What is the Pets ALIVE protocol for spaying/neutering feral cats?
Due to the unpredictable nature of capturing feral cats, we do not require an appointment for feral cats to be admitted for spaying and neutering. Feral cats will only be accepted for treatment, however, if transported in a live / humane trap. This is for the safety of the animal and of our vet staff. Pets ALIVE has live / humane traps available for loan. There is no fee for borrowing a trap; however, a $50 refundable deposit is required. In order to accommodate our weekday-only surgery schedule, traps should be set Sunday through Thursday. Trapped feral cats can be brought to the Clinic Monday through Friday morning. Once at the Clinic, the guardian / caretaker will be asked to complete and sign an admission form and patient information sheet. We realize that very little may be known about this animal, but any information could help to ensure the cat’s safe care at our facility. Especially pertinent would be reports of recent litters, injuries, or illness. We understand that feral cat
