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Hi! I'm new to caring for about 4-5 ferals this winter. The weather in Pittsburgh has been extremely cold lately. I decided not to start trapping them until the weather warmed up a bit- however, today I spotted a new male mating with my favorite little feral (which I thought was a boy- ha ha!). So now I'm in a panic because I read they are only pregnant for 9 weeks! Is it way too cold to TNR right now? I can borrow a dog crate and let her recover in my basement for a few days after.
Also, could I ask advice on the timing as far as trapping goes? Currently I'm working the 3pm to 11pm shift, then off next Wednesday and Thursday. If I try to trap Tuesday morning, they have to sit in the trap until Wed morning surgery. Or I guess I could do it on my off day Wednesday and spay on Thursday? I don't want them to be stuck in the trap for days. Although Alley Cat Allies seems to think they are fine in there.
I would welcome any advice!!!
Thanks,
Lee Ann
Also, could I ask advice on the timing as far as trapping goes? Currently I'm working the 3pm to 11pm shift, then off next Wednesday and Thursday. If I try to trap Tuesday morning, they have to sit in the trap until Wed morning surgery. Or I guess I could do it on my off day Wednesday and spay on Thursday? I don't want them to be stuck in the trap for days. Although Alley Cat Allies seems to think they are fine in there.
I would welcome any advice!!!
Thanks,
Lee Ann