University of Guelph researchers create tool to manage urban cat population crisis

(University of Guelph) Guelph researchers have developed a unique model that accurately calculates urban cat populations. It's the first to account for overall cat population dynamics and include calculations for the three subpopulations -- owned cats, stray cats, and cats in the shelter system.There are about 10 million to 120 million free-roaming and feral cats in North America. This model will give cities the accurate numbers needed to effectively manage the current cat population crisis.

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