Feral Cat Project
Cape Town
About Us
The Feral Cat Project was founded in 2012 by Brenda Kerr. Since 2012, approximately 21 000 cats have been sterilised. Brenda was introduced to the ‘world of rescue’ in 2004 at a cat show. Soon after, she was asked to trap a mommy and kittens at a school nearby. They were fed for 13 years.
A team grew as more cats needed assistance. To trap cats, there needs to be a feeding program in place first. The main focus of the Feral Cat Project is Trap−Neuter−Return (TNR).
What we do
WHAT IS TNR & IS TRAPPING HUMANE?
Trap−Neuter−Return (TNR) describes the practice of trapping, sterilising, and returning community cats.
FEEDING PROGRAM
Like all animals, cats think with their stomachs. They are opportunistic and will eat food that is easiest to find. Community cats are often found near bins in residential areas, industrial areas, office complexes, and shopping centres. These are often areas that are quiet from around 7pm to 7am. During the quiet times, community cats are more relaxed so they wander about. We are increasingly seeing community cats in areas where people establish informal housing.
OUR WEEKLY CLINIC ON THURDAYS
The Feral Cat Project runs a sterilisation clinic every Thursday. Our amazing team consists of Dr Tracy Dicks, two nurses, and two assistants. The clinic in based in Sunnydale, Cape Town. The clinic is funded by donations from the public. Rabbits are also sterilised due to a overwhelming need.
