08/31/2026
The cats you see here, and more besides, are part of a group of 50+ who were found on an abandoned property filled with junked vehicles outside of Elbe, a small hamlet located in west-central Washington state. A caring neighbor is feeding the colony, and a wonderful rescuer has been diligently working on humanely trapping the kitties and bringing them to us for their spays and neuters.
So far, 31 of the Elbe colony cats and kittens have already had their snips at FCSNP, with another 20 still to go. “There might be one more momcat with a hidden litter—we are keeping our eyes peeled,” their trapper told us. “We are at the point of truly appreciating a good eartip!”
The rescuer has already successfully homed some of the kitties as barn cats, where they are well-cared for and enjoying farm life. Others are being returned to the colony where they will be overseen and fed by the kind neighbor, who has recently purchased the property. Still others are friendlies who are being adopted into loving, indoor homes.
And now you can be part of this success story! FCSNP's costs to spay, neuter, and vaccinate the remaining 20 kitties will be at least $2,000. Your gift will help us finish the work needed at this colony to make sure all the cats have happier, healthier lives. See the link in our comments or visit our bio to help. On behalf of the many kitties at the Elbe Colony, thank mew!
