Cat forum
Empowering cat owners, protecting unique wildlife!
A few weeks ago, GBSAN cat management team hosted Thea Vass from the Invasive Species Council to share and discuss effective, practical ways to care for pet cats while safeguarding vulnerable native animals. It’s simple yet powerful!
Contain your cats 24/7. Evidence shows that pet cats in suitable containment areas live longer, happier lives, and are more bonded to their owners. Explore innovative ways to set this up in your homes and gardens.
Train your cat to walk on a lead - unleash the cool factor! Thea has successfully trained her cat to do this!
Register and microchip your cat to ensure their safety!
De-sex your cat to prevent catastrophic consequences - the possibility of more feral cats.
We also explored feral cat management strategies.
GBSAN offers free cat traps for members and provides information on humane trapping and handling. Visit www.GBSAN.org.au/cat-control.
Free-roaming cats have a devastating impact on wildlife (killing 3 billion animals annually) and spread diseases to people and livestock, costing 6 billion dollars every year. Visit www.invasive.org.au for more information.
Report roaming cats to the Southern Downs Regional Council on 1300697372.