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    To improve the lives of the millions of cats living on our streets and support the compassionate people caring for them. 

    What is TNR?

    Trap-Neuter-Return, or TNR, is the most humane and effective method known for managing feral and stray cats. The cats are trapped, spayed and neutered, vaccinated and then returned to their outdoor homes. Caretakers provide food and shelter and monitor the cats. When possible, friendly adults and young kittens are removed for adoption. Learn more.


    Back in 1999, there were no services for feral cats in New York City. Co-founder Bryan Kortis explains how Neighborhood Cats changed that.

    Sammy wants to light up your home!

    Sparky young tuxedo, long-haired and well-mannered, a touch shy but warms up with a bit of play, seeks his life-long companion. Could you be the lucky one?

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    To learn more about TNR:

    Feral News Watch

    New FIV/FeLV testing guidelines issued by American Association of Feline Practitioners  
    New standards should mean more accurate results and live outcomes
    Posted Jan 10, 2020
    Neighborhood Cats named Best Rescue in Manhattan by The Spirit  
    "Feral cats are the focus of this pioneering and influential Upper West Side rescue."
    Posted Dec 17, 2019
    Trappers to save ferals left behind on abandoned Newfoundland island  
    Volunteers overcome government plan to kill the cats
    Posted Dec 16, 2019
    Research into feline digestive disease uses genetic profiling of microbacteria  
    Scientists at UC Davis used Kickstarter to launch "Kitty Biome"
    Posted Dec 16, 2019
    Planting the seeds of TNR: Empowering everyday people to tackle the community cat challenge  
    Neighborhood Cats featured in cover article for Animal Sheltering's Fall 2019 issue
    Posted Dec 06, 2019