ty zebra....

Get rid of the cat

Teach him not go chew wires. My cat started that but we stayed on top of it for a while also turned everything off..no standby.,remove plugs. It's doable if your keen on a new cat and not all cats do it anyway. Hang in there..they are beautiful company..😀

tyvm Debra D

hi ty Debra..

I live in the country and this happens to us a lot. If you live in a place where the cats can live outdoors, then have them spayed/neutered and keep them—make certain to provide shelter from weather. Edited 06-Sep-23 21:39pm

I had no problem with the cats chewing wires, but I did with the rabbit. I had to buy a plastic tube to wrap around them. My cats have scratching posts but do prefer my pure wool carpet. I have 5 and when they are gone I can't have anymore because I don't want to leave them with no home and needing to be re-homed. So if strays come around here they will be taken to the vet or rescue place. Sadly I'm too old to be giving young cats and kittens a home.

Cats are not my choice

I would keep them and sort out how to make the house more cat safe.

Incidentally people go on about cats and birds but here in Melbourne they are having problems with dogs killing swans!

I love cats and sadly lost my Russian Blue earlier this year, had occasional problems with them scratching furniture but that was all and with the companionship I got from about 6 different cats I could live with it, the last one was a totally indoor cat and was always there, had one cat some years ago and he would sit in amongst the cockatoos whilst they ate the seed I put put for them and when I was gardening his brother sat one side of me and a blackbird the other, never had any problems with my cats and birds. Always it is how you treat them.

It's an absolute no brainer. So glad you have decided to keep the one who is still looking for a home. You will never regret it - with kind treatment and caring, once he starts trusting you he will love you forever. Cats are intelligent and most strays are very grateful when they find a good home.

I would take them into my home and LOVE them! I would get them spayed and alee the vet care that they needed. There are no mice in a house with cats and I love kitties! My husband would probably not like it at first but he would grow to love them like me!

Do as heart feel right

I have decided what to do, this evening we are having a guy come here to trap the kitty that is still hanging around. He will become a part of our home indoors, we know he will need to be neutered, shots, worming, as well as flea removal. And then there is the taming down of this kitty. It is a lot but I can only see how beautiful he will one day be with good food, a good home, and lots of love.

Keep them in a cat walk : ))

Take the kitties in. There are things you can do around the house to protect your wires and furnishings. I have had a similar situation after losing my 15 yr old dog. Two cats arrived and walked in. One still lives with its owner but still visits. The other one (her sister) rejected her family and has been adopted by us. She is so lovely and affectionate and it's just love all around. We should be kind to all animals. I have possums in my yard who I feed, a house rabbit and many birds who get regular seeds, even a cockatoo who lets me know he/she is there.

There are far too many cats and they kill birds for fun not food drown them

We had a similar situation and no one will take the kittens. The council do not catch strays and suggested we hire a cat trap from Kenards @ $35.00 per day. If we did that the rspca would take the caught kittens. I cannot afford to pay $35.00 per day for strays to be caught it could take several days for them all to be caught.

Id feed them for sure its not there fault there are awfull people out there that think dumping them is ok it is dam cruel

Not really used to cats any more. I probably would have contacted the RSPCA to collect them as I don't feel I can care for pets now at my age.

You are such a soft hearted person. You care. That's not a bad thing. These cats were probably dumped. Unfortunately it doesn't take long fir them to become feral. You may never be able to touch them. But there is nothing wrong with feeding them or even leaving a cardboard box with an old towel in for them to sleep safely. I worry about you. What would you do if they suddenly stopped coming around? To me it sounds like you really need another cat of your own or at least another pet. You come across as someone with alot if love to give. If it doesn't matter the age go to your local shelter . Either way you sound like a lovely person Good luck,best wishes

Not all cats are the same. Take them in and if it doesn't work then pass them on

Take them to the nearest cat home for rehousing!

You take them to the nearest RSPCA if you are not prepared to take the risk.

hmmmm this is a heart vs head situation, not sure what I'd do or could advise you

Well, it's really the same as childproofing or either give them a space that's childproofed. Cats and dogs and ferrets all can chew things they shouldn't, but it's a lot harder for them to do it if they aren't able to access the rooms in that way. Not to say it never happens, but you do what you can. If course childproofing is supposed to be more for protecting the child than cords, but the way the stuff is made it does seem like it's more to protect the things over the child//pet. Or you could just let them come and go outside and not worry about it t until you see them outside. I said ferrets because I remember our ferret was really destructive. Now that I think of it most of our animals were if they were kept inside. Edited 06-Sep-23 17:03pm

No cats no dogs. Run away as quick as you can, Don't look back.

I think you answered your own question. #SafetyFirst

Firstly I have had many cats and NOT ONE has chewed cords or done damage. Why did you not remove the cords or not allow the cat in that part of the house. If you do not want the cats - ring the local ranger and get them to collect the cats. Simple.

Why didn't you ring either RSPCA or cat haven straight away .I think the Govt; should make it compulsory to register Cats as we do dogs & a household may only have 2 (sterilized )cats .Breeders MUST be licenced

run

Dont like cats rather have a dog

I would continue to feed them while I found them a new home..I had a cat that would chew my NBN cord and I was told to rub this stuff on it which would deter it. It worked. I can't remember what it was

Hi Debra D, Be strong. You have a right to have your home remain intact. Contact the RSPCA or Animal shelter and surrender these animals to the quality care, ( which I am sure you would give them anyway) and where they can be observed by potential new owners who may be better set up to manage the behaviour of these little fur-balls. Perhaps volunteering at a facility like these may very fulfilling for you and the cats. Good luck,

Some people who live somewhere in the area, for privacy reasons I am not allowed to know where! They have Two RagDoll cats, a brother and sister, I understand these are veryt, very expensive to buy. Both are chipped and de-sexed. The male came to visit. he arrived one morning almost on the dot off 9AM. he stayed and slept all day and then almost at the dot of 5PM he just got up and left. He did/does this every day, of course he get a bit to eat for they are, after all, All Day Eaters. I took him to the local vet who recognised him and checked his chip. She then rang his owners and told them where he was and that they should arrange to let her know when they would pick him up. They did Nothing, he still comes around every day., eats and sleeps and then goes off at his usual time.

There is only one thing you should do. Take them to the nearest animal protection shelter. That is what they are for.

Submit to the pound.

Commit to both, Adopt them and make them your family and CAT PROOF your home. Cheers, Clara!

That happened to our cat, it came from next door, when their house burnt down and they moved on, they left their rabbits and cats, one of the kittens found its' way to our place, it was so skinny and poor we couldn't NOT adopt it. Still have her now. Never had much issues with cats before.

I will keep feeding them as they are strays but will not allow them inside my home.

If you choose not to adopt them the best option is to take them to an animal rescue shelter. I have taken a few dogs over the years. I will not leave them to get hit by a car or starve of food.

My beautiful 16 month old ragdoll boy went missing a month ago today. We have searched, distributed flyers and made posts on every local Facebook group page we could find as well as flagging his microchip as a lost cat and registering with a couple of lost pet registers here in NZ. It is heartbreaking when you lose a cat! Tommy was the child I never had and I will never stop missing or looking for him.

Sounds like the cats will be moving in soon. Take good care of them.

TY Zebra...

Cats are naturally feral and should not be pets in urban environments

A cat is a cat Debra a most difficult situation

We lost our first cat because we found a stray that was starving. We took it to the vets and the vet said feed it up it will be yours so we brought the thing back home and had it inside any way a long story short it got out and we never saw it again. I always thought our cat knew where it had gone and he would go off trying to get it back and sadly he got run over. The next stray that came along Hubby said absolutely no way and he caught it and we took it to the pound but he was super friendly and we made sure the people who rescue strays knew about him. He needed desexing because he sprayed every where and he stunk. The people that rescue the cats do an amazing job and really need to be Thanked and know we do appreciate them. I was sad we took the stray to the pound but we have a cat and she is all we need and she has just cost us over 8 grand to have her leg amputated and the other hind leg fixed.

We have a small spray bottle with clear water in it. If the cats get on the kitchen table, they get a little spritz to remind them to get down. I put the cord to my husband's & my laptop in the bedroom at night. We have a cat that likes to chew on cords too. I would never harm an animal, but the little spray of water gets their attention.

would take in the cats as I am very much a cat lover and give them lots of love and affection. But I would put SOFT PAWS on them so that they would not dig up all the furniture.

I love to watch cats eat.

ty Debra...

have to find a home for them before neighbours dog takes care of them

Catch them, get them fixed. Our SPCA does free de-sexing days and a couple of charity organisations can take them in, de-sex them then find a good home. But of course if you want to keep them then keep them. Cats can be trained and if you provide resources for play or scratching then they can be less destructive.

All or nothing, meaning take the cat for his/her baggage and love it to bits no matter what. Perhaps bring the cat, to a cat shelter. They will take care of the cat and hopefully adopt it out. That is a good thing too. Perhaps volunteer at the cat shelter and spread a little “lovey dovey” to the cats there when you need a cat fix. That is good too! I wish you all the best in your decision.

Cats over possessions any day. Luckily my cat doesnt chew cords

I am a cat owner and I often support two cat rescue places, why don't you try give them a call to see if they can take your healthy cats and give them a new home. Debra have a chat to a close friend he or she might be able to help you out with a solution.

If you really don't want them, then when you catch them, take them to the vet or the local animal shelter and they will find homes for them and make sure that they are healthy, vaccinated and desexed.

Take in the kittens and talk to a vet. Try painting vinegar or some nasty food juice (not to make them sick) but hope the taste will turn them off chewing. See if more chew toys help. Or maybe they are just bored. See why talking to a vet or an online chat group could help?

I have had cats for a long time and have not had them damage anything. (Scratching poles help). The main problem is their fur. If you give them a home, I hope you can enjoy their company.

Don't keep them

I would call the council for them to come and get them they then find homes for them I would not keep them

Call my friend who takes care of cats. I would not keep them.Edited 06-Sep-23 06:51am

Yes, call SPCA, get rid of the problem. Raising an animal is very hard. They are like children who never grow up. Sorry!! I love animals but it's not a good idea to raise them inside the house. At a farm mabye

Get rid of them sorry

I just surrendered a stay cat to our WAIF program here on Whidbey Island 2 weeks ago! It was a beautiful Siamese mix with blue eyes, very friendly and loving, but I have a special needs dog, and I can't afford another pet. I call every week to see if anyone has either adopted, or reclaimed, the cat. It would weave between my legs, and I was afraid it would cause me to fall. At 75, I can't afford to get hurt. If you can't keep the 2 strays, let them find a forever home through the ASPCA or local pound. We are a No Kill island! I hope it is, too, where you live. ;-D

stray cats call the spca

Feed them and take them to the humane society ASAP.

cats cost as much if not more than a dog at the vet. Show me a cat that will do as it's told. Sit, Grommie..... stay... good boy.

Why are they tearing up the house? Give them some toys or try and hide the wires so they do not chew them.

Use a possum trap to catch them, and take to the SPCA. I have Weka in my garden area, and stray cats are constantly raiding the nests for chicks. A Weka mama puts up a pretty good fight though - - -

Phone the SPCA.

They will need desexing so need catching anyway.

I do not keep pets myself but cats visit my property often and it is exciting to see them arrive and what they do. I do not feed or encourage them at all. If you do not wish to keep them then there are organisations that will look after them. You could always prevent them entering your else if you believe you cannot train them not to be cats.

Dog lover here, so no cats. There are enough strays in the neighbourhood now, destroying the birdlife.If you want cats you need to build an enclosed area for them to roam and play in, not leave them to roam to other people's houses.Have cat, but be responsible.. They need an enclosed area to play.

Put insulation wire around and continue to be a friend to animals.Pets are so worth it.

I honestly feel for you. I want a cat but cannot take care of one right now. I say they will not starve because they will know that they have to fend for themselves after a while. I have found that if I feed unwanted cats it just brings other things I do now want. Good Luck.

ty Lynda e

I keep them!

Stop them tearing up your homes. Give them something to do so they are not bored. YOU are the problem not them. You should never ever have to remove cats from your home. If you love and treat them properly they will not leave and are not destructive if YOU don't allow it. Put protective equipment around areas where they are not allowed, close doors if need be. People like you really make me mad. They pay for your ignorance

I'M A DOG LOVER SOOOOOOOOOOOOO

Train them

I said that 8 cats ago LOL

We have our own indoor Bob the Cat who keeps us on our toes but he is such a joy and good company. We now also have a drop in cat and son has named him/her Buddy (Franklin), just drops in for a feed and chat and now a good brush down as well. Had two hangers on as well but has chased them away and wouldn't even let them eat his/her food so we're just letting things stay as they are as at least keeps the rodents away. Yes we are softies too so am guessing you'll just keep feeding your strays as well.

Tough one we fed a stray for awhile and it was all right and suddenly he was gone

I would take the cat in, I love animals.

Stop the insanity...call spca, consider a goldfish or just go pet free for a while. Do not yield to sentimentality, you are only torturing yourself. Have a nice day.

Do you realise that cat may actually have found its way back to you? Cats are well known for it. That's why if you get a new cat you need to keep it inside or locked up for at least a week, preferably longer so it doesn't try to return - including if you move house with your cat.

I don't.... the nearer a cat behaves to a dog...the more I like it.... anyone chewing through power cables and is lucky enough to survive the experience also gets to live someplace else! Edited 06-Sep-23 01:07am

I get attached easily

Take them to a pet shelter, and they will try to find them homes. Edited 06-Sep-23 01:15am

Not a pet lover (PERIOD) - hence, this situation would not happen to me (other words I don't have any suggestions to offer to you)!

Think about what you really want. If you want them, you'll possibly end up with new companions eventually. Train them well and love them, or bring them to someone who can be invested at this time. It's probably something you actually know in yourself, and if you need permission, and have the means to be a good cat owner, then have at it.

They need to be desexed whether you decide to keep them or not, or else you will have many, many homeless kitties to worry about.

If you don't want the kitties inside your home provide a kennel or other shelter they can retreat into when they need protection from the weather. Ideally if you have a verandah the kennel should be under this cover. They don't have to be inside cats for your to provide food, shelter and refuge for them

Take them to a shelter or call in animal welfare. Do not stress about it. They will be looked after and adopted usually. I am not a cat person and feel they kill so many of our native wildlife people should be screaming about it but they carry on about other issues that are not all that destructive. I think all cats should be desexed to start with. If you have a pet cat it should never be allowed out to wander willy nilly. Build it an outdoor area it can wander around and where it cannot escape. I think the owners should be charged a fee just like dog owners do. Harder to control but honest people should not have any problem with it and the money must go towards the elimination of wild feral cats. In North Qld. the indigenous rangers are trapping them and any wildlife animals caught in the traps are set free whilst the feral cats are euthanised humanely. It is working allowing the native animals to recover.

If you can't give them a home, take them to a no-kill shelter. Also, not all cats are destructive, so if you can give them a home, don't focus on past cats lol. I've had both calm cats and destructive cats. I have a 16-year-old cat. She was a feral kitten I left food out for 16 years ago :)