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New Braunfels just hit pause on its catch-and-release stray cat program because a feral cat tested positive for rabies, so you'll want to be extra careful around neighborhood strays right now. If you volunteer with local animal groups, definitely check the city's website for the latest updates on when things might resume.
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Rising — being discussed more frequently. 1 mention in the last 30 days.
Right now, there's no word on extra costs, but halting the program could mean spending more down the road if stray populations start climbing again.
Public health is the big winner here, since pressing pause keeps people and pets safe from potential rabies exposure.
Local stray cats and the folks who volunteer to care for them take the hit, as population control efforts and community feedings get put on hold.
We'll include it in your weekly brief whenever the council takes it up.
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