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Animal Protective League Feral & Community Cat TNR Program

Hours: By appointment only

What it is
Community cats and TNR
Who it helps
Unowned outdoor cats brought by their caretakers.
Where
Central Illinois
Status
Open
Checked
on the official website, November 5, 2026

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Reduced-fee trap-neuter-return for feral and community cats in central Illinois. Cats are spayed or neutered, vaccinated, tattooed and ear-tipped, stay overnight, and are released to their caretakers to return home. Currently operating at limited capacity after tornado damage.

Checked on the official website · November 5, 2026 What this means
An independently researched listing, not a statement of partnership or endorsement.

How to reach them

Where: 2100 Shale Street, Springfield, IL 62703

Hours: By appointment only

Good to know

  • Who can use it: Unowned outdoor cats brought by their caretakers. Appointments are required for all animals.
  • How to get started: Call or text 217-789-7729 for an appointment.

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Sources

Animal Protective League Feral & Community Cat TNR Program official page, checked November 5, 2026.

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