Trap

The first step in the TNR program is to trap the feral cats in a humane way and to house them in a safe environment until they can be examined by a vet. We do this by setting up special trap cages, which are continuously monitored by our volunteers.

Neuter

Fertile female cats can have up to 20 kittens per year – that’s over 300 offspring in just three years! This rapid population growth has a very negative effect on the well-being of feral cats, which is why it is important to spay and neuter them.

Return

Once the feral cats have been spayed or neutered and have recovered from their surgeries, illnesses and injuries, they are returned to their home territory where kind, cat-loving people will make sure they have access to food at all times.

Not all cats are returned

What started as just a TNR program for feral cats has developed into a comprehensive program for rescuing strays and homeless cats from all kinds of situations.

We not only rescue stray cats but also accept cats that are surrendered to us from homes that have no other options. Older feral cats have also shown that they are quite happy living indoors and quickly get used to the safety and warmth of a loving home.

See cats that are available for adoption

Our veterinarians

Villikettir works in close collaboration with veterinarians all over the country, in particular with the following veterinarians:

Dýralæknastofa Hafnarfjarðar

Dýralæknaþjónusta Suðurlands

Dýralæknastofa Suðurnesja

Dýralæknaþjónustan Loppur og hófar

Dýralæknaþjónusta Vesturlands

Dýralæknastofan á Egilsstöðum

We would like to point out that Animalía veterinary hospital handles emergencies in the capital area 24 hours a day, by calling 555-0112. Information about veterinarians on call in other parts of the country can be found on the MAST website..

Want to help?

Here are a few ways to help our cause

Donate

We accept donations into bank account 0111-26-73030, ID (kennitala) 710314-1790, but you can also donate through our webshop or support us by buying our merchandise.

Shop

Volunteer

Our volunteers do all sorts of odd jobs for our cats, such as driving cats between vet appointments and foster homes, taking shifts at our shelters, and helping with fundraising for our medical fund.

Volunteer

Foster

Foster homes accept our cats into their care until they go to their forever homes. Some cats need time to learn to trust humans again, while others are just waiting to be adopted.

Fostering

Villikettir around Iceland

Our organization has grown immensely in recent years, as there are so many feral and stray cats all around Iceland that need our help. There is great work being done all over the country. Below you can find information on all our regional departments, as well as how to follow them on social media and support them with direct donations. The ID number (kennitala) is the same as for the club: 710314-1790.