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Alley Cat Advocates has continued to provide Trap-Neuter-Return services to your community cats throughout the tumult of the last six weeks. We are happy to be on the list of essential businesses allowed to operate and would not want it any other way. Here is how we have adjusted to the new, restricted normal and what we see the future bringing. And, just as importantly, here is how you can help. CDC Recommendations We have been able to implement social distancing measures in all our processes involving the public. We care deeply about our caretakers, [...]

The Summer 2019 edition of Animal Sheltering Magazine features an article by Danielle Bays, Community Cats Program Manager for the Humane Society of the United States, titled "Many Happy Returns: New manual will help guide your return-to-field program." Alley Cat Advocates Executive Director Karen Little co-authored the manual which can be downloaded at no cost here. The article and manual outline how these two lifesaving programs, when combined strategically, have resulted in dramatic reductions in shelter intake and euthanasia in the communities that have implemented them.

Louisville, Ky. - June 10, 2019 Alley Cat Advocates of Louisville, Kentucky has been awarded a $12,000 grant by Best Friends Animal Society. The grant will be used for Alley Cat Advocates' regional live-saving efforts in Nelson County communities. Alley Cat Advocates is a nonprofit organization serving Louisville and the surrounding counties. Using a humane Trap-Neuter-Return program, Alley Cat Advocates has altered over 45,000 stray cats in the region since beginning in 1999. Since 2011 alone, these efforts have contributed to a 63% reduction in the intake of cats at Louisville Metro Animal Services, dramatically [...]

Campaign to raise $800,000 will extend efforts to save cats’ lives in the region Louisville, Ky. – February 26, 2019.  Founded 20 years ago today, Alley Cat Advocates has spayed or neutered over 45,000 stray, free-roaming cats and has seen our community transformed into one that respects the needs of our citizens – cat lovers or not - and our community cats.   Today, we announce an $800,000 campaign that will serve to extend our efforts to save even more cats’ lives and provide more support to all citizens in our community. Alley Cat Advocates has [...]

This year is off to a great start, and February is not too late to get a 2019 Alley Cat Advocates wall calendar to keep your schedule on track. We have a few left and they are now 50% OFF through the end of February. Use code CalendarSale in our online shop when you check out. All Alley Cat Advocates merchandise, including t-shirts, sweatshirts, and jackets, are also 50% off. These make a great gift for your Valentine, and show your support for community cats. Sizes and styles are limited, so shop now for the best selection! Use promo code [...]

Alley Cat Advocates thanks the BISSELL Pet Foundation for their generous donation to our work. With partners such as the BISSELL Pet Foundation, we are able to support our community by providing spay and neuter surgeries to even more community cats. Thanks, BISSELL Pet Foundation. With your help, we're making Louisville the safest city in the country to be a community cat.

Every year Alley Cat Advocates takes part in Mayor Greg Fischer's Building Our Blocks (BOB) program. It was created as a response to systemic neighborhood challenges in Louisville. BOB brings together Louisville Metro Government agencies with community leaders and partner organizations to take steps to minimize blight, deter crime, beautify neighborhoods and build hope – one block at a time. BOB partners lend their time and resources to connect directly with residents to strengthen community engagement and provide on-the-spot services during the event.

Every year Bernie's Buddies holds a special event to remember a friend and advocate to animals all across the city, Bernie Abell. This year, Bernie's Buddies is holding an event on November 10th, with all proceeds going to Alley Cat Advocates. The event will be held at Rubbies Resturant 6905 Southside Drive from 6 to 9 pm. There will be T-Shirts and Wristbands available for purchase. Follow Bernie's Buddies on Facebook for more information as the date draws near.

Saturday, October 13th will be a beautiful day to enjoy the Fall weather and meet new friends and neighbors at the Southwest Community Festival in Sun Valley Park. Our team will be attending the festivities and shared information about our Trap-Neuter-Return services with community cat caretakers. FESTIVAL TIME: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM PLACE: SUN VALLEY PARK, 6505 BETHANY LANE FEATURED ENTERTAINMENT: LOUISVILLE CRASHERS ENTERTAINMENT HOURS: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM FEATURED EVENTS: - 20th Annual River City Street Rods Car Show - Community Breakfast (8 am - 11 am) PARKING: $5

Winter Shelters Available While Supplies Last! It's winter shelter time. These simple winter shelters will keep your community cat warm and cozy. While supplies last ... We have 30 shelters stuffed with straw, and ready for your community cat. Pick up shelters at 536 Eastern Parkway while supplies last. Shelters are free, but we welcome and appreciate your donation to help us with this great work for community cats. Pick-up time is: Thursday, 10/11, 4:00-6:00pm Or, build your own...  Try this simple plan to build a winter shelter for your outdoor cats. It is simple, inexpensive, [...]

On a hot August day, four members of the Alley Cat Advocates' Education and Community Outreach Team made trek to a farm about 30 miles outside of Louisville. This farm was different though, because you weren't going to find chickens, pigs, or cows, but what you were going to find was a barn packed to the rafters with Styrofoam coolers. The volunteers worked tirelessly for over 6 hours in the sun to make sure we had enough shelters to bring back with us for the Winter season. Enough can't be said about the commitment our [...]

The wait is finally over, it is time for you to submit your cat photos for the 2019 Cat Calendar Contest! Those of you who have not taken part in the contest you can read the FAQ and Rules sections here! The contest homepage can be found here! Remember to get your photos in early and share the page with your friends on social media! The contest will run from August 1st at 9:00 AM until August 24th at 9:00 PM Best of luck to everyone!

Hey Cool Cats out there, are you looking for a happening time this month? Look no further than the Third Street Dive, because on July 25th, they'll be hosting an Alley Cat Advocates fundraiser. There will be karaoke that evening, so invite your fellow Tom cats to wail the night away. 50% of proceeds go back to Alley Cat Advocates that evening, along with whatever cat nip you throw in the donation boxes. Look forward to seeing you all there for a night of fun and excitement!

On a hot July day, a group of passionate people gathered off Newburg road to break ground on the new Louisville Metro Animal Services facility. This new state of the art facility will be 8,000 square feet larger than the previous location on Manslick and include a ton of amenities that LMAS has dreamed about for over 40 years. The new facility will have a Veterinary wing with an x-ray machine, along with two additional surgery and exam tables to provide more services. There will also be a 1/2 walking track for people and their [...]

Here are some frequently asked questions that people have about our calendar contest. Make sure you start prepping those cat photos and sharing with your friends to get the word out. How much is the entry fee? The entry fee is $20 per photo. This fee includes one copy of the full-color calendar that will be mailed to you in late November. All proceeds from contest entries will help us provide spay and neuter services for unowned community cats in the Louisville, Kentucky area. How many photos can I enter? You can enter as many [...]

Alley Cat Advocates is proud to spotlight Lauren Kehr, a dedicated and devoted volunteer. Lauren began volunteering in 2000 after reading a Courier Journal article about Alley Cat Advocates and the Trap-Neuter-Release program. Since then, she has contributed her time in a number of ways, such as staffing tabling events, sitting on the board of directors, leading volunteer training, presenting to the community, cleaning equipment, and working at the spay/neuter clinic. Currently, Lauren is on the Education Community Outreach Team, where she assists in planning activities, and distributing flyers in local neighborhoods. During her eighteen [...]

Do you find yourself looking at the wall, wishing you had something that could tell you what day it was? Well, have I got the item for you! Starting today, all 2018 Calendars on our store website are 50% off (while supplies last). When you buy that new calendar, mark down August 1st. Why you might ask? That's when the 2019 calendar contest begins! So start getting those cat photos ready. Just click the word sale below or go to our store website: Code: CalendarSale Sale!

Ed met Fluffy on a cold winter day. She continued to visit him and slowly he gained her trust. Ed was very proactive and contacted Alley Cat Advocates to get information on the care for Fluffy. Alley Cat Advocates helped Ed with all the tips and tricks to make for a happy community cat. Now, Fluffy gets to spend her days running around the neighborhood, as well as, going in and out of Ed's garage. Ed has made a nice set up for Fluffy, including a winter shelter, and even a hay bale she loves [...]