Parker’s Story
Parker’s story is one of second chances. Found abandoned in a dumpster in June 2021, Parker arrived at Animal Friends frightened and unsure of who...
What to do if you find stray kittens?
Estimate the age of the kittens. 0-2 Weeks: Eyes closed or barely open. 2-4 Weeks: Eyes open and alert, becoming mobile. 4-5 Weeks: Very mobile...
Si Le Preocupa Que Usted O Un Ser QueridoPueda Ser Detenido O Deportado
Una de las cosas más amorosas que puede hacer por su mascota es tener un plan de preparación. Si usted o alguien que conoce corre...
Detainment and Deportation Fears: What Pet Owners Should Know
If you or someone you know is at risk of ICE detention, having a clear plan for your pets can prevent them from being left...
Who is the Heir to Your Estate?
By Robert Fragasso, Board Chair Your state government is likely one of your estate’s heirs. It may be that the federal government is also. They...
Keeping Pets Safe This Summer: A Guide for Pet Owners
Summer is a season of sunshine, barbecues, and outdoor fun, but for pet owners, it also comes with a few important responsibilities. From hot temperatures...
2023 Impact Report
Thank you for the lifesaving work that you made possible through your friendship and generous support this past year. Click here to read our Impact...
Winter Care
Proper colony management includes providing a safe and warm shelter for cats during the colder winter months. Animal Friends offers DIY winter shelter kits for...
Trapping Tips and Tricks
Never ever trap a cat without first having a plan! Most veterinary clinics require an appointment for spay/neuter surgery or exams, even for community cats....
Mitigating Nuisance Behaviors
It is important for the well-being of the community cats for you to listen to neighbors and resolve complaints. Here are some helpful tips for managing...
Ineffective Methods of Controlling Cat Populations
The term community cat includes feral cats (outdoor cats not socialized to humans), stray cats (social with humans but have been lost or abandoned) and...
Community Cat Colony Care
It is no longer enough to just set out food for community cats, a community cat colony caregiver must also actively practice Trap Neuter Vaccinate...