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Cat files

On this page you will find in-depth information about current and important issues surrounding cats, such as the impact of stray cats on nature, the legislation surrounding stray cats, the fact that cats kill millions of birds every year and the role of cats in the spread of diseases. The files provide insight into causes, consequences and possible solutions based on practical experience and scientific knowledge.

This information helps cat owners and other stakeholders to make conscious choices in the interests of both the cat and its environment.

Cats
Toxoplasmosis – Guideline (R.I.V.M.)

Toxoplasmosis is an infection caused by the parasite Toxoplasma gondii. Toxoplasmosis is spread worldwide exclusively by cats. Infection can occur orally or through vertical transmission.

Cats
Natural history monthly magazine with the theme Wildcat

This publication explains the risks and courses of action to prevent the disappearance of the wild cat.

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A strong but bad habit. Free-roaming house cats and the law.

This article explains why it is a bad habit to let domestic cats roam free in the wild and what the law says about this.

Cats
Health and Science Newsletter

On August 9th, 2024, a newsletter from Health and Science was published on the subject of Zoonoses of cat scratch disease.

Cats
Article about cats in the Financieel Dagblad

On May 6th 2024, an article appeared in the Financieel Dagblad with the subject: Is it bad that cats kill millions of birds per year in the Netherlands?

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Article about cats in Dier en Arts

In 2023, I wrote an article for Dier en Arts on the subject of the stray cat, the wolf, and the veterinarian.

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