Focus on Ferals
Our vision is to bring about a No-Kill nation through the effective use of these humane strategies, where every cat is treated with care and compassion.
Our mission is to improve the lives of feral cats through education and action, following the humane methods of Trap-Neuter-Return, and thus treating every feral cat with the compassion and respect they deserve.
Being either born in the wild and never having had human contact, or reverting to a wild state after having been abandoned; the great majority of feral cats cannot be tamed. Generally, attempts at taming or adoption of ferals prove to be fruitless. Our efforts can be realized one-hundred-fold if we do the greatest good for the greatest number of ferals by stopping the cycle of reproduction.
Communities can help these forgotten cats by providing them with food, water, shelter, and spaying/neutering services through the "Trap-Neuter-Return" full management program.
Briefly, TNR consists of the humane trapping, sterilization, and return of feral cats to their familiar habitat to be cared for daily by dedicated volunteers. Kittens under eight weeks and/or tame cats are placed into adoption programs.
Meet Lyric. Lyric got her name because she sang quite the song when she first arrived at the shelter. Wanting...
Read MoreHello, I'm Chumlette. I'm a bit timid, you see. Loud noises startle me, and quick movements make me scurry. I...
Read MoreMeet Walter, the sweetest feline companion you could wish for. In his past life, he was a loyal wizard's cat,...
Read MoreMeet Hollingsworth, a young feline with an irresistible charm. His sweetness is infectious, and his friendly demeanor can brighten anyone's...
Read MoreMeet Echo, a cat with a tale that sparkles with enchantment. Once, she lived in a world where felines ruled,...
Read MoreMeet Jack, a charming feline friend residing in a local shelter. Jack's personality is as endearing as they come. He...
Read MoreI am a tender-hearted guy with an instant purr when pet. I am timid at first, and need time to...
Read MoreMeet BeeBee, a feline resident of our shelter. She possesses a sweet and gentle disposition that will melt your heart....
Read MoreMeet Jeffrey, an adult cat with a heart full of love and a personality that is sure to bring joy...
Read MoreMeet Caspian, a feline companion whose personality shines as bright as the sun. His sweet and friendly demeanor is known...
Read MoreMeet Yoko, a delightful feline resident of our shelter. Yoko's curiosity knows no bounds, and she loves exploring her surroundings...
Read MoreMeet Ringo, a feline full of curiosity and charm. Ringo was once an ordinary cat until he stumbled upon a...
Read MoreMeet Figaro, the cat with an insatiable curiosity and an affinity for cuddles. His goofy, friendly, and energetic personality has...
Read MoreSuri is a shy but sweet girl. She came to the shelter very, very sick and underweight. The vets were...
Read MoreMeet Kirby, the cat with a tale as magical as his personality. Once upon a time, Kirby lived in a...
Read MoreMeet Zenia, a feline resident of our shelter. She's an adult cat with a personality that's as sweet as sugar....
Read MoreMeet Baylor, a senior cat with a heart as warm as his purr. This friendly feline once lived in a...
Read MoreAndromeda is a petite, cute girl! Her coloring is stunning and she has a great personality as well. She loves...
Read MorePeaches came to Focus on Ferals after her owner went into hospice. Peaches was previously living in a home with...
Read MoreScooter and Chip were adopted out in 2016 as kittens. They were returned in 2023 due to no fault of...
Read MoreScooter and Chip were adopted out in 2016 as kittens. They were returned in 2023 due to no fault of...
Read MoreSofia found herself at FOF. She was previously in a home and the shelter environment is stressful for her. However,...
Read MoreGladys was found living outside. She is shy and learning the ropes of inside life. She will need a patient...
Read MoreMouse is a quiet beauty. She is still a bit shy and skittish but once you get her in your...
Read MoreLenny is a younger cat who has lots of energy and loves to play! He is still learning about indoor...
Read MoreLionel was found as a stray. He will need a patient adopter willing to work with him at his own...
Read MoreRudy is a sweet cat who is on the shier side. He gets along great with the other kitties in...
Read MoreMy name is Moon. I’m a little bit shy but when I’m ready to cuddle, I’ll come right to you....
Read MoreMy name is Reginald. I was brought into foster care as a feral kitten. It took a while for me...
Read MoreMy name is June. I was brought into foster care as a feral kitten with my sister Hannah. I'm kind...
Read MoreMy name is Hannah. I was brought into foster care as a feral kitten with my sister June. I’m super...
Read MoreBunny is a sweet girl! She is shy at first but friendly. She will need a home that will give...
Read MoreKatarina was found as a stray. She had a micro chip but her owner did not want her back. Katarina...
Read MoreMilton found himself at Focus on Ferals sadly after his human went into hospice. He is a very regal and...
Read MoreSasha found herself at Focus on Ferals sadly after her human went into hospice. She is a beautiful, sweet, fun...
Read MoreKira is a beautiful kitty! She is shy at first but is a sweetheart if you take the time to...
Read MoreKimora is a beautiful tuxedo kitty! She was found as a stray but she is friendly. She enjoys pets and...
Read MoreCeleste was found as a stray. As she was friendly, she joined the adoption program. She does not mind being...
Read MoreDelaney is a sweet kitty. She is very chill and laid back. She enjoys comfy beds and blankets! She came...
Read MoreWho can resist this cute face? Dolph looks a little disheveled but he is one love bug! He loves attention...
Read MoreMy name is Stacy. I’m a shy little girl that came into Focus on Ferals as a stray. I am...
Read MoreRhiannon is a beautiful tortishell girl. Her split face represents her two sides - shy and reserved at first, but...
Read MoreHello I’m Zoey! I am a black, white, and orange female kitten. I will be honest I am rather shy!...
Read MoreDelbert was found as a stray, very matted and stinky. However despite his rough beginning he is a super sweet...
Read MoreHank is a timid boy who is still working on being approached. He gains a lot of confidence hanging out...
Read MoreMeg and Hercules were surrendered to Focus on Ferals together. They were adopted out from Focus on Ferals years ago,...
Read MoreMeg and Hercules were surrendered to Focus on Ferals together. They were adopted out from Focus on Ferals years ago,...
Read MoreHerman is a playful little boy who is still working on not running away when quickly approached— Because of this...
Read MoreCreme came to Focus on Ferals in May of 2022. She was found in the middle of a field in...
Read MorePancho is a shy little tuxedo cat with a cute little spot on his face. He’s still learning that humans...
Read MoreSid is an affectionate little guy ready to meet his forever family! Always playful and always hungry, he dreams of...
Read MoreSweet Gomez is a bit shy in new and noisy environments, but once he feels confident, his big personality comes...
Read MoreI’m Merino! I was trapped outside with my brother and sister. I was hesitant at first but discovered being inside...
Read MoreNo bad luck here with these black kitties.... Logan and Hitch are looking for their purr-ever place to put their...
Read MoreMeet Sasha, a sweet and shy girl looking for her forever home. This gentle kitty is seeking a patient companion...
Read MoreGuinness is a chill boy who's had a rough go in life, but it didn't make him any less sweet....
Read MoreNo bad luck here with these black kitties.... Logan and Hitch are looking for their purr-ever place to put their...
Read MoreMaxim was found as a stray. When he came to FOF he was feral; but he’s made strides in learning...
Read MoreSiobhan is a gorgeous gal! She was found abandoned in a home and came into our program! Her estimated date...
Read MoreThis is Sadie! Sadie came to us after her owner surrendered her. She is very sweet and loves pets and...
Read MoreSavanna is a young lady born in May 2022. She recently gave birth to four sweet kittens and is protective...
Read MoreHudson was found outside on someone’s lawn when he was a few weeks old. He was malnourished and had an...
Read MoreWaldon is a sweet kitty who came to us after living outdoors. He enjoys indoor life and having food brought...
Read MoreEarnest is a boy who loves to explore! He has lots of energy and always wants to know what’s going...
Read MoreClaire was found wandering our back parking lot. She appears to have been an outdoor cat as she was very...
Read MoreMontego lived a rough and tumble life outdoors, but would now like to be a lap cat for the rest...
Read MoreMeet Minnie & Derek! One look at their pictures and it’s clear why we couldn’t bear to separate this pair!...
Read MoreMeet Minnie & Derek! One look at their pictures and it’s clear why we couldn’t bear to separate this pair!...
Read MoreNonna came to FOF shy and scared. She is still transitioning to understanding she is okay. She is learning she...
Read MoreAbbie is an energetic kitty! As you can see from her photos, she would not sit still for her profile...
Read MoreTango is a shy boy. He was found in a feral cat colony. After finding out he was double positive...
Read MoreMeet Nibbles, the cat with a sweet tooth. This cuddly furball once lived with a baker who had a knack...
Read MoreArthur came to Focus on Ferals after being transferred from Genesee County Animal Control. Arthur is a senior cat and...
Read MoreDorian has a big personality! He is a very chatty cat. If you are looking for a chatty Cathy- he...
Read MoreDawn and Genesis came in together. They are both friendly and love to play! If you are looking for two...
Read MoreCrusty is a sweet, sweet soul! He begs and cries for all the attention! He loves pets, hugs, being held...
Read MoreMonroe is a fun, young gal! She is approximately 1 year old (born in early 2022). Because of her young...
Read MoreBetty is such a sweet soul! She loves pets, a warm bed and some snuggles. She is the perfect ‘chill’...
Read MoreSlappy was found as a stray. His estimated date of birth is 2019. Slappy is friendly and enjoys pets. He...
Read MoreStreet cat gone soft? I don't know about soft, but I definitely like the good life! Back when I was...
Read MoreHelen Keller is the nicest, sweetest kitty you will ever meet. She is very gentle and precious. However, Helen Keller...
Read MoreLorien is a foster success story! She started out quite shy and skittish, but now she loves to get pets,...
Read MoreTollee is a very sweet and patient boy. He enjoys getting pets and his tummy rubbed. He was an outside...
Read MoreRomeo came to Focus on Ferals after being pull from Genesee County Animal Control. Unfortunately Romeo is FeLV+, but he...
Read MoreSay hello to Larentia! This lovely lady has been a stray for many years until she recently decided to let...
Read MoreKellie is such a sweet girl! She was found as a stray but is now looking for her forever home....
Read MoreEsmeralda is a petite kitty. She was born in April of 2021. She is shy but friendly. She enjoys pets...
Read MoreTiger was at Lake County Animal Control before Focus on Ferals rescued him. He is an older gentleman but very...
Read MoreMoonsplash is a gentle, sweet kitty! She was surrendered by her owner because she wanted Moonsplash to have a better...
Read MoreBennett is such a ham! He is so precious. He is shy at first but such a lover! If he...
Read MoreMidnight is a sleek black beauty. He can be shy in the beginning and will need a human that is...
Read MoreCady is such a lovely lady in her black and white coat with her adorable little beauty mark. This petite...
Read MoreAvery is a sweet girl in her beautiful gray and white coat. She is looking for a quiet home with...
Read MoreFun & Cuddles! I like to play just as much as I like to be petted. One moment I'm chasing...
Read MoreTilly was born in July of 2021. She can be a shy kitty at first but once she feels comfortable...
Read MoreMacGregor found himself at FOF after living the life of a stray cat. He is super friendly and loves attention!...
Read MoreMy name is Sophie! I’ve been a busy kitty over the last few months. I was found as a stray...
Read MoreOnce you meet Chris you’ll be charmed by his tiny, polite squeaks, and entertained by his powerful/playful bunny kicks. This...
Read MoreA Bromance for the Ages. Two cats, both alike in dignity, in Focus on Ferals, where we lay our scene…...
Read MoreMy name is Doogie and I need a home! ‘Be who you are and say what you feel, because those...
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11/11/2021
Welcome Home!💜
Kim, unfortunately found herself back with us, but quickly found her family! She will have a fur sibling and humans to dote on her!
Thank you for choosing a FOF kitty!
WOW! The delivery drivers probably hate us now, but that’s ok! We were overwhelmed with the number of donations we received today! Thank you for always responding to our wet food requests! We couldn’t do this without you! These donations make all the difference in the lives of shelter kitties and are appreciated more than you know! 💗
11/10/2021
Welcome Home! 💜
Lil Rumpey found her happily ever after today! Her new family made sure to grab her favorite toys before taking her home! Thank you PetSmart - Grandville for helping bring this family together!
And….we or should we say, the kitties, we’re excited to get some wet food today! I’d say they have a few days worth!
THANK YOU! 😻
11/10/2021
Meet Squatch!
1 in 3,000 calico cats are male, and we have ourselves a 💙 BOY 💙
We cannot believe he hasn’t been adopted based on his rarity alone…..in addition to this, he sports a playful and loving kitten personality! We will give everyone a moment to ponder his beauty…..but don’t wait too long if you want to adopt…..
Apply here 👉 https://www.focusonferals.org/adopt/adoption-application/
We are located in Byron Center MI 49315 and unfortunately we do not do out of state adoptions. But he is still available to anyone who lives in Michigan!
11/09/2021
Welcome Home! 💜
Cholulah found her happily ever after today!
Thank you PetSmart-Grandville for helping this family find each other!
11/08/2021
Welcome Home! 💜
Dewey and Dilbert found their happily ever afters! Best part is, these boys get to stay together!
Thank you for the donations too! 🥰
11/08/2021
❄️ FREE Winter 🐈⬛ Shelter Distribution for the week of 11/8/21 ❄️
Tuesday 11/9….4:30-6pm
Thursday 11/11…..7-8:30am (Veterans Day)
Saturday 11/13….9-11am
Pickup Location:
Focus on Ferals
7962 Clyde Park Ave SW
Byron Center MI 49315
🚨 Distribution is done at our BACK door. 🚨
We will continue making shelters until the need is met. Shelters are given out on scheduled dates on a first come, first serve basis. We do this annual program to help our community cats and their caregivers. We do not expect donations for shelters but they are welcomed.
11/08/2021
Urgent plea for wet food! 🙀
This is who your donation helps! Dudley is just one of many kitties in our care, who benefit from eating their weight in wet food.
Our kitties are not picky, they will eat about any flavor of pate style food we give them!
Can you help us restock our shelves?
We have several ways to do this:
Chewy:
https://www.chewy.com/g/20-3228587_b74061017
Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1VQ6GIBHGGVTN?ref_=wl_share
🐾 Thank you all! Focus on Ferals would not exist without the kindness and generosity of our amazing community. The kitties and volunteer team appreciate your continued support!
11/04/2021
Welcome Home! 💜
Ender, Valentine, Pumpkin, Archie & Tango found their happily ever afters!
And…Mama Caprese made her foster home, her forever home!
To top the night off, donations! 🎉💗 Thank you!
11/03/2021
Welcome Home! 💜
Cheese, Biscuit, Clover, Lucky and Crash found their happily ever afters tonight!
Many thanks for the continued donations! They always make our day! 💗
11/02/2021
Welcome Home! 💜
Griffen found his happily ever after tonight!
We also received some liquid gold aka wet food and cat nip toys! 🙀 Thank you! The kitties know what both those items are! 😻🐈⬛
11/02/2021
Handyman (or woman!) Help Urgently Needed!
We are in the middle of our annual shelter distribution and we can nowhere near keep up with the demand. We have 3 volunteers making the shelters and they’ve collectively put in hundreds of hours…..with no end in sight. Doc, Patty and Cam (a student!) are pumping out shelters as fast as they can but they need help!
We need a few more people who are willing to donate their time to make shelters for us. ***We supply all the materials; insulation and totes.*** You supply the time and tools. You would pickup materials from our shelter, take them home to cut and assemble, and return them to our facility. We add the straw.
Tools required:
6 inch hole saw
Electric carving knife or table saw (to cut the foam insulation)
Many hands make light(er) work and WE NEED HELP.
If you’re in the Kent County (or close) area, and can help make shelters….please email our director at Gina@focusonferals.org.
🥶Please share this post. Cats outside are cold and we still need to get hundreds more shelters made in the coming weeks…..
10/31/2021
Welcome Home! 💜
Kia found her happily ever after! Thank you Grandville PetSmart for helping find her family!
Big thanks for the many donations received this week! 🥰