texas State Penal Code 42.092 and punishable of up to a $4,000 fine and Animal Cruelty. Relocating a cat is always a last resort and takes A LOT of work. They must be fed and watered daily and contained on the property from 2 to 3 weeks. Also, their feces and urine need to be spread across the new property for a chance they will stay and make it their new home because they are very territorial. If they are not fed, they will leave. Thoughts and prayers are with you all as you work to keep the cats on campus where they belong.
Google Texas Tech Feral Cats, they tried the same thing last year! UNT is the Real Deal and works with their Feral Cat Group!
Compassion to the least is one of the best measures of the greatest.
This can be very simple while being very humane. Please!
Please save them
Save the cats!!!
I'm glad the school reversed its decision. fleas are bad, yes, but an exploding rat population would be far worse and much harder to treat.
These people need to realize this feral cat colony will not always be there. If someone is managing them and has been, what is the problem. Also the feral cats are not the only possible contributor of the fleas. Even people bring them on to campus on their shoes from their homes and other locations
Killing/removing cats has been scientifically proven to be ineffective. Please work with responsible care givers to allow these innocent creatures to live out their lives in a humane fashion.
I'm glad this situation is being resolved in a positive manor and just want to acknowledge my support of the Feral Cat program.
SAVE THE CATS!
Feral cats weren't given the chance to have an adoptive parent. Please, at least give them the option to live cage free there.
I love the cats. Keeping them on campus is important to the community that cares for them and shows that SMU has a heart.
I am horribly upset after watching the CBS 11 news fromaat week. When I was attending SMU I loved seeing the Feral Cats around campus. Theyade me smile and are part of the campus. They belong as much as the students who are enrolled there. Ever heard of a flea bath, people? I mean, SMU replaces the grass is it once, or twice per year. The flea problem can be managed without ripping SMU kitties from their environment where they are loved and where they belong.
What a foolish idea! Everyone knows how many mice and rats are around college campuses! Do you have any idea the job that these cats do? Who's the idiot they came up with this idea? You need to consider the long-term ramifications and for God sakes Termanix?!? Sounds to me like there was one person that is a cat hater the didn't think anything about this... let's get together and get this stopped and get back on track and realize the benefit of these felines play to keeping vermin in check.
SMU maintenance staff can research and use eco/pet friendly greenscape products that are great choices to deal with the issues of concern. SMU has so many kitty partners and volunteers that can be of help to sustain this program. This Program represents the integrity and legacy SMU wishes to project in the community and serves as a valuable example of animal advocacy and civic stewardship. It is important to keep the program and possibly develop an additional ambassador program, along with current volunteers. This could promote education for animal advocacy, ecology of the community, and ensure these kitties are protected and cared for. Thank you kitty volunteers for all you do.
DFW area already has approximately 350,000 cats looking for homes. Please allow this colony to live out their days at SMU; the only place they know as home.
If you need donations to keep this program intact let me know!