Vron, I could have written your post myself...Oh, such stress dealing with fleas.
I have two former feral - indoor/outdoor brothers. I've tried several of the topicals, and although they may work...the stress of application has done me in.
Both boys react to the sting or stink and run...
SE Pennsylvania on 11 wooded / wetland acres
Two indoor/outdoor former ferals.
I'm currently using Frontline Plus. My cats HATE it because it burns.
They recognize the aroma as soon as I click open the vial.
Next dose I'm going to try to disguise the smell with candles... or have some...
Willowy, you ask good questions....but unfortunately, I can't give you a good answer since I'm just the landlady.
First of all, I don't know for sure WHAT is being fed. Both wet and dry (I think). It appears they are eating it. They certainly surround Mrs. C and the ferals while she's there...
Don't hold your breath waiting...FIRST, I want to talk with Mrs. Cat Guy... THEN, I gotta talk my son into constructing a practice unit.
Then I'll be able to let you know.
Norachan,
Yes, I have read about reflective items on line. At first, I didn't think it would help my situation....but you know, now that you've brought it up again i think it's worth a try. Certainly can't hurt. ~ Joyce
Hi Di and Bob
Well, we've got coons too...and deer that ate my arborvitae...and of course, what I call 'the flockers'. The bully birds.
I can't answer your question about them moving on... but they've been a problem since fall of 2013, so fear they are here to stay.
Have been considering...
Hi Norachan
Thanks for input. Yes, Mrs Cat Guy does only feed at night.
I see her headlights coming down the driveway. This MAY have helped some... but those birds still lurk all day on the roof of my business, on the ground and in the trees.
I'm surprised none of the neighbors have...
Hello,
We are in south eastern Pennsylvania on eleven wooded wetland acres.
I have permitted a neighbor to care for feral cats on our property. for many years. Unfortunately 'Mike the Cat Guy' is now very ill. His wife has taken on the responsibility, but now the Vultures have arrived.
I...