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Animal-control official outlines limits on feral-cat pickups, urges trap-neuter-release
Summary
Lindenwold's animal-control representative told residents shelters must have space before officers can pick up feral cats; animals taken are held seven days and then euthanized if not reclaimed. The official encouraged participation in well-managed TNR programs and noted a long wait list for borough traps.
At the April 8 Lindenwold council meeting, the borough’s animal-control representative described how the department handles feral and nuisance cats and urged residents to follow best practices for trap-neuter-release (TNR).
The representative said the department "is only able to pick up feral cats if the shelters have space. If they do take the animals, they are held for seven days and then euthanized." He explained that when shelters decline intake due to capacity, Animal Control cannot transfer animals and that borough personnel focus TNR work where feasible to reduce nuisance behavior over time.
The presenter described the borough's TNR practice and encouraged residents to participate in well-managed programs that comply with animal-cruelty laws. He noted there is a form on Animal Control’s website to request a trap but that there is a very long wait list; residents may purchase and set their own traps, but borough pickup after trapping depends on shelter availability. He also advised that Animal Control does not handle wild animals unless there are signs of illness or rabies exposure and recommended contacting pest-control professionals for wildlife concerns.
Mayor Roach and councilmembers accepted the presentation and did not record further action; the presentation served as an informational briefing rather than a council directive.
Next step: residents seeking trap requests were directed to the borough animal-control web resources and to await shelter-space availability or make private trap arrangements.
