Colony Caretaking Tips & Tricks, Part 2

“Every challenge in colony care has a solution. Whether it’s predators, pests, or even harsh winters, the key is preparation and creativity.”

Listen to episode #595, now featuring Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director of Neighborhood Cats.

This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund.

Get ready to take your colony caretaking skills to the next level in part two of our action-packed webinar series! Bryan Kortis tackles the biggest challenges faced by community cat caretakers, from crafting winter shelters to battling pests and promoting feline health. Discover creative solutions to common problems and learn how to transform skeptics into TNR supporters. Whether you’re building a cozy shelter from scratch or addressing a colony-wide health crisis, this episode is your go-to resource for thriving cat communities. Let’s solve problems and save lives together!

Press play now for:

• How to build affordable and effective winter shelters.
• Solutions for pest problems: ants, raccoons, and more.
• Dealing with disease outbreaks and maintaining cat health.
• Proven methods to gain community support for TNR.
• Turning everyday items into lifesaving tools for your cats.

Resources mentioned:

• Neighborhood Cats Website: https://www.neighborhoodcats.org/
• Neighborhood Cats Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/neighborhoodcats/
• Neighborhood Cats Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nbrhoodcats/
• The Everything TNR Playlist: https://communitycatspodcast.com/everythingtnr
• Feralvilla, Home of the World’s Best-Selling Outdoor Cat Shelter: https://feralvilla-com.3dcartstores.com/
• Online Cat Conference: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/online-cat-conference-jan-2025/
• TNR Certification Workshop: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/community-cat-care-training-education/

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