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cross-posted from: https://news.abolish.capital/post/46066

A new study led by University of British Columbia researchers has found that pet cats allowed to roam outside unsupervised carry infectious diseases at rates comparable to feral cats, even when they receive veterinary care, regular meals, and shelter.


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[โ€“] Clent@lemmy.dbzer0.com 10 points 5 days ago (1 children)

If you're vet isn't asking if your cat goes outside, get a new vet. They know this and should be asking.

[โ€“] seathru@quokk.au 11 points 5 days ago

Many people adopt a cat, get told "it has it's shots", and assume that means all of them. And an unfortunate number of those do not have the extra cash for non-emergency vet visits where they might learn otherwise.