Fundraiser For Abandoned Cats

FREMONT, CA — A new Fremont resident alarmed by the number of feral cats near the Warm Springs BART station has started a Go Fund Me account to benefit the Ohlone Humane Society's trap-neuter-release (TNR) program.

In her appeal for donations, Kristine Munoz said, "When I moved to Fremont a few months ago, I immediately noticed more stray/feral cats around the area than any other place I’ve lived. I've seen everything from kittens to disabled cats to those in good shape to others in not so good shape."

Munoz began feeding the strays, but noticed empty dishes indicating that others were also feeding them. She went on social media to reach out to others, in hopes of coordinating a feeding schedule. Multiple people referred her to the Humane Society's TNR program, to keep the problem from growing.

"Your donations will be used to cover the $35 copay per surgery as well as additional medical expenses as required, Said Munoz. "Any donation in excess of what is needed for this trapping project will be used by the Ohlone Humane Society for trapping projects in other areas. This service will not only help control the overpopulation, but will improve the quality of life for these cats, wildlife and people around them."

Munoz has personally seen about a dozen cats at a time, but the total number of strays in the area could be far higher.

If you would like to contribute, visit the Fremont spay/neuter Go Fund Me page.

Find out more about the efforts of the Ohlone Humane Society.

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