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We provide education, information and dialogue that will create a supportive environment empowering people to help cats in their community.
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“I think just the nature of having a shelter that’s supportive and animal control has really expedited this as a success…And I think that made a big difference in the city.” Listen to episode #633 now, featuring Vanessa Forney, Founder & President of Bay Area Cats. This episode is sponsored-in-part […] The post Achieving 40% Reduction in Cat Intake Through Targeted TNR in Sunnyvale appeared first on The Community Cats Podcast.
“We are a unique charity, very innovative in this space. What you’re really doing is you’re inviting people to touch your mission. The number one reason anyone gives to any charity or any cause is to fulfill something within themselves, within their own heart.” Listen to episode #632 now, featuring […] The post Revolutionizing Animal Fundraising with Furlanthropy appeared first on The Community Cats Podcast.
“What we do in Mexico is my dream for Minnesota. We provide free spay neuter to both owned and street animals every single week.” Listen to episode #631 now, featuring Maia Rumpho, Founder of Pet Project Rescue. This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund and The Community Cat Clinic. In […] The post Building Bridges: International Lessons for Community Cat Programs appeared first on The Community Cats Podcast.
“A cat that is well socialized is highly adoptable. A cat that is not well socialized sits in the shelter. It’s an important part of your fostering responsibility to get them ready to live outside. Before it was just saving their lives. But now we know better.” Listen to episode […] The post Revolutionizing Kitten Care: The Kitten College Model appeared first on The Community Cats Podcast.
“We want to turn cat haters into cat toleraters, and that has worked so well. Even the people who say ‘I hate cats.’ Okay, that’s fine if you hate cats. But don’t wish them dead. We’re gonna work to keep them out of your yard.” Listen to episode #629 now, […] The post From Founder to Ambassador: Building Sustainable Community Cat Programs appeared first on The Community Cats Podcast.
“A community cat program does not just help cats. You think you’re going in there to help cats and you turn out really having more impact on the people in that community.” Listen to episode #628 now, featuring Elizabeth Finch, Educator, Author, and Community Cat Program Consultant.   This episode […] The post Building Professional Community Cat Programs: From Strategy to Implementation appeared first on The Community Cats Podcast.
“If you love cats, you should be concerned about trying to help bring those numbers down so animals don’t suffer because this is why we do this. We don’t want animals suffering, having unwanted litters of cats and having to have them suffer.” Listen to episode #627 now, featuring Cathy […] The post Scaling Spay/Neuter: How One Foundation Is Disrupting Access to Care appeared first on The Community Cats Podcast.
“I envision Horn Lake being the hub of North Mississippi when it comes to animal welfare. I want my animal shelter to be the place that people model their strategies after.” Listen to episode #626 now, featuring Glen Andrews, Director, Horn Lake Animal Shelter.   This episode is sponsored-in-part by […] The post Municipal Shelter Innovation: No-Kill Success in Small-Town Mississippi appeared first on The Community Cats Podcast.
“Whether it’s a pet cat, a feral cat, or a wildcat—they all deserve care and respect. TNVR isn’t just about controlling populations; it’s about preserving a legacy.” Listen to episode #624 now, featuring Lara Semple, Field Team Member at Saving Wildcats.   This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund and […] The post Saving Scotland’s Wildcats: A Conservation Comeback appeared first on The Community Cats Podcast.
“I’ve always just had a goal of helping as many animals as possible.” Listen to episode #623 now, featuring Robert Bills, founder of Chappy & Friends.   This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund and the Rescue Cleaners and Disinfectants. For passionate individuals and grassroots organizations working tirelessly in the […] The post Fiscal Sponsorship for Feline Good: The Chappy & Friends Way appeared first on The Community Cats Podcast.
“I’m giving people the really good traps now. The ones that make their lives easier—because the cats shouldn’t be the ones who suffer when we don’t have our act together.” Listen to episode #622 now, featuring KerryAnn May, founder of Animal Outreach of Shelby County.   This episode is sponsored-in-part […] The post Grassroots & Grit: Building TNR Success in Small-Town Indiana appeared first on The Community Cats Podcast.
“They’re not homeless. They know exactly where their home is, and they’ve chosen to be there. We’re literally returning them home—vaccinated and spayed—so it’s a win for the cat, the shelter, and the neighborhood.” – Karen Little Listen to episode #621 now featuring Karen Little of Alley Cat Advocates and […] The post Is Return-to-Field the Future? Insights from Expo appeared first on The Community Cats Podcast.
“My biggest challenge is making sure the welfare of these cats is taken care of. I’ll never desert these cats. Never.” – Gloria Murli Listen to episode #620 now featuring Gloria Murli of Rikers Island Cat Rescue and Mike Phillips of Urban Cat League.   This episode is sponsored-in-part by […] The post Let Meowt! How Rikers Island Is Saving Its Cats appeared first on The Community Cats Podcast.
“Every single cat was easily trained to go into a drop trap with a roof on it. It’s just about giving them time.” Listen to episode #619 now, featuring Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director for Neighborhood Cats.   This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund and the Community Cat Clinic. […] The post Trapper Tips and Tricks, Part 2 appeared first on The Community Cats Podcast.
“Sometimes the best tip is just not skipping the basics.” Listen to episode #618 now, featuring Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director for Neighborhood Cats.   This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund and the Community Cat Clinic. In the first half of this special two-part webinar replay, Bryan Kortis of […] The post Trapper Tips and Tricks, Part 1 appeared first on The Community Cats Podcast.
“Outdoor cats don’t have behavior problems—they just have behavior. It’s when we bring them inside that we need to understand how to meet their needs.” Listen to episode #617 now, featuring Stephen Quandt, Founder of Feline Behavior Associates.   This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. In this enlightening and […] The post The Quiet Power of Listening To Cats and the People Who Love Them appeared first on The Community Cats Podcast.
“Everybody has a role, and if we open up the conversation just a little more, we can help change the numbers—and the lives of these animals.” Listen to episode #616 now, featuring Brandi Winkleman, President and Executive Director of A HOPE.   This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. In […] The post Rural and Underfunded but Still Making It Work: How to Lead Local Change appeared first on The Community Cats Podcast.
“Vaccinating community cats creates a barrier to disease between wildlife, domestic animals, and people.” Listen to episode #615 now, featuring Dr. Bob Weedon, DVM, HQHVSN Veterinary Surgeon.   This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. In this special webinar replay edition of the Community Cats Podcast, Brianna Lovell Myers of […] The post Better Together: TNVR and Public Health appeared first on The Community Cats Podcast.
“You’re not trying to make the situation perfect. You’re just trying to improve it.” Listen to episode #614 now, featuring Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director at Neighborhood Cats.   This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. Part 2 of “From the Backyard to the Front Page: Building a TNR Movement” […] The post Building a TNR Movement Part 2: The Tactics That Make TNR Stick appeared first on The Community Cats Podcast.
“Success attracts donors and grantors, and just provides that foundation for expanding into the wider community.” Listen to episode #613 now, featuring Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director at Neighborhood Cats.   This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. In Part 1 of this recorded webinar, “From the Backyard to the […] The post Building a TNR Movement Part 1: The Roots of a TNR Revolution appeared first on The Community Cats Podcast.
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