Mary, this is really a tough time for you and your cats. Is your husband yelling only about the cats?? Have you considered contacting the North Shore Animal League on Long Island?? They were featured on Animal Planet last evening. I was impressed with all the work they do to insure that the cat/dog gets the right home. Knowing that, would be less stressful for you. Please keep in touch with the group here, they are extremely supportive and have lots of good ideas and all together problems get solved!!