American Association of Feline Practitioners supports health, wellbeing of free-roaming cats
The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP), a trusted leader in feline health and wellbeing for the veterinary community and cat caregivers, announced on June 8 a new position statement that addresses the growing complexities of managing free-roaming cats.
The AAFP defines a free-roaming cat as any cat not confined to a house or other type of enclosure. The new position statement focuses on several overarching goals:
- Sustained reduction of unowned free-roaming cat populations over time
- Improved cat health and wellbeing
- Mitigating negative impacts on the environment, wildlife, public health, and neighborhoods
- Supporting free-roaming cat caregivers and their human-animal bond.
Kira Ramdas, AAFP president, said in the news release that the organization is committed to sustaining reductions in free-roaming populations while prioritizing the health of cats and the environment.
“Through humane capture, sterilization, and appropriate homing, we aim to strengthen the human-animal bond and support cat caregivers," she said. "Together, with collaboration and evidence-based practices, we can make a positive impact on the lives of free-roaming cats and our communities."
Read the full statement on the AAFP website.
This position statement was updated from the 2012 Free-Roaming, Abandoned, and Feral Cat Position Statement.
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