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For dinner ... :ROFLMAO::ROFLMAO::ROFLMAO: There’s a colony of ferals ,a stone throw away from me , consists of 10-15 cats that i like to TNR ( Trap, neuter, release) 2 are pretty tamed after getting fed by me every nite for the last 3 months. Shoulndt have any problems with catching dumb & dumber LOL. I can anticipate the rest will give me issues.

I saw on youtube where someone used a clear tote with a tethered stick to prop it up. Another option is to use a dog crate, which i already have, but the door opens sideway. I suppose i can fasten some twine and pull it from the opposite direction to shut the door. Which one you think will net a better result? I need all the advice i can get as this is probably once and done opp. No shot for a second chance cuz im pretty sure the cats will give me the dirty look from afar if i fail. TIA!!!
 

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Regardless of the trap, it's still cool at night so a heat lamp is a great bait.
 

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I have an actual cat trap that I bought. Was only about $40. Not sure where you are but you can borrow it if you want.

I don't know about around here, but in cali the humane society would rent them out for free as long as you brought the cats in for TNR.
 
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Well, i plan on sticking around until i can trap at least two. Shouldnt take that long. I dont think my vet is willing to perform surgery on multiple cats in one go.

I’d like to rig up a trap with stuffs i alreadybhave. Money is tight. Blew it on girls :ROFLMAO::LOL:
 

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Well, i plan on sticking around until i can trap at least two. Shouldnt take that long. I dont think my vet is willing to perform surgery on multiple cats in one go.

I’d like to rig up a trap with stuffs i alreadybhave. Money is tight. Blew it on girls :ROFLMAO::LOL:

I believe this place does the surgery for free.
Feral Cats at Houston Animal Shelter CAP


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Last time i was there, the fee to get your cats fixed is $75,IIRC. That was a while back. I’ll give them a call tmrw. Thanks!


Found this video on you tube. It’s crude but i think it’ll get the job done. Just need to shore it up with more duct tape.
 
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I stand corrected. CAPS performs surgery for free although space is limited and you must book in advance. I called and they do loan out traps Too. Posting this to get the words out for those that may need their services in the future. Thanks!
 
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Update: Did my round of nightly feeding and this little guy ,whom i had never met before , darted out of nowhere and rubbed against my legs. How is this even possible? A stray dog, maybe, but not a cat. I’ve always been told a stray will never approach strangers. Well, this encounter shattered that myth to pieces.
 
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Update: Brought the gang in today and have their babies factories removed LOL. Vet bill came out to $260. Think imma create a GoFundMe or start selling plasma soon :)
Still got 5 girls I need to trap in the upcoming weeks to get them spayed. TFR!
 

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