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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. Learn more.


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    Feral News Watch

    Neighborhood Cats' National Programs Director featured in Maddie's Pet Forum  
    New online animal welfare forum from Maddie's Fund interviews Bryan Kortis for first "founding member" portrait
    Posted Jul 09, 2018
    Honolulu budgets $300K for TNR, setting the example for local governments  
    Despite tired, old opposition from state's wildlife agency, City Council moves ahead
    Posted Jul 09, 2018
    Scientists on brink of testing eradication of feral species through gene altering technology  
    Gene drives are heavily funded by the military, involve permanent alteration of animals who may prove difficult to geographically contain - what could possibly go wrong?
    Posted Jul 08, 2018
    Osceola County Animal Control receives funding up to $500K for community cat program  
    Latest recipient of Best Friends' grant aims to alter 2,500 cats a year for 3 years
    Posted Jul 08, 2018