I am curious to know if anyone has noticed a recent increase in the number of LOOSE cats around their property. At 505 Balboa, we have at least 4 different cats roaming through our enclosed backyard patio and one which boldly sits next to the patio door. The spraying is horribly obnoxious and I am tired of it. Not sure what we can do about it. Comments?

''stray pet'' REPLY

Very TIMELY message !!! We are having
a BOARD meeting IN THE MORNING ( Tues
3/5) and I'll relay your concerns !!

I'll respond to your concerns in this
very column after BOARD discussion.

Thanks for your INTEREST and PARTICIPATION !!!!

Cinnammon or Hot Pepper

Heard that Cinnammon sprinkled over the ground/plants works to keep cats at bay - will check to see if this is reliable information when I go to my volunteers meeting with the Irving Humane Society Tuesday evening.

If you know they are strays, Irving Animal Control might be able to help(972) 721-2256.

Obviously, the best solution for all of us is responsible pet owners who have their animals neutered and also keep them in the house!

I'll be back with you -

Animal Control

They won't come unless you have it caught already. They won't chase after it.