The Community Cats Podcast

Facing Feline Leukemia with Facts, Not Fear with Margaret Tompkins, Founder of the Tompkins Foundation

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Sinopsis

When Margaret Tompkins opened her home to a sickly kitten, little did she know that this act of kindness would catapult her into a lifelong mission to advocate for feline leukemia positive cats. Her story is at the heart of our latest episode, where she recounts her transformative journey and how it's led to her role as president of the Tompkins Foundation for Feline Leukemia Advocacy. She offers a deep dive into the often-misunderstood world of FeLV, sharing how fostering kittens led to defying euthanasia policies and how she's using social media to educate the public. Join us for a moving exploration of Margaret's tireless efforts to change perceptions and improve the lives of FeLV cats through adoption and awareness.  Shifting gears, we tackle the nuts and bolts of managing FeLV in the wider feline population. I explore the lifesaving impact of spaying and neutering, not only for controlling cat populations but as a key strategy in preventing the spread of FeLV from mother to kitten. We also talk about the