Christmas and Cats

I have a few beefs to get off my chest before the year is over.
The first and main one concerns cats.
Many good intentioned people will set out food for cats and kittens all summer. Then, when winter comes they call rescues to bring in those cats. Why? Obviously you have been feeding them, interacting with them and hoping the best for them, so why wait until now to find them shelter.
Once you feed a neighbour`s cat, it wont go away. Period. If you want the cat for yourself, bring it in and look after it. But don`t expect us all to have room for hundreds more cats at this time of year. And for gawds sake, keep the cats in the house , at all times.
Cats have become a throw away animal much like mice, rats,and rabbits . There are hundreds of homeless cats right here in this area. It doesn`t take a rocket scientist to figure out why that is the case. Cute fluffy kittens in the spring, turn into sexual beings around Christmas. If you have been an cat owner, you know what happens when the cat isn`t neutered. I truly feel that if a human adopts a kitten, that human should do so only if they realize the cost involved. We spend huge amounts of time and effort begging for money and supplies to keep our cats safe until a proper home is available. Right now we have 40 cats and kittens in care. Our foster homes are fighting Upper Respiratory and therefore cant take even one more cat or kitten until the virus is cleared up and the place is bleached.Vet bills are getting way up there and a bit scary. Cats, initially cost just as much as a dog to care for properly.
At least in my opinion this is the way it has been going. And yet adoption fees for cats have to be almost at a free level because there are just too many available for society to choose from.
Gee, I wonder who`s fault that is?? Mine? Yours? Yes, its our fault for not working harder to inform, educate and put a stop to indiscriminate breeding in the cat population. It cracks me up to see kittens for sale on the popular sites. FOR SALE!!!! ROFL.
We need to find a way to begin Neuter/Release programs for our Ferrel colonies and to build a clinic where neuter can be affordable to everyone who can get there.
Then theres the matter of the T.O Humane Society. In my opinion, Tim Trow is a gangster in a fat suit. He has caused endless suffering for thousands of animals in his charge ever since he was first elected to his post. I pray for Karma once again to intervene and put him in jail. He deserves no less that Vick for his actions . JMO of course.
There will be Christmas at my house . The animals and I will have each other and will be thankful for a roof, warmth, and food. I have become a bit jaded with family Christmas`. Theres always someone who didn't get what they wanted and someone who sits under the tree and cries for the past . This is a time for joy and singing. My kids will all go their own ways this year. My Mom will be happy at my sisters. I will enjoy the peace and love of my dogs and cats.
Being `animal poor` isnt always a bad thing when there is so much more to it than hair and slobber. I chose to be an animal mom. I live the life I have always wanted. My love and respect for Gods creatures overshadows the sadness that surrounds us all with wars, both National and family , death and taxes.
Its just better this way right now. Its been a horrible year for everyone. This one day of the year, I would like peace to surround me.
And all of you who read this drivel .
Tobey is still with me although not so quick as he was last winter. Here he is trying gallantly to get up the steps. Kira is in good shape . Jack is the look- out boy and takes his work seriously , especially at 2 am if a car goes by on the road.
I really do wish you all love and joy during this most Christian of seasons. Forget the gifts. This is the season of miracles, blessings and love.
So to all of you , Merry Christmas. May God Bless you .