I see no problem with CC's. Yes, they will become hook shy but that happens with all fish. A big bass got that way by being hook shy and so do big bluegills.

The goal should be to to catch and eat the cats at around 2 or so pounds. If you let the kids name them, you're hosed.

It's not about the fish. It's about the pond. Take care of the pond and the fish will be fine. PB subscriber since before it was in color.

Without a sense of urgency, Nothing ever gets done.

Boy, if I say "sic em", you'd better look for something to bite. Sam Shelley Rancher and Farmer Muleshoe Texas 1892-1985 RIP Grandpa