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Top Dog Podcast with Marnie Russ | Leading a Movement to Save Neonatal Kittens
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- The Top Dog Podcast
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- May 21, 2026
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- 1586
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Summary
The most vulnerable animals in shelters are also the most adoptable. In this episode of Top Dog Podcast, we talk with Marnie Russ, founder of the National Kitten Coalition and creator of Kitten College — a groundbreaking program focused on saving neonatal kittens through education, foster support, and scalable systems. After a successful career as an international aerospace lobbyist, Marnie shifted her focus to animal welfare — building one of the most impactful neonatal kitten programs in the country. In this conversation, we explore: • Why neonatal kittens are the most at-risk population in shelters • How Kitten College is transforming foster programs nationwide • Breaking down barriers to fostering through education and support • Scaling lifesaving programs for shelters of all sizes • Turning passion into a national movement Marnie shares how simple, structured systems — combined with the right education — can save thousands of lives and empower everyday people to foster with confidence. 👉 Learn more about tools supporting animal welfare organizations at https://doobert.com/ Subscribe for more conversations with leaders shaping the future of animal welfare.