by Neil Sanderson | Nov 15, 2026 | Cat Roaming, Cat Safety
By Mike Calver, Murdoch University; Heather M. Crawford, Murdoch University, and Trish Fleming, Murdoch University Warning: some readers might find images in this article distressing. We all know cats represent a major threat to native animals and birds. Australia’s...
by Neil Sanderson | May 16, 2024 | Cat Restrictions, Cat Roaming
Jaana Dielenberg, Charles Darwin University Australians have more pet cats than ever before – more than 5 million in total. With the growing number, expectations on pet owners are shifting. Many cat owners are now voluntarily keeping their cats indoors or in secure...
by Neil Sanderson | Apr 12, 2024 | Cat Roaming
Over the years there have been several studies that tracked free-roaming cats, using GPS collars and cameras. And always, the owners of these cats were astounded (if not terrified) when they were shown how far their beloved pets had travelled. These excursions crossed...
by Neil Sanderson | Feb 21, 2024 | Cat Restrictions, Cat Roaming
Since the introduction of new cat containment regulations last August, the City of Whittlesea, Australia has seen positive benefits for cats, the community and wildlife, reports the North Central Review. “In just the first six months of the new regulations...
by Neil Sanderson | Mar 25, 2023 | Cat Roaming, Cat Safety, Wildlife Protection
In a recent broadcast of Our Changing World on RNZ National, senior producer Liz Garton went looking for a native New Zealand bat (pictured) and, along the way, found out how free-roaming cats are increasing the pressure on this elusive little mammal:...
by Neil Sanderson | Feb 15, 2023 | Cat Fights, Cat Roaming, Cat Safety
Owning a cat can be expensive, especially if they require a lot of veterinary care. One of the best ways to keep them healthy – and save you money – is to keep them contained on your property, as explained in an article published today on nzherald.co.nz....
