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Billy wrote:
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(paghat) wrote:
In article , Jangchub
wrote:
On Mon, 31 Mar 2008 23:42:20 -0400, "J. Clarke"
wrote:
If you check the leash law I think you will find that it does not
apply to cats.
There is a leash law for cats in my city. Cats are not allowed
outside their fence or the city will give the people a ticket. So
far, they've been ticketed three times. One more, and the fee goes up
to 250 dollar per incident for three more incidents. 500 for three
more and up to 1000 for three after that. This law is for cats AND
dogs.
It seems moronic to me and no way it can be enforced on the cats
themselves unless they're just never allowed outside at all, but there's
leash laws for cats in my area too, and I think for most cities in America
nowadays. Some people seem pretty convinced cats should never go outside
as it's too dangerous for them. But the "cat door" remains pretty
standard, many cats do come and go as they please, and even if a yard is
fenced the cats go over it. Seems like in the past everyone knew if we
were going to live with cats we're the ones who would have to adapt to
their roaming disposition. The leash laws are like passing laws against
the rain. People are crazy.
-paghat the ratgirl
There are barriers that you can put on top of a fence that will keep a
cat in. Probably works best for small yards and patios in an urban
environment, where you want to protect your cat from tread marks.
My two cents ...
I do own a little yorkie, poops very little. When I did not have a dog,
the rabbits, raccoons and deer were a problem. I think it is the dog
poop that keeps the other critters away. Cats are great too, they keep
the mice away. I keep my little dog on a 90 foot light weight tether.
My neighbors labs are always pooping in my yard, I just clean it up. It
is best to be peaceful with your neighbors and not complain, since all
of my neighbors have guns
I have a feeling the original poster is a neat freak. Not one blade of
grass out of place. All roses picture perfect. Not one dirty plate in
the sink at night. Kids say their prayers every night. A spouse that
obeys every command or get the crap beat out ...
Ok Ok, now I have done it, shields up
Enjoy Life ... Dan
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