Peak season

Right now is the peak season for cats to breed. Cats that are in heat will give birth in about nine weeks.

They must find a place to give birth. I have seen them give birth in pipes, in fiberglass insulation, in garbage dumps, in bushes and on peoples porches. The mothers must find food for their kittens. They'll look in everybody's trash. They will do whatever it takes to take care of their babies just like you would.

Some shelters will take these kittens in, but if they are weak or sick or if the shelter is overcrowded, the kittens will be put to sleep.

God did not intend for these cats to starve or suffer from abuse. Fix your own cats. Then help family members' pets and strays by getting them fixed. Or send money to shelters or private rescuers.

Paul R. Miller
Mt. Pleasant RD1