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 Bea, a feline resident of our shelter. This adult cat is the epitome of sweetness, radiating warmth and friendliness...
Read MoreMeet Kendyl, a charming feline resident of our shelter. Kendyl's personality is as sweet as honey, making her an absolute...
Read MoreHi there! I'm Epiphany. Life's an adventure, don't you think? Every day is full of new things to explore. My...
Read MoreBonjour, I'm Pierre! Life in the shelter is a whirl of friendly faces and gentle pets. I'm a connoisseur of...
Read MoreMeet Kaladin, a young feline with a heart full of affection. His personality is as charming as it is endearing....
Read MoreHello, I'm Dasha! My days are filled with chasing toy mice and pouncing on feather wands. I'm quite the explorer,...
Read MoreHello there, I'm Sir Fluffington! I'm a friendly, goofy, and sweet fellow who loves nothing more than a good meal....
Read MoreHello, I'm Rowena. I'm a bit shy, you see. New faces, loud noises, they all make me a little nervous....
Read MorePrincess was living her life in a feral cat colony. She found herself at FOF and due to her circumstances,...
Read MoreHello, I'm Aziza! Sweet, brave, cuddly, and the goofiest cat you'll ever meet. I'm the life of the party at...
Read MoreHello there, I'm Raphael! Life in the shelter is pretty good, but I dream of a home where I can...
Read MoreOpal is a very playful and dainty kitten. She has beautiful orange stripes and a sweet little face. She loves...
Read MoreMeet Simba, a youthful feline residing in our shelter. He's a gentle soul, who prefers quiet corners over bustling activity....
Read MoreMeet Credence, a gentle soul residing in our shelter. Despite his shy demeanor, he's a beacon of sweetness and friendliness....
Read MoreMeet Nash, a cat who embodies the essence of a perfect companion. This adult feline is the epitome of sweetness,...
Read MoreMeet Ebby, a cat with a heart as warm as her personality. Her sweetness is infectious, making everyone around her...
Read MoreBrienne is a shy girl who although isn’t fond of quick movements or being picked up. She is content with...
Read MoreBridget found herself as a stray with about 12 other kitties. All were so friendly they just couldn’t return to...
Read MoreHello, I'm Ashlyn! I'm still young, and full of life. I'm a chatty kitty who loves to express myself. I'll...
Read MoreHello, I'm Avril. The world seems so big to me, yet I've only known a fraction of it. I'm a...
Read MoreHello, I'm Apple. I may be a bit shy at first, but give me a moment and you'll see my...
Read MoreHello there, I'm Kaysen. I'm a friendly soul, full of love and warmth! My days are spent seeking companionship, whether...
Read MoreHello, I'm Jori. I used to live in a world where everything sparkled. One day, I chased a shimmering butterfly...
Read MoreOnyx is very shy and quiet. She does allow soft pets and she loves treats. It will take her some...
Read MoreLeah is a beautiful girl who takes a minute to warm up to new environments, but once she does she...
Read MoreLex is a playful ham who enjoys being pet and chasing toys. You can expect her to entertain you for...
Read MoreMeet Compton, a gentle soul with a heart full of curiosity. He's a quiet observer, preferring to watch the world...
Read MoreMeet Rusty, a gentle soul with a quiet demeanor. Rusty is a bit shy at first, but once he warms...
Read MoreLuna is a stand-out gal with her gorgeous green eyes! She likes to cuddle and be held. You can expect...
Read MoreToobie is a gentleman who likes cuddles and attention. He enjoys being held and will often try to climb onto...
Read MoreMeet Bristol, a charming feline resident of our shelter. Bristol's personality is a delightful blend of friendly and curious. Her...
Read MoreHello, I'm Quinton. I'm young, sweet, and a bit shy. This world is so big and I'm still trying to...
Read MoreShaggy showed up in the yard of a 90 year old woman who tends neighborhood cats. She contacted FOF because...
Read MoreMoki was originally adopted out as a kitten in 2020. Unfortunately he was returned and the reasons why weren’t clear....
Read MoreMeet Cabo, a charming feline resident of our shelter. His friendly demeanor and sweet nature have endeared him to all....
Read MoreHello there, I'm Ebenezer. I may be a senior, but I still have a lot of love to give. I'm...
Read MoreOdessa is a reserved lady who enjoys observing from a safe spot. She is coming out of her shell and...
Read MoreMeet Vixen, a gentle soul with a heart full of love. She's a cat who prefers quiet corners and soft...
Read MoreHello, I'm Venus, a timid little kitten with a heart full of love. I might be a bit shy at...
Read MoreHello, I'm Vladimir. I might seem a bit reserved at first, but once you get to know me, you'll find...
Read MoreHello, I'm Voodoo. I may be a bit shy at first, but give me a moment and my sweet, gentle...
Read MoreHello, I'm Starla. I've been told I'm sweet and friendly, but I'll let you in on a secret - I've...
Read MoreMeet Emily, a charming feline resident of our shelter. She's an adult cat with a heart full of love and...
Read MoreOctavia is a gorgeous kitten with a fierce dignity and secret soft side. She recognizes that atop a pillow is...
Read MoreOrianna’s name comes from the Latin for gold, and she’s just that—a little treasure. She has the sweetest disposition, so...
Read MoreHello there, I'm Gemma. I've made this shelter my temporary home, but I'm ready for something more permanent. I'm as...
Read MoreMeet Mozzy, a tender soul seeking a forever home. Though initially shy, his gentle spirit shines through once he feels...
Read MoreHello there, I'm Jealous. Don't let my name fool you, I'm not envious, just a little timid. I've always been...
Read MoreHello there, I'm Angelica! I'm known for my sweet and friendly nature. I'm also quite the curious feline, always ready...
Read MoreHi, I'm Moose! I'm a fun-loving kitten who loves to play. I'm a cautious boy, but I've got a heart...
Read MoreHello, I'm Nora. I'm as sweet as a sugar cookie, as friendly as your best friend, and as gentle as...
Read MoreDottie is a sweet, gentle, playful kitty with a loud purr. She is an amazing hunter- playful and so fast....
Read MoreMeet Lorne, a young feline resident of our shelter. His personality is a mix of playful, friendly, and sweet. He's...
Read MoreMeet Pazia, a young feline with an infectious zest for life. Her days are filled with chasing after shadows, batting...
Read MoreMeet Porter, a young feline with a heart full of potential. His demeanor may come across as shy, but once...
Read MoreSilver, a gorgeous girl who adores attention and cuddles, however, she's reserved and requires gentle coaxing. A peaceful household would...
Read MoreKrew is a sweet soul. It takes Krew a bit to adjust and he will need a patient Family. Once...
Read MoreMeet Tober, one of the the prettiest Kitties! White with buff ears and buff striped tail. It took Tober a...
Read MoreMeet Paloma, a cat who embodies sweetness and gentleness. Despite her shyness, Paloma is a true companion, offering a comforting...
Read MoreMeet Dudley, a feline friend who's spent his days refining the art of companionship. With a disposition as sweet as...
Read MoreHello, I'm Rupert. In this bustling shelter, I've mastered the art of gentleness and kindness. I love spending my days...
Read MoreHello there, I'm Lucky! As my name suggests, I've always had a knack for finding the silver lining. I'm a...
Read MoreHello, I'm Diego. I'm a pretty laid-back guy who loves a good nap and a gentle chin scratch. My favorite...
Read MoreHello, darlings! I'm Priya, your friendly feline diva. Let me tell you about the time I ended up here, at...
Read MorePetey is a sweet little guy who is looking for a loving family. He is currently being fostered in home...
Read MoreThis happy, curious and treat loving girl may seem shy at first but she warms up with treats and gentle...
Read MorePerry is a sweet and gentle soul. This lovely girl is a big fan of treats and loves gentle pets....
Read MoreHello, I'm Lorelei. I'm a sweet and friendly cat who loves to play. I'm an expert at finding the comfiest...
Read MoreHello, I'm Phaedra. I'm a gentle soul, seeking a quiet corner in a loving home. I may be a bit...
Read MoreHello, I'm LeeLee. I'm a bit of a wallflower, but don't let that fool you. I'm as friendly as they...
Read MoreShy. This cat was left behind when his owners moved. A kind neighbor fed him for the past year. But...
Read MoreEris is a pretty chill, laid back guy. He likes to always follow his foster mom around and then lays...
Read MoreMorrigan is very energetic and loves playing with wand toys. One of her favorite things is attacking your hands or...
Read MoreMeet Colter! He's a complex soul and needs someone to understand that there is a sweet boy inside a quirky...
Read MoreMeet Gucci, a gentle soul with a heart full of love. She's an adult cat who carries an air of...
Read MoreMeet Stella, a feline resident of our shelter who embodies sweetness and gentleness. Despite her shy nature, she's always welcoming...
Read MoreHello, I'm Bianca. I'm a gentle soul, a little shy at first, but once I get to know you, I...
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 Echo, a cat with a tale that sparkles with enchantment. Once, she lived in a world where felines ruled,...
Read MoreI am a tender-hearted guy with an instant purr when pet. I am timid at first, and need time to...
Read MoreMeet Yoko, a delightful feline resident of our shelter. Yoko's curiosity knows no bounds, and she loves exploring her surroundings...
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 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 MoreSasha found herself at Focus on Ferals sadly after her human went into hospice. She is a beautiful, sweet, fun...
Read MoreDelaney is a sweet kitty. She is very chill and laid back. She enjoys comfy beds and blankets! She came...
Read MoreHank is a timid but playful boy who is still working on being approached - because of this we recommend...
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 MoreGuinness is a chill boy who's had a rough go in life, but it didn't make him any less sweet....
Read MoreSiobhan was found abandoned in her home. Although she was welcomed into the shelter, she wasn’t a huge fan. Once...
Read MoreSavanna is a young lady born in May 2022. She recently gave birth to four sweet kittens and is protective...
Read MoreEarnest is a boy who loves to explore! He has lots of energy and always wants to know what’s going...
Read MoreAbbie is an energetic and on the GO kitty! She just wiggles and loves to be a part of anything...
Read MoreTango is a shy boy. He was found in a feral cat colony. After finding out he was double positive...
Read MoreBetty is such a sweet soul! She loves pets, a warm bed and some snuggles. She is the perfect ‘chill’...
Read MoreTollee is a very sweet and patient boy. He enjoys getting pets and his tummy rubbed. He was an outside...
Read MoreSay hello to Larentia! This lovely lady has been a stray for many years until she recently decided to let...
Read MoreGolden was adopted out in 2022 when she was a kitten. Due to no fault of her own, she was...
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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! 🥰