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  • TNR Scenarios: Nursing Mother Cat

    If you have trapped a cat who may have a litter of kittens, don't panic. We have tips to ensure a positive outcome for both mother cat and her kittens.

  • Keep Community Cats Comfortable While in Their Trap

    When cats have to be in humane box traps, for Trap-Neuter-Return or other reasons, make the experience as pleasant and safe as possible. Here are tips to keep cats comfortable during their stay.

  • How to Catch a Feral or Stray Cat with a Trap

  • TNR Scenarios: Hard to Trap Cats

    Some cats are harder to trap than others. See our tips on how to catch feral or stray cats to safely and humanely trap cats. Learn more!

  • TNR Scenarios: Trapping Kittens

  • TNR Scenarios: How to Trap Kittens and Mother Cats

    Get the tips you need to safely trap mom cat and her kittens when they need your help.

  • Pre-Trapping Preparation

  • A Little Bait Goes a Long Way

    To increase your chances of luring a feral cat so you can (safely) trap it for the Trap-Neuter-Return program, use bait with a strong smell, like tuna or sardines. Learn more.

  • Trapping Equipment for Feral and Community Cats

    Having the right equipment is key to a successful Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) effort. A humane box trap or drop trap will ensure the safety of the cats from the time you trap to when you release them after recovery. Use these tips for safe and effective trapping.

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