We’ve got Rae and Kristin back on the podcast to talk about how we do outreach, and how outreach is more than just helping people, it’s building partnerships with other organizations to reach as many pets and people as possible.

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Today we’re talking with Jeff Callaway about his dog Ethan, and their journey from trauma to triumph. 

We’ve got cat behaviorist Dr. Rachel Geller back on the show to talk about… well, cats, of course. Specifically how and why they play, and why it’s important to give your kitty the thrill of the hunt. Plus, Dave’s flying solo on this episode. Does he survive, or does he crash and burn? Answers within!

We’re talking with Dr. Erin Sako about her job as a euthanasia specialist, helping folks prepare for the end of their furry friend’s life. Some sad and heartwarming tales this week.

We’re talking with our new Chief Veterinarian, Dr. Washington, about her career as a veterinarian working primarily in the south where animal welfare is in a very different place, what it’s like working in a high-volume vet clinic, and what her plans for our future services are. 

We’re talking with Camden Atkinson of the Missouri Department of Corrections about their Puppies for Parole program that pairs offenders with a pup needing a forever home, teaching them both skills they can use for the rest of their lives. 

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The 2022 annual Horrible Hundred report has been released, and we’ve got HSUS State Director for Missouri, Cody Atkinson, on to talk about puppy mills, why Missouri is consistenly topping the list, and what you can do to help stop the suffering of these animals.

We’ve got Tim Perciful, the ASPCA’s Manager of Disaster Response on the show to talk about the organization’s long history with disaster response, as well as give observations from his own time doing disaster response work, along with some tips for building your own emergency kit.

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The second part of our chat with Dr. Delgado covers her own research on puzzle feeders, how cats are freeloaders, plus her take on the ol’ wet food vs. dry food question. 

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Today we’ve got the first part of a big chat with Dr. Mikel Delgado about when and how to feed your cats. Think there’s not that much to talk about? Think again. We cover common issues, where to put your food bowls, and how to bridge that gap between your cat’s natural eating behavior and your very real human schedule. Does it end on a cliffhanger? You’ll have to listen and find out… (a cliffhanger about a cliffhanger?)

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