Course
BIOL 464: Senior Inquiry
Document Type
Student Paper
Publication Date
Spring 2017
Disciplines
Biology | Environmental Education | Environmental Health | Environmental Public Health | Integrative Biology | Natural Resources and Conservation | Population Biology | Veterinary Preventive Medicine, Epidemiology, and Public Health
Description, Abstract, or Artist's Statement
The focus of this paper is to describe a typical Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) program and highlight the major pros and cons surrounding this somewhat controversial method of managing the overwhelming free-roaming cat population. The effects of the species’ overabundance on the environment and human health are also discussed. Citing studies completed on TNR programs around the globe as well as mathematical models, the effectiveness of this method is compared to other, currently used alternatives. Finally, it has been suggested that the general awareness level a neighborhood possesses about the true goals of TNR programs has a potentially significant impact on the overall success of a program. A study is proposed to determine if informing locals prior to program implementation is worthwhile
Augustana Digital Commons Citation
Sliwa, Nicolette. "Trap-Neuter-Return Programs and the Importance of Associated Public Awareness" (2017). Biology: Student Scholarship & Creative Works.
https://digitalcommons.augustana.edu/biolstudent/10
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