On July 10, coinciding with National Kitten Day, the ASPCA announced that its Kitten Foster Program in Los Angeles has successfully cared for 15,000 kittens. This program relies on foster caregivers who provide essential care to vulnerable kittens, especially during the peak of kitten season when shelters nationwide face an influx of newborn cats.
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The milestone was marked by the rescue of the 15,000th kitten, named Juno. Juno, a three-month-old partially blind kitten, was taken to the Los Angeles County Animal Care Center in Baldwin Park by a Good Samaritan. She required medical attention, prompting the center to seek assistance from the ASPCA. After her transfer, Juno was placed in a foster home where she received dedicated care. She is now thriving and has been paired with another kitten to help her adapt to her limited vision. The ASPCA staff is monitoring her eyes, as potential surgery may be needed to prevent infection and alleviate pain.
Hella Tyler, director of foster care for the Los Angeles feline programs, stated, "Every kitten deserves a chance to thrive. Reaching 15,000 kittens rescued through our Los Angeles Foster Program is more than a milestone; it’s 15,000 toe beans and little heart beats that have been given hope, care, and the opportunity for a brighter future. This is all made possible by the incredible dedication of our foster volunteers and community — we are so grateful!"
The program is currently in urgent need of specialized foster caregivers who can care for sick kittens or those requiring frequent bottle-feeding.