Fredericton Chapter

CARMA Fredericton began a Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) program for feral cat colonies in Greater Fredericton in 2007. Since then we have spayed or neutered more than 7,000 colony cats and placed hundreds of adoptable non-feral colony animals in good, responsible homes. The territory we serve is marked on the map found under “Coverage” in the menu above.

To achieve our goal of at least 500 spay/neuters annually, we adopted a large-scale clinic model for our feral spay/neuter program, using trained volunteers and donated veterinary services. Local animal hospitals host these events, enabling us to spay/neuter up to 70 cats in one morning. Typically we stage four clinics, two in the spring and two in the fall. The remainder of our spay/neuter surgeries are carried out through scheduled veterinary appointments at reduced fee.

If you are caring for or concerned about a stray or a group of free-roaming cats, check out How to Help a Stray Cat on the CARMA Home page of this website. Cats need food, water and shelter to survive. Plans for simple cat shelters — life savers in the winter months — are offered under Resources on the CARMA Home

We welcome new volunteers for trapping, transporting, fostering, shelter building, and fundraising. Donations of cat food (canned and dry), clumping Kitty Litter, towels, blankets, materials for shelters, and heated water bowls are very much appreciated. Monetary donations are eligible for a charitable tax receipt and may be made online.