When they first leave the nest, young birds are especially vulnerable to cats. For some birds, it takes a few days before they can fly high enough to be out of harm's way. You can help by keeping your cat indoors, especially during the breeding season, March through July. If you hear a bird's... read more »
American Bird Conservancy says that about 80 million pet cats, plus 60 to 100 million homeless or feral ones, kill more than 500 million birds every year in the U.S. Only one-third of cat owners always keep their cats indoors. Linda Bainbridge, of Whidbey Island, Washington has found a way to... read more »
From listener Corey Smith: "This is a photo of our cats Nemo and Wiley in their "cat tent" which they really enjoy! It keeps them safe from predators as well as the birds at our backyard feeders (in the background)." read more »
From listener Shirley Halverson: "It's not a "catio" picture, but this is the only way "Biscuit" gets to be outside, wearing his "walking jacket". He loves it, and I've noticed a lot of birds nesting in our yard now." read more »
Jim R. in West Seneca NY created a catio for his indoor cats: "The grey box was built first a few years ago and then last year I got the idea that my cats could use more space. They come in through the kitchen window and then go to any level. There is a door on the outside in case I... read more »
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