The Community Cats Podcast

Take a peek into a future where technology and animal welfare walk paw-in-paw. Chris Roy is here to unpack the leaps Doobert has made in feline welfare technology. He's bringing along their case management module that's reshaping how animal organizations handle the gamut of operations from colony management to those heartwarming adoption stories.  Imagine a world where automated workflows and two-...

Unravel the mysteries of feline behavior with the extraordinary Sarah Brown, a cat behavior expert with three decades of experience. Sarah shares her captivating journey from zoology student to PhD researcher, exploring the complex social dynamics within feral cat colonies. Listen in as she recounts her in-depth study of two cat colonies, one nestled in a hospital and the other successfully reloca...

Have you ever wondered about the heroes behind the scenes, tirelessly working to ensure a better future for our feline companions? In a heartening discussion with Tiffany Ditto from the Texas Coalition for Animal Protection, we journey into the frontlines of animal advocacy.  We reveal the transformative impact TCAP's low-cost veterinary services, including an astounding number of spay-neuter proc...

When Margaret Tompkins opened her home to a sickly kitten, little did she know that this act of kindness would catapult her into a lifelong mission to advocate for feline leukemia positive cats. Her story is at the heart of our latest episode, where she recounts her transformative journey and how it's led to her role as president of the Tompkins Foundation for Feline Leukemia Advocacy. She offers...

Join the transformational journey with Rick DuCharme, a former heavy equipment industry professional turned no-kill movement leader, as we unpack the meaningful strides made in animal welfare. Our enlightening conversation delves into Rick's leap into the world of cats and dogs, where he has championed spay-neuter initiatives and pioneered the first return-to-field program for feral cats in Jackso...

"I feel like so much of why cat's get a bad rap is because they seem to be juxtaposed to dogs and dog behavior." Today we wanted to share an episode of Kindred, a podcast hosted by sisters Kate Coffin and Jenn Asplundh. It explores the intricate and interdependent relationship that humans have with animals and nature. Their episodes are always intriguing and we thought you'd enjoy their show as mu...

Every cat has its tale, and this week's chat with Halle Hamilton of Austin Pets Alive brings a new narrative to the forefront of feline rescue. As we weave through Halle's own transformation from a dancer to a pioneer in cat adoptions, we uncover the heartwarming stories of special needs kitties who have found their stride thanks to innovative strategies and heartfelt community involvement. Celebr...

When Donna Brown first noticed the shadowy figures of cats darting through the alleys of Garden City, little did she know she'd become the champion of a thousand feline lives. This heartfelt conversation peels back the layers of Donna's transformation from an everyday citizen to the founder of the Garden City Community Cats Project, a beacon of hope in the world of TNR (trap-neuter-return).  Turni...

Have you ever been stopped dead in your tracks by a story that not only breaks your heart but also fuels a fire within you to create change? That's exactly the experience Steven Mornelli from Waggle.org had, and it led him to tackle the gut-wrenching issue of economic euthanasia head-on. Steven unveils the narrative of his leap from the financial and data sciences sectors to the birth of a platfor...

Ever wondered about the hurdles faced by animal rescuers in bustling metropolitan areas? Packed with first-hand accounts from these inspiring guests, Jonlyn Freeman and Meagan Licari, this episode takes a deep look into the complex realm of feline welfare in New York City. Amid the chaos of the pandemic, these dedicated cat-lovers remained undeterred, courageously navigating the challenges of an o...

"Another specialized use of the drop trap is when you're trying to catch a mom and her kittens..." This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie's Fund . This is part two of a special audio presentation of a free webinar offered to trappers earlier in 2023. If you'd like to watch this presentation , you can hop on over to our YouTube channel to check it out. To download handouts mentioned in the sho...

"It's great to have the cat you're after, see another cat come in, have a bite to eat, and then leave. Nothing happens. Nothing dramatic. That can help persuade them that it's just fine to go in; nothing to worry about here." This episode is sponsored in part by Meow Cat Lounge , Doobert.com , and Maddie's Fund . This is part one of a special audio presentation of a free webinar offered to trapper...

"The cats are a vehicle for us to all get our act together and take responsibility for every part of the community." This episode is sponsored in part by Meow Cat Lounge , Doobert.com , and Maddie's Fund . In this special episode, Mike Phillips of UrbanCatLeague.org sits down to interview Stacy and take a closer look at Stacy's work with Community Cats and her goal of showcasing positive influence...

"Anybody could sit down and get quiet for a moment…then just get a sense. Like, is my household stressful? Is my cat living her best life? What have we got going on here that I could do that could make it easier for the cat?" This episode is sponsored in part by Meow Cat Lounge , Doobert.com , and Maddie's Fund . In this episode, Stacey chats with Joan Ronquette, a seasoned animal communicator. Wi...

" Little things like that…If everybody does some little thing, it will work to our benefit with the cats." This episode is sponsored in part by Meow Cat Lounge , Doobert.com , and Maddie's Fund . In this episode, Stacy chats with Allia Zobel Nolan, an international best-selling author of over 150 titles, whose body of work reflects her main passions: God and cats. Stacy and Allia talk about their...

"We've got to use veterinary technicians. And here's what happens – I feel so good getting to help a pet owner and increase that pet owner-animal bond, and my veterinarian can go do doctor things! If you utilize your technicians more, you get to be a doctor more." This episode is sponsored in part by Meow Cat Lounge , Doobert.com , and Maddie's Fund . In today's show, Stacy chats with Amy Newfiled...

"Everybody has what it takes to go raise the money they need, to fully fund their organization, to grow, to help more cats, to save more lives, to do what their mission is all about. It's all doable." This episode is sponsored in part by Urban Cat League , Doobert.com , and Maddie's Fund . In this episode, Stacy sits down once again with a long-time friend of the show and fundraiser extraordinaire...

"It's a matter of starting from the ground up; not having the resources, but still getting it done." This episode is sponsored in part by Urban Cat League  and Maddie's Fund . In this episode, Stacy chats with Dr. Becky Morrow, a shelter veterinarian and professor who is very active in the small animal community. As a veterinarian, Dr. Morrow shines a light on what vets are typically exposed to du...

"If we can make a small dent in helping save kitties' lives and making people happy, . . . to us, that's so meaningful." This episode is sponsored in part by  Urban Cat League , Doobert.com , and Maddie's Fund . In this episode, Stacy talks with Nicole Smith, the co-owner of Whiskers and Wine Bar. Based in San Diego, California, Whiskers and Wine Bar has adoptable cats, amazing food, and a full ba...

"We help protect people from animals, and animals from people." This episode is sponsored in part by Urban Cat League , Doobert.com , and Maddie's Fund . In this episode, Stacy sits down with Daniel Etitnger, host of The Animal Control Report podcast for an interesting conversation about the animal control profession. Stacy and Daniel talk about the shifting role of animal control, including the h...

"It's really important to show that the Board is invested in the organization." This episode is sponsored in part by Urban Cat League , Doobert.com , and Maddie's Fund . In this episode, Stacy talks with Sonia Saleh, the founder of Uplifting Nonprofits and creator of the program Unleash Your Inner Fundraiser. The primary focus of Uplifting Nonprofits is to bring fundraising mastery to nonprofits....

"It's just the willingness to go where it takes you. And it will always take you somewhere." This episode is sponsored in part by Urban Cat League , Doobert.com , and Maddie's Fund . In this special episode, the Cat Daddy himself, Jackson Galaxy, returns to the show (CCP Episode 175 ). Jackson, a New York Times bestselling author, renowned cat behavior and wellness expert, and longtime host of Ani...

"[There is] nothing that love, patience, time, and effort cannot fix." This episode is sponsored in part by Urban Cat League , Doobert.com , and Maddie's Fund . In this episode, Stacy is joined by Melody Kwan, aka MeloCat, a cat rescuer, foster, and volunteer-based in Hong Kong. Melody, a former guest of the show (CCP Episode 476 ) and presenter at the Annual Online Cat Conference lives with her 1...

"Pets make us human." This episode is sponsored in part by Urban Cat League , Doobert.com , and Maddie's Fund . On this episode, Stacy is joined by Janice Cobb, creator of the Save My Pet ID Tag and former guest of the show (CCP Episode 478 ). In her conversation with Stacy, Janice discusses our special bond with pets. She describes how they teach us invaluable lessons about unconditional love and...

"We need more people that are eager and willing to help see a problem and want to be a part of the solution." This episode is sponsored in part by Urban Cat League , Doobert.com , and Maddie's Fund . On this episode, Stacy talks to Audrey Stratton, Clinic Supervisor at the Feral Cat Coalition, an organization based in San Diego that is dedicated to reducing overpopulation and improving the lives o...