Resources
Below
are resources you may find helpful in working with feral cat colonies
or if you are planning on undertaking a DIY Trap/Neuter/Return program.
There are also links to low cost spay/neuter programs for both owned and
unowned animals.
- Action for Animals (Latrobe, PA): low cost spay/neuter programs for low income individuals 724.539.2544 http://members.petfinder.org/~PA60 index.html
- Allegheny Spay and Neuter Clinic: provides reduced cost spay/neuter services (spays $90; neuter $65) - 1937 Daisy St Ext., Clearfield, PA 814.768.3500; www.animal411.net/Clinic.php
- Alley Cat Allies: provides information of feral and stray cat management; advocates for unowned cats - www.alleycat.org
- Best Friends Animal Society Feral Cat Resources page - www.bestfriends.org/nomorehomelesspets/resourcelibrary/feralindex.cfm
- Centre County PAWS: provides vouchers to assist in paying for spay/neuter procedures for owned and unowned cats; holds low cost spay/neuter clinics - open to residents of Centre County and those who work in Centre County- income restrictions do apply - http://centrecountypaws.org/spay/ or 814.237.8722 ext 5 or spayneuter@centrecountypaws.org
- Clarion PAWS: providing TNR services in the Clarion, PA area - www.clarionpaws.org or tnr@clarionpaws.org
- Humane Society of Westmoreland County (Greensburg, PA): provide low cost spay/neuter services 724-837-3779; HSWCGBG@aol.com
- Nardecchia Spay and Neuter Fund (Cambria & Somerset counties): provide financial assistance for spays and neuters to those with financial need www.nardecchia.org; nardecchiafund@yahoo.com
- PAWS of PA: provides TNR and mobile spay/neuter clinics in the Harrisburg area running up to Perry County - www.pawsofpa.org or 717.957.8122
- Pets Come First: Works in partnership with other rescue organizations in Central PA to provide volunteers and resources for pets in need; cats and dogs available for adoption - www.petscomefirst.com
- Pet Pantry of Centre County: provides pet food to low income residents of Centre County PA - http://petpantry.yolasite.com
- PSPCA Centre Hall Branch: 2451 General Potter Highway Centre Hall, PA 16828; 814.364.1725 - cats available for adoption, intake services for strays and surrenders
- SNAP of PA: provides low cost spay/neuter clinics and coupons in the Harrisburg area - www.snapofpa.org
- Spay/Neuter Foundation: provides assistance for spay/neuter services for owned and feral cats in Centre County 814.234.7709
- Steelton Borough Community Cats: provide TNR, spay/neuter assistance, low cost vaccines, food, and assistance to homeless cats in Dauphin county (zip codes 17113, 17104 & 17034) - www.steeltoncats.org
- SUN P.E.T.S: Serves the residents of Snyder, Union,
and Northumberland counties by helping low-income households in those counties with the cost of spaying or neutering their
pets; educate the public on the importance of spaying
and neutering - http://www.sunpets.org/
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FAQ
What does HCF charge for services?
Our base rate for a spay or neuter and vaccines done through our TNR program is $20. A combo test for potentially adoptable cat is $25. Worming medication is available for $4 per cat and flea medication is available at $3 per cat. Please note that these rates are only available to cats currently in the TNR program, not the general public.
How do I get cats into a clinic?
The first step is to submit an application form. You will then be placed on the waiting list and contacted when it is time to bring your cats in.
How long will I have to wait for help once I contact HCF?
Unfortunately, our waiting list is quite long and we cannot predict how quickly we will be able to help you once you are approved. The time depends on many factors outside of our control such as the availability of veterinarians for our clinics and emergency situations that may arise. We do offer assistance with "Do It Yourself" TNR programs and encourage those who are able to start working on their colony while waiting for assistance. We can also direct you to organizations who provide financial assistance for feral spay/neuter procedures.
Does HCF take in stray cats or owner surrenders?
No. HCF is not an adoption organization and we do not have a shelter to house cats in other than the small number of foster homes we use. All cats that we have available for adoption come to us from our work with feral colonies. Please contact your local humane organization for assistance.
I have cats living on my property and I want to take care of them. What should I do?
The most important thing is to have the cat(s) spayed or neutered and vaccinated. HCF can provide guidance on trapping the cat and help you secure financial assistance for feral/stray alters. Next, you should be sure the cat(s) have a warm, dry place to sleep and access to clean food and water. Check out the Programs page for more information on shelters and DIY programs.
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