In the United States, instances of animal cruelty and abuse are handled by the ASPCA. Stray animal rescues are handled by the AC&C (Animal Care & Control). If your city has a 311 number, you can get your local AC&C's number by calling them.
Otherwise, call 411 for the information If you want, you can also take the cats to the AC&C yourself The Related Link below may also help you find the phone number/location of your local AC&C.
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