What is a feral cat?
@article{Gosling2013WhatIA, title={What is a feral cat?}, author={L. Gosling and J. Stavisky and R. Dean}, journal={Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery}, year={2013}, volume={15}, pages={759 - 764} }
Study rationale: The definition of a true feral cat is an area of much contention, with many variations used worldwide. In this study, opinions were gathered from feral cat rescue workers and veterinary surgeons working in the United Kingdom to identify a practical definition of a feral cat, suitable for use in the field, education and research. Protocol: A mixed methods approach, using questionnaires and focus groups, was used to collect data from feral cat workers and veterinary surgeons… CONTINUE READING
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