TNVR (Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return) Saves Lives!
Important Update
As of December 31, 2018, Spay Neuter Kingston Initiative (SNKI) no longer oversees the City of Kingston’s TNVR program. However, other local rescues continue to offer TNVR services—please contact the City of Kingston for assistance. SNKI remains committed to caring for our existing colonies and will assess new cases individually. For inquiries, reach out to [email protected].
What is TNVR?
Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return (TNVR), also known as Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR), is a compassionate, non-lethal approach to managing feral cat populations. This proven method involves:
- Trapping feral cats in a humane and stress-free manner.
- Neutering/Spaying to prevent overpopulation.
- Vaccinating against common diseases and treating for parasites.
- Returning healthy cats to their colony, where they help maintain a stable population by preventing new, unsterilized cats from moving in.
Caretakers continue to provide food, shelter, and monitoring to ensure the well-being of returned cats.
Why TNVR Works
The key to TNVR’s success is sterilization—it stops the cycle of uncontrolled breeding, reduces shelter intake, and lowers euthanasia rates. With rescues and shelters already at capacity, TNVR is the most effective and humane strategy for managing feral cat populations.
All cats treated through SNKI’s TNVR program receive:
✅ Spay/neuter surgery
✅ Core vaccinations
✅ Flea and parasite treatment
✅ An “ear tip” (a painless marking indicating they’ve been sterilized)
What About Socialized Cats?
Some adult cats and kittens caught through TNVR can be socialized and adopted. When possible, SNKI brings these cats into foster care and adoption programs. We cover veterinary costs and provide food (when available) until they find loving, permanent homes.
As a 100% volunteer-driven nonprofit, SNKI relies on donations to continue supporting local animals. Every contribution directly helps cats in need!
Learn More:
📍 TNVR & the City of Kingston – Find out if you qualify for a full-cost voucher.
🐱 Managed Colonies – Discover how SNKI supports feral cat communities.
For more information or to get involved, contact us at [email protected].
