One of the resident feral cats at Disneyland Resort has caught the attention of Disney Parks fans, sparking concern and speculation after it was reportedly spotted in a cage near the Toy Story Parking Area. Described as “older” and possibly “frail,” the feline’s situation has prompted questions about its care and well-being.
Feral cats have been a staple of Disneyland Resort since its early days, helping to control pests in a natural, eco-friendly way. These nocturnal animals are usually elusive, often avoiding interaction with guests. However, some become familiar sights around Disneyland Park, Disney California Adventure Park, and Downtown Disney District, earning them a loyal fan following.
A Cat in Question
Reddit user u/Purple_Bag_3561 recently shared a post about the cat’s unusual circumstances:
“There is a cat that seems to be living in the Toy Story parking lot ‘cage’ where equipment (cones etc.) are stored,” they wrote. “It’s been there day and night the last three days.”
While the observer noted that food and water bowls were present, they expressed concern that the cat seemed confined to the cage.
“Anyone know this cat’s story? Or who cares for the cat?” they asked. “Doesn’t seem like it’s able to leave the area.”
The post quickly sparked a discussion among Disney Parks fans. Many sympathized with the cat, while others speculated it might be part of Disneyland Resort’s ongoing Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) program for managing feral cats.
Feral Cat Management
User u/kaytbug86 explained how TNR practices could be influencing the cat’s situation:
“I do not know about this specific cat, but I can say it is quite common in the feral cat TNR community to keep the cat in one place for a while. Provide it food, shelter, [a] litter box, and a quiet place to sleep, and it will likely consider that location as its home. After a couple+ weeks, you release the cat and hope it comes back at night for dinner. This is how it’s done with barn cats and the like.”
This perspective suggested that the cat might be new to the area and undergoing an acclimation period.
Another user, u/–Flutacious–, reassured commenters that the cat appeared healthy and was not confined against its will:
“It was there when we were there six weeks ago,” they wrote. “It can definitely get out of the cage if it wants to. It looked like the food and water bowls were being regularly filled.”
At this time, Disneyland Resort has not commented on the specific circumstances of this cat.
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