TNR stands for trap neuter release. This is a practice used to prevent the constant cycle of kittens going into shelters. Many shelters are resisting the use of TNR. Shelters highlight caring for one kitten and have no plan to address the underlying cause. Hannah Shaw, an animal rescuer and educator said it best, “If you are taking in kittens but you are not sterilizing the community cats, I have to wonder how on earth anyone can argue that, that is a correct use of resources.” Shelters need to learn the importance of TNR and we must shed light on this issue. Adding on to this many kittens who are born, are born with health issues are not getting the help they need to live a healthy and long life. This will continue if more shelters choose to not incorporate TNR into their systems. This is why more people need to be educated on this topic and how important it is to cats health.
Many people don’t know that you can foster kittens! What does fostering kittens mean? Well it is just what it sounds like, you give kittens the proper care that they need until they reach 8-9 weeks old. Many shelters don’t have the proper resources and time to care for so many kittens at once. That is why fostering is a big part in helping more kittens get the care they deserve. Fostering is important because it helps reduce overcrowding in shelters. As a result, it can give an opportunity for another animal to be saved. Fostering can also help prepare cats for adoption. It can do this by giving them a chance to live in a home where they can express themselves, work to overcome their fears, or recover from trauma that they have experienced. **Must be 18 Years Old or Older to Foster Kittens