Community Resources
We help in every way we can, but no rescue or shelter can assist every single cat in need. This page is dedicated to providing resources and guidance to help our community care for cats safely and responsibly.
TNVR & Affordable Spay/Neuter Services
TNVR humanely reduces overpopulation and improves the health of outdoor cats through trapping, sterilization, vaccination, and safe return. Access to affordable spay and neuter options is essential to reducing overpopulation and improving the lives of community and owned cats. Below are a few local clinics that offer low-cost services to help make sterilization and accessible for everyone.
Resources
CSNIP
TNVR: (unowned community/feral cats)
- $25 Spay/Neuter per cat
- limit 2 feral cats per day, 1 cat per trap
- $50 refundable deposit to rent traps
Affordable Spay/Neuter: (owned cats)
- $20 deposit (non-refundable)
- $75 Spay/Neuter
- includes $20 deposit deposit
APPOINTMENT REQUIRED
*Visit CSNIP’s website for a full list of services and most current Fee Schedule.
Contact Information:
(616) 455-8220
info@csnip.org
Location:
1300 Walker Village Dr.
Walker MI, 49534
Quick Fix Veterinary Clinic
TNVR: (unowned community/feral cats)
- $50 Spay/Neuter
- Must arrive in a trap
Affordable Spay/Neuter: (owned cats)
- $75 Spay/Neuter
SEE WEBSITE FOR SCHEDULING/WALK-IN INSTRUCTIONS
*Visit Quick Fix Veterinary Clinic’s website for a full list of services and most current Fee Schedule.
Contact Information:
quickfixvet@gmail.com
Location:
6332 Snow Ave SE
Alto MI, 49302
Fur Wellness Animal Clinic
TNVR: (unowned community/feral cats)
- $50 Male Neuter
- $76 Female Spay
- Same day appointments typically available for fixing feral/community cats (TNVR)
Affordable Spay/Neuter: (owned cats)
- $50 Male Neuter
- $76 Female Spay
APPOINTMENT REQUIRED
*Visit Fur Wellness Animal Clinic’s website for a full list of services and most current Fee Schedule.
Contact Information:
(616) 635-2099
furwellness@gmail.com
Location:
5120 Plainfield Ave NE
STE C
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Learn More About TNVR
TNVR is the most compassionate and effective way to help community cats. By preventing new litters, it reduces overcrowding in shelters and lowers the number of kittens born outdoors. Vaccinating cats protects both feline and human health, while returning them to their territory keeps colonies stable and prevents new cats from moving in. TNVR creates safer, healthier outdoor cat communities and supports long-term population control.
Long Story Short: TNVR Saves Lives.
Affordable Vaccinations & Basic Veterinary Care
Keeping cats up to date on core vaccinations and basic veterinary care is essential for their long-term health and safety. Below you’ll find a few resources for affordable wellness exams, vaccines, and preventative treatments to help keep both indoor and community cats healthy.
Resources
CSNIP
- Vaccine Packages:*
- $55 Kitten 1st Visit (8-12 wks)
- FVRCP, Oral Deworming, Physical Exam, Catego (1 dose)
- $75 Kitten Rabies Visit (12 wks – 6 mos)
- FVRCP, Oral Deworming, Physical Exam, Catego (1 dose)
- $70 Basic Cat Annual Visit
- Rabies, FVRCP, Fecal Test + treatment (if positive), Physical Exam
- $120 Deluxe/Outdoor Cat Visit
- Rabies, FVRCP, FeLV/FIV Test, FCLV Vaccine, Revolt (1 Dose), Physical Exam
- $55 Kitten 1st Visit (8-12 wks)
- Dental:*
- $225 Routine Cleaning & Polishing
- $500 Surgical Extractions
- Other:*
- $30 Microchipping
- $40 Veterinary Consultation
- $500 Soft Tissue Surgery
*Visit CSNIP’s website for a full list of services and most current Fee Schedule.
Contact Information:
(616) 455-8220
info@csnip.org
Location:
1300 Walker Village Dr.
Walker MI, 49534
Quick Fix Veterinary Clinic
- Vaccines:*
- $25 Rabies
- $15 FVRCP
- $25 FeLV
- Dental:*
- $75 Pre-anesthetic blood work to check liver and kidney function (strongly recommended for animals 7+ years)
- $400 cleaning, oral exam, general anesthesia, simple extractions, post-op medications, and more
- Other:*
- $25 Microchipping
- $35 Heartworm test
- $30 FIV/Feline Leukemia test
- $20 Flea/tick treatment
- $15 Earmite treatment
- $15 General Dewormer
- $15 Tapeworm treatment
- $20 Antibiotics
*Visit Quick Fix Veterinary Clinic’s website for a full list of services and most current Fee Schedule.
Contact Information:
quickfixvet@gmail.com
Location:
6332 Snow Ave SE
Alto MI, 49302
Fur Wellness Animal Clinic
- Vaccines:*
- $21 Rabies
- $21 FVCRP
- $36 FVRCP+FeLV
- Laboratory:*
- $38 FeLV/FIV/Heartworm tests
- $35 Fecal test (for harmful parasites)
- $80 Pre-anesthetic panel
- Dental:*
- contact Fur Wellness Animal Clinic for pricing
*Visit Fur Wellness Animal Clinic’s website for a full list of services and most current Fee Schedule.
Contact Information:
(616) 635-2099
furwellness@gmail.com
Location:
5120 Plainfield Ave NE
STE C
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Learn More About Vaccines
Understanding which and vaccines (and when) your cat needs is an important part of keeping them healthy. The guide below from PetMD provides a simple breakdown of core vaccines, optional vaccines, and recommended schedules to help you make informed decisions about your cat’s care.
Rehoming/Surrendering
If you need to find a new home for your cat, this section offers guidance and resources to help you do so safely and responsibly.
Note: If you adopted a cat from Community Cat Crew and can no longer care for them, we will always welcome them back. Please reach out to us so we can discuss the next steps.
Rehome vs Surrender
Rehome
Rehoming means finding a new home for your cat yourself or with guidance, keeping the cat out of a shelter and often reducing stress. It allows you to screen adopters, share your cat’s personality, and ensure they go to a safe, loving home.
Surrender
Surrendering means giving your cat directly to a shelter or rescue organization. While sometimes necessary, it can be stressful for the cat and may limit your ability to influence their next home. Shelters may also have limited space, which can affect intake options.
Whenever possible, rehoming is recommended as it gives cats a better chance at a smooth, safe transition to their new family.
Rehoming: Steps, Tips, and Resources
Rehoming Platform Options
Rehome with Love offers several services, including a free option that lets pet guardians list their pets with basic support and guidance.
Home-to-Home lets pet owners connect with potential adopters by posting pets in need of a new home.
Adopt-a-Pet provides a straightforward, reliable way to rehome your pet directly from your home to a loving new family.
No-Kill Network helps connect your cat with a loving home while keeping them out of shelters.
1. Make Sure Rehoming Is Necessary
Rehoming is never easy. Before moving forward, see if extra support, behavior help, vet care, or community resources might make it possible for your cat to stay with you.
2. Share Their Story
Create a simple profile that captures who your cat truly is. Include age, personality, medical history, and a few good photos.
3. Start With Your Network
Ask friends, family, coworkers, and neighbors. Safe matches often come from people you know.
4. Use Safe Rehoming Platforms
For trustworthy options, please refer to our curated list of recommended rehoming options, chosen to help connect your cat with responsible adopters.
5. Look for the Right Fit, Not the Fastest
Ask thoughtful questions about potential adopters’ homes, experience, and expectations. Trust your instincts. You should wait for the home that feels right.
6. Introduce Them With Honesty
Share the good, the silly, and the challenging. Being transparent helps ensure your cat’s next home is truly prepared for them.
7. Ask for a Small Fee
It may feel uncomfortable, but a fee shows commitment and protects your cat from unsafe situations.
8. Send Them With Love
A familiar blanket, favorite toy, or a small supply of their usual food can bring comfort as they adjust to their new life.
9. Check In
A simple message or photo update can bring peace of mind and make the transition easier for everyone, including you.
Surrendering: Resources
While surrendering can be the right choice for some situations, shelters often operate at or over capacity, so availability varies. Below, you’ll find a short list of local organizations that accept surrenders and information on how to contact them.
Click to View: MICHIGAN REGISTERED ANIMAL SHELTERS BY COUNTY
Humane Society of West Michigan
- Animal Shelter in West Michigan
- Owner Surrender Fees:
- Kittens 6mo and younger: $50
- $5 additional charge for each littermate
- Cats 6mo and older: $50
- Kittens 6mo and younger: $50
- HSWM does not accept checks
- Accepts owner surrenders by appointment only
*Visit Humane Society of West Michigan’s website for a full list of services and most current Fee Schedule.
Contact Information:
(616) 453-0175
admitting@hswestmi.org
Location:
3077 Wilson Dr. NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49534
Harbor Humane
- 501(c)3 Non-Profit animal rescue in West Michigan
- Owner Surrender Fee: $65
- Must have an appointment, otherwise a $200 Emergency Surrender Fee will be charged
- Accepts owner surrenders by appointment only
*Visit Harbor Humane’s website for a full list of services and most current Fee Schedule.
Contact Information:
(616) 399-2119
office@harborhumane.org
Location:
14345 Bagley St.
West Olive, MI 49460
Kent County Animal Shelter
- Animal Shelter in West Michigan
- Owner Surrender Fee: $35
- Accepts owner surrenders by appointment only
*Visit Kent County Animal Shelter’s website for a full list of services and most current Fee Schedule.
Contact Information:
(616) 632-7300
Location:
740 Fuller Ave NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Heaven Can Wait Animal Haven
- 501(c)(3) Non-Profit cat rescue in West Michigan
- Accepts owner surrenders by appointment only
*Visit Heaven Can Wait Animal Haven’s website for a full list of services and most current Fee Schedule.
Contact Information:
(616) 402-1417
info@heavencanwaitmi.org
Location:
HCW Retail Resale Store
1639 W Sherman
Norton Shores, MI 49441
Reuben’s Room Cat Rescue
- 501(c)(3) Non-Profit cat rescue in West Michigan
- Focuses on rehoming domesticated cats
- does not take stray/feral cats
- Accepts owner surrenders by appointment only
*Visit Reuben’s Room Cat Rescue’s website for a full list of services and most current Fee Schedule.
Contact Information:
catrescuereubensroom@gmail.com
Location:
PO Box 140201
Grand Rapids, MI 49514
Cannonsville Critters
- 501(c)3 Non-Profit cat rescue in Montcalm County
- Accepts owner surrenders by appointment only
*Visit Cannonsville Critters’ website for a full list of services and most current Fee Schedule.
Contact Information:
(989) 287-2553
cannonsvillecritters@yahoo.com
Location:
701 N Lafayette St
Greenville, MI, 48838
Emergency Temporary Shelter for Pets in Need
When crisis strikes, love shouldn’t be left behind.
Humane Society of West Michigan’s PETS Network program offers short-term foster care (up to 30 days) for pets whose owners are experiencing temporary crises – such as homelessness, domestic violence, hospitalization, or natural disasters. The primary goal of this program is to reunite pets and their owners after 30 days – so pets and their people can stay together long-term.
