{"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":"018: Turning the Tide: Operational Efficiencies and Legislative Wins for South Carolina's Animals with Dawn Wilkinson","slug":"018-turning-the-tide-operational-efficiencies-and-legislative-wins-for-south-carolina-s-animals-with-dawn-wilkinson","published_at":"2025-05-01T08:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/united-we-spay-6721497/018-turning-the-tide-operational-efficiencies-and-legislative-wins-for-south-carolina-s-animals-with-dawn-wilkinson","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/united-we-spay-6721497","url":"https://0759aabc-07b2-466f-8bc4-9f829c391c44.libsyn.com/018-turning-the-tide-operational-efficiencies-and-legislative-wins-for-south-carolinas-animals-with-dawn-wilkinson","audio_url":"https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/0759aabc-07b2-466f-8bc4-9f829c391c44/UWS_Ep018_Master.mp3?dest-id=4225473","summary":"Dawn Wilkinson, the dynamic executive director of the Humane Society in South Carolina, joins us on this episode of United We Spay to share her inspiring journey from accounting and healthcare to animal welfare advocacy. Her leadership has been pivotal in transforming the organization by reducing costs and expanding programs to perform thousands of spay-neuter surgeries annually. Dawn's passion for ending animal cruelty and overpopulation shines as she discusses the importance of making these services accessible to more communities. We explore the financial strategies that are driving nonprofits toward greater efficiency and sustainability. Organizations can fulfill their fiduciary responsibilities while expanding their reach by treating nonprofit budgets like a business. Learn insightful techniques, such as optimizing salary expenses and leveraging inventory management, that have been game-changers for the Humane Society. The episode highlights how platforms like VetCve, along with strategic negotiations with suppliers, are helping to reduce expenses and improve services. Dawn also highlights the global impact of spay-neuter initiatives and their role in public health. With resources like UnitedSpayAlliance.org, we emphasize the importance of spreading awareness and education on this critical issue. As we continue to build a compassionate world for animals, we invite listeners to engage with our mission by sharing these insights, subscribing to future episodes, and reaching out for more information. Join us in this ongoing conversation about making a difference one spay-neuter surgery at a time. 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