Kitten Season in Savannah GA

Straining Shelters

Kitten season presents many challenges for shelter staff and the cats in their care. Resources already hard to come by—like food, money and space—are often stretched to their limit as shelters, that often take in thousands of animals every year, are inundated with homeless cats.

Typically, the adult cats feel the most immediate effects, as they are often overlooked by potential adopters when kittens are in abundance. As shelters struggle to accommodate as many cats as possible, the risk of illness also increases.

The animals aren't the only ones who feel the effects of stress. The burden often carries over to staff and vet services as they attempt to cope with the overwhelming number of cats.

Five Ways You Can Help

The vast numbers of cats that shelters accommodate across the nation during kitten season will not drop overnight, but there are many ways to help reduce cat overpopulation. Here's how you can get involved: 1. Spay or neuter your cats Kittens as young as two months and weighing two pounds can be safely altered. Many people ask their veterinarian to spay or neuter their pet. If you have trouble affording the fee, consider these steps. 2. Help your local shelter Donate supplies, money or your time. Contact your local shelter to find out what's needed most. 3. Care for homeless or wild cats in your area Work with your local animal control or feral cat group to help control your neighborhood's feral and stray cat populations. Keep your cat safe indoors and learn how to provide safe outdoor time. 4. Become a foster parent Contact your local shelter or rescue group to learn more about becoming a foster parent for cats or kittens in need. 5. Adopt Open your home to new cat or adopt a playmate for your existing pets.

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