Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate & Return (TNVR) Program
Trap, neuter, vaccinate, and return (TNVR) is the most effective and humane method of curbing reproduction in the feral or stray cat populations in the community. The process of TNVR involves humanely trapping feral cats, neutering them and providing vaccines, and then returning them to their outdoor homes once they have recovered. CAT's goal is to provide a better quality of life to cats in central Virginia through TNVR practices and providing basic medical and nutritional care.
In order to achieve this goal, CAT will:
- Work in partnership with local veterinary offices and clinics to have feral cats TNVR'd so that cat colonies come as close to possible as 100% sterile. Aside from financial assistance, this includes transportation of cats and providing shelter to cats recovering after surgery.
- Educate cat colony caretakers on TNVR
- Provide assistance to colony caretakers with food and shelter as needed
- Make an effort to find caretakers for colonies who are without one
- Identify and bring outdoor kittens and non-feral cats into foster care for socialization and eventual adoption
- Keep a record of colonies in central Virginia so as to keep up with future support that might be needed
- Make annual estimates of reduction or remediation of colony sizes so as to estimate achievement towards our goal
Do you need help with a few neighborhood strays, a newly found litter of kittens, or even an outdoor colony? Contact CAT by using the contact form below or by emailing us at catactionteamva@gmail.com. (Just make sure to include your preferred contact information and the location of the cat(s) in need.)
Along with the City of Charlottesville, CAT serves the following 12 counties and localities: Albemarle, Augusta, Buckingham, Culpeper, Cumberland, Fluvanna, Goochland, Greene, Louisa, Madison, Nelson, and Orange.
