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Animal Posse

Unwanted Feline Organization

Dive deep into the world of animal rescue with heartwarming stories, expert interviews, and behind-the-scenes insights. From heartwarming adoptions to daring rescues, we"ll explore the incredible bond between humans and animals.

kids & family pets & animals

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36:19

From Circus Bears to Sanctuary Dreams: Kati Krouse...

Animal Posse ·

2026/10/02

What happens to bears, big cats, parrots, and other exotic animals when they can no longer be kept as pets, used in entertainment, or housed by failing facilities?In this episode, Dixie sits down with Kati Krouse, founder and executive director of Bears Etc., the nation's first bear-focused sanctuary. Kati shares her journey from a farm kid in Indiana to veterinary medicine, wildlife rehabilitation, and ultimately creating a nonprofit dedicated to giving captive wildlife a second chance.Together,

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29:07

The Louisiana Cat Cruelty Case : The Red Flags Every...

Animal Posse ·

2026/09/25

In this heartbreaking episode of Animal Posse, host Dixie sits down with Jonathan from Rescue Alliance to discuss a devastating animal cruelty case in Walker, Louisiana. Authorities discovered nearly 40 cats and kittens trapped in dangerous, triple-digit conditions without proper access to food, water, or ventilation. Tragically, many of the animals did not survive.Jonathan shares what rescuers encountered on the scene, the urgent medical care required for the survivors, and the emotional toll these

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27:43

Unlocking Pet Wellness Through Energy Work and Body...

Animal Posse ·

2026/09/18

Ever wonder how energy healing and physical alignment can completely change your pet's behavior and well-being? In this episode of Animal Posse, Dixie sits down with Kerri Russell, a certified practitioner of Whole Energy Body Balance and Animal Reiki, to discuss a holistic, whole-animal approach to pet wellness.Kerri shares her journey from a 30-year teaching career to becoming a pioneer in pet fascial bodywork and distance energy clearing. Tune in to learn how releasing tension in the fascial

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27:02

Gentleness Is a Strength: Ellie Laks on The Gentle...

Animal Posse ·

2026/09/11

In this heart‑opening conversation, Dixie sits down with Ellie Laks, founder of The Gentle Barn, a world‑renowned sanctuary where rescued animals help humans heal through connection, compassion, and cow‑hug therapy.Ellie shares the extraordinary true story behind her new Macmillan picture book Gentle, beautifully illustrated by Jennifer A. Bell. The book follows John Lewis, a sick newborn calf rescued from a slaughterhouse and raised inside Ellie’s home—where he slept on a dog bed, drank from a

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40:35

An Intuitive Look Inside a Cat’s Hidden World

Animal Posse ·

2026/09/04

This episode opens a rare window into what trauma feels like from the animal’s side. Dixie sits down with interspecies communicator Leiah Bowden, whose work blends intuitive perception, core shamanism, energy healing, and her signature soul‑journey portraits to reveal what animals carry beneath their behavior.Together, they explore how rescue cats experience fear, abandonment, multidimensional refuge, and healing; how intuitive communication actually works; and what humans often misunderstand about

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33:16

Inside the Rehoming Crisis: Breeders, Flippers & the...

Animal Posse ·

2026/08/28

Jami Torrini joins us to talk about the realities of animal rescue — the good, the heartbreaking, and the deeply frustrating. She walks us through the dogs she’s saved over the years, and the moment she stumbled upon two starving puppies locked in a garage with no food or water.We also dive into the darker side of online rehoming groups: breeders pretending to be rescues, pet flippers creating fake profiles, and the red flags every adopter needs to know. Jami explains why breed education matters,

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28:23

New Orleans Dog Rescue Songs with The Canine Crooner

Animal Posse ·

2026/08/21

Songwriter Craig Cortello—The Canine Crooner—shares how his dog‑inspired music is raising funds and lifting spirits across Louisiana’s rescue community. He talks about the Dog Tails album, the legend of Scrim, and the joy of performing at dog‑friendly shows. Hear song clips, learn how his music supports local rescues, and connect with Craig at CanineCrooner.com or on Instagram at @caninecrooner for upcoming shows and donation links.About Animal Posse 🐈Welcome to Animal Posse! We share heartwarming

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25:40

When a Dog Becomes a Lifeline: The Heart Behind...

Animal Posse ·

2026/08/14

A single dog can change a life—sometimes so profoundly that it redirects the entire future. In this deeply moving episode of Animal Posse, Dixie sits down with author A.J. Symon to explore the extraordinary bond he shared with his first service dog, Chip, a golden retriever who became his protector, his partner, and ultimately the inspiration behind his debut novel Golden Boy.A.J. opens up about living with a seizure disorder, the intuitive connection that made Chip indispensable, and the

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28:10

Tyler the Bobcat & Special Needs Wildlife Rehab with...

Animal Posse ·

2026/08/07

What happens to wild animals that suffer injuries so severe they can never return to the wild? In this episode, host Dixie sits down with licensed wildlife rehabilitator Moon Taylor, founder of Spiritual Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Sanctuary, to explore the intensive care required for special needs wildlife. Moon shares the heart-wrenching yet inspiring journey of Tyler, a famous rescue bobcat who survived severe trauma as a kitten and became the foundation for her sanctuary's mission

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32:04

Trapped in the Rubble: Inside the Battle to Rescue...

Animal Posse ·

2026/07/31

When Seoul’s historic Yongsan district began its multi-billion dollar redevelopment, over 18,000 residents moved out—and left an estimated 1,000 community cats trapped behind demolition barriers. Facing bulldozers, starvation, and strict urban restrictions, these animals had no voice and nowhere to turn.In this episode, host Dixie sits down with Julie Choi, founder of Yongsan Cats, to talk about what happens to street animals when an entire city rebuilds itself. Julie shares her journey from a dog

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32:06

Celebrating “Milton Makes a Move”: Jonathan Graziano...

Animal Posse ·

2026/07/24

When a pet changes your life, their impact never really leaves—and few stories embody that truth more than Jonathan Graziano’s. In this heartfelt conversation, Jonathan opens up about life after the loss of his beloved pug Noodle, the viral “Bones or No Bones” phenomenon, and the vulnerable, deeply human process of welcoming a new rescue dog into your world.Jonathan shares how Milton—an anxious, gentle pug with a tiny suitcase and a huge heart—helped him rediscover joy, routine, and connection. We

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40:07

Goats, Grounding & Ginger Snaps: Inside Fairyland...

Animal Posse ·

2026/07/17

Dixie sits down with Cora Moore of Faeryland Farms, a Tennessee sanctuary where rescued goats become partners in wellness, education, and community healing. Cora shares how her background in psychology and her deep connection to nature shaped a program that brings goats into classrooms, assisted‑living homes, universities, and community events — helping people slow down, breathe, and reconnect.Listeners will learn how Ginger Snaps became the first certified therapy goat in the U.S., why

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31:08

SNIP in Action: Francine Guillot’s Fight to Fix...

Animal Posse ·

2026/07/10

Francine Guillot of the Spay Neuter Iberia Project (SNIP) joins the Animal Posse Podcast to share a raw, boots‑on‑the‑ground look at what it really takes to fight pet overpopulation in Louisiana. From reviving a dormant nonprofit to rescuing special‑needs kittens like Gump, Francine walks us through the daily challenges, emotional wins, and community gaps that shape animal welfare in New Iberia.She breaks down how SNIP approaches TNR, works with local vets, supports elderly residents who feed but

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31:05

Horses Do Fix Everything — The Healing Power of...

Animal Posse ·

2026/07/03

In this episode, host Dixie sits down with Katie Hunt, the driving force behind Shagbark Hickory Farm—a Connecticut-based nonprofit dedicated to the life-changing power of equine-assisted therapy.Katie shares how her farm evolved from a family hobby into a vital community asset, matching semi-retired horses with individuals facing anxiety, autism, ADHD, and cerebral palsy. Discover the incredible, documented bond between humans and horses, how an animal’s heartbeat can help regulate our own, and the

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33:32

Give a Cat a Box: How Hide and Scratch Is Changing...

Animal Posse ·

2026/06/26

Carin, owner of Hide and Scratch, joins Dixie to share the inspiring story behind her cat‑focused company and the creation of the Give a Cat a Box program—a donation system designed to bring comfort, enrichment, and security to cats in shelters, foster homes, and adoption centers.She explains how a simple cardboard box can reduce stress, support natural feline instincts, and help cats transition more smoothly into their forever homes. Carin also opens up about fostering, partnering with Mission

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38:28

The Helpline Saving Cats From Surrender

Animal Posse ·

2026/06/19

Families often feel overwhelmed when their cats develop behavior issues—and many consider surrendering them. In this conversation, Dixie sits down with Matt Wildman of the National Cat Behavior Helpline to explore how his team helps keep cats in their homes through free, phone‑based behavior counseling. From litter box mysteries to inter‑cat conflict, stress‑related behaviors, and the emotional side of supporting desperate owners, Matt shares the stories, strategies, and hope behind the hotline’s

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32:51

How One Woman Is Changing Cat Welfare in SWGA

Animal Posse ·

2026/06/12

In this episode, Dixie talks with Rebecca McCathern from Helena’s Community Cats of SWGA about the realities of rescuing cats in rural Georgia. From nonstop kitten season to bottle‑baby emergencies, dumping, TNR challenges, and the myths that keep people from spaying and neutering, this conversation shines a light on what rescuers in the South are facing every single day.Rebecca shares how she built her new 501(c)(3), why she named it after her mom, the difference between California and Southern

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48:31

Feral Cats, Sanctuary Life & The Reality of Rescue

Animal Posse ·

2026/06/05

In this episode, Vicki Davison of Kindred Tails Sanctuary shares how two feral cats turned into a full rescue on five acres of rural Georgia. She talks about caring for 40+ free‑roaming cats, neonatal kittens, goats, dogs, and the daily challenges rescues face—from overpopulation to lack of spay/neuter access.This conversation is a real look at sanctuary life, compassion, burnout, and why adult cats deserve just as much love as kittens.Connect with Kindred Tails Sanctuary:Website:

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31:21

How Horse Rescue United Protects At‑Risk Horses

Animal Posse ·

2026/05/29

In this powerful conversation, Dixie sits down with Diana Tuorto of Horse Rescue United to uncover the hidden world of horse rescue. From auction pipelines and Amish workhorses to senior sanctuary care and lifelong adoption contracts, Diana shares the realities most people never see — and the hope that keeps her fighting for every horse. Hear how her team saves lives, rehabilitates neglected horses, and protects them from ever falling through the cracks again.Learn more or support their work: Horse

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34:33

Understanding Spicy Cats: Fear, Stress & the Path to...

Animal Posse ·

2026/05/22

Some cats shut down in shelters. Others hiss, swat, or go silent. But beneath the “spicy” label is almost always one thing—fear.In this episode of Animal Posse, Dixie sits down with Berlin Waters of The Spicy Cat Project to break down why so many cats struggle in shelter environments, how fear is often mistaken for aggression, and what rescuers, fosters, and adopters can do to help stressed cats feel safe again.This episode is essential for anyone working with cats—rescuers, fosters, adopters, or

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