About
What We Do

The Visalia Feral Cat Coalition seeks to reduce cat overpopulation by practicing, teaching, and raising awareness of Trap Neuter Return Manage (TNRM). We believe through community cooperation and outreach we can eliminate the suffering of these abandoned animals by breaking the reproductive cycle. We are committed to the well-being of our local feral and community cats.
The Visalia Feral Cat Coalition targets identified problem areas in Visalia, California and surrounding cities. We work with the local residents and/or business owners by education on TNR and feral cat colony management. In cooperation with the residents or business owners, a mass trapping is scheduled. Cats are trapped and taken to a clinic where they are neutered, vaccinated and their ears are tipped. Kittens and socialized cats are fostered by volunteers and placed into homes. Healthy adult feral/community cats are returned to their colony site where designated caretakers provide food, shelter and continuing care. Follow up trappings are conducted for missed or stray cats.

Visalia Feral Cat Coalition is dedicated to improving our community and the lives of our furry friends, and I'd like to express our gratitude to the VFCC Board, members, and volunteers for their invaluable assistance in organizing an extensive food distribution for the community. Thanks to their efforts, many individuals in need will have a steady supply of food in the coming days.As many have inquired about the source of the donated food, I can happily share that it was generously provided by a local business (not Amazon) that collaborated closely with us to make this initiative a success. I've requested permission to disclose the name of the business and will do so once I receive their approval. They graciously accommodated my frantic efforts to arrange transportation for the food and secure the necessary equipment, which was a challenging task, especially during the holiday season and amidst everyone's busy schedules. Given that this was our first endeavor on such a grand scale, the fact that we were able to pull it off is truly remarkable.I want to extend a special acknowledgment to 

STAY FRESH EXPRESS LLC. for their pivotal role in picking up and delivering the food, with Phil even becoming an integral part of our team! 

Additionally, Redwood Distribution collaborated with us when our original truck arrangement fell through, allowing us to postpone the pickup to the following week. We understand the challenges of managing such a large volume of food in your warehouse, and we truly appreciate their cooperation.

Thank you, Farmers Laros Fruit Stand for the forklift and all Carmen Laro’s hard work.  

Sunbelt Rentals, Inc for rental of a forklift

Visalia Feral Cat Coalition is dedicated to improving our community and the lives of our furry friends, and I'd like to express our gratitude to the VFCC Board, members, and volunteers for their invaluable assistance in organizing an extensive food distribution for the community. Thanks to their efforts, many individuals in need will have a steady supply of food in the coming days.As many have inquired about the source of the donated food, I can happily share that it was generously provided by a local business (not Amazon) that collaborated closely with us to make this initiative a success. I've requested permission to disclose the name of the business and will do so once I receive their approval. They graciously accommodated my frantic efforts to arrange transportation for the food and secure the necessary equipment, which was a challenging task, especially during the holiday season and amidst everyone's busy schedules. Given that this was our first endeavor on such a grand scale, the fact that we were able to pull it off is truly remarkable.I want to extend a special acknowledgment to

STAY FRESH EXPRESS LLC. for their pivotal role in picking up and delivering the food, with Phil even becoming an integral part of our team!

Additionally, Redwood Distribution collaborated with us when our original truck arrangement fell through, allowing us to postpone the pickup to the following week. We understand the challenges of managing such a large volume of food in your warehouse, and we truly appreciate their cooperation.

Thank you, Farmers Laros Fruit Stand for the forklift and all Carmen Laro’s hard work.

Sunbelt Rentals, Inc for rental of a forklift

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Vouchers

To request a TNR Voucher Code, click HERE and complete our form to request VFCC Low Cost TNR Spay/Neuter Voucher Codes or Inbox our Facebook page.

Please get your voucher codes BEFORE trapping. We would rather see a code not be used than someone letting a cat go after trapping. Retrapping that cat is almost impossible.

Visalia Feral Cat Coalition offers TNR Vouchers for getting feral and community cats spayed/neutered with a $30 copay.  Some copays are less when we have clinics.  The copay will be clearly stated.  The cats need to be living on their own in order to qualify for the program and the ear will be tipped. If you are trying to socialize the feral for rehoming purposes without a clipped ear the VOSPCA will charge their regular price and would require an appointment. To get voucher codes use our contact page. We also loan traps, on a first come first serve basis. Please consider buying your own traps as it may benefit your efforts if you have several cats. Traps are inexpensive and can be purchased at Tractor Supply in Tulare. The cost is $30 for a large and small trap combination.

We wish we could help all cats, but we are focused on feral and community cats. We just don’t have the funds to pay for spaying and neutering owned cats. We are all volunteer and 100% donation dependent, so we are very limited on what we can do.

Our vouchers can be used at

VOSPCA Appointments List for Fridays – Click Here

Low Cost Spay & Neuter Clinic – 1315 W Olive St
Porterville, CA. 93257
559 615-1116
NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED, Call for days. Drop off time is 9:00 a.m. Cats must be in traps and ear tip is mandatory

Please check with the clinic you intend to take your cat to before you trap in order to know their requirements.

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Our Vets
Companion Animal Medical Center

Without Companion Animal Medical Clinic we would not have a program. Dr. Kuswa has volunteered countless hours and resources to the Visala Feral Cat Coalition. Dr. Kuswa and her staff volunteer for our mass trappings giving up their weekends to spay and neuter feral cats. Thank you Companion Animal Medical Clinic. Due to the current situation you need to contact them for appointments for your feral cats and then trap the night before the day they give you. Cats have to be in a humane trap. Please keep your cage covered so the cat is less tramatized. Companion Animal’s address is 5229 W Walnut Ave, Visalia, CA 93277, 559 625-9920.

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VOSPCA
We would like to thank the VOSPCA for all their support. You are a big reason we are so successful with our Trap Neuter Return voucher program, and we thank you. There address is 9405 W Goshen Ave, Visalia, CA 93291, 559 741-1121.
Pacific Crest

Dr. Pedersen is very passionate about pet overpopulation prevention and enjoys volunteering for low-cost spay and neuter clinics, as well as fostering kittens and educating the public about the many benefits of spaying and neutering.

Pacific Crest takes feral/community cats on Thursdays. Please call and let them know you are planning on bringing in a feral/community cat to reserve a spot. 559 592-4753. 2500 East Myer Ave., Exeter, CA, 93221

Low Cost Spay & Neuter Clinic, Porterville Cats

Low Cost Spay & Neuter Clinic, Porterville Cats is the newest addition to our clinics that take our vouchers. We are so happy to have them and have already had rave reviews.

1315 W Olive St
Porterville, CA. 93257
559 615-1116
NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED, call for days
Drop off time is 9:00 a.m. Limit 1 feral cats per person
Cats must be in traps and ear tip is mandatory

Membership Requirements

Want to be a part of Visalia Feral Cat Coalition REQUIREMENTS FOR DIRECTOR, BOARD AND GENERAL MEMBERSHIP

GENERAL MEMBER

Apply and keep in touch via our Facebook or Website

BOARD MEMBER

You must be VFCC General Member for a minimum of 1 year.
You must be in attendance at a minimum of 8 Board meetings (Zoom) during a 12 month period.
You must “Lead” and/or “Support” in a minimum of 2 VFCC projects and/or fundraising events during a 12 month period to maintain Board status.

BOARD DIRECTOR/OFFICER

You must have been a VFCC Board Member for a minimum of 1 year prior to be qualified to hold a Director/Officer position.
You must have acted as a “Lead” on at least 2 VFCC projects and/or fundraising events during the period of being an active Board Member.
You must attend at least 10 Board, Special, and/or General Meetings during a 12 month calendar year. (Exceptions can be reviewed and determined on an as needed basis).

Board Members

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Deborah Sherrill
Board Member
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Julie Egge
Board Member
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Lisa Kucala
President
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Mark Kucala
Board Member
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Janice Cox
Board Member / Vice President
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Beckie Rush
Board Member / Secretary Officer
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Marc Egge
Board Member
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Niki Cudworth
Board Member