Ontario announces Trap-Neuter-Release Program

The City of Ontario has announced the development of a new Trap-Neuter-Release (TNR) Program for community cats. Feral and stray cats in Ontario can be humanely trapped by city residents and brought to a partnering veterinary hospital for spay or neutering at no cost to the resident. Trapping and neutering healthy feral and stray cats helps control the feline population, and reduces health risks.

To participate in the TNR program:

1. Visit the Community Improvement office at 208 W. Emporia St., Ontario, CA 91762 to fill out the TNR Application Form.
2. Applicants must reside in the City of Ontario and be prepared to show proof of residency. Cats must be trapped within the city.
3. Upon application approval, the Community Improvement Department will work with the applicant and veterinary partner to schedule a date and time for the spay/neuter services.
4. On the day of the scheduled procedure, the applicant will be responsible for trapping the cat, transporting it to the appointment, and releasing the cat to the area it was trapped following the procedure. The Community Improvement Department has traps available for loan to applicants. 

To apply for the program or obtain additional information, contact the Ontario Community Improvement Department at (909) 395-2007 or visit OntarioCA.Gov/TNR.

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