Volunteer Christy Sanders, left, of Myrtle Point, hands off a young feral cat to volunteer Kristina Holladay, of Coquille, during the clinic. - World Photo by Alex Powers
Coquille-based animal group Friends of Animals With Needs has sponsored the Feral Cat Coalition of Oregon clinic since 1999 and its popularity hasn't diminished.
Sunday proved to be a busy one.
With a large annual demand for low-cost spaying and neutering, FAWN will sponsor three clinics in the Coquille area this year. After treating 102 animals Sunday, the total number of cats spayed or neutered jumped to 1,440 since 1999.
“They’re doing a hell of a job,” said Penny Green. “I’ve got three generations (of cats) that I’ve brought in.”
Volunteer Christy Sanders, of Myrtle Point, handed off feral cats to volunteer Kristina Holladay, of Coquille, as they worked the line Sunday.
“It really makes me feel good to contribute, to help out with the overpopulation problem of stray cats,” said Holladay, an 8-year cat clinic veteran.
Bandon veterinarian Ron Vered and Certified Veterinary Technician Stacie Hughes also were among the team. Community volunteers assisted in much of the process, even helping revive cats in the post-operation area.
Community members who are interested in participating in the spay and neuter clinics can call FAWN coordinator Claudine Nored at 396-4439.
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Thank you FAWN and volunteers for a fantastic day. If we could educate the public on the importance of spay/neuter your pet, we wouldn't have so many unwanted animals at large.
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