Trap Neuter Return (TNR)
Trap Neuter Return (TNR) (aka Trap Neuter Release) is becoming recognized as an efficient and cost-effective tool for controlling and reducing feral cat populations. The concept is simple. Trap the cats, spay or neuter, then return those cats to the colony/area where they were found. As the cats can no longer reproduce, the colony diminishes in size over time. Additionally, by reducing or eliminating mating, the behaviour of unsterilized animals that includes fighting and wandering (looking for mates) is eliminated. TNR not only controls the unchecked growth of unsterilized animals, it improves the health, behaviour and quality of life of the affected animals. Benefits of TNR include
- Smaller feral cat colonies
- Fewer public nuisance problems
- Decreased shelter euthanasia rates
- Lower animal control costs
- Improved lives for stray and feral cats.
Related Links Alley Cat Allies Factsheets An excellent manual on TNR from Operation Catnip Alley Cat Allies Resource Centre Stray Pet Advocacy
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