Community Cat Spay/Neuter Services
Due to the ending of the only free TNR spay/neuter program in MN we are holding an emergency fundraiser so we can continue to support independent TNR trappers and community members with TNR needs. Please give today!
100% of donations will provide TNR support for colony cat projects throughout MN!
Our Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) program addresses the needs of community cats living on the streets of MN through spay/neuter. Our program aims to reduce the suffering and overpopulation of community cats in a safe and humane way, as well as reducing the euthanasia of “unadoptable” cats in local shelters. PPR’s TNR program played an integral part in Minneapolis’ shelter reaching a 90% save rate (as of 2020).
To register as a cat colony caregiver, and assist PPR in our TNR efforts: please complete the application below for each location/address you plan to TNR (scroll to bottom of page). If you are able to trap and transport on your own you are eligible for funding support anywhere in MN. PPR does is not able to provide vet care support beyond spay/neuter or rescue placement.
Find additional resources here.
TNR Guidelines
- The community cat colony must reside within Minnesota.
- Subsidized financial support is available for MN cat colonies based on available funding.
- You will need to monitor and oversee the trapping in the colony you apply to TNR. PPR can provide guidance.
- You will need to transport community cats to the clinic for surgery for the colony you are applying to TNR.
- PPR will subsidize spay/neuter costs as best we can, provide traps (when available) & schedule surgery appts.
- For questions about our TNR program email PPR at Clinics@PetProjectRescue.com
- Complete a TNR form for each location you plan to TNR.
- Due to the growing need for TNR support in MN we have an ongoing wait-list. Completing our TNR form (below) will allow you to be added to our wait-list.
Learn how to Implement TNR in Your Neighborhood:
- TNR Facts
- How to Care for Community Cats
- Step-by-Step Guide to TNR
- Benefits of TNR
- TNR Step-by-Step Video
- TNR Guide Video (Kitten Lady)
- How to Set a TruCatch Trap & Trapping Tips
- How to Set a Havahart Trap Video
- How to Tame Feral Kittens Video
- TNR Vacuum Effect Video
- How to Trap Train
Emergency Care
Found Kitten – what do I do?
If this is a medical emergency please contact an emergency vet (612-626-8387), Animal Humane Society (952-435-7738), Minneapolis Animal Control (311) or a local shelter in your area.
PPR is unable to provide emergency vet care for a wounded pet or stray animal. We do not intake animals. You can also find a list of foster-based rescued here or on Petfinder.com if you are able to hold an animal, or contact Animal Humane Society or your area animal control at the numbers above to request an emergency intake.
Information and Resources for Spay/Neuter
- ASPCA: Spay/neuter for your pet
- MN Spay/Neuter Assistance Program , Animal Humane Society and Purple Cat offer discounted rates for pet owners and TNR cats in need of spay/neuter and vetting services as well as TNR services – costs range from $75-$150 per cat.
How Can You Help?
- Apply (below) to become a colony caregiver for community cats in your neighborhood.
- Donate to support our TNR project, and stop the cycle of cats being born to the streets! The average cost for one community cat is $75 – covering spay/neuter and rabies vaccine.