Help Feral Cats Thrive, Safely
Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) is the only humane solution to the feral/community cat population problem. It is the No. 1 way PAWS Chicago is going to reduce the kitten and cat population on the streets of Chicago and at Animal Care & Control (the city pound).
PAWS Chicago is a sponsoring organization under the Cook County TNR ordinance and helps caregivers care for outdoor feral/community cat colonies.
Volunteer Opportunities
Overview
As a TNR Trainer, you will train new volunteers about the PAWS Chicago TNR program in a workshop setting.
Topics include:
- The facts and history of TNR
- The benefits of TNR in a community
- PAWS Chicago's role as a sponsoring organization
- The Colony Caretaker's responsibilities
- Other organizations supporting TNR efforts
- Volunteer TNR opportunities
Helpful Skills
- Compassion for feral/community cats
- Good public speaking skills
- Ability to speak Spanish
Location and Hours
Lurie Spay/Neuter Clinic
3516 W. 26th St.
Chicago, IL 60623
Training
- New Volunteer Orientation
- TNR Workshop
Advanced Volunteer Opportunities
- TNR Community Outreach Volunteer
Overview
As a Trapping and Transportation Volunteer, you will help trap and transport cats to and from caretakers who have agreed to participate in the TNR program. You will learn how to set the traps and deliver them to the assigned properties.
Helpful Skills
- Valid driver's license (required)
- Compassion for community cats
- Ability to speak Spanish
Location and Hours
Lurie Spay/Neuter Clinic
3516 W. 26th St.
Chicago, IL 60623
Mondays
Trapping and Transportation Volunteers work in the field. Hours and locations depend on current projects and needs. A great deal of the trapping will take place in our Targeted ZIP Codes: 60609, 60617, 60619, 60620, 60621, 60628, 60629 and 60636.
Training
- New Volunteer Orientation
- Community Outreach Training
Advanced Volunteer Opportunities
- TNR Trainer