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  • Population Dynamics

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  • Uncontrolled owned cat populations pose ecological and public health challenges.
  • Effective management strategies are crucial for sustainable pet population control.
  • Previous models have not fully explored age-specific interventions for owned cats.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a mathematical model for predicting owned cat population dynamics in Knox County, TN.
  • To evaluate the efficacy of different spay intervention strategies.
  • To identify optimal age classes for surgical sterilization programs.

Main Methods:

  • A discrete-time mathematical model was formulated incorporating feline biological properties.
  • The model simulated population growth and the impact of spaying interventions.
  • Scenarios focused on varying proportions of surgeries across different age groups.

Main Results:

  • The model successfully predicted future owned cat population trends under various scenarios.
  • Targeting specific age classes for spaying proved more effective than general approaches.
  • The study quantified the impact of age-focused sterilization on population reduction.

Conclusions:

  • Age-specific spay programs are a highly effective tool for managing owned cat populations.
  • Mathematical modeling provides a robust framework for designing efficient animal control interventions.
  • These findings can inform public policy and resource allocation for cat population management in Knox County and similar regions.