The Community Cats Podcast

Strategic 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


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"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" at its core, Stacy outlines the strategic initiatives aimed at achieving humane solutions for community cats.

Listeners will gain insight into key topics, including the United Spay Alliance's efforts to bolster spay/neuter programs, the role of collaboration with social services, and the challenges of succession planning in rescue organizations. This episode is packed with innovative ideas, from the importance of accessible veterinary training (hello, wet labs!) to the transformative potential of tools like the Community Cat Calculator. Whether you’re a seasoned TNR practitioner or a new advocate for feline welfare, Stacy’s passion and strategic perspective will leave you inspired to take action in your own community.

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  • The 2025 vision for community cat care: strategy and sustainability.
  • Behind the scenes at the United Spay Alliance and its groundbreaking programs.
  • The role of social service organizations in supporting community cats.
  • Succession planning tips for rescue organizations and fostering the next generation of advocates.
  • Tools like the Community Cat Calculator to assess and address feline population needs.
  • How post-pandemic innovations are shaping the future of adoptions and clinic operations.

Resources Mentioned:

  • United Spay Alliance
  • Community Cat Calculator Tool
  • National Kitten Coalition
  • Community Cat Workshops
  • University of the Pacific - Community Cat Program Management Course

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