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Reply #45 - Jul 24th, 2016 at 4:19pm
 
mothra and freediver,

I am going cold on the RSPCA for other reasons.

For some time I have seen that they have been ineffective at controlling dogs and cats.
the problem has got worse.

then I saw this
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KENT Wilson is considered, by his friends, to be a passionate nature-lover and model citizen – but to his neighbour, he will always be the man who shot and buried her beloved cat.

Mia Shepherdson was just 19 when, in February last year, she confronted Wilson, 63, about the disappearance of her family’s black oriental, Spock.

“I was very upset, we had been calling for Spock for days trying to find him, and I asked Kent if he had seen him,” she told The Advertiser.

“He admitted he had shot and buried him on our ‘behalf’ ... I left crying, he said ‘thanks for coming’ and suggested I should buy another cat.”

On Thursday, Miss Shepherdson and her family watched as the Adelaide Magistrates Court fined Wilson $2000 but spared him a conviction for animal cruelty.

Magistrate Paul Foley said Wilson, a lifelong conservationist, was not the typical offender.

“The typical example involves a person who either grossly neglects an animal or whose motive is to simply cause pain and suffering,” he said.

“I accept you genuinely believed Spock was a threat to native wildlife on your property, particularly bird life.”

Wilson — a Justice of the Peace and former scout leader — faced a maximum $50,000 fine or four years’ jail after being found guilty of ill-treating an animal to cause death.

He shot and killed Spock, 2, on the five-acre Ashton block he and his family have spent 40 years maintaining as a refuge for native flora and fauna.

Spock was microchipped, but not wearing a collar, and the Shepherdsons lived just 100m from Wilson’s home — but he did not ask if the cat was theirs before firing.

Last month he appealed the guilty verdict in the Supreme Court, claiming his actions were not an offence under animal welfare laws, but his challenge was rejected.

In her victim impact statement on Thursday, Miss Shepherdson said collecting Spock’s exhumed body from Wilson was “probably the most awful experience of my life”.

“Spock was a friendly and mostly indoor cat who was loved greatly by our family ... (his death) was a hugely distressing time for everyone in my family.

“I am now fearful of Wilson and am terrified of going near his property.”

The RSPCA urged Mr Foley to record a conviction in order to deter others but his counsel said that was unnecessary, given the “unique” nature of the case.

They said Wilson was “a model citizen” and “pillar of the community” who, in a moment of “perverse irony”, faced animal cruelty charges for seeking to protect native wildlife.

Mr Foley agreed a conviction was not required, noting Wilson had already paid compensation to the Shepherdsons.

Outside court, Miss Shepherdson said she was concerned that, without a conviction, Wilson would be permitted to keep his firearms licence.

“We don’t need guns at all, especially where I’m living,” she said.


http://www.couriermail.com.au/news/queensland/naturelover-kent-wilson-who-shot-a...

As the RSPCA spend money trying to prosecute a 'life time conservationist', they don't get my donations any more at all.
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Reply #46 - Jul 24th, 2016 at 4:20pm
 
freediver wrote on Jul 23rd, 2016 at 7:54am:
The RSPCA kills more cats than just about anyone else. And they make it a long, drawn out and fearful process, locking a wild animal in a tiny metal cage.



yes, they run a very inefficient system
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Reply #47 - Jul 24th, 2016 at 9:22pm
 
mothra wrote on Jul 24th, 2016 at 1:37am:
freediver wrote on Jul 23rd, 2016 at 7:54am:
The RSPCA kills more cats than just about anyone else. And they make it a long, drawn out and fearful process, locking a wild animal in a tiny metal cage.



As an animal lover, i am appalled at the RSPCA.

That said, most of the cats they destroy are ones they can catch, mostly abandoned pets and kittens. Ferals are hard to catch.

The best way to deal with feral is to trap, disex and release. An established cat in a territory will occupy more space than an up and coming litter that would ordinarily perish if room weren't made.

Make room for more cats? Cull the adults.

Disex and release.


You really think releasing feral cats into the wild is a good idea for the environment? And don't get me started on the absurd waste of money you are suggesting.

The best way to deal with feral cats is to kill them. I've supplied several to the local pound.
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Reply #48 - Jul 24th, 2016 at 9:48pm
 
freediver wrote on Jul 24th, 2016 at 9:22pm:
mothra wrote on Jul 24th, 2016 at 1:37am:
freediver wrote on Jul 23rd, 2016 at 7:54am:
The RSPCA kills more cats than just about anyone else. And they make it a long, drawn out and fearful process, locking a wild animal in a tiny metal cage.



As an animal lover, i am appalled at the RSPCA.

That said, most of the cats they destroy are ones they can catch, mostly abandoned pets and kittens. Ferals are hard to catch.

The best way to deal with feral is to trap, disex and release. An established cat in a territory will occupy more space than an up and coming litter that would ordinarily perish if room weren't made.

Make room for more cats? Cull the adults.

Disex and release.


You really think releasing feral cats into the wild is a good idea for the environment? And don't get me started on the absurd waste of money you are suggesting.

The best way to deal with feral cats is to kill them. I've supplied several to the local pound.


yes, kill them.

Use a cat cage.

1/ Wash the cage well first to remove all scents.
Maybe spray to with 'feliway'
bait it with strips of beef from woolies or the like.
once the cat is in there, kill it.
Do not let it out.


2/ repeat step 1
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Reply #49 - Jul 26th, 2016 at 10:45am
 
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If you want to learn to stalk? watch your domestic moggie.

Oh n never try to handle a feral cat? not that is unless you have an ambulance close.
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Reply #50 - Jul 26th, 2016 at 1:59pm
 
John Smith wrote on Jul 17th, 2016 at 5:56pm:
Agnes wrote on Jul 17th, 2016 at 5:35pm:
Well there is the odd problem cat- AND dog.



so killing the odd cat shouldn't present a problem then.


It sure will, if it happens to be mine.
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Reply #51 - Jul 26th, 2016 at 2:02pm
 
Sprintcyclist wrote on Jul 24th, 2016 at 4:19pm:
mothra and freediver,

I am going cold on the RSPCA for other reasons.

For some time I have seen that they have been ineffective at controlling dogs and cats.
the problem has got worse.

then I saw this
Quote:
KENT Wilson is considered, by his friends, to be a passionate nature-lover and model citizen – but to his neighbour, he will always be the man who shot and buried her beloved cat.

Mia Shepherdson was just 19 when, in February last year, she confronted Wilson, 63, about the disappearance of her family’s black oriental, Spock.

“I was very upset, we had been calling for Spock for days trying to find him, and I asked Kent if he had seen him,” she told The Advertiser.

“He admitted he had shot and buried him on our ‘behalf’ ... I left crying, he said ‘thanks for coming’ and suggested I should buy another cat.”

On Thursday, Miss Shepherdson and her family watched as the Adelaide Magistrates Court fined Wilson $2000 but spared him a conviction for animal cruelty.

Magistrate Paul Foley said Wilson, a lifelong conservationist, was not the typical offender.

“The typical example involves a person who either grossly neglects an animal or whose motive is to simply cause pain and suffering,” he said.

“I accept you genuinely believed Spock was a threat to native wildlife on your property, particularly bird life.”

Wilson — a Justice of the Peace and former scout leader — faced a maximum $50,000 fine or four years’ jail after being found guilty of ill-treating an animal to cause death.

He shot and killed Spock, 2, on the five-acre Ashton block he and his family have spent 40 years maintaining as a refuge for native flora and fauna.

Spock was microchipped, but not wearing a collar, and the Shepherdsons lived just 100m from Wilson’s home — but he did not ask if the cat was theirs before firing.

Last month he appealed the guilty verdict in the Supreme Court, claiming his actions were not an offence under animal welfare laws, but his challenge was rejected.

In her victim impact statement on Thursday, Miss Shepherdson said collecting Spock’s exhumed body from Wilson was “probably the most awful experience of my life”.

“Spock was a friendly and mostly indoor cat who was loved greatly by our family ... (his death) was a hugely distressing time for everyone in my family.

“I am now fearful of Wilson and am terrified of going near his property.”

The RSPCA urged Mr Foley to record a conviction in order to deter others but his counsel said that was unnecessary, given the “unique” nature of the case.

They said Wilson was “a model citizen” and “pillar of the community” who, in a moment of “perverse irony”, faced animal cruelty charges for seeking to protect native wildlife.

Mr Foley agreed a conviction was not required, noting Wilson had already paid compensation to the Shepherdsons.

Outside court, Miss Shepherdson said she was concerned that, without a conviction, Wilson would be permitted to keep his firearms licence.

“We don’t need guns at all, especially where I’m living,” she said.


http://www.couriermail.com.au/news/queensland/naturelover-kent-wilson-who-shot-a...

As the RSPCA spend money trying to prosecute a 'life time conservationist', they don't get my donations any more at all.


That scumbag needs a good flogging. Asshole.
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Reply #52 - Jul 26th, 2016 at 3:46pm
 
Hoss wrote on Jul 26th, 2016 at 10:45am:
HI ALL

If you want to learn to stalk? watch your domestic moggie.

Oh n never try to handle a feral cat? not that is unless you have an ambulance close.



yep, think I'll give that caper a wide berth ..........
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Reply #53 - Jul 26th, 2016 at 3:55pm
 
Kat wrote on Jul 26th, 2016 at 1:59pm:
John Smith wrote on Jul 17th, 2016 at 5:56pm:
Agnes wrote on Jul 17th, 2016 at 5:35pm:
Well there is the odd problem cat- AND dog.



so killing the odd cat shouldn't present a problem then.


It sure will, if it happens to be mine.


keep him it restricted to your property and it'll never be an issue
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Reply #54 - Jul 26th, 2016 at 4:22pm
 
John Smith wrote on Jul 26th, 2016 at 3:55pm:
Kat wrote on Jul 26th, 2016 at 1:59pm:
John Smith wrote on Jul 17th, 2016 at 5:56pm:
Agnes wrote on Jul 17th, 2016 at 5:35pm:
Well there is the odd problem cat- AND dog.



so killing the odd cat shouldn't present a problem then.


It sure will, if it happens to be mine.


keep him it restricted to your property and it'll never be an issue



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