Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) is the most effective and humane method of managing cat colonies. Here are some upcoming TNR events and related resources for those interested in helping community cats.
ASPCA’s Trap Neuter Return and Monitor (TNRM) Certification for NYC
January 16, 2021
This 2-hour ASPCA online training is specifically for New York City residents. This course presents best practices for beginning or elevating a TNRM program.
Attendees will learn:
- The history and behavior of community cats
- Best practices for TNRM
- How TNRM is the most humane and effective method to managing community cat colonies
- How to become an advocate for unowned cats in your community
- How to use Box traps, dividers, special trapping techniques, and pre/post spay-neuter in-trap care
- Free services the ASPCA offers rescuers in New York City
- How to network with fellow caretakers
Click here to learn more: https://www.aspcapro.org/training-online-courses/trap-neuter-return-and-monitor-tnrm-certification-nyc
Online Cat Conference 2021
January 29, 30 and 31, 2021
Hosted by Community Cats Podcast, this virtual convention is for anyone who would like to help community cats. Topics covered will include cat health, rescuing and saving cats, how to start a local program to help cats and their owners in your community, and best practices for cat spay/neuter.
Click here to learn more and register: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/product/online-cat-conference-2021/
Archived Resources
Neighborhood Cats TNR Certification Workshop
December 5, 2020, from 2:00–4:30 p.m. EST
Find out everything you need to know to become part of the solution for feral and stray cats in your neighborhood. Expert instructors will teach you the best practices for Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) and colony management. We’ll cover getting along with neighbors, preparations for trapping, trapping itself (including entire colonies at once), feeding, providing winter shelter, and more.
Click here to learn more and register: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/product/neighborhood-cats-tnr-certification-workshop-dec-5/
- The 7 Steps of TNR
- Trapping Tips and Tricks
- The Drop Trap: A Trapper’s Best Friend
- Colony Caretaking Tips & Tricks
Alley Cat Allies
- Why Trap-Neuter-Return Feral Cats? The Case for TNR
- Cats and the Law: Finding and Understanding Your Laws
Maddie’s University
- How to Start a Trap Neuter Return Program
- Let’s Keep Community Cats in the Community Where They Belong
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Return to Field: Animal Shelters and a New Approach to Healthy, Unowned Cats
