# Vermont’s Cat Crisis Explained | Burlington News

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Podcast: [Burlington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/burlington-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7606141)
Published: 2026-09-04T09:30:54+00:00
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Over 100 cats discovered on one Vermont property—just the tip of a growing crisis fueled by pandemic-era spay/neuter shortages, skyrocketing vet costs, and rampant feline reproduction. Shelter workers are overwhelmed as cat populations explode, with experts urging every cat owner to get their pets fixed—before it’s too late. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/54d5050d4f41a8fe

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