Heather, you and your bf are wonderful to care for so many cats. I
thought I had a lot to care for, but you're amazing.  Thank you for
caring.

Lorrie
 
On 08-27, Heather wrote:
>    Hi,
> 
>    My bf and I feed around 140 cats in 20+ spots (colonies) each day.
>    Unless they are adoptable and you find homes, or work with a rescue to
>    find homes, their only option is basically death (which is what will
>    most likely happen if taken to a shelter).  Sadly so many very
>    adoptable cats are euthanized due to the lack of homes each day.   I
>    have been doing this 8 years now...it really is a lifetime commitment
>    (as far as the cats' lifetime goes, anyway), unless you find someone
>    else willing to get involved or take over.  Unless the cats are
>    friendly/adoptable, I would caution you not to raise any attention to
>    them such as the media...if unadoptable the best thing that you can do
>    is ensure they are spayed/neutered, vaccinated & ear tipped and tend to
>    any medical needs that may arise, in which case you might need help or
>    advise. Alley Cat Allies website is a great info resource, and also has
>    "feral friends" by area, they might be able to put you in touch with
>    someone if there is anyone in your area who has registered as
>    a contact.   There is also a great Feral Cats yahoo group where you can
>    get a lot of great input.
> 
>    Ensuring they are all spayed/neutered is the most important part here,
>    or there will be more cats with the same "plight".

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