{"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":"013: Ohio Animal Advocates' Journey with Vicki Deisner & Dan Spehar","slug":"013-ohio-animal-advocates-journey-with-vicki-deisner-dan-spehar","published_at":"2024-12-05T09:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/united-we-spay-6721497/013-ohio-animal-advocates-journey-with-vicki-deisner-dan-spehar","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/united-we-spay-6721497","url":"https://0759aabc-07b2-466f-8bc4-9f829c391c44.libsyn.com/013-ohio-animal-advocates-journey-with-vicki-deisner-dan-spehar","audio_url":"https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/0759aabc-07b2-466f-8bc4-9f829c391c44/UWS_Ep013_Master.mp3?dest-id=4225473","summary":"What if a simple procedure could transform your community's future of animal welfare? On this episode of United We Spay, Vicki Deisner from Ohio Animal Advocates and community cat management expert Dan Spehar address this question through the lens of affordable spay-neuter services. Their conversation with Stacy underscores these initiatives' critical role in managing overpopulation and fostering collaboration between citizens and local governments. Dan offers compelling insights into the humane effectiveness of trap-neuter-return (TNR) programs, highlighting the Together Initiative for Ohio's Community Cats as a successful model for stakeholder empowerment and local action. Explore the robust and impactful efforts of Ohio Animal Advocates in partnership with the United Spay Alliance as Vicki sheds light on the challenges and solutions in statewide animal welfare. From the complexities of reporting animal cruelty to the vital need for accessible spay-neuter services for larger breeds, the conversation examines real-world solutions, like Cheri Storms' program in Indiana and the AlterClinic led by Laura Groves in Ohio. These initiatives exemplify successful tri-state collaboration and expansion of veterinary capacity across Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky during challenging times. Hear stories of community empowerment and creative problem-solving, showcasing how individuals driven by passion can make a significant impact, even without prior experience or a substantial budget. Highlighting projects like Sunday spay-neuter clinics in Massachusetts and Riggi Rescue's efforts in New London, Ohio, we discuss practical strategies and resources available for those eager to start similar initiatives. 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