What is CATSNAP?

Established in 2005, CATsNAP seeks to reduce pet overpopulation and to improve the welfare of animals in the greater Champaign County Illinois area. Specifically, we strongly advocate that all animals are spayed and neutered, regardless of breed, sex, or age. By spaying/neutering, we are reducing the number of cats and dogs born into situations of inadequate care and abuse. We are also limiting the numbers of unwanted animals relinquished to shelters, where they are often euthanized for lack of space.

This program offers spay and neuter assistance and basic veterinary treatment - including flea and parasite treatment and routine vaccinations - to needy or unowned animals, typically cats. It also provides humane education to community and civic groups on the care of animals and the importance of spaying/neutering in population control.

The organization also has a limited intake, no-kill adoption program. Most animals are transferred from municipal animal control facilities. All animals are in foster homes or up at the Champaign PETsMART. Animals are never euthanized for space.

Special Rescue: Mrs. T, the turtle

This gorgeous red-eared slider turtle was found in the middle of a busy road, with cars swerving to avoid her. Lucky for Mrs. T, a Catsnap volunteer found her. She was taken to a local vet, given the all-clear, spoiled with lots of food for a week, then re-located to a nice pond.