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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. *For transcripts of most shows, visit https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/podcast/.© 2023 The Community Cats Podcast, All Rights Reserved Economia Gestão e Liderança
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  • Municipal Shelter Innovation: No-Kill Success in Small-Town Mississippi, Featuring Glen Andrews, Director, Horn Lake Animal Shelter

    Municipal Shelter Innovation: No-Kill Success in Small-Town Mississippi, Featuring Glen Andrews, Director, Horn Lake Animal Shelter
    Aug 19 2025
    "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.” This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund and the Rescue Cleaners and Disinfectants. In this episode, host Stacy LeBaron sits down with Glen Andrews, Director of the Horn Lake Animal Shelter in North Mississippi. With over two decades in animal welfare and experience in virtually every shelter role imaginable—from event coordinator to veterinary assistant to director—Glen brings a unique "Renaissance rescuer" perspective to municipal animal services. His journey from Manhattan's urban animal control to rural Mississippi's challenges offers valuable insights into adapting shelter practices across different regional cultures and community needs. Glen shares how he transformed a small, antiquated municipal shelter into a thriving no-kill facility while simultaneously doubling intake numbers. The conversation covers his innovative approaches to community engagement, including low-cost spay/neuter programs, pet food pantries, youth volunteer corps, and strategic community cat management. Glen discusses the importance of removing the enforcement stigma from municipal shelters and positioning them as community resources that help people keep their pets rather than judging pet owners in crisis. Whether you're working in a large urban shelter or a small rural facility, this episode provides actionable strategies for building community trust, implementing sustainable programs with limited resources, and achieving life-saving outcomes. Glen's emphasis on understanding local demographics, strategic partnerships, and the power of microchipping offers a roadmap for municipal shelters looking to modernize their approach and better serve both animals and the people who care about them. Press play now for: How Glen's diverse shelter experience prepared him to lead comprehensive reform at a small municipal facilityThe cultural differences in pet ownership between urban North and rural South, and how to adapt programming accordinglyStrategies for removing the enforcement stigma from municipal shelters and building community trustDetails on Horn Lake's innovative programs: low-cost spay/neuter, pet food pantry, and youth volunteer corpsGlen's data-driven approach to community cats and achieving 100% more TNR surgeries than neighboring areasHow to achieve no-kill status while doubling intake through strategic partnerships and enhanced marketingThe game-changing impact of mandatory microchipping and achieving 20% above national average for return-to-owner ratesGlen's vision for microchipping every animal in Horn Lake and creating a model for other communitiesPractical advice for small municipal shelters on accessing grants and proving community needThe importance of municipal leadership support and how to work within government structures Resources mentioned: Horn Lake Animal Shelter Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/HornLakeAnimalShelter/)Horn Lake Animal Shelter website (https://www.hornlake.org/departments/AnimalShelter)Horn Lake Animal Shelter phone: (662) 393-5857Horn Lake Animal Shelter Petfinder page (https://www.petfinder.com/member/us/ms/horn-lake/friends-of-horn-lake-animal-shelter-ms71/)Maddie's Fund website (https://www.maddiesfund.org/)Maddie's Pet Forum (https://forum.maddiesfund.org/home)Maddie's University education courses (https://university.maddiesfund.org/)Best Friends Animal Society website (https://bestfriends.org/)Community Cats Podcast website (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/)Maddie's Fund grant programs (https://www.maddiesfund.org/) Sponsor Links: Maddie's Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies623)Rescue Cleaners and Disinfectants (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/virox) Follow & Review We’d love for you to follow us if you haven’t yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts(https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-community-cats-podcast/id1125752101?mt=2). Select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then share a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.
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    30 minutos
  • Healing at Home: How PAD Home Pet Services Is Transforming Feline Healthcare, Featuring Dr. Nicole Liebman, DVM, and Ron Coughlin, Co-Founders of PAD Home Pet Services

    Healing at Home: How PAD Home Pet Services Is Transforming Feline Healthcare, Featuring Dr. Nicole Liebman, DVM, and Ron Coughlin, Co-Founders of PAD Home Pet Services
    Aug 12 2025
    “You have to earn a cat’s love and respect—and when you do, you have it forever.” – Dr. Nicole Liebman This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund and the Rescue Cleaners and Disinfectants. In this inspiring episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron sits down with Dr. Nicole Liebman and Ron Coughlin, the passionate duo behind PAD Home Pet Services—a pioneering in-home pet care company dedicated to making veterinary support more accessible and compassionate, especially for cats. Dr. Liebman, a lifelong animal lover and veterinary oncologist, shares her deep respect for feline behavior and the importance of minimizing stress during care. Alongside Ron Coughlin, former CEO of Petco and current animal welfare advocate, the pair explore how PAD’s in-home model meets critical needs in underserved communities—reducing stress for cats, supporting overburdened clinics, and empowering veterinary technicians. They unpack staggering industry realities—like how over half of all cats never see a veterinarian each year—and share how PAD fills the gap by providing services such as nail clipping, hospice support, post-surgical care, and more, all within the comfort of a pet’s home. The episode highlights collaborations with rescue groups like Little Wanderers and emphasizes how this innovative model is already expanding beyond New York City. Listeners will also gain a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges of veterinary care deserts, technician shortages, and how PAD’s community-focused, tech-driven model aims to be a game-changer—without sacrificing the personal, heart-centered care that animals deserve. Whether you’re a cat lover, rescuer, or industry professional, this conversation will leave you inspired to reimagine what accessible, compassionate pet care can look like. Press Play Now For: Why 53% of cats aren’t getting veterinary care—and what PAD is doing about itThe importance of veterinary techs in in-home careChallenges facing NYC’s rescue and TNR communityPAD’s impact in care deserts like the Bronx and Long IslandWhy at-home care can reduce clinic congestion and improve patient outcomesRon’s vision for a national model without compromising care standardsDr. Liebman’s touching story of a beloved bodega cat’s forever home journey Resources & Links: PAD Home Pet Services (https://padhps.com/)Email: ron@padhps.comLittle Wanderers NYC (https://lwnyc.org/)Animal Medical Center NYC (https://www.amcny.org/)Rancho Coastal Humane Society (https://rchumanesociety.org/)Meals on Wheels Pet Support Program (https://www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org/find-meals-and-services/) Sponsor Links: Maddie's Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies623)Rescue Cleaners and Disinfectants (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/virox) Follow & Review We’d love for you to follow us if you haven’t yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts(https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-community-cats-podcast/id1125752101?mt=2). Select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then share a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.
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    34 minutos
  • Saving Scotland’s Wildcats: A Conservation Comeback, Featuring Lara Semple, Field Team Member at Saving Wildcats

    Saving Scotland’s Wildcats: A Conservation Comeback, Featuring Lara Semple, Field Team Member at Saving Wildcats
    Aug 5 2025
    “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.”

    This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund and the Rescue Cleaners and Disinfectants.

    In this compelling episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron speaks with Lara Semple, field team member of the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland’s “Saving Wildcats” project. Based at the Highland Wildlife Park, this initiative is leading the charge in restoring the critically endangered European wildcat to the Scottish Highlands.

    Lara shares her lifelong passion for feline welfare, tracing her journey from growing up in a boarding cattery to spearheading cutting-edge conservation work. She dives into the complexities of hybridization between wild and domestic cats, the challenges of reintroducing a species on the brink of extinction, and how their team uses GPS collars, soft-release techniques, and intensive field monitoring to give wildcats a fighting chance.

    Listeners will also learn how TNVR (Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate, Return) practices are strategically used to prevent genetic dilution from domestic cats, a major threat to wildcat survival. Lara explains the licensing hurdles, community outreach, and behavioral assessments involved in identifying and managing feral cat populations.

    This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in conservation, community cat management, and the delicate dance of coexistence between humans and wildlife. It’s an inspiring look at science, compassion, and collaboration at work in one of the UK’s most rugged and breathtaking landscapes.

    Press Play Now For:

    • How European wildcats differ from domestic cats—and why it matters
    • The story of Craig, a legendary feral cat with a 10 km² territory
    • What it takes to breed and reintroduce wildcats into the Highlands
    • How TNVR fits into saving a species from genetic extinction
    • Strategies to mitigate conflict between wildcats and rural communities
    • The unexpected challenges of identifying "owned" outdoor cats

    Resources & Links:

    • Saving Wildcats Project Website (https://www.savingwildcats.org.uk/)
    • Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (https://www.rzss.org.uk/)
    • Cats Protection (UK) (https://www.cats.org.uk/)
    • Highland Wildlife Park (https://www.highlandwildlifepark.org.uk/)

    Sponsor Links:

    • Maddie's Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies623)
    • Rescue Cleaners and Disinfectants (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/virox)

    Follow & Review

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    27 minutos
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