Frequently asked questions

Trap-Neuter-Return, or TNR is a humane, effective way to reduce the number of stray and abandoned cats living on the streets and improve their quality of life. It involves trapping feral cats neutering (or spaying) them, and returning them to their original area. Read more about TNR here.

We’ve outlined seven steps to safely and effectively trap a cat for TNR. Read about it here.

If you spot a cat who appears to have swollen nipples, then she’s likely a nursing mother cat, and her babies are probably hiding nearby. Here’s what you can do to help.

Depending on the age, friendliness, and health of the cat, the “R” in “TNR” may vary. Here are some options for what to do with a cat after you’ve successfully had them fixed.

If you spot a cat with the tip of its ear cut off (either straight across or in a V-shape), it means someone has already caught it and taken it to the vet to be spayed/neutered. Read more about this life-saving practice here.

The answer to this question depends on a number of factors. Learn how to handle this situation here.

Kittens can be very difficult to care for depending on whether or not their mother is with them and how old they are. Find our detailed kitten care guide here.

Many people think that cats are solitary animals and prefer to be alone, but this is simply a common misunderstanding. Find out why here.

It can be difficult to know what to do when you suddenly find an animal in need of help and need support. In situations like this, it's best to find a local animal rescue group that can help you out. This can be hard, especially if you have limited Japanese skills, but with the power of the internet, it can be less difficult than you think! Learn more here.

If you’re in a situation where you need to find a new home for a cat, whether it’s one that you need to rehome or it’s for a foster cat you’ve been caring for, you need to be as patient as you are diligent. See our guide here to find out what you should and shouldn’t do.

Although most people can’t help but fawn over pictures and videos of cute kittens, most of individuals in animal rescue don’t see kittens the same way that others do. Rescuers understand that every litter of kittens born takes away homes that could have been for kittens and cats that already exist. Some are also burdened with the experience of watching tiny lives get brought into the world only to leave it too quickly, unseen and unloved. However, by spaying and neutering cats, the tragedy of unnecessary suffering and death can be easily prevented. Read more here.

As tempting as it can be to just throw two cats who don’t know each other into a room and let them “work things out,” this can be one of the worst things you can do to them since it can irrevocably destroy any chance of them getting along in the long run. Learn about stress-free cat introduction here.

Bringing home a new cat (or two) can be very exciting, but it can also be nerve-wracking if you’re a new cat owner who doesn’t know what to do! Learn about best practices here.