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I think you just revealed something very important in this post.  You mention a new cat in the neighborhood.  Cats are very territorial and this new cat could be keeping your cat from coming home.  If you have any of her used litter (sift out the lumps), if not use the same brand, put it in a...

It could take a month of feeding under a drop trap before you get results. If you ONLY feed all the cats under the drop trap. Eventually you will succeed.

Here's a trick I learned while trapping in New Orleans after Katrina. It's best to have someone to help you if you are using a carrier, but this can be done by yourself. Try practicing with one of your friendly cats so you feel comfortable doing this. Have a carrier ready. If it's a top...

She might want to try using a drop trap. Go to The website for Alley Cat Allies where they have pictures and directions on how to use one. She would have to feed all the cats under it for several days and then trip the trap. She will be able to let the already fixed cats go and use the 'door' so...

KarleeM, I'm so sorry to read about your troubles. Maybe these sites can be of help. Here are some resources that might be helpful in your state. http://www.banfieldcharitabletrust.org/pet-owners/pet-food-assistance/ http://www.foodpantries.org/li/kalama_helping_hand_98625...

See if Animal Control, Humane Society or SPCA will loan you a trap.  It should be hungry enough to go into it. Newt

You don't say where you live, but many communities have pet food banks.  You could do a google search for pet food banks.  Inquire with rescue groups and feral cat groups to see if they might know of a pet food bank.  If anyone in your household gets meals on wheels, they will often help with...

Also try Metro Ferals www.metroferals.org/

I think what you are doing is wonderful!  Not knowing the situation at the new home for Zorro, I can't say which is the best way to proceed as I don't know if they have other cats, a dog, both, kids, etc.  I would suggest you do a google search with terms such as: rehoming a cat rehoming a cat...

Hi Loopsster, Great advice from Feralvr. Do you know how old they are? If not, you can help to determine their age by which teeth they have and their behavior at these sites. http://www.rescueguide.com/orphkits.html http://muttcats.com/articles/neonatal_kitten_care.htm There is also some...

KitKat, What a kind thing you did for Elvis. You couldn't have done more! You can light a candle for him here if you like. http://www.gratefulness.org/candles/enter.cfm?l=eng Hugs and purrs, Newt

False positives can and do happen. At this first link the page no longer exists so you can only read the cached version. http://webcache.googleusercontent.co...&ct=clnk&gl=us http://www.acfacat.com/felv.htm Hope that helps to explain it. Newt

Autumnwolf, I have nothing additional to add except to say that I agree with the others and feel for you and the situation you are in. My heart aches for you, but I know you will do what is right for the animals and your mother from what you have written. They all need the help, and...

Kastlekats, so nice to hear from someone who volunteers there. Thank you so much for the update. I wish the best for all there. Newt

There is something called 'Black Dog and Black Cat Syndrome'. You can read about it here or google it. http://www.blackpearldogs.com/ Newt