Feral cat management (original) (raw)

The article critically evaluates a previous study on feral cat management, specifically focusing on the effectiveness of the trap-vasectomy-hysterectomy-release (TVHR) method for controlling feral cat populations. The authors argue that the study's population model is flawed, lacking realism in capturing colony dynamics and immigration/emigration factors, and inadequately representing lethal control methods. They highlight significant concerns regarding the long duration for population control, economic costs, and the necessity of addressing public policies that contribute to feral cat populations, advocating for more comprehensive and humane strategies beyond mere colony management.