The Community Cats Podcast

"If you’re struggling to catch the last cat in your colony, you just haven’t figured out the right approach yet. Every cat is catchable with the right technique." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. From building Kuwait’s first progressive animal shelter to developing global disaster response programs, John Peaveler has seen it all. In this episode, John shares his journey from military veteran to animal welfare expert, discussing the challenges of handling feral dogs and cats, the necessity of effective population management, and the importance of humane animal capture techniques. Whether you're struggling with "trap-smart" cats or looking to develop large-scale TNVR programs, John’s expertise and field-tested insights offer invaluable guidance. Press Play Now For: John’s unexpected entry into animal welfare through a dog rescue in Kuwait The challenges of catching feral dogs and cats in extreme environments Why TNVR is the most effective strategy for managing community cat populations The i