Strays

Check for a chip, file a found-cat report, shelter a stray safely, and know when to leave it alone.

Spot stray versus feral behavior and choose scan, foster, adoption, or TNR for the best outcome.

Tell stray from feral cats, lower shelter, wildlife and health risks, and act safely when you find one.

Three checks — socialization, eartip and chip scan, and the range behind any cited figure — settle most stray-cat claims in minutes.

Stray cats pose real health risks and require caution, but most lost cats find their own way home without help.

Identify an outdoor cat, spot urgent illness, avoid unsafe handling, and choose care based on its condition and status.

Learn how to spot panleukopenia risks, protect resident cats, and respond safely when an unfamiliar cat appears outdoors.

See what August’s rescue and sterilization figures reveal—and which follow-up numbers will show whether conditions improve.