{"podcast":{"title":"United We Spay","slug":"united-we-spay-6721497","podcast_index_feed_id":6721497,"rss_url":"https://feeds.libsyn.com/494283/rss","website_url":"https://www.unitedspayalliance.org/","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/a/7/9/5/a795a5dc01dbc474e5bbc093207a2619/Final_UWS.jpg","author":"United Spay Alliance","episode_count":33,"summary":"Welcome to United We Spay - the show dedicated to promoting affordable spay/neuter services across the USA and beyond. In each episode, we delve into the heart of a movement that's changing the lives of animals and communities for the better. Our mission is clear: build awareness, educate, and empower. In this podcast, we'll explore the inspiring stories and voices that drive the spay/neuter movement, all while keeping our eyes on the bigger picture. Hosted by Stacy LeBaron, our team at United Spay Alliance is here to make a difference by tackling the root causes of overpopulation, ensuring that every animal has the chance for a better life. Join us as we embark on a journey to address the problems and pain points faced by grassroots rescue and shelter workers, and the general public. We'll answer the three most common questions we receive, discuss the challenges of finding low-cost spay/neuter services, and explore strategies for recruiting more veterinarians to support these crucial efforts. What truly irks us is when the animal welfare space fixates on the symptoms of overpopulation, rather than focusing on prevention through spay/neuter. We believe it's time to change the conv…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-02T18:19:15.165816+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/united-we-spay-6721497"},"episode":{"title":"009: Empowering Veterinarians: Mastering High-Quality Spay Neuter Procedures with Dr. Becky Morrow","slug":"009-empowering-veterinarians-mastering-high-quality-spay-neuter-procedures-with-dr-becky-morrow","published_at":"2024-08-01T08:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/united-we-spay-6721497/009-empowering-veterinarians-mastering-high-quality-spay-neuter-procedures-with-dr-becky-morrow","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/united-we-spay-6721497","url":"https://0759aabc-07b2-466f-8bc4-9f829c391c44.libsyn.com/009-empowering-veterinarians-mastering-high-quality-spay-neuter-procedures-with-dr-becky-morrow","audio_url":"https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/0759aabc-07b2-466f-8bc4-9f829c391c44/UWS_Ep009_Master.mp3?dest-id=4225473","summary":"What if the key to transforming animal welfare was hidden in the precision and efficiency of high-volume spay-neuter services? On this episode of United We Spay, Stacy sits down with Dr. Becky Morrow, a shelter veterinarian, and professor, who shares her incredible journey from aspiring wildlife vet to founding Frankie's Friends Cat Rescue. Dr. Morrow opens up about her motivations and the hurdles she overcame in setting up a clinic dedicated to rescuing cats from cruelty cases. She passionately discusses how targeted trap-neuter-return programs save lives and significantly improve community health. We also debunk misconceptions about high-volume spay-neuter techniques, revealing their indispensable role in tackling overpopulation and reducing animal suffering. We also explore the innovative, collaborative veterinary system Dr. Morrow helped implement, which allows veterinarians from various locations to work together seamlessly. Learn about the online courses and hands-on clinic days designed to enhance veterinary skills and support public health initiatives. We touch on the urgent issue of burnout among veterinary professionals and how support from organizational boards can alleviate stress in nonprofit clinics. Discover the benefits of integrating high-volume spay-neuter practices in private clinics and the importance of spaying and neutering cats by five months old. Tune in for a conversation highlighting the power of high-quality spay-neuter services in animal welfare and public health. In this episode, you will hear: Dr. Becky Morrow's journey from aspiring wildlife vet to founding Frankie's Friends Cat Rescue The importance and impact of high-volume spay-neuter services on animal welfare and community health Debunking myths and misconceptions about high-volume s…","meta_description":"What if the key to transforming animal welfare was hidden in the precision and efficiency of high-volume spay-neuter services? 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