Tempe’s Feline Frenzy: 82 Cats Spayed, Vaccinated and Returned
In Tempe, Arizona, Alley Cat Allies launched a high-volume Trap-Neuter-Return clinic that treated 82 community cats in a single day. Each cat was spayed or neutered, vaccinated against rabies, microchipped and eartipped before being released back to its outdoor home the next day.
The City of Tempe Office of Animal Welfare supports TNR programs and can help 1,000 community cats annually. Alley Cat Allies partnered with the office to provide expert resources and on-the-ground support, stocked the office’s food bank with wet cat food, delivered additional food to caregivers, and supplied educational materials so residents have a one-stop shop for cat care.
Beyond the clinic, the organization visited veterinary clinics across the city to share resources and encourage veterinarians to offer TNR services, noting that many do not currently provide such surgeries. Alley Cat Allies also connected with the Arizona Attorney General’s Office to support investigations and prosecutions of animal cruelty cases.
Looking ahead, the group plans to expand TNR and veterinary support in Tempe and work with state officials to strengthen legal protections for cats and kittens.
Key takeaways
- 82 community cats were treated in one day of TNR in Tempe.
- Each cat received spay/neuter, rabies vaccination, microchipping and ear tagging.
- The City of Tempe can support up to 1,000 community cats per year.
- Alley Cat Allies supplied food, educational materials and veterinary outreach.
- The organization is partnering with state law enforcement to enforce animal cruelty laws.
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Originally reported by Alley Cat Allies. Read the full article.
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