The feral cat population in this country has reached critical proportions and must be contained. The preferred way to do this is to trap, neuter and release these animals back into monitored colonies, and an increasing number of concerned people are doing just that. Before beginning feral cat care, you should be aware of both health concerns of the cats and potential hazards to humans, specifically, zoonotic diseases, which are diseases that are transmitted from animals to humans. While these hazards are few, you should take precautions when handling feral cats. Wear padded gloves, a shirt or jacket with long, thick sleeves, and perhaps most important, get a pre-exposure rabies vaccination.
