{"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":"015: Advancing Veterinary Skills in Mexico: The Challenges of Specialization and Continuing Education with Blayra Maldonado Cabrera","slug":"015-advancing-veterinary-skills-in-mexico-the-challenges-of-specialization-and-continuing-education-with-blayra-maldonado-cabrera","published_at":"2025-02-06T09:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/united-we-spay-6721497/015-advancing-veterinary-skills-in-mexico-the-challenges-of-specialization-and-continuing-education-with-blayra-maldonado-cabrera","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/united-we-spay-6721497","url":"https://0759aabc-07b2-466f-8bc4-9f829c391c44.libsyn.com/015-advancing-veterinary-skills-in-mexico-the-challenges-of-specialization-and-continuing-education-with-blayra-maldonado-cabrera","audio_url":"https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/0759aabc-07b2-466f-8bc4-9f829c391c44/UWS_Ep015_Master.mp3?dest-id=4225473","summary":"On this episode of United We Spay, Dr. Blayra Maldonado Cabrera, a dedicated veterinarian from Mexico, shares her life-changing experiences in the spay-neuter services world. Dr. Maldonado's commitment to animal welfare blossomed through her work with a non-profit in Hermosillo and as a professor at the University of the Valley of Mexico. Her story powerfully demonstrates the impact of education and action in controlling canine and feline populations and improving public health. She illuminates the importance of these initiatives in creating healthier communities and invites listeners to join a compassionate movement to make a global impact on animal welfare. Explore the collaborative efforts driving the success of community-based spay-neuter campaigns. We highlight the educational benefits for veterinary students, the invaluable support from institutions such as the Animal Control Institute, and the growing trend of affordable surgeries offered by private practice vets. Dr. Maldonado discusses the role of organizations like Spay Mexico in training local vets and spreading essential skills across borders. This episode underscores the importance of uniting diverse fields to enhance health outcomes for both animals and people by fostering partnerships and embracing a One Health approach. In this episode, you will hear: Dr. Blayra Maldonado Cabrera's journey and commitment to global spay-neuter initiatives The role of education in controlling animal populations and improving public health Involvement of veterinary students in community-based campaigns for hands-on learning Collaborative efforts and partnerships in promoting One Health across various fields The impact of Spay Mexico in training and empowering local vets with essential surgical skills The importance of affo…","meta_description":"On this episode of United We Spay, Dr. Blayra Maldonado Cabrera, a dedicated veterinarian from Mexico, shares her life-changing experiences in the spay-ne…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2196,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/united-we-spay-6721497/episodes/015-advancing-veterinary-skills-in-mexico-the-challenges-of-specialization-and-continuing-education-with-blayra-maldonado-cabrera/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/united-we-spay-6721497/015-advancing-veterinary-skills-in-mexico-the-challenges-of-specialization-and-continuing-education-with-blayra-maldonado-cabrera.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}