Trap-Neuter-Return Clinic on Chincoteague Island, Virginia, Benefits Community
Volunteers on Chincoteague Island, Virginia, braved rain and wind during the first weekend of November to carry out Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) for 18 community cats, and trap 13 kittens who will be spayed or neutered, socialized, and put up for adoption.
It was the second time this year that a spay and neuter clinic …
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Feral Friends Network® Profile: Humane Society of Charlotte Encourages Trap-Neuter-Return
… t an emergency, they’ll instead speak with Leah Massey, the first-ever community cat coordinator at the Humane Society of Charlotte (HSC). She’ll talk about Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) and caregiving tips if callers want to help the cats, or share ideas for humane deterrents if they’re concerned about cats on their …
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University of Illinois-Springfield Halts Its Campus Trap-Neuter-Return Program
Update: November 9, 2018
The University of Illinois-Springfield still has not reinstated its Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) program. The University of Illinois Board of Trustees’ next meeting is on Nov. 15, and Alley Cat Allies is urging state residents to attend this meeting and ask the university to once again carry out lifesaving TNR …
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From the Field: Working in Fort Bend County, Texas, to Support Trap-Neuter-Return
… efforts in Texas, you know that we’ve been working closely with Fort Bend County to save cats’ lives. After Fort Bend County passed an ordinance allowing Trap-Neuter-Return in June, Fort Bend County Animal Services immediately launched a pilot program in two cities: Needville and Richmond. I traveled there, first, in July to …
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Chincoteague Island, Virginia, Embraces Trap-Neuter-Return Project
Julie Brommer never carried out Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR), but that didn’t stop her from launching a TNR program on Virginia’s Eastern Shore with help from Alley Cat Allies and Caring Hands Animal Support and Education (CHASE).
First, Brommer recruited volunteers to trap and return cats to their outdoor homes, and veterinarians to …
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AnnaBell Washburn, Influential Leader of Trap-Neuter-Return, Dies at 90
… Alley Cat Allies.
Becky knew AnnaBell personally for many years and was greatly influenced by her. In turn, AnnaBell was a steadfast supporter of Alley Cat Allies. Our work has been and will always be inspired by her commitment and enthusiasm. AnnaBell’s impact is noted in Becky’s book, “The Evolution of the Cat …
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Take an Action to Help Cats on Global Cat Day and National Feral Cat Day 2025—October 16
… belief that every cat deserves to live his or her life to the fullest. And, they take action alongside us to help make it happen, from doing Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) in their communities to handing out educational materials to donating to save cats’ lives.
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Queenie the Community Cat is 20 Years Old!
We already know that community cats, especially those who are part of a Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) program, can live long and healthy lives in their outdoor homes. Queenie is just one such community cat, but we think she’s truly …
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4 Kittens Who Made Incredible Transformations Thanks to You
Update on the Cruelty Case of Shadow the Kitten
We’re so happy to share the news: Shadow has been adopted! He’s made an absolutely amazing recovery after being viciously shot in the eye with a dart. Alley Cat Allies helped cover the costs of his surgery and other medical care, and we’re …
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