Sadly, finding someone who could *objectively* look at the cats is likely impossible. Animal Control would definitely not be objective, and it could be disastrous. It would be great if someone objective could be found to go take a look, but it wouldn't be easy.
I did know someone with 40-60 cats at any given time (she wasn't a shelter but dealt with a rescue organization so the number fluctuated) who worked full time, and she did a very good job of taking care of the cats. I have 22 and work sort of full-time (varied schedule) and I don't find it to be a strain. I think I could handle more if I wasn't lazy and didn't spend too much time on the internet
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I agree with catsallaround as to what would be concerning. With a lot of cats, there will be chaos, there will be marking and accidents, "kitty colds" will go around occasionally. You have to know what's really a red flag and what isn't that bad.
I did know someone with 40-60 cats at any given time (she wasn't a shelter but dealt with a rescue organization so the number fluctuated) who worked full time, and she did a very good job of taking care of the cats. I have 22 and work sort of full-time (varied schedule) and I don't find it to be a strain. I think I could handle more if I wasn't lazy and didn't spend too much time on the internet
I agree with catsallaround as to what would be concerning. With a lot of cats, there will be chaos, there will be marking and accidents, "kitty colds" will go around occasionally. You have to know what's really a red flag and what isn't that bad.