TRAP, NEUTER, RELEASE.
We do actively participate in TNR efforts.
The number of "Community Cats" United States is estimated to be in the tens of millions. A community cat is one that is unowned and is free-roaming - often called "stray."
These are generally the cats we see for adoption at our local shelters. Every year, millions of these cats are euthanized because of overcrowding, health or behavior issues.
Fixing just one female cat, can prevent about 175 kittens being born
One of the first lines of defense in overpopulation is to spay and neuter your pets to prevent overcrowding, which can lead to unsanitary conditions and health problems. In addition, cats on the streets do not know how to be social with humans, leading them to be harder to adopt and more likely to be euthanized.
Fur All Kittys supports TNRM (Trap-Neuter-Return-Monitor) as a humane and effective method to manage community cat populations. We currently are trapping cats in several colonies in Elizabeth, East Pittsburgh, and Homestead.
When we are asked to trap cats, we rely on neighbors and volunteers in this effort. Traps need constant monitoring to ensure safety for the cats or other animals. We also need to coordinate clinic appointments so teamwork is key.
We may require monetary deposits for traps or compensation for bait food depending on the situation.
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