Our mission is to provide education, information and dialogue that will create a supportive environment empowering people to help cats in their community. *For transcripts of most shows, visit https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/podcast/.
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Welcome to United We Spay - the show dedicated to promoting affordable spay/neuter services across the USA and beyond. In each episode, we delve into the heart of a movement that's changing the lives of animals and communities for the better. Our mission is clear: build awareness, educate, and empower. In this podcast, we'll explore the inspiring stories and voices that drive the spay/neuter movement, all while keeping our eyes on the bigger picture. Hosted by Stacy LeBaron, our team at Unit ...
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Taking Rescue to New Heights with Michael Schneider, Founder of Pilots to the Rescue
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"Giving back is way more powerful than receiving. The benefits are tenfold, and they come back to you in ways you can’t explain." This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie’s Fund and the Whisker Tracker App. In this inspiring episode of The Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron sits down with Michael Schneider, founder of Pilots to the Rescu…
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A Reproductive Revolution: Reframing TNR in Urban Landscapes with Katja M. Guenther, Professor at the University of California, Riverside
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"The reproductive justice framework is really useful for thinking about community cats and TNR because it opens us up to engaging with the lives of the cats both personally and before sterilization, but also afterwards." This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie’s Fund and Tomahawk Traps. In this episode, Stacy LeBaron welcomes Katja Gunther, a p…
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011: Empowering Communities: The Long Island Cat Project with Dr. Gay Senk
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Affordable spay-neuter services are the unsung heroes in the battle against feline overpopulation. On this episode of United We Spay, Stacy welcomes Dr. Gay Senk, a feral cat surgeon from the Farmingdale Dog and Cat Clinic, who shares her extraordinary journey from equine practice to becoming a fervent advocate for spay-neuter initiatives. Dr. Senk…
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3500 Cats and Counting: A Two-Woman TNR Success Story with Dr. Christine Monroe, Owner/Veterinarian & Rhonda Shaffer, Assistant/Trapper, Spay + Neuter Northwest
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"We will not spay and neuter ourselves out of the problem...the education is the lasting part of it, and that will go from person to person." This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie’s Fund and Tomahawk Traps. In this episode of the Community Cats Podcast, Stacy interviews Dr. Christine Monroe, a seasoned veterinarian, and Rhonda Shaffer, a dedi…
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Mastering the Drop Trap: Essential Skills for Feline Trapping - Part 2, with Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director, Neighborhood Cats
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“When you’re down to the last few cats and time is running out, the drop trap can be your saving grace.” This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie’s Fund and the Whisker Tracker app. In the second part of this special webinar series, Bryan Kortis from Neighborhood Cats dives deeper into the complexities of drop trap techniques. Exploring the adva…
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Mastering the Drop Trap: Essential Skills for Feline Trapping - Part 1, with Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director, Neighborhood Cats
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"The drop trap is the most humane and effective way to trap those hard-to-catch cats, and once you’ve mastered it, you’ll wonder how you ever managed without it.” This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie’s Fund, The Acatemy, and Tomahawk Traps. Join Bryan Kortis and Suzi Richmond from Neighborhood Cats for a special broadcast of two-part webinar…
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Mastering Feline Behavior and Enrichment, with Ingrid Johnson, Certified Cat Behavior Consultant, Fundamentally Feline
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“Don’t underestimate your cats. Elevate your expectations of them, and you’ll be amazed at what they can achieve.” This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie’s Fund and The Acatemy . What if your cat’s behavior problems could be solved with just a few simple changes to their environment? Today, we're speaking with Ingrid Johnson, a certified cat b…
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010: Recruiting and Retention: The Twin Challenges of the Veterinary Profession with Stacy Pursell
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Unlock the secrets to overcoming the veterinary workforce shortage with insights from Stacy’s expert guest, Stacy Pursell, founder and CEO of the Vet Recruiter. In this episode of United We Spay, we address the growing demand for veterinarians and the factors contributing to stress and burnout among current staff. Stacy shares her wealth of knowled…
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Are Cats the Underdogs in Municipal Politics with Stuart Kroll, Animal Rights Advocate, Port Washington, Long Island
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"Our goal is to put as much public pressure on the town representatives as possible and to spread as much awareness as we can, because the more people that are aware of the problem, the more people are going to ask the town to do something about it." This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie’s Fund and Tomahawk Traps. Are you ready to be inspired…
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Targeted TNR: Getting the Most Bang for Your Buck, Part 2, with Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director, Neighborhood Cats
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"Collaboration between animal welfare groups and local governments is the key to creating sustainable, humane community cat programs that work for everyone.” This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie’s Fund, The Keeping People and Pets Together Pet Food Pantry, and Tomahawk Traps. In the second half of this enlightening two-part webinar series, S…
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Targeted TNR: Getting the Most Bang for Your Buck, Part 1, with Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director, Neighborhood Cats
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"Understanding the environment and how we approach the ecosystem with community cats is essential, not just for the cats but for the overall health of the communities they inhabit." This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie’s Fund, Humane Canada, and The Keeping People and Pets Together Pet Food Pantry. In this first installment of a special two-…
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Improving the Lives of Cats Through Logistics and Legislation with Danielle Bays, Senior Analyst for Cat Protection and Policy, HSUS
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“Think about all the things that cats go through…they’re smart, they’re clever and we can learn from them.” This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie’s Fund, The Community Cat Clinic, Humane Canada, and Tomahawk Traps. Are you curious about the evolving landscape of community cat welfare in the United States? In this episode of the Community Cats…
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Creative Solutions for Rural Cats in Canada with Dr. Savannah Howse, Veterinarian and RJ Bailot, Executive Director, Canadian Animal Task Force
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“The community building aspect of this is so key…that interconnectedness is really what allows us to have the impact that we do.” This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie’s Fund, The Community Cat Clinic, the Keeping People and Pets Together Pet Food Pantry, and Tomahawk Traps. Rural areas present pronounced challenges in community cat welfare, …
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009: Empowering Veterinarians: Mastering High-Quality Spay Neuter Procedures with Dr. Becky Morrow
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What if the key to transforming animal welfare was hidden in the precision and efficiency of high-volume spay-neuter services? On this episode of United We Spay, Stacy sits down with Dr. Becky Morrow, a shelter veterinarian, and professor, who shares her incredible journey from aspiring wildlife vet to founding Frankie's Friends Cat Rescue. Dr. Mor…
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Connecting with Cats to Bridge the Communication Gap with Nancy Mello, Animal Communicator and Evidential Medium
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"Animals were my friends, and even before I had words for it, they understood me and gave me comfort and love in a way that I didn't feel in my life, in my family.” This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie’s Fund, The Community Cat Clinic, and Tomahawk Traps. Have you ever wondered if you could understand what your cat is thinking or feeling? In…
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Enhancing Feline Welfare in the Community and Shelters through Behavior Insights and Socialization Techniques with Dot Baisly, Executive Director, IAABC
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"Understanding a cat's socialization history can be the key to determining the best outcome for community cats in shelters." This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie’s Fund, The Community Cat Clinic, and Humane Canada's Summit for Animals. Join us for an insightful conversation with Dot Baisly, a certified behavior consultant with a rich backgro…
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Collaboration is Curbing the Cat Population in Fresno with Brandi Sherman, Co-Founder, Fresno TNR
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“We were trying to rescue our way out, which is never going to happen.” This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie’s Fund, The Community Cat Clinic, and Tomahawk Traps. Step into the world of Brandi Sherman as she shares her remarkable journey from a rural upbringing surrounded by vulnerable cats to leading Fresno TNR— an initiative dedicated to c…
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Catalyzing Change in Community Cat Care with Dawn Benefiel, Executive Director, Indy Neighborhood Cats
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“Without dreaming big and showing people what we think is needed, we’ll never get that dial changed and we need that to change mightily.” This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie’s Fund, The Community Cat Clinic, and Tomahawk Traps. Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dawn Benefiel, founder of Indy Neighborhood Cats, as she shares her …
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008: Unleashing Change: A Dialogue on Neuter Before Adoption (NBA) with Leading Advocates
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On this episode of United We Spay, learn how spay-neuter services are transforming animal welfare and reducing shelter overpopulation with our expert panel. Hear from Peter Marsh, who provides historical insights into effective sterilization laws from California and New Hampshire, and learn from Dr. Jeffrey Young and Dr. Phil Bushby about their ext…
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From Advertising to Advocacy with Tracy Dean, Director of Community Cats of Reno
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“Everybody that I speak with, I just emphasize that we are the answer. We are the solution and they need to be part of the solution.” Episode #567 When Tracy Dean left her advertising career to dedicate herself to the welfare of community cats in Reno, she embarked on an unexpected and redefining journey. This episode is not merely a conversation; …
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Our mission is to provide education, information and dialogue that will create a supportive environment empowering people to help cats in their community.Par Stacy LeBaron
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566: Trappers' Tips and Tricks, Part 2, with Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director, Neighborhood Cats
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How can you outsmart even the wariest of community cats? Join us for the second part of our conversation with expert trapper Bryan Kortis from Neighborhood Cats, where he unveils advanced strategies for trapping elusive felines. Learn the art of camouflaging traps with natural materials like burlap, and discover innovative baiting techniques using …
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565: Trappers Tips and Tricks, Part 1, with Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director, Neighborhood Cats
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What if you could turn the most elusive feral cat into a successfully trapped and cared-for community member? Join Bryan Kortis from Neighborhood Cats as he brings extensive experience to the forefront in this special two-part audio presentation. Learn effective cat trapping techniques, established feeding patterns, and the use of various traps suc…
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564: Blending the Head and Heart to Help Animals, with Stephanie Mathers, Founder of Grants 4 Animals
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Ever wondered how treating a nonprofit like a business can unlock millions in funding? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Stephanie Mathers, a passionate animal welfare advocate and skilled grant writer, who has transitioned from the world of education to founding Grants for Animals. Stephanie’s journey began with the adoption of her first …
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007: Revolutionizing Pet Welfare Through Global Spay/Neuter Initiatives with Craig Neilson & Joaquin Navaro
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When Craig Neilson and Dr. Joaquin Navaro speak, it's impossible not to be moved by their commitment to transforming animal welfare. Imagine a world where pet overpopulation is a thing of the past. On this episode of United We Spay, we’re bringing that vision closer to reality as these passionate advocates recall the evolution of spaying and neuter…
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563: Nuggets of Hope, with Kim Lengling, Author and Host of the Let Fear Bounce Podcast
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When Muffin, a little ball of fur with mischievous eyes, first claimed a corner of my heart, I never imagined where that love would lead. Now I'm joined by Kim Lengling, whose story mirrors the transformative power of companionship, not just with our four-legged friends but with those who share our human journey. Kim, a vocal supporter of veterans …
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562: From the Backyard to the Front Page: Building a TNR Movement, Part 2, with Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director, Neighborhood Cats
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Join us as we continue our exploration of the transformative power of Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) programs in the second part of our series with Bryan Kortis from Neighborhood Cats. He shares invaluable insights on adapting TNR initiatives to various community sizes, the balance between grassroots efforts and expert approaches, and the essential steps…
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561: From the Backyard to the Front Page: Building a TNR Movement, Part 1, with Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director, Neighborhood Cats
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Unlock the secrets behind the transformative Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) movement with Neighborhood Cats' Bryan Kortis as we take you on a riveting two-part adventure. Dive into the grassroots story of New York City's cat population control, discovering how targeted TNR projects and collaborative community efforts led to a dramatic reduction in euthan…
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