Cat Management

Cat Management

Responsible Cat Ownership

Owning a cat can be a wonderful and fulfilling experience for the whole family. Cats are excellent companion animals, being affectionate, intelligent, clean and easy to handle. Cats can live for 16 years or longer and a commitment to responsible cat ownership can be of benefit not only to you and your cat, but also to the community.

Owning a cat brings with it many responsibilities. Not only will you have to feed and care for the cat, but prevent it from producing unwanted kittens and from annoying neighbours. By being a responsible cat owner you are providing your cat with the best opportunity for a long, healthy and happy life.

Homeless cats are usually domestic cats who are lost or abandoned. Many are frequently or infrequently fed by well-intentioned animal lovers but unfortunately this behaviour simply extends a lifestyle of danger, disease, discomfort and illness.

If a homeless cat is visiting your property, you can contact the Port Pirie Regional Council on 8633 9720 to explore your options.

To find out how to be a responsible cat owner, visit Owning a Cat or to find out what you can do if you are experiencing a nuisance cat Read More.

Registering Your Cat

In South Australia, cat microchipping and desexing is now mandatory and owners must register this information in Dogs and Cats Online.

Visit the Dogs and Cats Online website for further information about registering your cat/s.