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Community Cat Coalition

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Community Cat Coalition is a community initiative dedicated to inspire and empower Beacon citizens to proactively and humanely help resolve our community cat overpopulation crisis via education, advocacy and the Trap Neuter Return (TNR) method.

Website: http://communitycatcoalition.com
Location: Beacon
Members: 36
Latest Activity: Jul 27

What The Heck is TNR?

Trap Neuter Return (TNR) is a method of controlling community cat populations. Using this technique, all the feral cats in a colony (family) are humanely trapped, spayed or neutered, vaccinated for rabies, ear tipped for identification and then returned to their home territory where they are fed, sheltered and monitored by a designated Caregiver. Whenever possible, kittens and friendly, adoptable adults are removed from the colony and offered for adoption.

Why TNR? Twenty years of evidence shows that trap and kill programs are not effective population control methods for community cats. The remaining cats will breed, the euthanized cats will quickly be replaced, and then those cats will breed. TNR has proven to be the most effective method of reducing the number of community cats in a specific area. It stops the problem because it stops the breeding. The caregivers provide day to day monitoring of the colonies so that any newcomers can be quickly trapped and sterilized.

TNR also saves taxpayers money. Without TNR, there is an endless stream of cats being brought to municipal shelters, where most of them are euthanized. TNR eliminates the cost to the public of maintaining and euthanizing the cats.

TNR is also good for neighborhoods. Neutering reduces nuisance behavior like late night howling, roaming and marking of territory (by spraying urine). Any negative impact of the cats is further reduced as the number of cats decreases. Caregivers can help resolve any cat-related conflicts by educating their neighbors about the effectiveness of TNR and providing humane cat deterrents, which keep cats away from areas where they are not wanted.

Discussions

TNR for Beginners? 3 Replies

Thanks to Nicole for starting this group. Ever since I moved to Beacon two years ago I've been saddened by how many stray cats are in our neighborhoods. Nicole I think there was a workshop on TNR th…

Started by Kelly Kingman. Last reply by Ben Larson-Wolbrink Feb 22.

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Comment by Nicole Ganas on July 26, 2010 at 7:50pm

Comment by Nicole Ganas on July 20, 2010 at 5:21am

Comment by Nicole Ganas on July 8, 2010 at 10:48pm: Due to logistical complications pertaining to the work I do in the community, the Trap Neuter Return 101 Workshop scheduled for Saturday, July 10 is being postponed. Thank you for your interest in working together to help (our) Beacon community. Stay tuned for the new workshop date.

If anyone has a critical, immediate need for advice or training, please email me privately.

Comment by Andy Brown on July 6, 2010 at 8:30pm: Great youtube vids on socializing feral cats

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vpEcxIgMhyQ

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfraihjBNHM&feature=channel

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jP8E-yFXCT4&feature=channel

Comment by Nicole Ganas on July 6, 2010 at 1:25pm: HELP NEEDED FOR HUDSON

Hudson was rescued from Washington Avenue where he was discarded by his family who recently moved away, leaving him to struggle for his survival on the streets. Hudson is a big, gentle guy who was repeatedly attacked by local tom cats who tore up his face and neck. Luckily, CCC in cooperation with some kind hearted Beacon residents, rescued Hudson and took him into the vet for neutering, vaccination and treatment for his wounds. Hudson is on the mend and in good spirits, despite the discovery that he contracted FIV while forced to endure life on the streets. FIV is not the end for Hudson. With a high protein diet and aggressive treatment of secondary infections, an FIV positive cat can lead a reasonably normal life span. Will you help Hudson go on to lead a long, happy life indoors? Hudson is looking for a loving home where he is either the sole cat or a companion to other FIV positive cat(s). Please get in touch if you can help Hudson with either a foster or permanent home. He is looking forward to meeting you.

Comment by Bob and Linda Nevelus on June 15, 2010 at 10:54am: We have a couple of young strays in the rear yard of the restaurant one is a young male and a female with three legs. I have been feeding them and trying to care for them whenever possible. I'm glad I found this group i'm interested in this kind of care for the cats and possibly adopting the female if it's possible to rehabilitate her for adoption. If some one could contact at the restaurant we would appreciate it. thanks 845-765-0172

Comment by Nicole Ganas on June 6, 2010 at 3:44pm: CCC is organizing a kitten adoption event at Blackbird Attic boutique (www.blackbirdattic.com) on Saturday, June 12 from 12 to 4 PM. As part of the event there will be an art show of kids cat-related art submissions.

Blackbird Attic is located at 442 Main Street (across from ZuZu's).

Mimosas, along with juice for children, and finger-foods will be served for your enjoyment and a gift basket raffle will be featured.

Please pass word along about the event and the call for art to your network.Time is running out, and we need more participation from young artists!

CALL FOR CHILD ART SUBMISSIONS
We are looking to display your youngsters fine works of art on our walls for this event. Please submit a work of art on paper no larger than 8.5 x 11 with a cat theme (other elements may be included) and drop off at Blackbird Attic Tuesday through Sunday 12-5pm on or before Friday, June 11, 2010. Art will remain on display at Blackbird Attic through the month of June and will be available for purchase with 50% of sales to benefit Community Cat Coalition.

We look forward to seeing you at the event!

Comment by Nicole Ganas on June 1, 2010 at 2:13pm: CALL FOR CHILD ART SUBMISSIONS : We are looking to display your youngsters fine works of art on our walls for this event. Please submit a work of art on paper no larger than 8.5 x 11 with a cat theme (other elements may be included) and drop off at Blackbird Attic Tuesday through Sunday 12-5pm on or before Friday, June 11, 2010. Art will remain on display at Blackbird Attic through the month of June and will be available for purchase with 50% of sales going directly to the young artists.

Comment by Nicole Ganas on May 5, 2010 at 7:32am: Good morning, Joan. Great to hear from you. There is a benefit for CCC this Saturday, May 8 at Beahive, but it's not a tag sale (though that sounds like a fantastic idea for a future event). The benefit (and Beahive anniversary) on Saturday is from 7PM to 11PM with live performances, homemade food, wine and craft beer. Very much hope to see you there.

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