It’s been reported in an African newspaper that rats are terrorising Mathendele Township. This is in Swaziland which is a small, landlocked monarchy in southern Africa known for its wilderness reserves and festivals showcasing traditional Swazi culture. Residents of this … please continue reading
There’s an interesting story on the Internet regarding a group of people who feed stray and feral cats in the UK. They feed them in a back alley where businesses throw their rubbish including waste food. There are piles of … please continue reading
A large study covering 74 countries by RightPet Pet Ownership found that kids between the ages of 10 and 17 prefer rats as pets over cats and dogs. At the age of 17 their liking for rats waned. In contrast, … please continue reading
Do feral cats eat rats? Yes some feral cats eat rats. However I’d suggest that the rat is not a primary prey item of the feral cat. Small mammals, mainly rodents (which includes the rat) and rabbits and hares are … please continue reading
Some home owners are using feral or semi-feral cats to control an influx of rats in Oceanside, Calif, USA. One property owner in the video says cats are better than chemicals. Cat are better than poisons for the obvious reason … please continue reading
The feral cat is in the news. A Roman politician had the idea of using feral cats to get rid of rats in Rome. I thought this was unworkable for various reasons – his idea was a bit scatty if … please continue reading
Can cats get rid of rats? This is a question people ask using Google search. The answer depends on whether you like or dislike cats! That is not entirely true but it’s a factor when discussing this subject. The question … please continue reading
This is a rare disease, which is why I have not heard of it until today. It is a very serious, almost always fatal, viral infection, which can kill a cat very quickly without the usual symptoms. It would seem … please continue reading
By Gina Shahbandar Intro by Michael. Gina makes the point that community cats (managed outdoor cats living in harmony with people) can provide an essential but underappreciated service to humankind in keeping down rat populations and therefore diseases such as the … please continue reading
Is the modern cat any good at catching rats and other rodents? Can you adopt a cat for that purpose and expect success? In India, at least one person found success. I don’t know how commonplace it is for people … please continue reading
