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Here's a quick summary of the last 5 episodes on The Community Cats Podcast.
Hosts
Stacy LeBaron
Previous Guests
Alexa Kyler
Alexa Kyler is a software developer and advocate for Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) initiatives. She is the creator of the Trapper Aid Initiative, an app designed to connect community cat trappers with essential resources to overcome logistical challenges in TNR efforts. Her passion for animal rescue and her personal experiences with TNR have driven her to innovate solutions that support community cats and their caregivers.
Alexa Kyler is a software developer and advocate for Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) initiatives. She is the creator of the Trapper Aid Initiative, an app designed to connect community cat trappers with essential resources to overcome logistical challenges in TNR efforts. Her passion for animal rescue and her personal experiences with TNR have driven her to innovate solutions that support community cats and their caregivers.
John Peaveler
John Peaveler is an animal welfare expert and the founder of Humane Innovations, LLC. He has a background as a military veteran and has been instrumental in building Kuwait's first progressive animal shelter. John has extensive experience in developing global disaster response programs and has worked on various initiatives to manage feral dog and cat populations. His expertise includes humane animal capture techniques and large-scale TNVR (Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return) programs, making him a key figure in addressing community animal welfare challenges.
John Peaveler is an animal welfare expert and the founder of Humane Innovations, LLC. He has a background as a military veteran and has been instrumental in building Kuwait's first progressive animal shelter. John has extensive experience in developing global disaster response programs and has worked on various initiatives to manage feral dog and cat populations. His expertise includes humane animal capture techniques and large-scale TNVR (Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return) programs, making him a key figure in addressing community animal welfare challenges.
Karen Menczer
Karen Menczer is the founder of Animal Kind International, an organization dedicated to supporting animal welfare groups in under-resourced communities around the world. With a background as a passionate dog lover, Karen transitioned into a global advocate for cats, focusing on the challenges and triumphs of animal welfare across 14 countries. Her work emphasizes the importance of moral and financial support for local organizations, as well as the impact of humane education in changing attitudes toward community cats.
Karen Menczer is the founder of Animal Kind International, an organization dedicated to supporting animal welfare groups in under-resourced communities around the world. With a background as a passionate dog lover, Karen transitioned into a global advocate for cats, focusing on the challenges and triumphs of animal welfare across 14 countries. Her work emphasizes the importance of moral and financial support for local organizations, as well as the impact of humane education in changing attitudes toward community cats.
Matt Tougas
Matt Tougas is the Founder and President of the Sioux Empire TNR Coalition, an organization dedicated to promoting trap-neuter-return (TNR) initiatives in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. With a strong commitment to animal welfare, Matt has been instrumental in advocating for policies that support TNR efforts, working closely with city officials and local lawmakers to foster a supportive environment for community cats. His leadership has led to significant advancements in the fight for TNR, including the recent push for a city ordinance that formalizes and protects these efforts. Matt's work emphasizes the importance of persistence, education, and coalition-building in effecting change and improving the lives of cats in the community.
Matt Tougas is the Founder and President of the Sioux Empire TNR Coalition, an organization dedicated to promoting trap-neuter-return (TNR) initiatives in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. With a strong commitment to animal welfare, Matt has been instrumental in advocating for policies that support TNR efforts, working closely with city officials and local lawmakers to foster a supportive environment for community cats. His leadership has led to significant advancements in the fight for TNR, including the recent push for a city ordinance that formalizes and protects these efforts. Matt's work emphasizes the importance of persistence, education, and coalition-building in effecting change and improving the lives of cats in the community.
Harry Eckman
Harry Eckman is a Global Advisor for Cat Population Management at International Cat Care, with over 25 years of experience in animal welfare. He has worked on various initiatives, including stray population management and efforts to end the dog and cat meat trades. Harry is currently leading a three-year project focused on cat welfare strategies in multiple countries, emphasizing community-driven solutions and the importance of integrating cat welfare into existing community services.
Harry Eckman is a Global Advisor for Cat Population Management at International Cat Care, with over 25 years of experience in animal welfare. He has worked on various initiatives, including stray population management and efforts to end the dog and cat meat trades. Harry is currently leading a three-year project focused on cat welfare strategies in multiple countries, emphasizing community-driven solutions and the importance of integrating cat welfare into existing community services.
Topics Discussed
TNR
Trapper Aid Initiative
technology
community cats
logistical challenges
vet appointments
transportation
funding medical care
resource-sharing
nonprofit solutions
animal welfare
feral cats
TNVR
population management
humane capture techniques
spay/neuter programs
Animal Kind International
TNVR programs
veterinary care
grassroots rescue organizations
humane education
funding
global cat advocate
Sioux Falls
ordinance
coalition-building
public education
no-kill status
veterinarian
cat population management
unowned cats
community-driven solutions
veterinary shortages
trap-neuter-return
cat feeders
feline welfare
The Community Cats Podcast is the brainchild of Stacy LeBaron. Stacy has over 20 years experience working with Community Cats in Massachusetts. She was the President of the Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society for 16 years and since 2011 she has run the MRFRS Mentoring program assisting over 80 organizations with setting up TNR programs and getting funding to support those programs.
Our Vision
To create a humane community for all cats.
Our Mission
To provide education, information and dialogue that will create a supportive environment empowering people to help cats in their community.
What We Do
We offer a podcast, an informative blog, a grant and mentoring program, online conferences, and networking and sharing opportunities. We participate in cat-related events, and we offer consulting and visioning workshops for organizations.
Here's the recent few episodes on The Community Cats Podcast.
0:0029:21
Innovating TNR Support with the Trapper Aid Initiative Featuring Alexa Kyler, Software Developer & Cat Advocate.
Guests
Guests of this podcast episode
Alexa Kyler
Keywords
Keywords of this podcast episode
TNRTrapper Aid Initiativetechnologycommunity catslogistical challengesvet appointmentstransportationfunding medical careresource-sharingnonprofit solutions
"We all want to help, but without the right tools and resources, TNR can feel impossible. Thats why we need technology to bridge the gaps."
This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddies Fund.
Trapping and caring for community cats comes with numerous logistical challengesfinding vet appointments, securing transportation, and funding medical care. Alexa Kyler, software developer and TNR advocate, is tackling these obstacles with the Trapper Aid Initiative, an app designed to connect trappers with critical resources. In this episode, Alexa shares how her own experience with TNR inspired this innovative solution, the hurdles of building tech for animal rescue, and her vision for the future of community cat support.
Press Play Now For:
How Alexas husband introduced her to the world of TNR
The biggest challenges facing community cat trappers today
Why resource-sharing is critical for successful TNVR programs
The impact of veterinary appointment shortages on community cats
How technology can help streamline TNR efforts
The complexities of funding and structuring tech-based nonprofit solutions
Maddie's Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies609)
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"We all want to help, but without the right tools and resources, TNR can feel impossible. Thats why we need technology to bridge the gaps."
This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddies Fund.
Trapping and caring for community cats comes with numerous logistical challengesfinding vet appointments, securing transportation, and funding medical care. Alexa Kyler, software developer and TNR advocate, is tackling these obstacles with the Trapper Aid Initiative, an app designed to connect trappers with critical resources. In this episode, Alexa shares how her own experience with TNR inspired this innovative solution, the hurdles of building tech for animal rescue, and her vision for the future of community cat support.
Press Play Now For:
How Alexas husband introduced her to the world of TNR
The biggest challenges facing community cat trappers today
Why resource-sharing is critical for successful TNVR programs
The impact of veterinary appointment shortages on community cats
How technology can help streamline TNR efforts
The complexities of funding and structuring tech-based nonprofit solutions
Maddie's Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies609)
Follow & Review
Wed love for you to follow us if you havent yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. Wed love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts(https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-community-cats-podcast/id1125752101?mt=2). Select Ratings and Reviews and Write a Review then share a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.
0:0033:20
Tackling Global Animal Welfare Challenges Featuring John Peaveler of Humane Innovations, LLC
"If you’re struggling to catch the last cat in your colony, you just haven’t figured out the right approach yet. Every cat is catchable with the right technique."
From building Kuwait’s first progressive animal shelter to developing global disaster response programs, John Peaveler has seen it all. In this episode, John shares his journey from military veteran to animal welfare expert, discussing the challenges of handling feral dogs and cats, the necessity of effective population management, and the importance of humane animal capture techniques. Whether you're struggling with "trap-smart" cats or looking to develop large-scale TNVR programs, John’s expertise and field-tested insights offer invaluable guidance.
Press Play Now For:
John’s unexpected entry into animal welfare through a dog rescue in Kuwait
The challenges of catching feral dogs and cats in extreme environments
Why TNVR is the most effective strategy for managing community cat populations
The importance of conditioning and strategic trapping techniques
Lessons learned from large-scale population management efforts
The role of governments and organizations in tackling community animal welfare issues
How high-volume, high-quality spay/neuter programs make a lasting impact
Maddie's Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies608)
Follow & Review
We’d love for you to follow us if you haven’t yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts(https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-community-cats-podcast/id1125752101?mt=2). Select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then share a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.
"If you’re struggling to catch the last cat in your colony, you just haven’t figured out the right approach yet. Every cat is catchable with the right technique."
From building Kuwait’s first progressive animal shelter to developing global disaster response programs, John Peaveler has seen it all. In this episode, John shares his journey from military veteran to animal welfare expert, discussing the challenges of handling feral dogs and cats, the necessity of effective population management, and the importance of humane animal capture techniques. Whether you're struggling with "trap-smart" cats or looking to develop large-scale TNVR programs, John’s expertise and field-tested insights offer invaluable guidance.
Press Play Now For:
John’s unexpected entry into animal welfare through a dog rescue in Kuwait
The challenges of catching feral dogs and cats in extreme environments
Why TNVR is the most effective strategy for managing community cat populations
The importance of conditioning and strategic trapping techniques
Lessons learned from large-scale population management efforts
The role of governments and organizations in tackling community animal welfare issues
How high-volume, high-quality spay/neuter programs make a lasting impact
Maddie's Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies608)
Follow & Review
We’d love for you to follow us if you haven’t yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts(https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-community-cats-podcast/id1125752101?mt=2). Select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then share a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.
0:0033:02
Changing Lives for Cats Around the World Featuring Karen Menczer, Founder of Animal Kind International
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 done for community cats and the importance of moral and financial support in the field. Tune in to learn how small actions can have a big impact on the global stage.
Press Play Now For:
How Karen’s love for dogs led her to become a cat advocate
The origins and mission of Animal Kind International
The challenges of supporting animal welfare in Africa and the Caribbean
Why cats face unique struggles in many communities worldwide
The importance of funding and moral support for grassroots rescue organizations
How humane education is changing attitudes toward community cats
The power of small grants and community-based animal welfare efforts
Maddie's Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies607)
Follow & Review
We’d love for you to follow us if you haven’t yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts(https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-community-cats-podcast/id1125752101?mt=2). Select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then share a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.
"You have to feel good about what you can do, even if you can’t help them all. Every small effort makes a difference.”
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 done for community cats and the importance of moral and financial support in the field. Tune in to learn how small actions can have a big impact on the global stage.
Press Play Now For:
How Karen’s love for dogs led her to become a cat advocate
The origins and mission of Animal Kind International
The challenges of supporting animal welfare in Africa and the Caribbean
Why cats face unique struggles in many communities worldwide
The importance of funding and moral support for grassroots rescue organizations
How humane education is changing attitudes toward community cats
The power of small grants and community-based animal welfare efforts
Maddie's Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies607)
Follow & Review
We’d love for you to follow us if you haven’t yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts(https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-community-cats-podcast/id1125752101?mt=2). Select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then share a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.
0:0025:49
Turning the Tide for TNR: Sioux Falls’ Game-Changing Ordinance, Featuring Matt Tougas, Founder and President of Sioux Empire TNR
In this episode, host Stacy LeBaron welcomes Matt 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, Matt and his coalition have made major strides—convincing city officials to support an ordinance that will formally allow and protect TNR efforts within the city.
Matt shares how persistence, education, and coalition-building helped turn skeptics into supporters, including local lawmakers and the Humane Society. He discusses the upcoming city council vote, the potential for a dedicated TNR veterinarian, and the challenges of implementing a sustainable community cat program. He also highlights how Sioux Falls’ success could inspire neighboring cities to adopt similar policies, ultimately leading to statewide progress for cat welfare.
If you’re looking for inspiration on how to advocate for TNR in your community, this episode is a must-listen.
Press Play Now For:
How the Sioux Empire TNR Coalition won city council support for TNR
The critical role of public education in changing attitudes toward community cats
How TNR is helping the local Humane Society work toward no-kill status
The importance of having a dedicated veterinarian for TNR programs
What’s next for Sioux Falls and how the ordinance could influence other cities
The value of coalition-building in advancing animal welfare initiatives
Tips for overcoming opposition and pushing for legislative change
Resources & Links:
Sioux Empire TNR – Learn more about Matt’s organization and how to get involved. (https://siouxempiretnr.org/)
Sponsor Links:
Maddie's Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies605)
Follow & Review
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"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."
In this episode, host Stacy LeBaron welcomes Matt 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, Matt and his coalition have made major strides—convincing city officials to support an ordinance that will formally allow and protect TNR efforts within the city.
Matt shares how persistence, education, and coalition-building helped turn skeptics into supporters, including local lawmakers and the Humane Society. He discusses the upcoming city council vote, the potential for a dedicated TNR veterinarian, and the challenges of implementing a sustainable community cat program. He also highlights how Sioux Falls’ success could inspire neighboring cities to adopt similar policies, ultimately leading to statewide progress for cat welfare.
If you’re looking for inspiration on how to advocate for TNR in your community, this episode is a must-listen.
Press Play Now For:
How the Sioux Empire TNR Coalition won city council support for TNR
The critical role of public education in changing attitudes toward community cats
How TNR is helping the local Humane Society work toward no-kill status
The importance of having a dedicated veterinarian for TNR programs
What’s next for Sioux Falls and how the ordinance could influence other cities
The value of coalition-building in advancing animal welfare initiatives
Tips for overcoming opposition and pushing for legislative change
Resources & Links:
Sioux Empire TNR – Learn more about Matt’s organization and how to get involved. (https://siouxempiretnr.org/)
Sponsor Links:
Maddie's Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies605)
Follow & Review
We’d love for you to follow us if you haven’t yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts(https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-community-cats-podcast/id1125752101?mt=2). Select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then share a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.
0:0031:38
Managing Cat Populations: A Global Perspective, Featuring Harry Eckman, Global Advisor for Cat Population Management at International Cat Care
Hosts
Hosts of this podcast episode
Stacy LeBaron
Guests
Guests of this podcast episode
Harry Eckman
Keywords
Keywords of this podcast episode
TNRcat population managementanimal welfareunowned catscommunity-driven solutionsveterinary shortagestrap-neuter-returncat feedersfeline welfare
"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.”
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 animal welfare, the realities of life for unowned cats across different regions, and innovative solutions to improve their welfare.
Harry sheds light on his latest project, a three-year initiative backed by the Battersea Global Enabler Fund, focusing on cat welfare strategies in five countries: the UK, Cyprus, Greece, Portugal, and Australia. He emphasizes the importance of community-driven solutions, the role of cat feeders as unsung heroes, and the systemic challenges—including veterinary shortages—that impact cat welfare globally.
From integrating social services into feline welfare to normalizing trap-neuter-return (TNR), Harry and Stacy discuss what it takes to build sustainable, community-led programs that truly make a difference.
Press Play Now For:
How Harry Eckman transitioned from pastry chef to global cat welfare leader
The harsh realities faced by unowned cats around the world
Why effective TNR is more than just sterilization—it’s about strategic planning
The importance of integrating cat welfare into existing community services
How veterinary shortages are impacting cat population management globally
The role of cat feeders and why they are key to humane population control
A groundbreaking international project aimed at improving feline welfare
Resources & Links:
International Cat Care – Learn more about their mission and projects (https://icatcare.org)
Find Harry Eckman on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/harry-eckman-45b9a847/)
Harry’s Published Research on Cat & Dog Welfare in Portugal – Read it here(https://www.cabidigitallibrary.org/doi/10.1079/hai.2024.0029)
Sponsor Links:
Maddie's Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies605)
Follow & Review
We’d love for you to follow us if you haven’t yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts(https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-community-cats-podcast/id1125752101?mt=2). Select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.
"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.”
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 animal welfare, the realities of life for unowned cats across different regions, and innovative solutions to improve their welfare.
Harry sheds light on his latest project, a three-year initiative backed by the Battersea Global Enabler Fund, focusing on cat welfare strategies in five countries: the UK, Cyprus, Greece, Portugal, and Australia. He emphasizes the importance of community-driven solutions, the role of cat feeders as unsung heroes, and the systemic challenges—including veterinary shortages—that impact cat welfare globally.
From integrating social services into feline welfare to normalizing trap-neuter-return (TNR), Harry and Stacy discuss what it takes to build sustainable, community-led programs that truly make a difference.
Press Play Now For:
How Harry Eckman transitioned from pastry chef to global cat welfare leader
The harsh realities faced by unowned cats around the world
Why effective TNR is more than just sterilization—it’s about strategic planning
The importance of integrating cat welfare into existing community services
How veterinary shortages are impacting cat population management globally
The role of cat feeders and why they are key to humane population control
A groundbreaking international project aimed at improving feline welfare
Resources & Links:
International Cat Care – Learn more about their mission and projects (https://icatcare.org)
Find Harry Eckman on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/harry-eckman-45b9a847/)
Harry’s Published Research on Cat & Dog Welfare in Portugal – Read it here(https://www.cabidigitallibrary.org/doi/10.1079/hai.2024.0029)
Sponsor Links:
Maddie's Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies605)
Follow & Review
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