Marion County Animal Services Trap-Neuter-Return
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Hours: Drop-off Wednesdays and Thursdays 8:45 to 9:45 am; same-day pick-up at 4 pm. Changes are posted on the shelter's Facebook page.
- What it is
- Community cats and TNR
- Who it helps
- Community cats only, not owned cats.
- Where
- Marion County
- Status
- Open
- Checked
- on the official website, November 5, 2026
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Free trap-neuter-return for community cats at Marion County Animal Services. Cats are sterilized and ear-tipped and returned.
How to reach them
Where: 6405 W. Hwy 40, Ocala, FL
Hours: Drop-off Wednesdays and Thursdays 8:45 to 9:45 am; same-day pick-up at 4 pm. Changes are posted on the shelter's Facebook page.
Good to know
- Who can use it: Community cats only, not owned cats. Kittens must be at least 4 months old and 4 pounds. Two cats per property per day, each in a cat trap.
- How to get started: Bring trapped cats during drop-off hours. No appointment needed.
Emergency? Call your veterinarian or the nearest 24-hour emergency hospital now, and tell them if cost is a barrier. Emergency signs and poison hotlines
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