South County Cats has received a grant from the Petco Foundation to provide spay/neuter assistance for 200 cats.

Applicants on public assistance, unemployed, low income, disabled or senior citizens qualify for the program and are eligible for a voucher at one of eight south King County veterinary partners. To receive assistance, e-mail southcountycats@comcast.net or mail your name and phone number to South County Cats, 26828 Maple Valley Highway, #160, Maple Valley, WA 98038.

South County Cats cannot pay for non-surgery related services such as vaccinations or other treatments.

South County Cats is a Maple Valley-based, all volunteer, 501c3 non-profit organization whose mission is reducing feline overpopulation and homelessness through spay and neuter.

For more information, visit www.southcountycats.petfinder.org.

The program runs through Dec. 31, so please send your information as soon as possible to ensure your receipt of a voucher and appointment at the veterinary clinic of your choice.