Press Releases

March 17, 2006
For Immediate Release
Media Contact:  Michelle Pintar
Direct:  (414) 431-6104
E-mail:  mpintar@wihumane.org

The Truth About Cats' Lives

MILWAUKEE – Murphy is a cat that loves to sun bathe outdoors, never wears an identification collar and hasn't been neutered.  Unfortunately, he's in good company.  In an effort to educate the public about ways cats like Murphy can lead long, healthy lives, the Wisconsin Humane Society offers the following truths:

· As tempting as it may be for Murphy to receive a suntan, keep your cat indoors!  Outdoors cats are at far greater risk for illness and injury.   

· Show off your kitty's beautiful neckline by displaying a collar and identification tag.  Your cat can also get a “stamp of approval” with an identifying microchip, which helps to get your cat back, if lost.

· No need to sign up your feline for a gym membership.  Give your cat regular exercise in the comfort of your own home by having him play with toys each day. 

· Don't let Frisky get frisky!  Spay or neuter your cat.  This surgery helps reduce overpopulation and has numerous health benefits.  WHS spays or neuters all animals before they are adopted and also offers a Spay Neuter Assistance Program for individuals of qualifying incomes.  To learn more, call
(414) ANIMALS.

· It's okay for your cat to scratch the furniture – scratching post furniture, that is.  Provide Pumpkin with a quality scratching post, which will help prevent her from damaging household property.

· Go ahead and “gossip” to your neighbors, family and friends about keeping their cats indoors. 

For more information about the Wisconsin Humane Society, call
(414) ANIMALS or visit www.wihumane.org.

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