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The Community Cats PodcastChanging Lives for Cats Around the World Featuring Karen Menczer, Founder of Animal Kind International"You have to feel good about what you can do, even if you can’t help them all. Every small effort makes a difference.” This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. In this episode, host Stacy LeBaron welcomes Karen Menczer, founder of Animal Kind International, an organization that supports animal welfare groups in under-resourced communities worldwide. Karen shares her journey from passionate dog lover to global cat advocate and details the challenges and triumphs of supporting local animal welfare organizations across 14 countries. From TNVR programs to veterinary care initiatives, she highlights the vital work being...2025-04-0833 min
The Community Cats PodcastTurning the Tide for TNR: Sioux Falls’ Game-Changing Ordinance, Featuring Mat Tougas, Founder and President of Sioux Empire TNR"We want to be the example that proves you should never give up. No matter where you are, if you keep pushing, you can make change happen." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. In this episode, host Stacy LeBaron welcomes Mat Tougas of the Sioux Empire TNR Coalition back for an exciting update on the fight for trap-neuter-return (TNR) in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Since his last appearance on the podcast, Mat and his coalition have made major strides—convincing city officials to support an ordinance that will formally allow and protect TNR effo...2025-04-0125 min
The Community Cats PodcastManaging Cat Populations: A Global Perspective, Featuring Harry Eckman, Global Advisor for Cat Population Management at International Cat Care"Nothing shows the benefits of TNR better than actually doing it. Once communities see the impact, they come on board, and that's when real change happens.” This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. Harry Eckman, Global Advisor for Cat Population Management at International Cat Care, joins host Stacy LeBaron for an insightful discussion on the challenges and opportunities in managing unowned cat populations worldwide. With over 25 years in animal welfare, Harry has worked on everything from stray population management to ending the dog and cat meat trades. In this episode, he shares his journey into...2025-03-2531 min
The Community Cats PodcastTransforming Animal Welfare Messaging, Featuring Hanna Lentz, the Executive Director of SPARC (Supporting People and Animal Relationships for Change)"We know how much the messages and stories we hear impact what we believe to be true. If we change our messaging, we can create real change for animals and communities." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. How can storytelling and messaging shape the future of animal welfare? In this episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron sits down with Hanna Lentz, executive director of SPARC (Supporting People and Animal Relationships for Change). With two decades in animal welfare, Hanna shares how SPARC is reshaping narratives to improve collaboration, reduce divisiveness, an...2025-03-1832 min
The Community Cats PodcastFixing Feline Futures: Featuring Robin Post, RVT, of Animal Fix Clinic"We have to stop the endless cycle. Everyone loves kittens, but the goal should be to make sure they were never born into suffering in the first place." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. In this episode of The Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron welcomes Robin Post, an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) and the 2023 recipient of the Linda Markland Outstanding RVT of the Year Award. With a career spanning shelter medicine, spay/neuter clinics, and fieldwork in underserved communities, Robin shares her deep insights into feline welfare, TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return), and the importance of ac...2025-03-1144 min
The Community Cats PodcastTraining the Next Generation of Veterinarians in Community Cat Care, Featuring Dr. Nellie Goetz, Associate Professor of Practice at the University of Arizona College of Veterinary Medicine"Cats are an incredible way to help new graduates with their surgical training. You never know what you're going to find, and that hands-on experience is invaluable.” This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund and The Community Cat Clinic. How can we ensure the next generation of veterinarians is equipped to handle the unique challenges of community cats? In this episode, Stacy LeBaron welcomes Dr. Nellie Goetz, Associate Professor of Practice at the University of Arizona College of Veterinary Medicine, to discuss her innovative approach to veterinary education and the vital role of high-quality, high...2025-03-0426 min
The Community Cats PodcastTag! You’re Home! Simplifying Successful Reunification, Featuring Nina Stively, Director of Loudon County Animal Services, and Dr. Amy Dalrymple, DVM"Over 80% of the tagged cats didn’t need to come into the shelter at all. This simple tool is keeping cats in their communities where they belong." – Dr. Amy Dalrymple This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund and The Community Cat Clinic. What if a simple collar could help keep community cats out of shelters and reunite them with their families? In this episode, host Stacy LeBaron chats with Nina Stively, Director of Loudoun County Animal Services, and Dr. Amy Dalrymple, veterinarian and shelter medicine specialist, about the Tag! You're Home! program—a groundbreaking approach...2025-02-2523 min
The Community Cats PodcastCreating Community Connections with TNR Advocacy and Cat-Friendly Business Models, featuring Jenna Carr from Cool Cat Collective and Renae Woith from Tipped Ears.“Fixing a colony is more than just spaying and neutering; it’s about creating healthier, happier lives for cats and fostering trust within the community.” This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund and Arm & Hammer Feline Generous. In this episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron chats with Jenna Carr of Cool Cat Collective and Renae Woith of Tipped Ears about innovative approaches to helping community cats. Jenna shares how Cool Cat Collective, a unique cat-themed boutique and art gallery in Long Beach, California, partners with Tipped Ears to create a safe, enrichin...2025-02-0432 min
The Community Cats PodcastDeclawing: The Cruel Practice Hiding in Plain Sight featuring Dr. Jennifer Conrad, Founder, The Paw Project“Empathy must guide us—if we truly feel for our feline friends, declawing wouldn’t exist.” Declawing might sound harmless, but what if it’s one of the most misunderstood and harmful practices affecting cats today? In this powerful conversation, Stacy LeBaron chats with Dr. Jennifer Conrad, the trailblazing veterinarian behind The Paw Project, an organization on a mission to stop declawing for good. Dr. Conrad unravels the dark history of declawing, explaining why it’s less about trimming claws and more about amputating a cat’s defenses—both physically and emotionally. With passion, relatability, and a wealth of...2025-01-2828 min
The Community Cats PodcastThe Future of Non-Surgical Sterilization and Its Path to Ending Pet Homelessness, Featuring Gary Evans, President of the Alliance for Contraception in Cats and Dogs (ACC&D)"The fatality rate for kittens is appalling, and the goal is to reduce their suffering while ensuring healthier, happier lives for the cats that remain.” This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. Join us this week for an enlightening conversation as Stacy LeBaron sits down with Gary Evans, the visionary President of the Alliance for Contraception in Cats and Dogs (ACC&D). Together, they explore groundbreaking advancements in non-surgical sterilization and their potential to transform how we manage cat and dog populations. Gary unpacks the science, challenges, and promising developments behind single-injection contraceptives and the...2025-01-2130 min
The Community Cats PodcastStrategic Planning for Community Cats and Their Caregivers in 2025, Featuring Stacy LeBaron, Founder & Host of The Community Cats Podcast, with Mike Phillips, of Urban Cat League"My job is to figure out ways to get cats fixed. It's about strategy, collaboration, and making humane care accessible to every community." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. In this reflective and forward-thinking episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron takes center stage, offering listeners an intimate look at her mission and the exciting plans for 2025. Joined by Mike Phillips of Urban Cat League, Stacy discusses her journey of nearly three decades in animal welfare and the evolving goals of the podcast. With the motto "See it, Fix it, Solve it...2024-12-3144 min
The Community Cats PodcastFrom Dairy Farms to DIY: A Look Back at 2024 and a Sneak Peek into 2025 with Kristen Petrie, Technical Tabby at The Community Cats Podcast"Pick that project you've been dreaming of and dive in—you'll be amazed by what you can accomplish for your community's cats!" This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. This week, we're pulling back the curtain on the Community Cats Podcast with Kristen Petrie, our behind-the-scenes "Technical Tabby." Join host Stacy LeBaron as they dive into the highlights of a year filled with innovative ideas, cross-country adventures, and practical solutions for cat advocacy. From groundbreaking training sessions in Pennsylvania to a remarkable barn cat rescue in Vermont, Kristen and Stacy share the stories, challenges, and...2024-12-2433 min
The Community Cats PodcastPiecing Together the Cat Overpopulation Puzzle, with Vicky Halls, Head of Unowned Cats, International Cat Care“Trap-neuter-return is one piece of the puzzle. When it’s part of a strategic cat population management program, TNR becomes a powerful tool for addressing feline overpopulation.” This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. How do we piece together the puzzle of cat overpopulation? In this episode of the Community Cats Podcast, Stacy LeBaron chats with Vicky Halls, Head of Unowned Cats at International Cat Care, about innovative strategies to address this global challenge. Drawing on decades of experience in feline welfare, Vicky introduces her "jigsaw puzzle" approach to managing cat populations, highlighting the importan...2024-12-1732 min
Hiss & Tell: Cat Behavior and BeyondUnderstanding Community Cats: A Deep Dive with Stacy LeBaronSend us a textDiscover how community dynamics and infrastructure planning can apply to outdoor cat welfare with our inspiring guest, Stacy LeBaron from the Community Cats Podcast. Stacy takes us on her journey from urban planning to championing cat welfare, revealing insights on the transformative impact of Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) programs. She explains the crucial distinctions between community, stray, and feral cats and shines a light on regional differences in ear-tipping practices. Through heartwarming anecdotes and practical advice, Stacy demonstrates how small actions, like using paper collars, can lead to sustainable initiatives.Uncover the importance...2024-12-1157 min
The Community Cats PodcastHow Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return Programs Protect Cats and Communities: With Dr. Bob Weedon, HQHVSN & Community Cat Surgeon at Paws Plus Veterinary“By creating this barrier to rabies between wildlife, pets, and people, it’s not just about the well-being of the cats—it’s about the well-being of the community.” This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund, The Community Cat Clinic, and the Whisker Tracker App. In this episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron sits down with Dr. Bob Weedon, an expert in veterinary public health and a leading advocate for Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return (TNVR) programs. Dr. Weedon shares insights into how TNVR programs are essential for managing cat populations and offer critical public health benefits. By vaccinati...2024-12-1035 min
All My Children Wear Fur Coats with Peggy HoytStacy LeBaron - PAWSitive PantryJoin Peggy Hoyt for an engaging conversation with Stacy LeBaron, President and Chief Feline Officer of PAWSitive Pantry. Delve into the causes of the pet affordability crisis and uncover potential solutions. Learn how PAWSitive pantry is addressing a critical need by providing financially struggling families with access to pet food. Support the show2024-12-0530 min
The Community Cats PodcastHow Meals on Wheels is Keeping People and Their Pets Together with Morgan Hultquist, Senior Manager of Strategy & Impact, Meals on Wheels, and Dan Capone, Executive Director, Meals on Wheels South Texas“97 percent of Meals on Wheels clients say that this type of programming does help them keep their pets. So it is really impactful and we’re so grateful for that.” This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund and the Whisker Tracker App. In this episode, Stacy LeBaron dives into the inspiring intersection of pet welfare and human services with Morgan Hulquist of Meals on Wheels America and Dan Capone of Meals on Wheels South Texas. They discuss the groundbreaking Meals on Wheels Loves Pets program, which provides pet food, veterinary care, and emergency boarding for the...2024-12-0331 min
The Community Cats PodcastTrap, Neuter, Write? Unraveling the Mystery of TNVR with Sharon Marchisello, Board Member, Fayette Humane Society“Trap-Neuter-Return isn’t just a method; it’s a mission to bring community, compassion, and a little mystery into the world of cats.” This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund and the Whisker Tracker App. In this episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron speaks with animal advocate and mystery author Sharon Marchisello. Sharon’s lifelong passion for cats began early, sparking a journey that would lead her to volunteer work, board membership at the Fayette Humane Society in Fayetteville, GA, and, ultimately, authorship of a new cozy mystery, Trap, Neuter, Die. The novel is...2024-11-2625 min
The Community Cats PodcastBuilding a Safe Haven for Working Cats with Mary Scott, Director of the Working Cats Program, ASAP Cats"Working cat programs historically have been programs of last resort... I like to think of the working cats program as really going beyond that, where every cat has the possibility of a live outcome…” This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund, The Community Cat Clinic, and the Whisker Tracker App. In this episode filled with insight and inspiration, Stacy LeBaron, host of The Community Cats Podcast, sits down with Mary Scott, a dedicated animal advocate with over 15 years in the field of animal welfare. Mary’s journey, which started as a veterinary receptionist and shelter...2024-11-1934 min
The Community Cats PodcastMat the Cat Guy Took Up a TNR Torch in South Dakota and He’s Not Stopping with Matt Tougas Founder and President, Sioux Empire TNR"I didn’t want to start another rescue that was going to fill up." This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie’s Fund and the Whisker Tracker App. In this episode of The Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron chats with Mat Tougas, also known as "Mat the Cat Guy," founder of the Sioux Empire TNR Coalition in southeastern South Dakota. Mat shares his unexpected journey from fostering wiener dogs to becoming a fierce advocate for Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) programs, despite ongoing legal hurdles in Sioux Falls. He highlights how a stray kitten spar...2024-10-2926 min
The Community Cats PodcastFrom Fearful to Fearless and the Push to Protect Canada’s Cats with Natalia Hanson, Marketing & Communications Consultant Humane Canada"Shelters across the country are in crisis… sometimes keeping a pet at home where they're loved and safe is as simple as providing them with a bowl of food.” This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie’s Fund. In this insightful episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron speaks with Natalia Hansen, Marketing Coordinator for the Humane Canada Summit for Animals. Natalia shares her journey from being unsure of cats to becoming a self-professed "cat lady," all while playing a pivotal role in Canada's animal welfare movement. She highlights the work Humane Canada...2024-10-2225 min
The Community Cats PodcastTaking Rescue to New Heights with Michael Schneider, Founder of Pilots to the Rescue"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 Rescue, a pioneering nonprofit that merges his love for aviation with his dedication to saving animals. Michael shares the remarkable journey that led him to establish this unique organization, which has successfully transported over 3,000 anim...2024-10-1529 min
The Community Cats PodcastA Reproductive Revolution: Reframing TNR in Urban Landscapes with Katja M. Guenther, Professor at the University of California, Riverside"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 professor of Gender and Sexuality Studies at the University of California, Riverside, and an avid animal rights advocate. Katyja’s research delves into the intersections of human-animal relationships, feminist activism, and the challenges of animal sheltering. Her work, espe...2024-10-0833 min
United We Spay010: Recruiting and Retention: The Twin Challenges of the Veterinary Profession with Stacy PursellUnlock 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 knowledge on the strategic, talent-centric solutions needed to secure the future of veterinary care. Discover innovative strategies employers are using to attract and retain veterinarians, especially in underserved areas. From student loan repayment programs to enticing relocation packages and signing bo...2024-09-051h 18
The Community Cats PodcastAre Cats the Underdogs in Municipal Politics with Stuart Kroll, Animal Rights Advocate, Port Washington, Long Island"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 by a relentless advocate for feline welfare? In this episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron chats with Stuart Kroll, a passionate animal rights advocate with ove...2024-09-0326 min
The Community Cats PodcastTargeted TNR: Getting the Most Bang for Your Buck, Part 2, with Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director, Neighborhood Cats"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, Stacy LeBaron is once again joined by TNR experts Susie Richmond and Bryan Kortis from Neighborhood Cats. In this episode, Brian details the complexities of maintaining and expanding a targeted TNR program once it’s off the ground. Brian shares...2024-08-2739 min
The Community Cats PodcastTargeted TNR: Getting the Most Bang for Your Buck, Part 1, with Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director, Neighborhood Cats"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-part webinar series, Stacy LeBaron dives deep into the world of Targeted Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) with Bryan Kortis, the TNR dynamo from Neighborhood Cats. His expertise in managing high-impact TNR programs is unparalleled, and in this episode, he un...2024-08-2048 min
The Community Cats PodcastImproving the Lives of Cats Through Logistics and Legislation with Danielle Bays, Senior Analyst for Cat Protection and Policy, HSUS“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 Podcast, Stacy LeBaron sits down with Danielle Bays, Senior Analyst for Cat Protection and Policy at the Humane Society of the United States. With more than 20 years of experience, Danielle shares her view on the curre...2024-08-1326 min
The Community Cats PodcastConnecting with Cats to Bridge the Communication Gap with Nancy Mello, Animal Communicator and Evidential Medium"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 this moving episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron sits down with Nancy Mello, an animal communicator and psychic from Mystic, Connecticut, with over 500 five-star Google revi...2024-07-3027 min
Dark Hearts with Stacy LeeThe LeBaron Cult MurdersA violent polygamous sect of the FLDS, Fundamentalist Latter Day Saint cult goes to war with each other with two brothers both claiming to be The One Mighty and Strong. These self proclaimed prophets leave a trail of broken people, ruined lives and murder in their wake.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/dark-hearts-with-stacy-lee-podcast/donations
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The Community Cats Podcast557: Keeping an Open Mind to Reduce Stress and Pain in Cats with Stacy McVicker, DVM, CVA, CCRT, Veterinarian & Crazy Cat LadyHave you ever watched your cat move with less of its usual grace or hesitate before leaping onto its favorite perch? In this episode, understand the complex world of feline pain with Dr. Stacy McVicker. These whiskered companions are masters at masking discomfort, but Dr. McVicker's expertise, inspired by the stories of James Herriot, equips us with the tools to uncover what our cats cannot voice. We chart the journey from the veiled signs of pain in our feline friends to actionable steps that can significantly enhance their quality of life. Ferris, a community cat with hyperthyroidism a...2024-04-2338 minThe Community Cats PodcastA Special "Because We Love It" Episode! Check Out the United We Spay Podcast with Stacy LeBaron and Dr. Philip BushbyToday we wanted to share an episode of The United We Spay Podcast. It's a new monthly show from the United Spay Alliance and it's hosted by the one and only Stacy LeBaron. In each episode, they delve into the heart of a movement that’s changing the lives of animals and communities for the better with the mission to build awareness, educate, and empower. Their episodes are always interesting and there's a lot of crossover with Community Cats Podcast's favorite topics so we thought you'd enjoy their show as much as we do. On this episode of...2024-04-0627 min
Let Fear Bounce - Tossing out nuggets of hopeIt's all about Cats - Animal Welfare Advocate - Stacy Lebaron S4 EPS3Stacy LeBaron has been involved in animal welfare for almost 30 years. She currently hosts a weekly podcast called the Community Cats Podcast where she interviews nationally and internationally renowned experts helping with the problem of cat overpopulation and cat welfare. She has recorded over 500 episodes. In addition to the podcast, Stacy is committed to the model of virtual education by holding three weekend conferences, the Online Cat Conference, The United Spay Alliance Conference, and the Online Kitten Conference. She hosts day-long sessions covering specific topics around Feline Leukemia and Behavior, and she partnered with Neighborhood Cats to hold monthly...2024-01-1732 min
KindredPodcast Swap | The Community Cats Podcast with Stacy LeBaronIn this week’s episode, we’re doing a swap! Today we are sharing an episode from The Community Cats Podcast, with creator and host Stacy LeBaron. In this episode, Stacy, along with her guest writer and author Linda Malik, dispels the myths attached to black cats, how it has created a false narrative and the misunderstanding that black cats are somehow different because of their color and how this myth came to be.
Linda Malik’s children's book series titled Willow’s Tales explores these issues based on her black cat, Willow!
We are big fans o...2024-01-1631 min
United We SpayA Conversation with Founder Esther MechlerIn this inaugural episode of United We Spay, host Stacy LeBaron takes us on a journey with Esther Mechler, the founder of United Spay Alliance. Stacy and Esther delve into the ongoing issue of animal overpopulation and the importance of affordable spay/neuter services in preventing the needless suffering of animals. From the harsh conditions of a rundown shelter to establishing a renowned referral program with 8,000 vets nationwide, Esther's story is an extraordinary tale of compassion and commitment. You’ll also hear Stacy and Esther discuss the "Feline Fix by Five" campaign, a pioneering initiative th...2023-12-1219 min
The Community Cats PodcastIt's a special episode! Mike Phillips, LVT and President of Urban Cat League, interviews Stacy LeBaron."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 influencers in the feline community. Stacy's diverse background, including achievements in sports and urban planning, emphasizes her creative problem-solving, influenced by her father's entrepreneurial spirit. As the...2023-12-1239 min
19 Cats and Counting on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com)19 Cats and Counting Episode 110 Stacy LeBaron – TNR and Community Cats AdvocateStacy LeBaron has long been a champion of TNR (Trap Neuter Release) to help stop the growth of the feral cat population, affectionately referred to as Community Cats. But it’s not just ferals who are part of the community: people who let their cats wander outside, cats that have been cast out of their homes, and any cat, feral or domestic, that lives the majority of their lives outside can be considered part of the outside Community Cats.
Host of the Community Cats Podcast, Stacy says Community Cats are “all those cats we see outside, whether feral, stra...2023-11-2235 minUnited We SpayWelcome to United We Spay!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 United Spay Alliance is here to make a difference by tackling the root causes o...2023-11-2001 min
The Community Cats PodcastStrategies for Reducing Cat Populations, with Stacy LeBaron, Host of The Community Cats Podcast“First and foremost, before me telling them [why they should neuter their indoor/outdoor cat], I want to find out what will move the needle for them.” This episode is sponsored in part by Urban Cat League, Doobert.com, and Maddie's Fund. In today's special podcast, we are proud to bring you the audio version of "Strategies for Reducing Cat Populations". In this episode, Stacy LeBaron, host of The Community Cats Podcast, long-time TNR advocate/practitioner, and non-profit administrator, shares her experience and offers suggestions to address the most common situations that can aris...2023-09-0547 min
Tails from a Vet TechBanishing Stress & Fear in Cats from Tabitha's appearence on 'The Community Cats' Podcast featuring Stacy LeBaronThis episode is a collab with fellow podcaster, Stacy LeBaron of the Community Cats Podcast. On CCP, Stacy follows up with Tabitha Kucera, a registered vet tech, certified cat behavior training consultant, and former guest of the show (CCP Episode 319)Stacy and Tabitha discuss numerous cat health and behavioral issues. She provides tips on identifying whether a cat is in pain (which she created a handout for). Tabitha explains that a cat’s physical and mental health are often intertwined. She stresses the importance of minimizing anxiety and stress by employing Fe...2023-06-1936 min
My Cat’s TaleMy Cat's Tale - Stacy LeBaron and The Community Cats Podcast
Stacy LeBaron is the host of ‘The Community Cats Podcast’ which is dedicated to creating a supportive environment to help people help cats in and around their community, as well as providing information on cat welfare and preventing cat overpopulation.
She is also a huge cat lover.
Ewan caught up with Stacy to hear more about her journey, from her family’s first cat, through early TNR projects in America, to her current involvement with many animal welfare organisations that support cats.
Find more out about The Community Cats Podcast on its website, and fo...2022-10-0527 min
Hire The SmileHire The Smile: Veterinary Non-Profits with Stacy LeBaronIn this episode, Dr. Mike Pownall and Katie Ardeline are joined by guest Stacy LeBaron, Board Treasurer of the United Spay Alliance. The United Spay Alliance is a national animal welfare organization dedicated exclusively to promoting affordable, accessible, and timely spay/neuter services as the solution to the crisis of cat and dog homelessness. In this episode, we discuss people management in the non-profit sector vs. private practice, the shortage of veterinarians and more.Links Mentioned:United Spay AllianceFeline Fix by Five MonthsThe Community Cats Podcast Understanding a...2022-03-2230 min
The Community Cats PodcastFixing Programs and Cats with Jonathan Howe, Public Defender and New York’s 14th Congressional District Candidate“Seeing the way that people make this [TNR] their priority, make doing something good for their community a priority, was really inspiring.” This episode is sponsored in part by Humane Network, Buzz to the Rescues, and Maddie's Fund. Stacy speaks to Jonathan Howe, who is a public defender in Bronx County Family Court and has declared his candidacy for Congress in New York’s 14th Congressional District. Jonathan and his wife were trained and certified in TNR during the COVID lockdown and now manage a small colony in Astoria, Queens. The couple shares their home with two of thei...2022-03-2235 min
LeBaron James - Champagne SelectionsLeBaron James - Champagne Selections Ep. 20 [March 2022]LeBaron James - Champagne Selections Ep. 20 [January 2022]
01. LeBaron James, Mishell Ivon - At First Sight
02. Walterino, The Dukes - Musique (The Dukes Edit Mix)
03. Di Saronno LeBaron James Freakin Hypnotized
04. Lup Ino - Secrets Of Your Mind (Original Mix)
05. ATFC - Bank Loan (Original Mix)
06. Jo Paciello - That s Right
07. Fred Falke - Chicago - Original Mix
08. LeBaron James - I Can't Explain (Original Mix)
09. Marc Cotterell - Soul Glow (Love Digital Mix)
10. Destiny II, Dave Lee - Play 2 Win (Dave Lee s Taste The Bass Dub)
11. Dubby Disco Boyz, Daisuke Miyamoto - Dance Again (Daisuke Miyamoto Remix)
12. Chemars...2022-03-031h 43LeBaron James - Champagne SelectionsLeBaron James - Champagne Selections Ep. 20 [March 2022]LeBaron James - Champagne Selections Ep. 20 [January 2022]
01. LeBaron James, Mishell Ivon - At First Sight
02. Walterino, The Dukes - Musique (The Dukes Edit Mix)
03. Di Saronno LeBaron James Freakin Hypnotized
04. Lup Ino - Secrets Of Your Mind (Original Mix)
05. ATFC - Bank Loan (Original Mix)
06. Jo Paciello - That s Right
07. Fred Falke - Chicago - Original Mix
08. LeBaron James - I Can't Explain (Original Mix)
09. Marc Cotterell - Soul Glow (Love Digital Mix)
10. Destiny II, Dave Lee - Play 2 Win (Dave Lee s Taste The Bass Dub)
11. Dubby Disco Boyz, Daisuke Miyamoto - Dance Again (Daisuke Miyamoto Remix)
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The Animal Control ReportCommunity Cats with Stacy LeBaron and a Book Reveal from ACO Jess!!!Thanks for listening!!!! Here's what's happening in Episode 86: We chat with Stacy LeBaron, the host of the Community Cats Podcast. Also ACO Jess pays us a visit to talk about her book, Raccoon Rescue! Click here for more info on Community Cats. To support the book Raccoon Rescue click here. If you have something you'd like us to discuss and want to send it over anonymously? We have a spot for that! ***Get your Humane Roundup Merch here!!*** Text or Leave Us a message at 916-241-3464 or email us @ humaneroundup@gmail.com Find us online @https://humaneroundup.com -Podcast (@h...2021-06-2559 min
Keep it HumaneCommunity Cats with Stacy LeBaron and a Book Reveal from ACO Jess!!!Thanks for listening!!!! Here's what's happening in Episode 86: We chat with Stacy LeBaron, the host of the Community Cats Podcast. Also ACO Jess pays us a visit to talk about her book, Raccoon Rescue!
Click here for more info on Community Cats.
To support the book Raccoon Rescue click here.
If you have something you'd like us to discuss and want to send it over anonymously? We have a spot for that! ***Get your Humane Roundup Merch here!!*** Text or Leave Us a message at 916-241-3464 or email us @ humaneroundup@gmail.com F...2021-06-2559 min
The Community Cats PodcastSteve Appelbaum, Creator of Animal Behavior CollegeThis episode is sponsored in part by Tamadori and Doobert.com. Steve Appelbaum has more than 40 years of dog training and pet industry experience. He is the creator of Animal Behavior College (ABC) which provides many different pet industry certifications. ABC started off with only programs for dog training but Steve noticed a big problem with cats being surrendered or euthanized for treatable behavioral problems, so he set out to fix this problem. Steve and Stacy debunk the myth that cats can’t be trained and discuss how training cats isn’t about teaching obedience like...2021-02-2329 min
Pawareness PodcastPawareness Podcast Episode 16 │Community Cats - Stacy LebaronIn this episode, we welcome back Community Cats Podcast Founder and Primary Host Stacy Lebaron. Stacy has been our guest in the 6th episode of this podcast in 2020 where she provided details about the history of her podcast, what her organization is doing to save cats in communities, and the events they handle to support cat owners and animal shelters.
We are glad to have Stacy back in this episode where she unveiled the plans that Community Cats Podcast has for this year, including webinars, conferences, and initiatives to help pet food distribution for animal welfare organizations...2021-02-1020 min
Responsive Lab PodcastStacy LeBaron on Podcasting and PivotingStacy LeBaron joins The Responsive Fundraising Podcast to talk about delivering animal welfare services during times of crisis and the power of pivoting.
Stacy has been involved in animal welfare for over 20 years. She is the host and founder of Community Cats Podcast, a 5 day a week podcast show where she interviews nationally and internationally renowned experts helping with the problem of cat overpopulation and cat welfare. In addition to the podcast, Stacy is committed to the model of virtual education by holding weekend conferences and day long educational sessions. Prior to the podcast, Stacy served for 16 y...2020-12-2936 min
The Best Friends PodcastStacy LeBaron - The Community Cats PodcastPodcasting is more popular today than ever before, giving listeners their choice of more than 1.5 million podcasts. While there are plenty of shows to feed your true crime habit, there aren’t too many podcasts that focus on saving the lives of shelter pets. One of the best and longest-running is The Community Cats Podcast, hosted by Stacy LeBaron.Much more than a podcast, the mission is “to provide education, information, and dialogue that will create a supportive environment, empowering people to help cats in their community.” She hosts several virtual conferences, and the podcast helps fund a gran...2020-11-0529 min
The Community Cats PodcastJennifer Barnes, Trapper & Animal Welfare AdvocateThis episode is sponsored in part by Doobert.com's FosterSpace, Boulder Holistic Vet, and Community Cat Coalition of Clark County. In this episode, Stacy chats with Jennifer Barnes, a US Marine Corps veteran who has been colony feeding and trapping cats for TNR for over five years in New Jersey. Known online as “The Trap Queen,” Jennifer largely uses her own money to fund her TNR, and she doesn’t drive—but she still gets the job done. She and Stacy discuss how she became involved in rescue and, eventually, TNR, and Jennifer shares the story of how she...2020-09-2926 min
The Community Cats PodcastKeith Williams, C5 Las VegasThis episode is sponsored in part by Doobert.com's FosterSpace, Heaven Can Wait, and The American Association of Feline Practitioners. In this episode, Stacy catches up with Keith Williams of the Community Cat Coalition of Clark County (C5), based in Las Vegas, Nevada. Keith was featured previously on CCP Episode 297, ad in a CCP Trapper Tips & Trips blog post. Stacy and Keith review C5’s mission and background, and they discuss how the coronavirus pandemic has affected their work. They talk about how they’re bouncing back from that, and why it’s so important for C5...2020-09-0826 min
The Community Cats PodcastDr. Anne Beall, Market Researcher, Animal Advocate, AuthorAnne Beall, CEO and founder of Beall Research, a strategic market research firm in Chicago, IL, is also an animal advocate who has written extensively about the human-animal bond. In this episode, she chats with Stacy about her most recent book, Heroic, Helpful and Caring Cats: Felines Who Make a Difference, and about how she came to be so passionate about cats after becoming the caretaker for several community cats. Anne and Stacy discuss why Anne decided to write her first book about cats, Community Cats: A Journey into the World of Feral Cats. “I think that th...2020-08-2526 min
The Community Cats PodcastJulie Jacobson, Spay Tennessee and CCP Community Cats Grants ProgramStacy chats with Julie Jacobson of Spay Tennessee, who is also the grants coordinator for CCP’s Community Cats Grants program. Julie, a frequent CCP guest (check out Episodes 2, 92, and 268, talks about how great this year’s grant program had been going—until the coronavirus hit. Julie and Stacy explain how the Community Cats Grants work: They are strictly for spay/neuter of community cats, and they are matching $1,000 grants that a group can earn by raising money through a new fundraising idea that they’ve never tried before. Julie tells listeners that there is a CCP webinar...2020-08-1827 min
The Community Cats PodcastPastor Larry Vandever, Coalition for Feral Cats of Lehigh Valley, PAPastor Larry Vandever, a former police officer turned pastor, joins Stacy to talk about his nonprofit, the Coalition for Feral Cats of Lehigh Valley (Pennsylvania). His group practices what Larry calls “TNMM-plus,” which means trap-neuter-maintain-monitor—plus they provide other services to their community. Larry feels that TNR is just the basics and that more is required to ensure a good quality of life for the cats being spayed/neutered. Colonies that are part of the Coalition’s program are fed twice a day by volunteers and are monitored by cameras every few weeks to ensure that the cats are...2020-08-0420 min
The Community Cats PodcastCarrie Lippert Gillaspie, Television & Podcast HostIn this episode, Stacy chats with Carrie Gillaspie, a television and podcast host from rural central Wisconsin with a huge passion for helping animals. Last year, Carrie began noticing larger than normal numbers of barn and community cats in her area, and hearing complaints from the farms around her, that the cat numbers were out of control. Taking matters into her own hands, Carrie convinced a local group, The Fix Is In, to bring their mobile clinic to her neighborhood—and she raised the funds to make the surgeries totally free of charge to those bringing cats. That event is...2020-07-2822 min
The Community Cats PodcastDr. Bob Weedon, TLC PetSnip & Alliance for Contraception in Cats & DogsIn this information-packed episode, Stacy sits down with Dr. Bob Weedon, a retired veterinarian who is still going strong as a volunteer at the TLC PetSnip low-cost clinic in Lakeland, FL, a board member of the Alliance for Contraception in Cats & Dogs (ACC&D), and in other volunteer posts. Bob worked in private practice and also spent many years teaching in the shelter medicine program at the University of Illinois, including teaching high-quality high-volume spay/neuter techniques to veterinary students. He also holds a Master’s degree in public health. Along the way, he also became involved in TNR. “I ju...2020-07-2137 min
The Community Cats PodcastSterling Davis, Atlanta’s “Trap King”In this episode, Stacy sits down with Sterling Davis again (she talked with him before in CCP Episode 243) to catch up on what he’s been doing for the last couple of years. Sterling is still living up to his nickname of Trap King, doing lots of TNR in Atlanta—but he has also been busy doing educational events and shows. He has been working with scout troops—and hoping to get a TNR badge in place—and he has been touching on the issue of diversity in rescue. He shares some tips with Stacy on dealing with “feral humans,” a...2020-07-1425 min
The Community Cats PodcastSteven Mornelli, WaggleIn this episode, Stacy chats with Steven Morelli, CEO and founder of Waggle, a new—and very different—crowdfunding platform to help pet owners and shelters/rescues raise money for animals in need of urgent veterinary care. Steven, who has a background in finance and data analytics, found himself increasingly angry over the way various crowdfunding platforms operate. Frustrated, he decided to start Waggle to connect people who find themselves considering surrendering or euthanizing their beloved pets because they can’t afford needed veterinary care with people who want to help. Waggle differs from other platfo...2020-06-3026 min
The Community Cats PodcastElizabeth Finch, Good Mews Animal FoundationStacy talks with Elizabeth Finch, a member of the board of directors and full-time marketing and communications volunteer at Good Mews Animal Foundation in Marietta, Georgia. Elizabeth comes from a varied professional background and began donating her time to Good Mews after early retirement. “It’s my full-time gig,” she tells Stacy, “and I love it more than anything I’ve ever done.” Stacy and Elizabeth discuss Good Mews’s five-year-old shelter, which is focused on cage-less space, as well as an appropriately separate kitten, intake, and isolation spaces for the 100+ cats that are housed there. The new shelter al...2020-06-2322 min
The Community Cats PodcastMary Howard, Community Cat Coordinator at McKamey Animal CenterIn this episode, Stacy talks with Mary Howard, the community cat coordinator at McKamey Animal Center in Chattanooga, TN. The program started in 2018 with a grant from Best Friends Animal Society and since inception, the organization’s return to habitat releases has gone up by 145%. Stacy and Mary discuss the many programs McKamey offers, including a barn cat program, kitten nursery, trapping services, a pet food bank, low-cost vaccine clinics, and an on-site feral colony for cats that cannot safely be released back to the areas in which they were trapped. McKamey is connected with the city’s an...2020-06-1624 min
The Community Cats PodcastKaren Little, Alley Cat AdvocatesKaren Little, featured previously on CCP Episode 17 and Episode 112, joins Stacy to discuss the new things going on with the organization she and her husband founded in Louisville, Kentucky in 1999, Alley Cat Advocates. In the 21 years since its inception, ACA has altered over 50,000 community cats and has worked to transform the culture of care provided to community cats in the region. Stacy and Karen talk a bit about how Karen and her husband came to the idea of TNR and starting ACA, and about how they accomplish their spay/neuter numbers. Karen tells Stacy about ACA’s ne...2020-06-0225 min
The Community Cats PodcastMarian Pekar, My Nine Lives Video GameIn this episode, Marian Pekar, a software developer based in the Czech Republic, joins Stacy to talk about My Nine Lives, a game he is developing to raise money for cat-related charities. Marian became involved in cat charities after adopting Max, a stray kitten, and earlier this year, he decided to use his skills and passion to find a way to help support those charities. Marian and Stacy discuss My Nine Lives, in which the player takes on the role of a cat trying to survive by hunting prey and avoiding predators. He explains that it will...2020-05-2617 min
The Community Cats PodcastLora O’Connor, The National Kitten CoalitionStacy sits down with Lora O’Connor, Executive Director of The National Kitten Coalition (NKC), in this episode to talk about the organization, and about its partnership with Community Cats Podcast on the Online Kitten Conference. Lora has been working in animal welfare for 20 years and is an animal behaviorist. She talks about how things were for cats 20 years ago, and how she felt cats just weren’t getting the same resources dogs were. “We needed to elevate their status,” Lora says. Lora and Stacy discuss the upcoming Online Kitten Conference and the importance of continuing education in the a...2020-05-1922 min
The Community Cats PodcastDean Killingbeck, Pets Strong CBDIn this episode, Dean Killingbeck of Pets Strong CBD joins Stacy to discuss CBD and Pet Strong’s products. Born and raised on a farm, Dean developed a deep appreciation of nature and herbal medicine, and when his senior dog began to develop mobility issues, Dean decided to try CBD. The results were positive, but Dean was dismayed by the quality of products available for pets, and by the misinformation, he found online. So he decided to start his own company and write a book to help educate pet owners about how CBD can help pets. Dean ex...2020-05-1221 min
The Community Cats PodcastArden Moore, Pet Health and Safety CoachThe multi-talented Arden Moore joins Stacy in this episode to discuss all things C-A-T. Arden is a radio show host, author, professional speaker, editor, media consultant, dog/cat behavior consultant, and a master pet first aid instructor. She and Stacy discuss the details of her podcast, Oh Behave, hosted by PetLifeRadio and selected by Oprah as one of her top three favorite pet podcasts for the past two years. Arden was a reporter and editor at a major newspaper for 20 years before she got into the pet field, and when she did, she realized there was one...2020-05-0522 min
Catexplorer PodcastHow to help your community cats with Stacy LebaronStacy Lebaron is the host of the Community Cats Podcast. We learn all about what community cats are, how we can help them and the support available to help community cats.
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What we talk about
•How Stacy became a cat person
•How Stacy became involved in animal rescue
•What is a community cat?
•What is a colony of cats?
•Why is it best to...2020-03-1753 min
The Community Cats PodcastDebbie Chatenever, community cat caretakerIn this episode, Stacy chats with community cat caretaker Debbie Chatenever, who walks several miles each day to feed the community cats in her area. Debbie gets the cats the medical care they need at her own expense, and she shares with Stacy the story of how she got involved with caring for her local community cats. Stacy and Debbie also discuss how beneficial a support network could be for Debbie and others like her, and they talk about Debbie’s strong belief that there needs to be accountability around abandoning cats. Debbie tells Stacy about how sh...2020-03-1018 min
The Community Cats PodcastDr. Andy Kaplan, The Toby ProjectIn this episode, Stacy speaks with Dr. Andrew Kaplan, the veterinarian behind New York City’s The Toby Project. Andrew has been an animal advocate since he was a child. Stacy & Andrew discuss Andrew’s journey to becoming a vet and how he came to learn about and become involved in pet overpopulation—including the touching story of Toby, the dog who put a face on the overpopulation issue for Andrew. The Toby Project has a mobile spay/neuter clinic that splits its time between doing surgeries for low-income pet owners and for feral cats (through TNR-certified rescue...2020-02-1832 min
The Community Cats PodcastA Best of CCP Episode! Dr. Sara Pizano, DVM, Team Shelter USAStacy sits down with Dr. Sara Pizano (a previous CCP guest on Episode 56, Episode 171, and Episodes 246 and 247) to discuss Dr. Pizano’s new book, The Best Practice Playbook for Animal Shelters. The book is a result of the more than 100 assessments Dr. Pizano has done at shelters around the country as a Team Shelter USA consultant. She realized that the shelters she was working with were all struggling with the same issues. More importantly, she realized that the solutions needed to decrease euthanasia rates were always the same—so she decided to write this playbook so that those solutions can...2020-01-2124 min
The Community Cats PodcastSally Williams, Brodie Fund and Feline Fine ProjectSally Williams, who previously chatted with Stacy on CCP Episode 104, is a cat behaviorist and the founder and director of the Brodie Fund. She joins Stacy to talk about her newest effort, the Feline Fine Project, which aims to educate cat guardians and offer solutions in order to get more cats in for annual veterinary exams each year. Sally shares with Stacy that 55% of owned cats don’t see a vet annually and 9% will never see a vet in their lifetime. The Feline Fine Project aims to change these statistics. Sally and Stacy talk about why so ma...2019-11-0525 min
The Community Cats PodcastAnna Skaya, BasepawsAnna Skaya, the CEO of Basepaws, joined Stacy last year on CCP Episode 213, and now she’s back to update Stacy on everything that has happened in the past year—including a successful appearance on Shark Tank! Basepaws is a simple, at-home DNA test for your cat that can give you an idea of the breeds your cat has in its DNA, and if your cat is a carrier for certain genetic diseases. According to Anna, Basepaws is laser-focused on cats, and the Basepaws test represents the first time that so many genetic tests for cats have been combined into...2019-10-2221 min
The Community Cats PodcastDr. Rachel Geller, Certified Cat Behavior & Retention SpecialistStacy is once again joined by Dr. Rachel Geller, who has previously appeared on CCP Episode 18 and Episode 146. A certified Humane Education Specialist and Cat Behavior & Retention Specialist, Rachel is celebrating the launch of her new book, Saving the World One Cat at a Time. Rachel tells Stacy that she hadn’t really entertained the idea of writing a book until the Boston Globe featured an article about her work. Shortly afterward, Nancy West, a Globe columnist, contacted Rachel to ask if she wanted to write a book with her. The book is an “as told to” book...2019-07-2719 min
The Community Cats PodcastDr. Sara Pizano, DVM, Team Shelter USAStacy sits down with Dr. Sara Pizano (a previous CCP guest on Episode 56, Episode 171, and Episodes 246and 247) to discuss Dr. Pizano’s new book, The Best Practice Playbook for Animal Shelters. The book is a result of the more than 100 assessments Dr. Pizano has done at shelters around the country as a Team Shelter USA consultant. She realized that the shelters she was working with were all struggling with the same issues. More importantly, she realized that the solutions needed to decrease euthanasia rates were always the same—so she decided to write this playbook so that those solutions can...2019-06-2924 min
The Community Cats PodcastScott Giacoppo, Director of National Shelter Outreach, Best Friends Animal SocietyScott Giacoppo (previously interviewed by Stacy on CCP Episode 25) has been involved in animal welfare since 1989. Among other roles, he has worked as an animal control officer and a special state police officer for cruelty investigations. He currently serves as the Director of National Shelter Outreach for Best Friends Animal Society. In this role, Scott oversees the development of life-saving efficacy and sustainability for animal welfare agencies across the United States. He & his team provide support to each of the eight Best Friends regions, working with the regional teams in each area that are working directly with...2019-06-1526 min
The Community Cats PodcastSarah Dunsmore, CDE Animal CagesIn this episode, Stacy is joined by Sarah Dunsmore, who co-owns CDE Animal Cages with her husband. Lifelong animal lovers, Sarah and her husband purchased the thirty-year old company several years ago and decided to shift its focus to helping shelter and rescue groups. As a small, family-owned company, CDE wants to help connect shelters and rescues with caging that helps keep their animals healthier, and helps make their staff’s jobs easier. Sarah and Stacy discuss how changes in cat caging—including the “portalization” of cat cages—have run parallel to the shift from high euthanasia rates savi...2019-06-0125 min
The Community Cats PodcastSusan Getty, Project Manager for Alliance for Contraception for Cats & DogsSusan Getty, a Project Manager for the Alliance for Contraception for Cats & Dogs (ACC&D) joins Stacy to discuss diversity (and the lack of diversity) in animal welfare in this episode. Susan has worked in animal welfare for almost a decade, most recently at ACC&D, which you may remember from Stacy’s interviews with their president, Joyce Briggs. If you need to get up to speed on ACC&D and their mission to advance nonsurgical fertility control for, check out CCP Episodes 157 and 253. In this episode, Stacy and Susan talk about how Susan became interested in animal welfare, and the...2019-04-2021 min
The Community Cats PodcastDanielle Bays, Director of Cat Protection and Policy, HSUSDanielle Bays, Director of Cat Protection and Policy at the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), is a frequent flyer here on CCP, having appeared before on Episode 55and Episode 261. She joins Stacy again here to talk about what’s going on across the country for cats, and about various events happening in the animal welfare world this spring. One such event is HSUS’S annual Animal Care Expo conference, being held this year in New Orleans on April 15-18. Danielle tells Stacy that not only will there be a cat track again this year, there will...2019-03-3022 min
The Community Cats PodcastKaren Anderson, Animal Communicator, Afterlife Expert, and CoachIn this interview, Stacy speaks with Karen Anderson, an animal communicator and afterlife expert who has been practicing for over 20 years. She has received several awards and is a best-selling author of several books as well, including her most recent, The Amazing Afterlife of Animals. As far back as Karen can remember, she has always loved animals. They were her very best friends and for many years, she thought everyone could understand and talk to them the way she could. It wasn’t until she worked in law enforcement many years later, however, that her animal communication ab...2019-03-1629 min
The Community Cats PodcastDr. Angie Kraus, Boulder Holistic VetDr. Angie Kraus, a holistic house-call veterinarian in Boulder, CO, has known since the age of 3 that she wanted to be a vet. She was trained conventionally, but after graduation, she began to explore other, less traditional modalities of treatment, leading her to holistic veterinary medicine. For Dr. Kraus, being a holistic vet means doing anything that works for her patients. In this interview, she tells Stacy, “Not only do I use all modalities that I think can be helpful, I look at my patient as a whole.” As a result of being a house-call vet, Dr. Krau...2019-02-0928 min
The Community Cats PodcastA Best of CCP Episode! Mike Keiley (MSPCA) & Carmine DiCenso (Dakin Humane Society)Durning the month of December, we're revisiting some of our favorite, most informative shows. This is a rebroadcast of episodes 256 and 257 which we dubbed “The Mike & Carmine Show” - enjoy! Stacy speaks with Mike Keiley, the Director of Adoption Centers and Programs at the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (MSPCA), and Carmine DiCenso, Executive Director of the Dakin Humane Society in Leverett & Springfield MA in this first part of “The Mike & Carmine Show.” You can check out Mike's first visit to Community Cats Podcast in 2016 in Episode 9 Both Mike & Carmine have been in t...2018-12-0151 min
The Community Cats PodcastPreparing for the Online Cat Conference with Stacy LeBaron and Kristen Petrie, Head Cat and Technical Cat of the Community Cats PodcastAfter bringing you up to speed on how a "virtual conference" works, they chat about a special returning guest, The Kitten Lady, and the line up of brand new guest speakers and the topics they'll be presenting for attendees at this event that takes place January 25, 26, and 27, 2019. You'll learn what fun community building activities will be returning in the second year of the conference and be introduced to some of the new features that will be included this year. Stacy and Kristen also discuss their scheduled "Best of December". They'll be bringing back some of their favorite...2018-11-2418 min
The Community Cats PodcastHubCats TV featuring Dr. William Snell, Veterinarian at Blue Pearl Pet HospitalThis week our show is a little different. In addition to hosting The Community Cats Podcast, Stacy LeBaron also appears on HubCats TV, a show on Chelsea Cable Access where she and her co-host discuss animal welfare topics with an aim to educate and raise awareness. Pet health, community cats and services available to pet owners and feral cat caretakers are often the focus. This week we're bringing you audio from one of Stacy's favorite episodes featuring an interview with Dr. William Snell of Blue Pearl Pet Hospital in Charlestown, MA. On the show, Dr Snell shares...2018-11-0355 min
The Community Cats PodcastMike Keiley (MSPCA) & Carmine DiCenso (Dakin Humane Society), “The Mike & Carmine Show,” Part 2Tune in to the second part of “The Mike and Carmine Show,” with Mike Keiley of the MSPCA and Carmine DiCenso of Dakin Humane, as they continue their conversation with Stacy. In this episode, Mike & Carmine offer their tips for people who feel like they are hitting a brick wall around their efforts at advocating for change. Carmine suggests that people begin by looking at themselves and their approach, focusing on what they can change —and that they guard against focusing solely on the desired outcome, and instead try to break the issue up into a step-by-step process. Mike notes...2018-07-2123 min
The Community Cats PodcastMike Keiley (MSPCA) & Carmine DiCenso (Dakin Humane Society), “The Mike & Carmine Show,” Part IStacy speaks with Mike Keiley, the Director of Adoption Centers and Programs at the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (MSPCA), and Carmine DiCenso, Executive Director of the Dakin Humane Society in Leverett & Springfield MA in this first part of “The Mike & Carmine Show.” You can check out Mike's first visit to Community Cats Podcast in 2016 in Episode 9 Both Mike & Carmine have been in the animal welfare field as long as Stacy has, and the two of them speak together regularly at conferences and programs. Both recognized as leaders and innovators, they discuss many topi...2018-07-1430 min
The Community Cats PodcastAsk Stacy! Online Cat Conference ReviewInterview! Ask Stacy! Online Cat Conference Review “I’m passionate about the idea of having a dedicated annual cat conference nationally and this was a great way to work towards providing access to everyone.” Stacy is back to discuss all of the in’s and out’s of how the first Online Cat Conference went this past January! She always wanted to do an online cat conference and it was a great way to provide access to people who wouldn’t be able to afford an in-person conference. She was determined to make it something that was ext...2018-03-3123 min
Oh Behave with Arden Moore - Harmony in the household with your pets - Recommended by Oprah - Pet Life Radio Original (PetLifeRadio.com)Oh Behave - Episode 320 Meet Stacy LeBaron -- A Crusader for Community CatsOnce branded as feral cats, felines who live in colonies outside are being now identified as community cats. And they need our help. Tune in to this special episode of the Oh Behave Show with Host Arden Moore. Her special guest, Stacy LeBaron created the Community Cats Podcast and is the force behind the upcoming 2018 Online Cat Conference. This virtual convention "airs" Jan. 26-28 and we hope you register and learn more from community cats from top experts in this field who will be speakers.
More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Meet Stacy LeBaron -- A...2018-01-2330 min
The Community Cats PodcastEp192 - Book ReviewBook Review! Stacy LeBaron, Host, The Community Cats Podcast "Get ready for the tissues..." Stacy is back with her book review show. In today’s episode she reviews, Redemption, by Nathan Winograd; Call of the Cats, by Andrew Bloomfield; Cat Daddy, by Jackson Galaxy; and Homer, The Ninth Life of a Blind Wonder Cat by Gwen Cooper. Redemption is a book that provides us with some creative solutions to our pet overpopulation issues in the country and the other books are full of emotion and passion.2017-06-0608 min
The Community Cats PodcastEp190 - Ask Stacy!Ask Stacy! Stacy LeBaron, Host, The Community Cats Podcast “Oftentimes, these folks are not upset about the cats in general, but the fact that they’re not being cared for.” In this, the seventh (!) Ask Stacy episode, Lisa and Stacy leave the world of cat lovers behind for a moment to take a look at “cat opponents”—whether those be the neighbors who resent your feeding station or the touch anti-community cat legislation currently enforced in your town. Backed by years of experience, Stacy provides some insight into the many reasons that people might actually be upset about t...2017-06-0121 min
The Community Cats PodcastEp181 - Bonney BrownInterview! Bonney Brown, Founder and Principle Consultant of the Humane Network “Engaging the public in our work is the key to making it sustainable.” Stacy has once again invited Bonney Brown from the Humane Network back on the show! Bonney fills Stacy in on what the Network’s been up to in the past year, such as helping rescue groups to better their strategic planning, improve their live release rate, and ensure their sustainability, among other things. Bonney and Stacy also chat about how the ways we interact with cats outdoors have changed, due to the advent...2017-05-1122 min
The Community Cats PodcastEp179 - Harold RheeInterview! Harold Rhee, Host of This is Pawprint Podcast “Your volunteers may have skills that you never knew about. You don’t really know unless you truly empower people to share their talents.” Harold Rhee is the creator and host of This is Pawprint, another animal welfare podcast! With his wife Nancy, he interviews the “heroes of animal rescue,” such as Tamar Arslanian, author and photographer of Shop Cats, as well as our very own Stacy LeBaron! Stacy and Harold compare notes on creating their shows, and Harold offers encouragement to those listeners who want to start their o...2017-05-0621 min
The Community Cats PodcastEp167 - Stacy LeBaronAsk Stacy! Stacy LeBaron, Host of The Community Cats Podcast “This is all about being a family.” As kitten season approaches, guest host Lisa Finkel talks with Stacy about creatively managing community kittens. Describing kitten fostering as a “pre-program” to the adoption process, Stacy offers insight on productive ways to set up a healthy and sustainable foster care program. Many elements contribute to a successful system, from the medical and administrative structure to compassion fatigue support. Lisa and Stacy also touch on the joys of socializing feral kittens, lovingly referred to as ‘tiny tigers,’ the pros of kitten...2017-04-0823 min
The Community Cats PodcastEp147 - Stacy LeBaronAsk Stacy! Five Tenets of Building an Organization “We have to focus on giving people the guidance they need, but also let them take ownership a task, too.” In this Ask Stacy episode, Lisa and Stacy go through Stacy’s 5 Tenets of Building an Organization to Help Community Cats, which are: Understand your community, Build a skills matrix, Delegate tasks, Communicate with donors and volunteers, and Review and evaluate goals. Stacy is more than happy to consult with organizations on working on these tenets, so please email her at stacy@communitycatspodcast.com if you have any questions...2017-02-2124 min
The Community Cats PodcastEp136 - Book Reviews with Stacy Stacy’s back with more recommendations in the second ever Book Review Show! These four books offer a wide variety for anyone in the animal welfare world: from a coffee table book of city kitties, to a birder’s views on managing free-roaming cat populations. As last time, the final book recommendation does not talk specifically about cats, but instead offers ways in which you can build your social media presence, craft a more communicative message, and more. We’ve included the names of the books and authors down below, as well as links to places you can buy them! And don’t f...2017-01-2614 min
The Community Cats PodcastEp107 - Ask Stacy!It's an Ask Stacy episode! “You could feel the energy busting through the wires” Stacy reflects what all that she’s learned since launching the Community Cats Podcast, having completed more than 100 episodes speaking with experts all over the US and beyond. She recommends a number of her favorite interviews, with individuals like Emma Clifford, Hannah Shaw (the “Kitten Lady”), Dr. Kate Hurley and Dr. Christine Wilford — all of whom have different areas of expertise, but embody enthusiasm and energy in their work to improve the lives of cats. Additionally, she talks about the topic of how cats co...2016-11-1921 min
The Community Cats PodcastEp91 - Book Review Special Book Review Special with host, Stacy LeBaron. An episode for both book worms and compassionate cats. In this special episode, Stacy shares some of her favorite resources for information on community cats, as well as how to take care of yourself when doing the hard work of animal welfare. We’ve included the names of the books and authors down below, as well as links to places you can buy them! To Save a Starfish by Jennifer Blough Nobody’s Cats by Valerie Ingram & Alistair Schroff The Humane Economy by Wayne Pacelle Community Cats: A Journey Into the World of Feral Cats ...2016-10-2017 min