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Feral Cats: Frequently Asked Questions
The HSUS's Position Statement on Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR)
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Overview/ Essential Information
Articles and Studies
Feral Cats: Frequently Asked Questions
"Trap, Neuter and Return of Feral Cats: A Texas Example," by Margaret R. Slater, DVM [PDF]
"Feral Cats: An Overview," by Margaret R. Slater, DVM and Stephanie Shain; The State of the Animals III; 2003 [PDF]
"Counting Cats—What population ecology models can tell us about TNR programs," by Hillary Twining; Animal Sheltering Magazine; Nov.-Dec. 2006
HSUS Position Statement on Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR)
"Cat Caretakers Meet in the Middle," by Nancy Peterson
"For This Group, Cats Are Where It's At—Neighborhood Cats promotes TNR in New York City and beyond," Animal Sheltering Magazine; May-June 2006
"Feral Cats: A Tale of Five Cities," by Nancy Lawson; Animal Sheltering Magazine; March-April 2005
"Trap-Neuter-Release-Success?—Study evaluates effects of feral cat sterilization program," by Katina Antoniades; Animal Sheltering Magazine; July-Aug. 2003
"Implementation of a feral cat management program on a university campus," by Kathy Hughes and Margaret Slater, DVM; Journal of Applied Animal Welfare Science [PDF]
"And Then There Were 22 ...Study conducted at a Florida university finds that patience, diligence, and discretion in a trap-neuter-return program can cut free-roaming cat numbers," by Nancy Lawson; Animal Sheltering Magazine; May-June 2003
"Caring for Feral Cats In The Clinic," by Nancy Peterson; Veterinary Technician Magazine; Aug. 2006 [PDF]
"Help for Homeless Cats—If an unknown cat suddenly appears, how can you tell if this cat is feral or lost? Our experts share ways to keep cats from becoming homeless," by Nancy Peterson; Catnip Newsletter; May 2006 [PDF]
"The effects of implementing a feral cat spay/neuter program in a Florida county animal control service," by Kathy Hughes and Margaret Slater, DVM; Journal of Applied Animal Welfare Science [PDF]
"A Rosie Outlook on Life," by Nancy Peterson, Affluent Magazine, Nov. 2007.
"Maffets Care for Feral Cats Through Trap-Neuter-Return Program," by Nancy Peterson, March 2008.
Feral Cat Disaster Planning presentation by Laura Bevan
"Middle School 'Animal Heroes' Help Feral Cats in Nevada Town," Oct 14, 2008
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Online Courses and Webinars
"Trap-Neuter-Return: How to Manage a Feral Cat Colony," by Bryan Kortis; presented by Humane Society University
Complete List of Humane Society University Online Courses
"Feral Cat 101 for Animal Control Officers," by Lisa Tudor and Katie Sweeney; presented by PetSmart Charities
"Feral Cats and Trap, Neuter & Return: What Recent Science Demonstrates," by Margaret Slater, DVM; presented by PetSmart Charities
"Trap-Neuter-Return: Community and Colony Solutions for Feral Cats," by Bryan Kortis; presented by PetSmart Charities
"Persuading Municipal Officials to Go With TNR," by Bryan Kortis; presented by PetSmart Charities
Complete List of Petsmart Charities Online Webinars
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Books, Brochures, CD/DVDs, Kits
"Community Approaches to Feral Cats," by Margaret R. Slater; Humane Society Press
Neighborhood Cats TNR Kit: "The Neighborhood Cats TNR Handbook: A Guide to Trap-Neuter-Return for the Feral Cat Caretaker" and the "How to Perform a Mass Trapping" Instructional Video
"Implementing a Community TNR Program," by Bryan Kortis; published by The HSUS
Visit our Animal Sheltering website for more books and DVDs.
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On-Site Workshops and Conferences
National Feral Cat Summit
Complete List of On-site Workshops Presented by Humane Society University
The HSUS' Animal Care Expo
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Advocacy
Tips for Writing a Letter to the Editor About Feral Cats [PDF]
Testimonials Describing the Advantages of Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) for Feral Cats
Feral Cats in the News—the Feral Cat Blog
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Spay/ Neuter
SPAY USA (1-800-248-SPAY)
Friends of Animals (1-800-321-PETS)
"Everything You Need To Know About A Feral S/N Program But Were Afraid To Ask!," by Susan Kilgore; presented by PetSmart Charities
The Animal Care Foundation in Kaneohe, Hawaii—Provides free spay/neuter and free or at-cost microchipping to feral caretakers. Contact Sabina De Giacomo DVM, CEO, 808-396-3333.
Animal Rights Foundation of Florida in Pembroke Pines, Florida—Provides low and no-cost spay-neuter services in Broward County; 954-727-ARFF or arff@aimalrightsflorida.org.
Humane Alliance
Low Cost or Free Spay/Neuter Programs in the United States
Neuter/Spay Nationwide
ACC-D works on reinventing TNR by advancing non-surgical sterilization for cats.
Contact your local animal care and control agencies, humane societies and veterinary colleges to see if they work with feral cat caretakers or can direct you to additional resources.
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Volunteers
"Volunteer Management for Animal Care Organizations," by Betsy McFarland; Humane Society Press
Volunteer Management Discussion Group—A group for managers of volunteers who work with shelters, breed placement groups, and other animal welfare organizations.
Everyone Ready—A cutting-edge staff development training plan designed to support you in your work with volunteers.
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Grants
ShelterSource—An extensive list of organizations that fund animal welfare projects [PDF]
List of Foundations That Provide Grants to Animal Welfare Organizations; AnimalSheltering.org
Collection of Grant Articles for Animal Organizations; AnimalSheltering.org
PETCO Foundation—The PETCO Foundation encourages Applications for Support from any 501(c)(3) organization that shares its mission and fulfills one or more of the Four Rs: Reduce, Rescue, Rehabilitate, Rejoice. Organizations should be local and be able to enlist the support of their local PETCO store.
"Grant Writing Secrets from Funders: Live at HSUS Conference," by Patty Finch; presented by PetSmart Charities
"Grantwriting For TNR Programs," by Kit Jenkins; presented by PetSmart Charities
PetSmart Charities—PetSmart Charities' grants typically are awarded for programs that reduce the homeless population of animals through methods other than euthanasia.
Fred Baldwin Memorial Foundation—Supports projects that benefit the people of Maui County. Contact foundations@hcf-hawaii.org
Hawaii Cat Foundation in Honolulu, Hawaii—Works with Humane Society of Hawaii to TNR feral cats. Contact hcf@hicat.org (see link to Hawaii Cat Foundation under "off-site links")
Two Mauds—Supports grassroots organizations providing spay-neuter and other "hands-on" programs in the southern states and Appalachia. Contact Jim Mason at 212-576-2031 or jbmason@mntvernon.net
Summerlee Foundation
Contact your local animal care and control agencies, humane societies and veterinary colleges to see if they work with feral cat caretakers or can direct you to additional resources.
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Fundraising
"Fund-raising for Animal Care Organizations," by Julie Miller Dowling; Humane Society Press
Collection of Fundraising Articles for Animal Organizations; AnimalSheltering.org
Shelter Fundraising—A moderated group for those involved with companion animal welfare organizations to share fundraising ideas.
Fundrasing4Pets—A moderated group for those involved with companion animal welfare organizations to share fundraising ideas.
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Fostering/Adoption
Guidelines for Finding a Responsible Home
Cat Behavior Tipsheets for Adopters and Fosterers
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TNR Ordinances
Cook County, IL
Bloomington, IN
Hamilton County, IN
Indianapolis, IN
Baltimore, MD
Omaha, NE
Stone Harbor, NJ
Tabernacle, NJ
Clark County, NV
Town of Bristol, RI
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Animal Control Ordinances that Exempt Feral Cats
Animal Control Act (IL): Sec. 35. Liability exemption
City of Greer, SC: Section 4-117 Pet limit exemption
Glendale, CA: 6.04.130 Keeping of animals exemption, 6.04.140 Leaving food outside exemption, 6.04.190 Stray animals declared a nuisance exemption
Okaloosa County, FL: Sec. 5-31. Harboring exemption
Sacramento County, CA: 8.08.030 Licensing Exemption
Salt Lake County, UT: 8.01.040 Animal at Large Exemption
Santa Cruz County, CA: 6.10.040 Registered Colony Exemption
Summit, OH: 7.04.130 Owner defintion exemption
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Build a Shelter
Neighborhood Cats' Winter Shelter
Indy Feral: Outdoor Cat Shelters
Allie Cat Allies: Build an Inexpensive Feral Cat Shelter
Urban Cat League: Feral Cat Shelters
Shelby Pets: How You Can Shelter a Feral Cat This Winter
Winnipeg Humane Society: Red's R10 Insulation Cat Shelter
Feral Villa
Directions and Wood/Cuts for a Lightweight Wood Cat Shelter
Updated Nov. 3, 2008.
