Feral and Community Cat Program

TNR/TSR - Trap-Neuter-Return and Trap-Spay-Return

• Complete the Madera County TNR enrollment form
  • If you are unable to complete the TNR form, please note that there are currently no available appointments.
• You must be on the schedule list before trapping.
• Appointments are first come, first served.
• Cats must be in a cat trap or cage, otherwise they will be rejected.
• Cats must be at least 3 months old before being spayed or neutered. Cats old enough for vaccination will receive a rabies vaccine.
• Limit two cats per household, per month.
• Cats must be truly feral and receive an ear tip to qualify for free service.
  • Fee for friendly community cats: $30.00.
  • If you decline ear tipping, additional fees will be charged.
• If a participant cancels more than two times, or is a no-call/no-show, their request for alteration may be declined, moved to the end of the scheduling list, removed from the appointment list, or denied for future assistance.
• Cat traps are available for rent.
  • Deposit: $25.00 per trap, cash only.
  • Limit two traps per household.
  • Once the trap is returned clean, the deposit will be refunded.
    • If the trap is damaged or not returned, the deposit will not be refunded and additional charges may be billed.
• Cats must be returned within a maximum 1-mile radius.
  • You may not release a cat outside the 1-mile radius. Doing so is inhumane and the cat may not survive in an unfamiliar area.
• Learn more on the Stray Cats and Kittens page .

Cats are free roaming. There are no leash laws for cats. Let them be, let them thrive, and let them assist with rodent control.

Spay and Neuter for Personal Pets

Contact Animal Services during business hours to speak with a Care Specialist about this program.

To qualify, you must be a resident of Madera County. The spay and neuter program is first come, first served. All cats and dogs must be in crates or on leashes when purchasing an appointment. All dogs must be weighed to determine the spay and neuter price.

If you are unable to pay the full price, 2-month payment plans are available. Once payment is complete, an appointment will be scheduled. Dog license fees are not included in the spay and neuter price: $10.00 for a 1-year license, or $5.00 for seniors age 65 or older for a 1-year dog license.

Spay and Neuter Veterinarians in Surrounding Areas