Podcasts about Cats Protection

Season three of your favourite feline podcast launches on Friday 25th April. Your host Adam Brown returns with lots more cat chat, lots more cat facts and lots more cat-loving celebrity guests. This season the team will be taking a deeper look into the life of cats. They'll be exploring their impact on us and our communities and what Cats Protection does to support cats and their humans. Plus, all the usual fun, cat voices and cat queries. Got a burning question about the cat in your life? Send it in to us now by emailing pod@cats.org.uk or leaving us a voice note on WhatsApp 07824 551 076. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Scottish government wants everyone to know it does not plan to ban cats. First Minister John Swinney was forced to issue the statement after a report by independent experts branded felines a threat to Scotland's wildlife and suggested "containment" measures be considered to reduce the damage. The Scottish Animal Welfare Commission said cats kill at least 700 million birds and other animals each year in the U.K. It advised the government to consider a range of measures, including keeping domestic cats indoors or on leashes, to protect endangered species such as Scottish wildcats. The report said "cat containment" measures could also include "restrictions on introducing cats to households in vulnerable areas"—interpreted by some as effectively a ban. The Scottish government said it would "fully consider" the recommendations. In a nation of animal lovers, the suggestions spawned alarming headlines. The Daily Mail reported: "Fury as households in Scotland could be banned from getting a pet cat." The Scottish Daily Express branded the idea a "madcap scheme." Swinney, who heads Scotland's semi-autonomous Edinburgh-based government, spoke to journalists to defend the administration's pro-feline credentials. "Let me just clear this up today," he said. "The government's not going to be banning cats or restricting cats. We've no intention of doing so and we will not be doing it." Cats Protection, the U.K.'s biggest cat charity, gave the idea of draconian containment measures short shrift, saying, "Pragmatic solutions like keeping cats indoors at dawn and dusk can balance the needs of domestic cats and wild animals." "Scotland is a nation of cat lovers," said Alice Palombo, the charity's advocacy and government relations officer for Scotland, with almost a quarter of households owning a feline pet. "Cats are great pets for all sorts of reasons, whether it's providing companionship for elderly people or those living alone, comfort for people with health conditions or helping children learn important lessons in caring for others," she said. "We believe everyone who is able to care for a cat should be able to enjoy these benefits." This article was provided by The Associated Press.

Cats Got Your Tongue? is back with a special bumper festive episode! Host Adam Brown is joined by BAFTA award-winning comedian, actress and writer, Ronni Ancona to discuss her two beloved cats, Tommy and Tootsie. Ronni learns that she is not the only one in denial about her cats getting older, treats the team to a few special voices and receives an early Christmas present from Cats Protection.Plus, behaviourist Nicky joins to discuss the rise in cat abandonment as part of the hugely important Cats Protection winter appeal and gives plenty of advice on how to keep your cats safe and happy this Christmas.We also hear how much cat owners are willing to spend on their cats at Christmas and the lengths they will go to for a seasonal treat. BBC Radio 2's Justine Greene, broadcaster and writer Samantha Renke, Iwan Carrington from Sort Your Life Out and comedian Desiree Burch share their opinions on feline festivities.All gifts featured can be bought from the Cats Protection shop cats.org.uk/gifts and for a last-minute surprise that really gives back how about a Craft for Cats kit? Everything needed to create personalised cat-themed tree baubles here: cats.org.uk/embroiderycraftCats Got Your Tongue? will be back for season three in 2025, so please keep sending in your questions and stories to pod@cats.org.uk or WhatsApp to 07824 551 076 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining Kathryn for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Sarah Elliott, Central Veterinary Officer at Cats Protection. In this episode, Kathryn and Sarah discuss how the non-profit and commercial veterinary industries differ. Sarah gives advice to women on how to be successful, including searching out mentors and career opportunities. Sarah recommends volunteering at vet charities and talks of her own experience and perseverance becoming a vet.

Slow-Burn Leadership: Why The Best Change Takes Time We chat with John May, CEO of Cats Protection Leading a charity with 1,000 staff and 10,000 volunteers requires a delicate balance of co-creation, patience, and cultural transformation. In this episode, John May shares insights from his role as Chief Executive of Cats Protection, discussing how to create lasting organisational change and foster meaningful partnerships between staff and volunteers. At the heart of our conversation with John are powerful insights about creating sustainable change in large organisations: The evolution of voluntary organisations and the need for new partnership models between paid staff and volunteers Why co-creation, rather than compromise, leads to better decision-making The importance of taking time to build lasting change rather than seeking quick wins How to embed values deeply into organisational culture rather than letting them become mere PowerPoint slides Supporting pet owners through the cost-of-living crisis while expanding reach from 157,000 to millions of cats John shares a refreshing perspective on leadership, emphasising that sustainable change often takes longer than we initially think and requires patience, gentle persuasion rather than imposition, and genuine co-creation with all stakeholders. Digital transformation isn't just about tech - it's about knowing when to build specialist teams, when to distribute expertise, and crucially, when your organisation is ready for change. Zoe and Paul also discuss what Trump's election win tells us about how leadership is changing.   Notes Cats Protection https://www.cats.org.uk/ News stories https://iandunt.substack.com/p/scattered-thoughts-on-the-worst-of  https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-musk-government-spending-audit-commission-b2607847.html Find out more about the upcoming changes to The Charity Digital Code of Practice. And please leave us a review if you enjoy what you hear! Editing and production - Syren Studios with Paul Thomas Music by Joseph McDade https://josephmcdade.com/music Full transcript of this episode (srt file) Full transcript of this episode (.txt file)   Transcripts are also available through your podcast app.    

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Maggie Roberts, In this episode, Anthony and Maggie discuss Maggie's journey from her early days in veterinary medicine, including her experiences in Malawi, to her significant role at Cats Protection. The conversation delves into the challenges of feral cat management, the importance of education in animal welfare, and the complexities of pet ownership. Maggie also discusses her new consultancy, Advovet, aimed at supporting animal charities and improving animal welfare practices. The episode highlights the need for pragmatism in veterinary care, particularly regarding euthanasia and the impact of anthropomorphism on pet care decisions. Find more about Advovet here Find Maggie's webinar with TWV here

Emma tells us about dealing with stray cats, the benefits of adopting older cats and caring for cats when fireworks are around.

Menopause Whist Black Season SEVEN Episode THREE! Our guest for Episode 3 of S7 is Ify Okoye. British Nigerian, Ify Okoye is a trained lawyer and a former policy adviser in the Home Office and Department for Education. She left the Civil Service last year to recover from Long Covid, having first contracted Covid in November 2021. Ify has caring responsibilities for her elderly mother and is currently cat fostering as part of Cats Protection's Lifeline scheme. During the course of her treatment for Long Covid, Ify was diagnosed last year as being autistic. Ify has a passion for cats, the works of Jean Claude van Damme, films and music from the 1980s and 90s, and she has recently discovered the joys of crochet. In this clip Ify talks about the immense value of self trust. During this episode we talk about a wide range of topics including: > Long Covid. Impact and recovery > Coming to terms with her autism diagnosis. > The overlap between long covid and peri-menopause symptoms. > Grief and loss - around career, health, motherhood and self > The importance of her faith. > Learning to 'be' instead of doing... ...and so much more. This episode touches some topics that some may find difficult or upsetting. Pace yourself. Reach out here or to others. Know that you are never alone.  CONNECT Ify does not 'do' social media but is happy to speak to others about topics that resonate via email ifster35@gmail.com Please be kind. SHOW NOTES Psychologist: Adriana Coelho - Body Mind Healthcare Clinic Yoga for Life project - online community for Long Covid (restorative yoga):  East Barnet Health Centre - Covid Clinic Magnesium Glycinate Ayurvedic Massage Moringa benefits for menopause Raynauds disease Gingko Biloba Otter Craft Studio in Wood Green The Year of Yes - Shonda Rhymes This episode is available to watch on YouTube and listen on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon and beyond. Should Ify's words resonate please share this episode with those who may need to hear our conversations. And leave a comment and/or glowing review on your chosen platform! They really make a difference to our reach!  If you love this podcast please support us by following Menopause Whilst Black on Facebook and Instagram, leaving a glowing wordy review on any platform and like, subscribe and comment on YouTube. Please keep talking about menopause amongst your family, friends and work colleagues of all genders. Together we will break this taboo and ensure that every person gets the menopause care they need.  Jiggle your bits to our Spotify playlist. Join our mailing list. Email the show: thekarenarthur@mail.com Karen Arthur is a broadcaster, artist, author and menopause activist.  She is host of bi-weekly weekend radio show on Golddust radio 'Can We Talk'. Karen  hosts The Joy Retreat Barbados, the worlds first retreat for Black women in any stage of menopause. Bookings for April/May 2025 open shortly. Email thekarenarthur@mail.com  Karens first childrens book, 'Grandmas Locs', illustrated by Camilla Ru, on celebrating natural Black hair through the relationship between a grandmother and her grandson, will be published by Tate publishing on 24th October 2024. Preorders open. New episodes miraculously* appear on Wednesdays. *thanks to the invaluable work of @beyongolia and @yaa___studio who are bloody amazing. #MenopauseWhilstBlack *we recognise that inclusive language is important in ensuring that ALL who experience menopause are seen and heard. The term women is used whilst mindful of this.  

In what is now becoming an end of season tradition, Adam talks to practicing vet and TikTok sensation, Dr Ben Simpson-Vernon, to help tackle some of your cat questions and queries. Dr Ben talks of his own relationship with cats, the common welfare issues he experiences in practice, pet welfare on social media and how he is looking forward to being on the Cat of the Year judging panel for the 2024 National Cat Awards. Plus, Cats Protection behaviourist Nicky joins to discuss a range of your Cats' Tales including; winning the affection of your cat, whether you should make your own cat food and if a missing tail affects a cat in any way. Thank you to everyone who has listened to season two of Cats Got Your Tongue?. Please keep sending in your questions and stories to pod@cats.org.uk or WhatsApp to 07824 551 076 and keep an ear open for our festive Christmas special coming this December… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Adam is very pleased to welcome a legend to Cats Got Your Tongue?, the comedian, author and TV personality, Bob Mortimer! Bob chats about life with his cat Goodmonson, his pride at having such a handsome cat and the inspiration behind his famous surreal cat names. Plus, he reflects on the many cats he has had throughout his life. And joining the team for this very special episode is Alison Richards, Cats Protection head vet, to discuss Bob's query about cats peeing indoors, a question about brushing your pet's teeth and how cats keep us positive when things get tough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Adam talks to best-selling author, Jane Fallon, about her cat, Pickle, who has now become a bit of a celebrity in her own right! Jane tells us how many days Pickle has gone without a ‘food-related theft incident', why animal welfare is so important to her and who gets the most attention in her household. Plus, Nicky answers a question on fostering overlaps and the team discuss the meaning of life for a cat and Lifeline, the Cats Protection specialist service for cat owners fleeing domestic abuse. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode five sees Adam chat to writer, TV Presenter and confirmed Cat Lady Dawn O'Porter, about her two rescue cats, Myrtle and Boo. Dawn, who presents the National Cat Awards for Cats Protection, discusses why cats will always be by her side, the war against the ‘crazy cat lady' stereotype and opens up about her experiences of grief for Lilu, her cat of 16 years. And Nicky is on hand to answer more of your Cats' Tales, including a question asking if cats have belly buttons! Cats Got Your Tongue? returns on 9th August with the rest of Season Two. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cats Got Your Tongue? is back! Season two of the podcast that celebrates all things feline returns this June, with loads more cat-loving celebrity guests ready to talk about life with their pet and maybe reveal their special cat voice…Host, radio presenter and self-confessed cat obsessive Adam Brown, returns, alongside animal behaviour expert Nicky Trevorrow, ready to answer all those cat queries and address those adorable feline quirks. Season two of Cats Got Your Tongue?, in association with the UK's leading cat welfare charity Cats Protection, features fantastic new guests including: Dawn O'Porter, Jane Fallon, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, Giles Coren and more… If you have any questions or cats' tales for Adam and Nicky to discuss you can WhatsApp a voice note or message to: 07824 551 076 or email pod@cats.org.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In this episode, we speak to Stefan Blakiston Moore and Madison Rogers from the national charity, Cats Protection about their work advocating for cats in law and policy, alongside their education and welfare programmes. Drawing upon the 'Cats and Their Stats 2023' report, published by the charity, we learn about the current welfare landscape for cats and the needs and challenges faced by their keepers. We cover the rise of selective breeding and unethical importation of cats into the UK, the trend in pedigree cat ownership, new mandatory microchipping of cats, coming into force in June 2024, the renters market and much more.

In this episode Adam and Nicky chat to champion ice-skater Frankie and former England goalkeeper David Seaman about their love of cats. The couple live with Smokey and Willow but also volunteer for their local Cats Protection centre by fostering litters and pregnant cats, to prepare them for rehoming. The team chat about the importance of volunteering and how to buy or adopt a cat safely. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Imagine unlocking the secret language of your beloved feline through artificial intelligence. This episode brings that intriguing concept to the table with insights from resident cat behaviourist Clare Hemmington. Claire enlightens us on how our cats adapt to colder months and the significance of giving them autonomy. We also delve into the realm of nighttime safety.Festive seasons can be exciting for us, but it can also confuse our pets. We bring a word of caution on overindulging ourcats with human food, highlighting the need for moderation. You can get tips on introducing your pet to new items like scratching posts or beds, and hear our thoughts on the changing trends in cat ownership in the UK based on a report by Cats Protection. We look at the ease of procuring a cat and argue for a more stringent process to encourage responsible pet ownership.The final part of our episode takes an artistic twist, introducing our segment "Cat Sculpture of the Fortnight". We end the episode with a heart-warming fictional 'bedtime' tale that will leave all cat lovers feeling warm inside. So, buckle up and join us on this grand exploration of cats, art, and technology!Support the show

Welcome to a very special Vet Times podcast - our 100th episode. The episode's host, Vet Times editor James Westgate, said: “I'd like to take this chance to thank you guys for listening over the years and helping us to reach this magnificent milestone . “To mark the occasion, we decided to do something a little bit different and a little bit special, so we're delving into the world of contextualised veterinary care – and to help us do that, we have assembled a panel of some of the leading vets in the charity sector.” Joining us in this episode are Alison Thomas, head of veterinary services at Blue Cross; RSPCA chief veterinary office Caroline Allen; Steve Howard, head of clinical services at PDSA; Dogs Trust deputy director Runa Hanaghan; and Maggie Roberts, director of feline welfare at Cats Protection. Image © pixstocker / Depositphotos.com

This week we're delighted to be joined by Jacky Eyes, a retired Doctor of philosophy, human medicine nurse and current long-standing volunteer for Cats Protection.In this episode, we dive deep into Jacky's career, which began when she fearlessly embarked on her nurse training at the young age of 17. She takes us on a captivating journey through the various positions she held and reveals how she gracefully transitioned her career into leadership development.Jacky opens up about her observations on how the NHS has evolved over the years and the profound impact she believes it has had on shaping people's perceptions regarding the cost of veterinary pet care.Retirement hasn't slowed Jacky down one bit! As a volunteer branch coordinator for an impressive 15 years at Cats Protection, she has dedicated her time and energy to making a real difference in the lives of countless feline friends. Tune in as Jacky explains the aims of this incredible charity, the primary reasons why cats are rehomed, and how she found herself in such a pivotal role.But that's not all—Jacky's responsibilities extend beyond branch coordination. She also oversees the adoption process within her branch and shares fascinating insights into how it has evolved since the pandemic hit. Want to know more about why people choose to foster cats for charity? Well, Jacky spills the beans and even offers valuable information on how you can get involved if it piques your interest.Prepare yourself for a shocking tale of the havoc unneutered cats can wreak within a community. Jacky recounts an extreme example of what happens when things go wrong and how Cats Protection steps in to deal with such cases. Let's just say, it involves over 50 cats creating a rather messy situation on one residential street!You won't want to miss Jacky's fantastic 60-second CPD entitled 'If there's only one thing you know about change, make sure it's this.' Get ready to be inspired as she imparts valuable wisdom on understanding change and the intricate process it entails. And as a bonus, she leaves us with not one, but two thought-provoking reflective questions to ponder upon.Support the show

They're traditionally thought of as aloof, disloyal and selfish. But if Willow's story is to be believed, cats can be just as emotionally attuned as dogs. “She actually did save my life, because I wouldn't be here otherwise. I wouldn't have been here if it weren't for her,” says Amanda Jameson, who suffers from diabetes and owns Willow along with her partner Ray. Amanda suffers from diabetes and Crohn's Disease. One night she fell unconscious in bed, and Ray, who was downstairs watching TV, was completely unaware, until Willow stepped in and began to bite Ray's hands. "I got up, as you do, walked to the door, and as I got to the door, Willow ran about halfway up, three-quarters, and she kept looking back at me and at the stairs, so I followed her, when I turned the corner she ran in, jumped on the bed, and I saw Amanda was slumped over. And she was unresponsive," demonstrates Ray, reconstructing his journey up the stairs. Considering cats are not often traditionally thought of as altruistic, how unusual is Willow's behavior? "So we do often see a change in their behavior, particularly when they're after something. So it's not uncommon that cats will escalate that kind of behavior into biting. And it is something that just needs to be managed in the house. But in this case, it did really help to save a mother's life, which is amazing," says Sammie Ravenscroft a Regional Behaviour Officer at Cats Protection. Adopted as a stray cat, if she wins the prize, Willow may turn out to be an orphan who made it good. "I love her more than ever, I can't thank her enough, and she is the world to me," says Amanda. This article was provided by The Associated Press.

Join us as we sit down with John May, Chief Executive of Cats Protection, one of the largest animal welfare organizations in the UK. Our conversation focuses on the power of volunteering and its evolution in today's world. Whether you're a people person or prefer the company of animals, whether you have a lot of time or just a little, there's likely a volunteering role out there for you. Drawing on his extensive experience as the former Secretary General of the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award Foundation, John shares his insights into how volunteering can transform lives and improve our world. Don't miss this inspiring episode where we learn about the incredible work of Cats Protection and how anyone can make a difference through volunteering. Thank you for downloading this episode of the Do One Better Podcast. Visit our Knowledge Hub at Lidji.org for information on 200+ case studies and interviews with remarkable leaders in philanthropy, sustainability and social entrepreneurship.   

The Third Sector team looks back at the top stories of the year in a special festive episode.Acting editor Andy Ricketts is joined by reporters Lucinda Rouse, Russ Hargrave and Alina Martin to discuss the top stories from the voluntary sector in 2022.Lucinda provides a rapid round-up of the year's charity news before the team discusses their picks in greater depth. These include sexual harassment in fundraising, the publicity around transgender youth support charity Mermaids and overcrowding in the senior ranks of Cats Protection.They also identify recurring trends in the sector's news, from growing attention on instances of racism to governance problems catching up with charities, as well as the increasing use of social media and user-generated content in fundraising.In lighter news, the team recalls highlights from the Good News Bulletin, from the world's biggest vampire gathering at Whitby Abbey, organised by English Heritage, to an update on Patrick the miniature therapy pony, who has released a Christmas single.Tell us what you think of the Third Sector podcast! Please take five minutes to let us know how we can bring you the most relevant, useful content. To fill in the survey, click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Diabetes mellitus can present more of a challenge in cats due to difficulties handling, investigating and handling the patient, but with the right approach it is possible to return a cat to normal blood glucose levels. In this edition of the Vet Times Podcast, we hear from Kit Sturgess about managing this condition. He has written the article “Diabetes mellitus in cats – a case-based approach”, which was in Vet Times (Volume 52, Issue 47, Pages 6-9). It is online at vettimes.co.uk (https://www.vettimes.co.uk/article/diabetes-mellitus-in-cats-a-case-based-approach/) _________________________

Hey gamers! This week, Spencer and Jamie play everyone's favorite kitty cat game -- BlueTwelve and Annapurrna Interactive's blockbuster cat adventure platformer, STRAY! Also, because she's an overachiever, Jamie somehow finds some time to chat about INTERIOR/NIGHT and Xbox Game Studios' experimental interactive narrative game As Dusk Falls. Then we're joined by two of the fine folks at Achimostawinan Games: Art Lead and Character Designer Sadekaronhes Esquivel, and Founder, Owner, and Lead Game Designer Meagan Byrne! We loved our convo with Sade and Meagan on the world of their forthcoming game Hill Agency: PURITYdecay, and we're sure you will too! CORRECTION NOTE: This episode was recorded prior to the announcement that Hill Agency has been delayed to Fall 2022. The release date mentioned within the episode is no longer accurate. https://my.captivate.fm/8:27 (8:27) - Are y'all watching The Bear on Hulu? https://my.captivate.fm/14:18 (14:18) - Stray discussion https://my.captivate.fm/32:39 (32:39) - As Dusk Falls discussion https://my.captivate.fm/51:00 (51:00) - Interview with Achimo Games Follow Achimo Games: https://achimogames.ca/ Wishlist Hill Agency on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1358370/Hill_Agency_PURITYdecay/ Side Quest cats.org.uk/support-us/pawsome-players From humble beginnings in 1927, Cats Protection has grown to become the UK's leading cat charity. We help an estimated 166,000 cats and kittens a year through our national network which includes around 210 volunteer-run branches and 34 centres. At Cats Protection, we're working hard to improve the lives of cats. We offer cat adoption, rehoming and neutering assistance as well as help and advice to cat owners and cat lovers. As a leading animal welfare charity, our vision is a world where every cat is treated with kindness. You can visit their website to sign up to be a Pawsome Player and stream with the goal of raising money for homeless cats. If youre a first time streamer, no problem! Cats Protection will set you up with a fundraising pack, tips to support your event and great social media graphics via email to help with your fundraising. About Pixel Therapy New episodes every three weeks! Learn more at pixeltherapypod.com or follow us on social media (we're most active on Twitter!) @pixeltherapypod. We're proud members of the But Why Tho? Podcast Network: visit ButWhyThoPodcast.com for everything pop culture in an inclusive geek community! If you like what you hear, please take a moment to rate us, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts (or your listening app of choice) and subscribe! Want more? Unlock monthly bonus episodes for $2/mo at patreon.com/pixeltherapypod

Cats protection in Ryde need cat foster homes. Dave & Rachel have all the information you need. More details at www.cats.org.uk/isleofwight

Stray is a third-person cat adventure game set amidst the detailed, neon-lit alleys of a decaying cybercity and the murky environments of its seedy underbelly. Roam surroundings high and low, defend against unforeseen threats and solve the mysteries of this unwelcoming place inhabited by curious droids and dangerous creatures.QuipScope is where we provide our thoughts and impressions while discussing how we're getting on with the latest video game releases. This time, Stray!Our thanks to Cats Protection for supplying review code.#Stray #AnnapurnaInteractive #Playstation--------------------------Subscribe for more wonderful video game content from Ben Potter, Peter Austin, and Ashton Matthews!TripleJump provides video coverage of video games - including top ten lists featuring current gen platforms (PS4 & PS5, Xbox One & Xbox Series X/Xbox Series S, Nintendo Switch and PC), retro consoles (PlayStation, Nintendo, Xbox and Sega), as well as Worst Games Ever, video game challenges, launch games videos, first impressions, podcasts, livestreams and much, much more.Careers, contacts, and more information can be found on our website: http://tripleju.mp⇨ Patreon: https://Patreon.com/TeamTripleJump⇨ Twitch: https://Twitch.tv/TeamTripleJump⇨ Merchandise: https://triplejumpshop.com/⇨ Cameo: http://www.tripleju.mp/cameo/⇨ Livestream VODs: http://tripleju.mp/vods⇨ Podcast: https://play.acast.com/s/triplejump⇨ Twitter: https://Twitter.com/TeamTripleJump⇨ Facebook: https://Facebook.com/TeamTripleJump⇨ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@teamtriplejump⇨ Discord: http://Bit.ly/TeamTripleJumpFollow the team on social media:• Ben: http://www.twitter.com/Confused_Dude & Confused_Dude on PSN• Peter: http://www.twitter.com/ThatPeterAustin & https://instagram.com/ThatPeterAustin• Ashton: http://www.twitter.com/ScrambledAshton & https://instagram.com/ScrambledAshtonFollow our friends!• Billy Ray Walrus: https://twitter.com/BillyRayBotrus• Rules Boss: https://twitter.com/ThisIsRulesBoss• Barbara Pis: https://twitter.com/pis_barbaraThe TripleJump Podcast is hosted by Acast, but available on Spotify, iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, and more!Acast: https://play.acast.com/s/triplejump See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Our guest this week is Nathalie Dowgray, the Head of ISFM at International Cat Care!   Nathalie graduated from Massey University, New Zealand in 2002, is a Member of the Australian New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists in Feline Medicine and holds a post-graduate diploma in international animal welfare ethics and law and a PhD in feline ageing. We discuss the difficulties of differentiating between pets and pests,  how some pests affect native birds in New Zealand and Nathalie's hope for more humane pest control and better animal rights worldwide.  She shares her experience of studying and graduating from Massey University, and the various jobs she has held over the years, including her time at Cats Protection where they provide short-term accommodation for pets of people escaping abusive situations and her more recent work at a neuter clinic in Portugal. Nathalie joined International Cat Care as Head of ISFM in August 2020.  She explains what the ISFM is, how they help both veterinary professionals and the general public and their transition to a digital platform in the near future. Lastly, Nathalie delivers a wonderful 60-Second CPD about welcoming a cat into your consult room!Support the show

The internet loves cat videos. But 'funny' cat videos have become more sinister with an animal charity Cats Protection warning some cat owners exploiting and provoking their felines in an attempt to become famous and make the videos go viral. The West Live producer Shannon Beven has the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you manage your finances? Wendy Thomson, owner of My Three Cats, spent over 20 years as an accountant. She credits her background with her ability to get her business off the ground quickly during Covid. She joins the show today to share her experience of growing quickly, why we need to understand our finances, and why she decided to start a cat only business. She also shares what she looks for in a good hire for business. Topics on this episode: * Why finances are important * Understanding your income * Why go cat only? * Hiring strong team members Main take away? Pursue areas where you have experience in, so you could be more confident in your ability. About our guest: Wendy has lived with cats since childhood and has never been without one or more in her family. At age 13 she volunteered for the Cats Protection in Warrington where she cleaned out pens and helped to feed abandoned kittens. She adopted two cats of her own - Clarence and Alabama - in 1996 and has since owned cats of every temperament and age, from tiny kittens to old ladies, and loved each one with the same passion and care. During one particular two-week holiday she put her cats in a local cattery. In those pre-mobile/pre-internet days Wendy had no contact with the cattery during this time and spent much of her holiday worrying about them and missing them. The cattery was lovely and cared well for them, but on her return her cats were thin, anxious and timid due to the stress of being away from home. They hadn't eaten very much and had been withdrawn during their stay. Once home it took them several days to trust Wendy enough to settle back into their routine. She couldn't bear to move them out of their home again and from then on relied on friends and family to feed the cats at home when she went away. Wendy began cat-sitting in 2016 and her service soon became incredibly popular. Each new client said that their cats were so much happier staying at home, and less stressed and anxious when they went away. Wendy's friendly, caring nature and her life-long passion for cats continued to attract cat-owners following recommendations from others and the business grew from strength to strength. By 2019 Wendy was at full capacity and still the bookings were coming in. Determined to look after as many cats as possible she decided to recruit a small team to help offer cat-sitting services to a larger area. Wendy now works with her amazing team to care for cats across the whole of Warrington. All team members have been carefully chosen and are all cat-owners themselves, fully insured and vetted, with an abundance of feline experience. She is passionate about both the physical and emotional care of all cats and understands their need for routine and independence. My Three Cats has an exceptional 5 Star record and all the feedback they receive tells them that the cats they care for are much happier staying at home when their owners are away. Owners return to find their cats calm, relaxed and happy (They often wonder if they've even missed them!) Wendy lives with her partner and children in Thelwall, with their cats Coco, Billie, Ronnie & Reggie. Links: hello@mythreecats.co.uk Website: www.mythreecats.co.uk Facebook: www.facebook.com/MyThreeCatsWarrington Instagram: www.instagram.com/mythreecatswarrington/ Give us a call! (636) 364-8260 Follow us on: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/petsitterconfessional/), Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/petsitterconfessional/), Twitter (https://twitter.com/psconfessional) Email us at: feedback@petsitterconfessional.com (mailto:feedback@petsitterconfessional.com) Full show notes and transcript (https://www.petsitterconfessional.com/episodes/285)

This week Rebecca and Emily chat to the chief executive of Getting On Board, Penny Wilson about the questions thrown up by the resignation of the interim chief executive of Cats Protection over the number of cats the chair had in her flat. They discuss trustee codes of conduct and the role of conflict in a healthy board.And Rebecca is joined by Alina for the week's Good News Bulletin. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Have you been scammed by a misleading image of a kitten which you just couldn't resist - only to find it looked drastically different when you collected the wee thing? Cats Protection warns against buying kittens online through unlicensed or unregistered sellers who are offering them for sale at an age too young to be separated from their mothers. Action Fraud has also reported a huge spike in instances of cat and kitten fraud. Data reveals that in the 2020/21 financial year there were over 6 times more reports of fraud than in the previous year (1,146 vs 190). Cats Protection's tips for purchasing a kitten include: see the kittens in their home with their mother find out as much as possible about the seller prior to purchase (is he licensed or registered with a local authority?) think about adopting a kitten instead of purchasing November 2021

A two-month campaign by the BVNA is aiming to create a better environment for – and a better understanding of – the challenges faced by veterinary nurses who suffer from a chronic illness or condition. The campaign is being led by BVNA junior vice-president Alex Taylor, who joined the VN Times Podcast to discuss its objectives – chief of which is the creation of a digital toolkit to support VNs, and help practices in developing protocols and supporting their staff. BIOGRAPHY Alex Taylor qualified as a nurse in 1997 and has worked in both first opinion and referral practice. She is especially interested in feline nursing and has completed the International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM) feline nursing certificate and diploma, as well as the ISFM Advanced Certificate in Feline Behaviour. Alex works as a locum RVN and runs her own company, The Cat Nurse, where she offers CPD about feline nursing and behaviour. She also volunteers for her local Cats Protection branch. A BVNA council member since October 2018, Alex is 2020-21 junior vice-president and will become president at BVNA Congress in October.

A two-month campaign by the BVNA is aiming to create a better environment for – and a better understanding of – the challenges faced by veterinary nurses who suffer from a chronic illness or condition. The campaign is being led by BVNA junior vice-president Alex Taylor, who joined the VN Times Podcast to discuss its objectives – chief of which is the creation of a digital toolkit to support VNs, and help practices in developing protocols and supporting their staff. BIOGRAPHY Alex Taylor qualified as a nurse in 1997 and has worked in both first opinion and referral practice. She is especially interested in feline nursing and has completed the International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM) feline nursing certificate and diploma, as well as the ISFM Advanced Certificate in Feline Behaviour. Alex works as a locum RVN and runs her own company, The Cat Nurse, where she offers CPD about feline nursing and behaviour. She also volunteers for her local Cats Protection branch. A BVNA council member since October 2018, Alex is 2020-21 junior vice-president and will become president at BVNA Congress in October.

TOP TIPS for our feline friends during Sun Awareness Week - 3 to 9 May! Cats Protection are highlighting the dangers and providing tips on how to protect our feline friends during Sun Awareness Week, 3 - 9 May 2021. Dr Sarah Elliott, Cats Protection Central Veterinary Officer, provides TOP TIPS on protecting your cat and avoiding huge health risks. Cats can suffer from severe skin damage due to over-exposure to the sun. Simple remedies include: keeping your cat indoors when the sun is at its hottest seek the advice of your vet regarding a suitable sunscreen for your cat and kittens provide plenty of shade when your cat is outdoors avoid the risk of dehydration by providing an outdoors water bowl Says Sarah, "Cats are notorious for their love of lounging around in the sun but, just as with humans, this can be a very dangerous activity when the sun is at its hottest." Pale-coloured cats are particularly at risk. Damage may take a few years to become visible. Once early stages of cancer set in, cats require urgent veterinary treatment to prevent spreading. Follow Cats Protection simple steps to protect your pets from the sun. We think they're the cat's whiskers! May 2021

Recorded for release w/c 5th April 2021 This week Ewan Baggott of EABskills chats about EABskills Freestyle Academy, Frankie and David Seaman talk about the work of Cats Protection, Lottie from Bake off talks about love and Bumble, we hear from Dudley Mind, Rach Chadwick of Funtime Theatre lets us know about Fairy Flo's latest book and we have music from Reed Waddle.

We're raising money for Cats Protection in this 1980s Stranger Things Curse of Strahd adventure! Our characters transform into teenagers in a small Amerieuropean town and must escape teachers, rules and v-v-v-vampires to find all the missing cats! Love cats? Want to protect them? Please donate to Cats Protection here: https://tiltify.com/cats-protection/pawsome-players-kitten-appeal Support the High Rollers and get early access to podcast episodes (and more) on our Patreon: www.patreon.com/HighRollers Music courtesy of Epidemic Sound.

It's Mother's Day this coming Sunday. The influx of flowers coming into many households could be fatal to our pets! Around 6 in 10 UK adults are unaware that lilies can be fatal to cats if they ingest them. Feline welfare charity Cats Protection has undertaken research to find out how little is known about plant poisoning. Join me and Madison Rogers, Senior Advocacy & Government Relations Officer to find out how to keep our feline friends safe. 12 March 2021

Welcome to another episode of the  Tech For Good Live podcast. We’re officially in March 2021. The main difference between March 2020 and March 2021 is… well… the spelling.  Here in Britain though, March means it’s time to fill up the paddling pool and get the BBQ going, all because it’s a whopping 10ºC In this episode we are discussing social media a whole lot! Facebook has finally reached a lawsuit settlement after 6 years. Will we be “super following” each other on Twitter soon? And are we all suffering from “Zoom fatigue”? Host Bex is joined by TFGL team members Greg Ashton and Kristiana Zunde  Our special guest this week is Emily Casson. Emily is a multi-award-winning fundraiser, digital expert, and speaker. She is currently Digital Marketing Manager at Cats Protection and was named one of Fundraising Magazine’s Top 25 fundraisers under 35 in 2018. This week’s topics: Stat of the week Facebook privacy lawsuit over facial recognition becomes one of the biggest settlements ever leading to $650 million. CNET Charity news of the week There’s a new call for charities to be exempt from Insurance Premium Tax. - UK Fundraising Tech news of the week Twitter has announced new upcoming features. Sky News Are we all suffering from Zoom fatigue? Probably. FT Rant of the week Thoughts/experiences on being asked to work for free as a woman? - i  And finally…  The love for your pets can be turned into someone else’s business. BBC ---------------------------- Listeners, what did you think? We’d love to hear your thoughts.  Get in touch on twitter @techforgoodlive or Email at hello@techforgood.live  We’d love it if you gave us a nice iTunes review and told your pals about this podcast! Thanks to podcast.co for hosting our podcast.  If you’d like to be thanked on the podcast for giving us some cash, contact us on hello@techforgood.live. I promise we’ll spend it on transcription and not on kittens.

2020 was an exceptionally challenging year for charities in the UK, but it proved that the sector is versatile and resilient, ready to meet the demands of the moment. 2021 will be another challenging year, even with the easing of social distancing restrictions. The Charity Digital podcast discusses, among other things, how to connect with supporters on a personal level, how to make the most of the tools that charities have at their disposal, and how to review and improve existing campaigns. Customer Service Manager and host, Raabia Fazil, is joined by Emily Casson (Digital Marketing Manager at Cats Protection), Samantha Doe (Digital Engagement Lead at Action for Children), and Matt Collins (Managing Director at Platypus Digital).

Bugün "Uluslararası Kediler Günü", sahipsiz ve bakıma muhtaç kedilere dikkat çekmek, farkındalık yaratmak amacıyla Uluslararası Hayvanları Koruma Vakfı tarafından belirlenen günün yanı sıra birde "Cats Protection" tarafından belirlenen "Kara Kediler Günü" var. İyi dinlemeler.

Zara chats to Nicky Trevorrow, who is Behaviour Manager for Cats Protection. They discuss the process of adopting a cat from the charity and also behaviour and welfare issues including microchipping, obesity and tips on training your cat and why it can be helpful. This episode is proudly supported by YuMOVE.Cats Protection Resources'Hands Free Homing' processhttps://www.cats.org.uk/help-and-advice/coronavirus/hands-free-homingKozel's Christmashttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YRx3sgnf9vA&t=13s'Purrfect Landlords' campaignhttps://www.cats.org.uk/what-we-do/campaigning/purrfectlandlords/private-landlordsKitten socialisation information and free sounds downloadhttps://www.cats.org.uk/help-and-advice/pregnancy-and-kitten-care/kitten-socialisationHow to play with your cathttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AsLMsu4ViL8&t=1sHow to make feeding time funhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k1s5hmbfCSI&t=4s Behaviour guides series including litter trays check list https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUHEWrbGbaE&list=PLBmJH1dUsndgwuLNDJ2MnJodgv9SnOWAF&index=5 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Joining Ben for today's episode is Daniel Cummings, Cats Protection's Behaviour Officer. Ben and Daniel talk about the fascinating topic of cat behaviour, how much we currently understand, advice on getting to know your cat, and what we can do to ensure we provide a safe environment for our feline friends. Tickets for the Feline Behaviour Conference: https://www.thewebinarvet.com/pages/feline-behaviour-conference-cats-protection-tickets/

This week Michelle speaks with Rose Stanton, an area manager of a veterinarian clinic and she's a huge animal lover. But she has a special connection with cats, it seems wherever Rose goes cats follow her. In this episode, we discuss the realities of getting a kitten or cat during the current lockdown period. Why a simple thank you to your vet can go along way and how to help a street/stray cat if you ever come across one. Rose is a lover of greek islands, which are famously known as the cat islands. But even on holiday, Rose finds the time to give some kitty TLC. She is a cat mum to a handsome white tabby called Ollie or as Rose refers to him, her shadow. She also recently adopted a small little rescue kitten called Dora, with the wonderful Cats Protection non-profit organisation. She is also a keen gardener and grows lots of veggies and making wonderful dishes with them. If you want to find out more about adopting a kitten please visit https://www.catsprotectionshop.co.uk/ If you have any questions for Rose you can find her @xxrcsxx on Instagram. Join Michelle for weekly episodes as she invites guest speakers from coaches, personal trainers, yogis, business owners, creatives, and more to discuss their personal success stories and well-being. Oh, and of course CATS. All of our guests are cat owners and have such amazing stories about their beloved pets. So whether you want to start a journey of wellness, listen to inspirational stories about life and cats, we are the place to be. You can follow Michelle on Instagram and Facebook @Chattycatscare. As always please do rate, review, and subscribe

If you’ve realised how crucial digital fundraising is during the pandemic, and you’re searching for ideas or just reassurance about what to do, I hope you will find this episode really helpful. In it, you will hear the second half of my recent interview with the brilliant (and award-winning) Emily Casson, digital marketing manager at Cats Protection. In today’s episode Emily talks about practical tactics to increase donations through your website; working with streamers and on-line influencers and ideas to help you to successfully innovate during these turbulent times. If you’d like more powerful strategies to help you raise funds during the pandemic, then do check out my new free E-book: Power Through The Pandemic – Seven ways to raise money with major donors, corporates and trusts, even now. You can download it for FREE here: brightspotfundraising.co.uk/power If you found Episode 27 helpful, please do subscribe today, so you won’t miss out on all the other episodes we’re making. Note, if you enjoyed this one, I highly recommend you also listen to episodes 25, 15 and 16, also with Emily. If you want to share this on social media, THANK YOU SO MUCH for spreading the word, which helps us help more charities to survive this difficult year. And Emily and I would love to hear from you – we’re both on Linked In, and on twitter Emily is @EmilyCasson and I’m @woods_rob.

As most people have spent more time looking at their phones and tablets than ever before in recent months, digital fundraising has become more important than ever. If you’re a regular listener to this podcast, you’re probably already aware of the phenomenal track record achieved by Cats Protection in digital fundraising over the last few years, and Emily Casson’s down to earth approach which has helped achieve it. Emily is the charities’ Digital Marketing Manager and in episodes 15 and 16, she explained the strategies that have helped continue to grow, winning awards along the way. Her over-arching approach is ‘think big, start small, scale quickly or fail fast.’ This philosophy has continued to generate results during the last few months. So in this episode, I sought Emily’s advice on what charities of any size can be doing in terms of digital fundraising during the pandemic. Emily shared her advice on a range of topics, including Facebook advertising – in April her charity saw total donations quadruple in this area – as well as email and Facebook Lives. If you’d like more powerful strategies to help you raise funds during the pandemic, then do check out my new free E-book: Power Through The Pandemic – Seven ways to raise high value income, even now. You can download it for FREE here: brightspotfundraising.co.uk/power If you found Episode 25 helpful, please do subscribe today, so you won’t miss out on all the other episodes we’ve got lined up; and also, I’d be really grateful if you could take a moment to share it on with your colleagues or on social media. Thank you! If you want to get in touch, Emily and I would love to hear from you – we’re both on Linked In, and on twitter Emily is @EmilyCasson and I’m @woods_rob.

In this special panel episode we were joined by Emily Casson from Cats Protection, Marina Jones from the Royal Opera House and Jonathan Andrews, founder of Remarkable Partnerships. We discussed in some depth the challenges facing digital, trusts and foundations and corporate fundraising during the global pandemic. Follow Emily on Twitter: https://twitter.com/EmilyCasson Follow Marina on Twitter: https://twitter.com/meenamtj Follow Jonathan on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PartnershipsHQ

As the influence of digital technology on our lives continues to grow, it clearly represents an important opportunity for any charity. But with so much rapid change and pitfalls to beware, taking advantage is far from easy. In this episode of the Fundraising Bright Spots podcast, Rob Woods talks to Emily Casson, the award-winning Digital Marketing Manager at Cats Protection. Emily explains her over-arching approach (and team motto) and shows why this belief system is so fundamental to her team’s success. It is ‘Think big, start small, scale quickly or fail fast.’ Emily explains why each of these four elements is so valuable, as well as how she has helped all fundraising teams in her charity to embrace this way of working, rather than keeping digital activity only for her specialist team. And to bring her strategy to life, Emily offers practical tips to help you raise more money through Facebook.

Digital fundraising trends are evolving, changing all the time and definitely here to stay! We're excited to bring you this special episode: @EmilyCasson, Digital Marketing Manager at Cats Protection, joins @AmickyCarol in the studio. Having grown income from thousands to millions over the last few years for Cats Protection, Emily will be sharing her #toptips, and insider secrets to take your #digital #fundraising to the next level.

In this episode of the podcast Sandra, one of the vets at Cats Protection, has a chat with Daniel Cummings, Behaviour Manager at Cats Protection. The topic of conversation is pain in cats, in particular in a behavioural context. Cats are very adept at hiding signs of pain and discomfort and often subtle changes in every day behaviours can be an indicator that a cat is experiencing pain. Links to CP resources: Behaviour section on CP website: https://www.cats.org.uk/help-and-advice/cat-behaviour Kitten socialisation page: https://www.cats.org.uk/help-and-advice/pregnancy-and-kitten-care/kitten-socialisation

In this episode of the podcast Sandra, one of the vets at Cats Protection, has a chat with two of the Field Veterinary Officers, Lucinda and Jocelyn. After a brief introduction of both themselves and their roles, the discussion moves onto the role protocols play when working in a shelter environment. Lucinda and Jocelyn explain how they go about deciding which topics to cover, the process of protocol development, roll-out across the charity and the review process. The chronic kidney disease protocol is discussed in a bit more detail during the podcast to give an overview of the approach of chronic renal disease for cats in care. Protocols developed to be used for cats in Cats Protection care can be found here: https://www.cats.org.uk/cat-care/vets-info.

Host Danny Smith is joined by Dr Richard Pile from Parkbury House Surgery.  Dr Pile… Read the postLive Life Better, Cats Protection, Ocean Car & Local News The post Live Life Better, Cats Protection, Ocean Car & Local News appeared first on St Albans Podcast with Danny Smith.

Emily Casson, Digital Fundraising Guru at Cats Protection and, according to Andy, more of a Twitter profile than a person, has had enough of viral!  Emily takes us through the challenges of starting a, mostly remote, team of digital marketers and has transformed digital fundraising at Cats Protection. But alas, she still can't make it go viral!  Andy chats about Eurovision (for some reason), asks what TikTok is and Tom wants to know why blockchain is still a thing.  Follow Emily on Twitter - @EmilyCasson Based in the North East? Get yourself over to the Fundraising Conference! 

In this episode of the podcast, Sandra Milburn, one of the vets at Cats Protection (CP), has a chat with Nicky Trevorrow, RVN and Behaviour Manager at CP. We chat about the route Nicky took to becoming a behaviourist and RVN, before touching on the behavioural approach taken for cats in CP’s care, bearing in mind that the behavioural aspect of any animals care is a central part of its overall welfare. Useful links: https://www.cats.org.uk/cat-care/cat-behaviour-hub Here you can find further information on cats’ needs, various behavioural issues, feline interactions and cat communication. https://www.cats.org.uk/cat-care/cat-behaviour-hub/behaviour-guide : downloadable PDF version of Cats Protection’s The Behaviour Guide. http://learnonline.cats.org.uk/content/ufo/index.html CP’s online course where you can learn more about the origins of feline behaviour.

In this episode, Sandra and Lucinda, two vets working in the Cats Protection Veterinary department, explore the topic of kitten neutering. With thousands of unwanted cats in the UK, one of Cats Protection's key aims is to champion the neutering message. Neutering (collective term for both spaying and castrating) is widely recognised as the only effective way to reduce the number of unwanted cats being born in the UK. Cats are effective breeders, so making sure they are neutered is particularly important. At Cats Protection we recommend that kittens are neutered at four months of age or younger to prevent unplanned and unwanted litters that so often end up in shelters across the UK. Visit the Kitten Neutering Database (KiND): http://www.kind.cats.org.uk/ This contains information on: - Cat Population Control Group (CPCG) - Evidence and articles on the topic of kitten neutering, including the RSPCA cat crisis report - Anaesthetic protocols and early neutering principles - Link to the Kitten Quad app - Kitten neutering video - Databases - Training pack for the veterinary team

This is the very first episode of Cats Protection’s Shelter Medicine podcast for vet and vet nurse students. Sandra Milburn and Lucinda Alderton-Sell, two vets working in the Veterinary Department at Cats Protection (CP) chat about CP, a cat-only charity that has been in existence for over 90 years. Cats Protection's main aims are the neutering (spay/castration)and rehoming of cats and the provision of education and information to the public. This work is carried out by 36 adoption centres and over 250 volunteer-run branches across the UK. Useful links: For Vets and Nurses section on CP website: www.cats.org.uk/cat-care/vets-info Student hub: www.cats.org.uk/student-hub Vet Guide: www.cats.org.uk/uploads/documents…ry_Guide_2015.pdf Behaviour Guide: www.cats.org.uk/cat-care/cat-beha…b/behaviour-guide

This time on Alfred, the podcast for Shaftesbury, The Vale and Chase areas of North Dorset and West Wiltshire: Alfred enjoys fire eating, dragons and handmade lanterns at Shaftesbury’s Snowdrop Season finale. We chat to some of the youngsters who were making lanterns before Saturday’s procession and talk with their instructor, local artist Des Alner. (00:30) Bunting will make Shaftesbury look even better this year. A ‘four figure sum’ is being spent on colourful flags and pendants, which will be draped along the side of the High Street and perhaps Bell Street. Chamber of Commerce Chairman David Perry explains why they are funding these decorations. And Salisbury Street-based bunting maker Georgie Faulkner-Bryant tells us that the bunting will be sustainable. (09:08) There’s cash on offer if you can come up with a campaign to enhance Shaftesbury’s wildlife or green spaces. Cllr Andy Perkins talks about his ‘Wild About Shaftesbury’ competition that will encourage the public to vote for the project they believe will make the biggest difference. Andy says that the recent movement to buy ‘The Wilderness’ and an Enmore Green pond inspired him. (13:40) Shaftesbury’s new charity shop promises shelves and rails filled with designer clothes. Alfred talks with Tracy Stanley of Julia’s House about the Dorset hospice charity’s plans for the town centre store that we had expected Cats Protection to occupy. (19:39) One of the world’s greatest flamenco guitarists is returning to Shaftesbury. Juan Martin tells Alfred why he enjoys performing at our Arts Centre. And he tells us what to say if we enjoy his concert. (24:54)

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Dr Maggie Roberts, director of veterinary services at Cats Protection, talks to Georgina Mills about early neutering of kittens. She explains how neutering at an earlier stage, at around 4 months of age, can help prevent unwanted litters. Read the full editorial by Dr Roberts here: http://veterinaryrecord.bmj.com/content/176/22/570.full