Who are these horrible cretins that live so close to you Jan? Maybe I've missed something here but isn't there an organization like a human society that they can be reported to? That's animal cruelty and should be reported as such. In most places all animals need to have shots and be licensed, even cats. Bless you for trying to help but you need some official support here I'd say. Where on the East Coast are you? Maybe I can find some help with my mid-Atlantic contacts
Laurie