What are TNR Clinics?
Street Cats Club, in partnership with Prairie Paws Animal Shelter, offers free weekly Trap/Neuter/Return (TNR) clinics for outdoor cats living in Emporia.
These clinics are designed for community members who are able to trap and transport friendly stray cats themselves.
Every cat receives:
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Spay or neuter surgery
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Rabies vaccine
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FVRCP vaccine
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Ear-tip (universal sign they’ve been fixed)
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Microchip with free registration
This is the most effective way to reduce the stray cat population and prevent future litters.
Who Can Use This Program?
This program is for:
✔ Outdoor cats living within Emporia city limits
✔ Friendly stray/community cats
✔ Kittens 8 weeks (2 months) or older
✔ Pregnant cats (yes, we accept them)
Not eligible:
✖ Indoor/pet cats
✖ Cats outside of Emporia
How the Clinic Works
What You'll Need
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Humane trap
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Transportation
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Recovery space
Need a trap?
We provide rentals ($50 refundable deposit may apply).
Why This Matters
Spaying and neutering outdoor cats:
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Prevents unwanted litters
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Reduces fighting, spraying, and nuisance behaviors
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Improves overall health
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Keeps cats out of shelters
One clinic can prevent dozens - if not hundreds - of kittens from being born into homelessness.
Important
Guidelines
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Cats must be outdoor cats
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Cats must live in Emporia
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Ear-tipping is required (no exceptions)
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Cats must be brought in a trap or carrier (if friendly)
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Do not feed after midnight before surgery
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Traps should never be left unattended or open overnight