Ten Lives is excited to launch a new survey to gather feedback and observations from the community about the cat population in the Richmond area.
The survey is part of a community project that began in 2020, aimed at reducing the number of stray cats from Richmond being surrendered to Ten Lives.
Ten Lives CEO Noel Hunt said, “The project took a proactive, community-based approach to managing cats, rather than relying solely on the shelter.”
“The goal was to lower the number of cats coming into care and to help protect local wildlife.”
Ten Lives foster carer Angela Swan, and Ten
Lives CEO Noel Hunt
With City of Clarence recently appointing a Cat Management Officer, this is an ideal opportunity for Ten Lives and City of Clarence to work together.
The first step of the project involves community feedback in the form of a survey. The survey asks questions relating to the respondent’s observations of cat presence in Richmond.
The responses to the survey will help Ten Lives and the City of Clarence better understand the cat population in the Richmond area and collect data to inform future cat management actions.
City of Clarence Mayor Brendan Blomeley said, “Community feedback is essential in helping us make informed, effective decisions that support responsible cat ownership, protect local wildlife, and improve outcomes for both residents and animals.”
If you have a connection to the Richmond area (live in, own a business in, work in, or visit), please fill in the survey here: Cats in Richmond Survey.