Disneyland’s Feral Cat Army: Walt Disney's Secret Pest Plan

<p>You know Disney Ducks — but do you know Minnie&#39;s Kitties? There’s a secret, four-legged unit running the night shift at the Happiest Place on Earth, and you might see them during your next visit to <strong>Disneyland</strong>.This week on <em>Park Peeps,</em> Joey Nolfi and Demi of <em>Magical Hijinx </em>reveal the true story and history of <strong>Disneyland’s Feral Cat Army</strong> — and why Walt Disney allowed them to stay!</p><p>According to lore, when Disney officials first ventured into the upper rafters of Sleeping Beauty Castle in late 1955, they didn&#39;t just find empty space — they uncovered a massive feline colony and a major flea infestation. What followed was an unexpected pest crisis that forced Disney to partner with Anaheim’s stray population to create a permanent, overnight pest-control strategy.<strong>In this episode about Disney theme park history, we cover:</strong></p><ul><li>The Sleeping Beauty Discovery: The bizarre 1955 castle walkthrough inspection that started it all</li></ul><ul><li>Avoiding Public Backlash: How Disney adopted out the original colony to cast members to protect their image as a park run by a giant mouse.</li><li>The Rodent Surge: Why Mickey Mouse&#39;s extended family initially check in to the Happiest Place on Earth.</li></ul><ul><li>The Night Shift Fleet: How an informal working relationship turned into Disney&#39;s working feral cat program.</li></ul><p>Press play to meet the most mysterious cast members in Disney history 🎧 Subscribe to <em>Park Peeps</em> so you never miss an episode!</p>