Animal Control received 25 cats in Middletown, CT, who need $1,500 for Spay/Neuter as well as flea and heartworm treatment.

Animal Control received a call about lots of cats in a local neighborhood. No one seemed to own them and there were lots of kittens. When we checked things out, we found someone that was feeding the cats but was not actually the owner of them. We were told there were 10-12 cats and a few kittens. We are currently at 25 cats/kittens and counting including 2 pregnant moms!

Luckily all of these cats and kittens are friendly and easily handled. We have only had to use traps for a few very shy kittens. Most of the adult cats are loving the attention that they are getting. They also love each other and are happy sharing their cages. They love to curl up together and squeeze into carriers to be close to each other.

We will need to spay/neuter, vaccinate and test for Felv/FIV each cat. Add to that, flea and deworming treatment, antibiotics and other medications and things start to add up quickly. Many of these cats have additional issues and need lots of care.

None of these cats are spayed/neutered or have had any kind of vetting. Most have roundworms and they ALL have fleas! A few have had ear infections and upper respiratory infections requiring medication. 3 so far have serious heart murmurs. One kitten had a diaphragmatic hernia and needed emergency surgery to survive! Cat Tales Inc & Pieper Veterinary Hosp have been providing excellent care.

We are getting to know these cats better with each day. Some are very vocal with us and eager to come out of their cages to be held and scratched. Some are playful with each other and toys. Some of the kittens are learning to play and getting more comfortable with us. They all have individual personalities and are very sweet!