We Need Help Trapping

Pawsitivity is run by just a handful of dedicated volunteers — and we could use your help!
If trapping isn’t for you, please visit our Volunteer page to see other ways you can make a difference.

Where We Need Help Most

If you live in Goldendale or Centerville, we especially need your assistance with trapping cats.
We can also work with folks in Bickleton, but Goldendale will be the meeting point for providing traps and arranging drop-offs/pick-ups.
 

The more cats we trap, the fewer new kittens are born, and the healthier existing cat colonies will be.

How We Work

• We partner with community members to locate cat colonies in need.

• Once an area is identified, we focus on ensuring every cat in that colony is spayed or neutered.

• Kittens and socialized adults are placed in foster care for adoption.

• We work with:

  • Feral Cat Coalition of Oregon (FCCO) in Portland

  • Prevent Homeless Pets (PHP) in Benton City

• Our volunteers coordinate appointments, transport cats to and from clinics, and provide ongoing support.

• We also need volunteer drivers to help with clinic transport.

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How it Works:​

• Report Cats – If you notice unaltered feral or stray cats, fill out our TNR Request Form or call/text 509-261-0698.
  Tip: Cats with a tipped right ear are already fixed.

• Trap Lending – We lend humane traps and show you how to set them properly.
  If you already have trapping experience, let us know.

• Important Safety Rules

  • Never pick up or handle a conscious community cat (even kittens).

  • Don’t separate kittens from their mother — we’ll guide you on managing both together.

• Scheduling

  • We confirm surgery dates and let you know when to set traps.

  • Appointments can take several weeks to arrange; trapping a full colony may take months. Patience is key!

• Before Surgery

  • Cats are trapped the day before their appointment.

  • A volunteer will arrange pick-up or a drop-off location.

• Transport & Recovery

  • Cats travel to FCCO or PHP the morning after trapping.

  • After surgery, they rest in their traps for one more night in a safe, dry location with canned food.

• Release & Return

  • Cats are released back to their original location the following day.

  • Please return traps clean — replacement fees apply if not returned.​​

We appreciate as much help as possible and are also grateful for donations to help cover our expenses.  See information on how to donate here.