09/19/2025
We forgot one of the most important things to tell you! In total, 23 cats were TNR’ed at this colony, and a whopping 36 kittens were rescued. The colony is now healthy and stabilized, and with the diligence of its two amazing caretakers, it will stay that way. Go TNR! 🎉
Great news — the trap-neuter-return of the Lake California colony is finishe—WAIT A MINUTE, WHO INVITED THEM?! 🚨 It’s Moonbeam, Starlight, and their mom! These three waltzed in like they were late to a party, just as we snipped and clipped the last of the adults. Apparently, word on the street is: “Free spay/neuter buffet, come on down!”
Caring for a colony is never truly “finished.” New cats may wander in, kittens can appear from moms no one has seen before, and males may show up looking for females in heat. That’s why tracking each cat is so important — knowing who they are, when they were fixed, and what vaccines or treatments they’ve had keeps the colony healthy and manageable.
This mama is now spayed, and Moonbeam & Starlight are safe in foster care, learning the ropes of indoor life.
(EDIT) With 23 cats TNR’ed, and a whopping 36 kittens reacued, the colony is now stabilized and healthy. We’ve handed things back to the two wonderful women who manage it daily, leaving them with resources, information, and the assurance that we’re only a call away in case of emergencies.
We’re so grateful to everyone who donated toward the TNR and veterinary care of this colony and its kittens. Thanks to you, this community of cats now has a brighter, healthier future!
