I think it's a terrible idea !!!
I love animals, I'm 100% behind helping strays but those machines are seriously ill thought out IMO
OK, they'll encourage people to recycle - instant gratification and all that - but beyond that, all I can see are problems coming from them.
> They're not going to help with the underlying issue of strays, the only way to deal with that is through education and some sort of neutering programme.
> I can see a vermin problem building up with the inevitable spilled food that finds its way into places inaccessible to cats or dogs.
> Are business owners and residents really going to want a 'stray animal' feeding station on their doorstep long term? Yes, it sounds sweet, but the reality is going to be animals congregating around the machines, fighting over food, making noise to get attention and a build up of animal 'waste' around that area.
> How long will it be before somebody tries to pet or hand feed a feral animal and ends up being bitten?
> Strays are going to become dependent on them for a source of food and if / when the machines get decommissioned are going to be left in a worse position than they are now.
And that's just off the top of my head.
Given a bit more time I'm sure I could come up with another load of reasons why I think it's a ridiculous plan
