Comment: ‘Ferals Become Feral Because of Idiotic Humans’

Laurel Patch readers weighed in on a variety of news stories this week, including the mayor’s announcement that he supports a plan to trap, neuter and release feral cats in the city, and the failure of a animal abuse registry bill in Annapolis.

Mayor Endorses Plan to Address Cat Overpopulation "I wish more higher ups would follow suit, rather than deeming ferals a nuisance. Ferals became feral BECAUSE of idiotic humans whose stupidity makes them believe that cats will survive outdoors. They don't. In the meantime, us rescuers are left to pick up the pieces while these irresponsible pet owners trot off into the sunset as if nothing happened. Thanks Mayor Moe!!" - Donna E. Ploss

 "The problem with an abuse registry is that is only looks at people convicted in Maryland of animal abuse. That happens rarely, rarely, rarely, rendering such a registry pretty useless. Shelters and rescues are much better at making such judgements about people...they are called "DNA"s or "Do Not Adopt to". 
The problem with laws like these is that they sound well intentioned and a great idea, but in practice they are not very useful." - Adrianne