Animal Posse

A single dog can change a life—sometimes so profoundly that it redirects the entire future. In this deeply moving episode of Animal Posse, Dixie sits down with author A.J. Symon to explore the extraordinary bond he shared with his first service dog, Chip, a golden retriever who became his protector, his partner, and ultimately the inspiration behind his debut novel Golden Boy.

A.J. opens up about living with a seizure disorder, the intuitive connection that made Chip indispensable, and the devastating grief of losing a service dog who had been by his side 24/7 for a decade. He and Dixie share candid stories of guilt, healing, and the silent language animal lovers know all too well.

You’ll also meet Bubba, Chip’s son, who now carries on his father’s legacy as A.J.’s new service dog—and as a character in the Golden Boy universe.

Listeners can learn more about A.J., his work, and Golden Boy at his official website: https://www.ajsymon.com

This episode is a celebration of the animals who save us, shape us, and stay with us long after they’re gone. If you’ve ever had a soul dog or soul cat, this conversation will stay with you.

Welcome to Animal Posse! We share heartwarming stories and crucial insights to make a real difference for animals in need. As a project of the Unwanted Feline Organization, we are a community of animal lovers dedicated to rescue, advocacy, and education. This podcast does not provide medical, veterinary, or professional advice.

Like, Share, and Subscribe to save lives through community, one rescue at a time!

This show is for entertainment and general discussion only. The experiences, opinions, and information shared by our guests are their own, do not reflect the position of the show and are not intended as veterinary advice. This content should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment, or guidance. Always consult a licensed veterinarian regarding your pet’s health or any medical concerns.

What happens to wild animals that suffer injuries so severe they can never return to the wild? In this episode, host Dixie sits down with licensed wildlife rehabilitator Moon Taylor, founder of Spiritual Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Sanctuary, to explore the intensive care required for special needs wildlife. Moon shares the heart-wrenching yet inspiring journey of Tyler, a famous rescue bobcat who survived severe trauma as a kitten and became the foundation for her sanctuary's mission. Together, they dive into the complex world of wildlife rehabilitation, discussing the critical differences between state permits and USDA Class C/T licenses, the reality of soft vs. hard releases, and why bobcats—no matter how sweet they seem—never make good house pets.

Connect: To support Moon’s sanctuary, follow Tyler's journey, or make a tax-deductible donation toward special medical care and custom diets, visit tylerthebobcat.org or search Tyler the Bobcat on Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok.

Welcome to Animal Posse! We share heartwarming stories and crucial insights to make a real difference for animals in need. As a project of the Unwanted Feline Organization, we are a community of animal lovers dedicated to rescue, advocacy, and education. This podcast does not provide medical, veterinary, or professional advice.

Like, Share, and Subscribe to save lives through community, one rescue at a time!

This show is for entertainment and general discussion only. The experiences, opinions, and information shared by our guests are their own, do not reflect the position of the show and are not intended as veterinary advice. This content should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment, or guidance. Always consult a licensed veterinarian regarding your pet’s health or any medical concerns.

When Seoul’s historic Yongsan district began its multi-billion dollar redevelopment, over 18,000 residents moved out—and left an estimated 1,000 community cats trapped behind demolition barriers. Facing bulldozers, starvation, and strict urban restrictions, these animals had no voice and nowhere to turn.

In this episode, host Dixie sits down with Julie Choi, founder of Yongsan Cats, to talk about what happens to street animals when an entire city rebuilds itself. Julie shares her journey from a dog mom who fed two kittens on a snowy day to a full-time rescuer who has saved over 250 cats from active demolition zones.

Even if you can't adopt or foster, adding your voice helps build the international leverage needed to pressure local authorities and shelters to act.

• Instagram: @yongsancats
• Website: yongsancats.com
• Patreon: patreon.com/yongsancats (Free & Supporter Tiers Available)

Welcome to Animal Posse! We share heartwarming stories and crucial insights to make a real difference for animals in need. As a project of the Unwanted Feline Organization, we are a community of animal lovers dedicated to rescue, advocacy, and education. This podcast does not provide medical, veterinary, or professional advice.

Like, Share, and Subscribe to save lives through community, one rescue at a time!

This show is for entertainment and general discussion only. The experiences, opinions, and information shared by our guests are their own, do not reflect the position of the show and are not intended as veterinary advice. This content should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment, or guidance. Always consult a licensed veterinarian regarding your pet’s health or any medical concerns.

When a pet changes your life, their impact never really leaves—and few stories embody that truth more than Jonathan Graziano’s. In this heartfelt conversation, Jonathan opens up about life after the loss of his beloved pug Noodle, the viral “Bones or No Bones” phenomenon, and the vulnerable, deeply human process of welcoming a new rescue dog into your world.

Jonathan shares how Milton—an anxious, gentle pug with a tiny suitcase and a huge heart—helped him rediscover joy, routine, and connection. We explore the bravery required on both sides of adoption, the quirks and mysteries of adult rescue pets, and the healing that comes from opening your home again after profound grief.

This episode celebrates the release of Jonathan’s brand‑new children’s book, Milton Makes a Move, a tender story about courage, change, and finding comfort in new beginnings. Perfect for families, rescue advocates, and anyone who’s ever loved—and lost—a pet who shaped their world.

TikTok: @jonathangraziano

Instagram: @jongraz

Welcome to Animal Posse! We share heartwarming stories and crucial insights to make a real difference for animals in need. As a project of the Unwanted Feline Organization, we are a community of animal lovers dedicated to rescue, advocacy, and education. This podcast does not provide medical, veterinary, or professional advice.

Like, Share, and Subscribe to save lives through community, one rescue at a time!

This show is for entertainment and general discussion only. The experiences, opinions, and information shared by our guests are their own, do not reflect the position of the show and are not intended as veterinary advice. This content should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment, or guidance. Always consult a licensed veterinarian regarding your pet’s health or any medical concerns.

Dixie sits down with Cora Moore of Faeryland Farms, a Tennessee sanctuary where rescued goats become partners in wellness, education, and community healing. Cora shares how her background in psychology and her deep connection to nature shaped a program that brings goats into classrooms, assisted‑living homes, universities, and community events — helping people slow down, breathe, and reconnect.

Listeners will learn how Ginger Snaps became the first certified therapy goat in the U.S., why goat‑assisted wellness is rooted in consent and co‑regulation, and how Faeryland Farms is building a national certification program to support therapy goats everywhere. With 50 rescued animals, a National Wildlife Federation–certified habitat, and a mission centered on kindness, grounding, and joy, Faeryland Farms shows how “the sweetest little heathens” can change lives.

Connect with Cora:

Facebook : www.facebook.com/cora.moore.197279

Welcome to Animal Posse! We share heartwarming stories and crucial insights to make a real difference for animals in need. As a project of the Unwanted Feline Organization, we are a community of animal lovers dedicated to rescue, advocacy, and education. This podcast does not provide medical, veterinary, or professional advice.

Like, Share, and Subscribe to save lives through community, one rescue at a time!

This show is for entertainment and general discussion only. The experiences, opinions, and information shared by our guests are their own, do not reflect the position of the show and are not intended as veterinary advice. This content should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment, or guidance. Always consult a licensed veterinarian regarding your pet’s health or any medical concerns.

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Francine Guillot of the Spay Neuter Iberia Project (SNIP) joins the Animal Posse Podcast to share a raw, boots‑on‑the‑ground look at what it really takes to fight pet overpopulation in Louisiana. From reviving a dormant nonprofit to rescuing special‑needs kittens like Gump, Francine walks us through the daily challenges, emotional wins, and community gaps that shape animal welfare in New Iberia.

She breaks down how SNIP approaches TNR, works with local vets, supports elderly residents who feed but can’t afford to fix, and pushes for accessible spay/neuter options in a parish overwhelmed by stray cats and dogs. You’ll hear stories of wall‑trapped kittens, trap‑smart ferals, transport programs, and the relentless determination required to make even the smallest dent in overpopulation.

This episode is a testament to the power of volunteers, compassion, and community outreach—and a reminder that one success story can keep an entire mission moving forward.

SNIP Website: snipiberia.com

Email: [email protected]

Welcome to Animal Posse! We share heartwarming stories and crucial insights to make a real difference for animals in need. As a project of the Unwanted Feline Organization, we are a community of animal lovers dedicated to rescue, advocacy, and education. This podcast does not provide medical, veterinary, or professional advice.

Like, Share, and Subscribe to save lives through community, one rescue at a time!

This show is for entertainment and general discussion only. The experiences, opinions, and information shared by our guests are their own, do not reflect the position of the show and are not intended as veterinary advice. This content should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment, or guidance. Always consult a licensed veterinarian regarding your pet’s health or any medical concerns.

In this episode, host Dixie sits down with Katie Hunt, the driving force behind Shagbark Hickory Farm—a Connecticut-based nonprofit dedicated to the life-changing power of equine-assisted therapy.

Katie shares how her farm evolved from a family hobby into a vital community asset, matching semi-retired horses with individuals facing anxiety, autism, ADHD, and cerebral palsy. Discover the incredible, documented bond between humans and horses, how an animal’s heartbeat can help regulate our own, and the ways Shagbark Hickory Farm is instilling responsibility and joy in everyone from two-year-old preschoolers to adults.

Connect with Shagbark Hickory Farm:

• Facebook: Shagbark Hickory Farm
• Contact/Text: 860-849-3868

Welcome to Animal Posse! We share heartwarming stories and crucial insights to make a real difference for animals in need. As a project of the Unwanted Feline Organization, we are a community of animal lovers dedicated to rescue, advocacy, and education. This podcast does not provide medical, veterinary, or professional advice.

Like, Share, and Subscribe to save lives through community, one rescue at a time!

This show is for entertainment and general discussion only. The experiences, opinions, and information shared by our guests are their own, do not reflect the position of the show and are not intended as veterinary advice. This content should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment, or guidance. Always consult a licensed veterinarian regarding your pet’s health or any medical concerns.

Carin, owner of Hide and Scratch, joins Dixie to share the inspiring story behind her cat‑focused company and the creation of the Give a Cat a Box program—a donation system designed to bring comfort, enrichment, and security to cats in shelters, foster homes, and adoption centers.

She explains how a simple cardboard box can reduce stress, support natural feline instincts, and help cats transition more smoothly into their forever homes. Carin also opens up about fostering, partnering with Mission Meow, and the surprising economics behind Amazon wishlists that pushed her to build a better, rescue‑friendly donation platform.

Listeners will learn why cats crave boxes, how silver vine compares to catnip, and how Hide and Scratch is helping rescues nationwide improve the daily lives of cats in their care.

Support Hide and Scratch: https://hideandscratch.com

Learn about Give a Cat a Box: https://www.giveacatabox.com

If you’d like to send a donation directly to our rescue through Hide and Scratch: https://www.giveacatabox.com/partners/unwanted-feline-organization/

Welcome to Animal Posse! We share heartwarming stories and crucial insights to make a real difference for animals in need. As a project of the Unwanted Feline Organization, we are a community of animal lovers dedicated to rescue, advocacy, and education. This podcast does not provide medical, veterinary, or professional advice.

Like, Share, and Subscribe to save lives through community, one rescue at a time!

This show is for entertainment and general discussion only. The experiences, opinions, and information shared by our guests are their own and are not intended as veterinary advice. This content should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment, or guidance. Always consult a licensed veterinarian regarding your pet’s health or any medical concerns.

Families often feel overwhelmed when their cats develop behavior issues—and many consider surrendering them. In this conversation, Dixie sits down with Matt Wildman of the National Cat Behavior Helpline to explore how his team helps keep cats in their homes through free, phone‑based behavior counseling. From litter box mysteries to inter‑cat conflict, stress‑related behaviors, and the emotional side of supporting desperate owners, Matt shares the stories, strategies, and hope behind the hotline’s growing impact.

Listeners will learn why behavior issues are solvable more often than people think, how shelters can use the helpline as a resource, and what really happens on the other end of the call.

National Cat Behavior Helpline [email protected]

Cat Behavior Counseling Course : https://humanepro.org/training-education/online-courses/cat-behavior-counseling

Guide to Cat Behavior Counseling : https://humanepro.org/magazine/guides/guide-cat-behavior-counseling

Welcome to Animal Posse! We share heartwarming stories and crucial insights to make a real difference for animals in need. As a project of the Unwanted Feline Organization, we are a community of animal lovers dedicated to rescue, advocacy, and education. This podcast does not provide medical, veterinary, or professional advice.

Like, Share, and Subscribe to save lives through community, one rescue at a time!

This show is for entertainment and general discussion only. The experiences, opinions, and information shared by our guests are their own and are not intended as veterinary advice. This content should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment, or guidance. Always consult a licensed veterinarian regarding your pet’s health or any medical concerns.

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In this episode, Dixie talks with Rebecca McCathern from Helena’s Community Cats of SWGA about the realities of rescuing cats in rural Georgia. From nonstop kitten season to bottle‑baby emergencies, dumping, TNR challenges, and the myths that keep people from spaying and neutering, this conversation shines a light on what rescuers in the South are facing every single day.

Rebecca shares how she built her new 501(c)(3), why she named it after her mom, the difference between California and Southern states when it comes to animal welfare, and the creative ways she’s bringing education into her community. If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to protect community cats in underserved areas, this episode is full of truth, heart, and real‑world solutions.

Learn more : https://www.helenascommunitycats.org/

Welcome to Animal Posse! We share heartwarming stories and crucial insights to make a real difference for animals in need. As a project of the Unwanted Feline Organization, we are a community of animal lovers dedicated to rescue, advocacy, and education. This podcast does not provide medical, veterinary, or professional advice.

Like, Share, and Subscribe to save lives through community, one rescue at a time!

This show is for entertainment and general discussion only. The experiences, opinions, and information shared by our guests are their own and are not intended as veterinary advice. This content should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment, or guidance. Always consult a licensed veterinarian regarding your pet’s health or any medical concerns.

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