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"TNR is about the care of individual nonhumans. And that is what 'animal rights' is all about." Gary L. Francione, Professor of Law, Rutgers University School of Law
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"In Defense of Animals (IDA) supports the trapping, neuter and return program (TNR) for feral cats, which has proven to be successful across the country as the most viable solution to the over-population of homeless cats." Bill Dyer, Regional Director, IDA
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"We truly believe that the only way to control the feral cat population is through TNR." Laurie Domangue, Chair of the Nicholls State University Kitty Committee
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"There are several options available for integrated nonlethal feral cat control, and no single solution is likely to be appropriate for all situations. Adoption is an ideal outcome for socialized cats and should be employed whenever feasible. Placement in sanctuaries or relocation of colonies may be required for unadoptable cats that must be removed from their colony sites due to welfare or environmental concerns, but this is the most expensive and labor-intensive approach. Sterilization and return to the colony is a third alternative and represents the most cost-effective and scalable strategy. Those who care for feral cats often have a strong human-animal bond and will not cooperate with programs that threaten the cats. Engaging cat feeders in solutions for feral cats will undoubtedly be more productive and economical than warring against them." Dr. Julie Levy, DVM, PhD, ACVIM
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"The biggest step for those who have gone through life seeing sad things -- thinking "someone" should do something -- is deciding that YOU are going to be that someone." Claudia, Feral Cat Caregiver
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"As a catlover, birdwatcher, and environmentalist, I think that TNR is the most effective, humane way to control the feral cat population. I support it wholeheartedly." Dr. Gloria Binkowski, VMD
- "Our mission is to make New Jersey a Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) friendly state." New Jersey Animal Rights Alliance
- "We use the Feral Cat Network frequently, as we receive emails from our website from all over the US." Dona Cosgrove Baker, President and Founder, Feral Cat Caretakers' Coalition
- "I'm so tired of people saying that if you just stop feeding these poor guys, they will go away. They didn't ask for this and they need all of our help." Eileen, Feral Cat Caregiver
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"Everyone wins with TNR." Dr. Peggy W. Larson, DVM
- "I hope that the myth that FIV+ cats should be destroyed will be dispelled and I was glad to see your website state the facts on FIV." Candy, Feral Cat Caregiver
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