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TAILS (The Alliance In Limiting Strays)

Cat rescue in Westport, CT

TAILS is an all volunteer, 501c3 organization dedicated to ending the pet overpopulation problem through spaying and neutering of pet animals.

You can help! Working together – with the support of local businesses and individuals – TAILS provides:

Spay/Neuter Assistance for Cats and Dogs of Low-Income Individuals

-Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) Program for Community Cats
-Free Spay/Neuter Clinics for Community Cats
-Working Cat Rehoming Program
-Cat and Kitten Fostering, Socialization, and Adoptions
-Community Education and Outreach
-Support of Area Animal Welfare Groups and Individuals

CT residents only
Age 21+.
Landlord approval req if renting.
Kittens adopted in pairs or to homes with cats.

Contact —
Email info@tailsct.org
Phone —
Website
Address
P.O. Box 2277
Westport, CT 06880
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Adoptable pets at TAILS (The Alliance In Limiting Strays)

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Persephone - CHIP

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 mos
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Gemini (Marlborough 1)

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Female, 2 yrs 11 mos
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Hazel (Poli)

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Rescue FAQs

TAILS is an all-volunteer, non-profit charitable organization based in Westport, CT. We support spay/neuter of cats and dogs locally and beyond, concentrating in our home area of Fairfield County.

Additional adoption info

Before you apply, confirm the following to ensure a smooth application review process:

-Residency: Applicants must be residents of Connecticut.
-Age: Applicants must be 21 years of age or older.
-Landlord Approval: If renting, confirm that your rental agreement allows for cats. Provide landlord contact information for verification if applicable.
-Kittens: Kittens must be adopted in pairs or be adopted to a house with another cat.

Adoption application

https://www.tailsct.org/adopt

http://www.tailsct.org/donate

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