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We’ve put together a wide variety of information and resources that Indianapolis/Marion County cat owners and colony caretakers will find useful. Search for a topic or select one of the quick links below to get started.

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Frequently Asked Questions

We’ve done our best to compile a list of the most requested resources or topics, as well as a few of the most common questions we get asked. Keep in mind, these solutions are crafted for residents of Indianapolis/Marion County. If you don’t see your question listed, feel free to use the search bar below in order to find your desired content.

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We experience a large volume of requests, especially during certain times of the year. If you’ve submitted a request for assistance, and you haven’t heard anything from us, then please take a look at these suggestions.

First off, don’t panic! There are a few things to consider before scooping up a bundle of kittens. We’ve put together some tips which should help answer some of your questions and provide the best outcomes for all. 

When it comes to outdoor cats, not all of them are stray. In fact, many are likely to be in their natural habitat as community cats. These tips will help you identify community cats vs. stray or abandoned cats, helping you make the best choice for all involved.

Shelters are generally available for pickup from December to February. Dates, times, and pickup locations will be posted as they become available. Check the link below for availability.

If you’ve lost or found a pet, there are some important steps to follow in order to ensure the best outcomes for all. Take a look at these suggestions for reporting a lost or found pet.

There are a number of local veterinarians that offer spay-neuter services with special pricing for community cats. We’ve listed some of them on our website. We recommend contacting the individual clinics or offices for specific pricing.

There are a number of local veterinarians that offer low-cost spay/neuter services. We’ve listed some of them on our website. We recommend contacting the individual clinics or offices for specific pricing.

The dates and times for our Pet Food Pantry operations can be found on our pantry’s page, along with instructions on how new clients can register.  

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If you didn’t see your question on our list above, try using the search bar below. It’s possible that the answer you’re looking for is elsewhere on our site or even covered in one of our articles. If all else fails, send us a message, and we’ll see how we can help.

Don't panic!

What To Do If...

Find solutions to a few of the most common issues encountered by Indy residents.

Sick or Injured Cat

If you found a sick or injured cat outside,
the next steps are very important.

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Please follow these guidelines to
ensure the best outcomes for all.

Report Animal Abuse

If you see animal abuse or neglect,
you can submit a report to the city.

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Please follow these instructions
to report animal abuse or neglect.

Report Lost/Found Pet

If you lost or found a pet, we
recommend the following steps.

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Please follow these steps
to report a lost/found pet.

Found Stray Cat

If you find a stray cat outside,
here's our best advice.

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Please follow these guidelines to
ensure the best outcomes for all.

Found Kittens

If you found kittens outside,
there are important things to consider.

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Please follow these guidelines to
ensure the best outcomes for all.

Community Cat Relocation

Follow these tips to safely relocate
a community cat to a new environment.

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Take the mystery out of
relocating a community cat.

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Request Assistance for a Community Cat

If you need spay/neuter assistance or medical assistance for a community cat (unowned outdoor cat), please follow the steps below.

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What's a Community Cat?

In order to provide the most effective resources, we first need to determine the status of the cat in need. A community cat is an unowned outdoor cat that may or may not have its left ear tipped. Any community cat that’s been through a TNR Program (trap-neuter-return) will have it’s left ear noticeably tipped. It’s important to determine if the pet is owned by someone in the neighborhood.

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Help them weather the winter

Community Cat Winter Shelters

When winter shelters become available, we'll post the dates, times, and locations for pickup below. Check back later in the year for updates, or join our newsletter to receive updates via email.

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Winter Shelter Availability

Our Winter Shelter Program is designed to create affordable and effective outdoor winter shelters for Indianapolis' community cats. These shelters offer the perfect solution for cats trying to survive the harsh winter weather. When temperatures drop to dangerous levels, winters shelters are a lifeline for our feline neighbors. Shelters are available for pickup from December to February. Dates, times, and locations will be posted as they become available....

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