The Community Cats Podcast

551: Picking Up Pizza and Saving Cats with Nadia Oseguera, Program Manager for the UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program and Chris Ramon, Chief Program Officer for Pasadena Humane


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Sometimes life surprises you with a mission when you least expect it, like during a routine pizza run that suddenly catapults you into the world of community cat care. That's exactly what happened to Nadia Oseguera and Chris Ramon, who found themselves drawn into the compassionate web of Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) and fostering initiatives. 

Filled with both unexpected challenges and profound fulfillment, their stories showcase the emotional investment required to effect positive change for feline friends and their human counterparts. As you delve deeper into their inspiring journeys, uncover the deep-seated dedication that drives volunteers to tirelessly work towards a future where every cat is cared for and respected. 

They also discuss creative solutions emerging in response to California's veterinarian shortage – a critical bottleneck in the quest to control cat populations. By bringing dairy veterinarians into the fold and focusing on specialized training, witness a community adapt and thrive even in the face of adversity. Join this heartfelt dive into the world of animal welfare, where every action and every volunteer can make an impactful difference.

In this episode, you will hear:

  • Dedication to helping community cats
  • Community cat care challenges in California
  • Improving efficiency in veterinary practices
  • Community cat care program implementation
  • Enhancing equity in animal shelter funding
  • Building a strong support network

Resources from this Episode

This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie’s Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies551)

CA for All Animals Website - https://www.californiaforallanimals.com/

Nadia's Instagram - @nadiaoseguera 

https://www.instagram.com/nadiaoseguera/ 

Pasadena Humane's Website - https://pasadenahumane.org/

Chris' Instagram - @christhecatguy

https://www.instagram.com/christhecatguy/ 

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