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James Ravnikar – Kitangle

This week All My Children Wear Fur Coats host, Peggy Hoyt welcomed James Ravnikar to discuss his innovative line of litter boxes and recount his experience traveling the country in an RV with his cats.

James Ravnikar is the president of Kitangle, a company that specializes in crafting high quality litter boxes that blend sleek, stylish designs with practical functionality. James discovered Kitangle while searching for a suitable litter box for his senior cat, Sophie. He liked the product so much he decided to purchase the company.

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Access to Pet Spay/Neuter Looks Different Post-Pandemic, But It’s Still the Best Option for Saving Lives and Reducing the National Pet Crisis

(Anywhere, USA — February 18, 2025) – Puppies and kittens are increasingly impacting shelter populations, and as cute as they are, pet adoptions aren’t keeping pace with intake. This imbalance makes it more crucial than ever to seek out spay/neuter resources for pets, according to United Spay Alliance, (USA) a national nonprofit which promotes affordable, accessible, and timely spay/neuter services.

February 25 is World Spay Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness of the benefits of spaying and neutering pets.

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Stacy LeBaron – PAWSitive Pantry

This week, on All My Children Wear Fur Coats, Stacy LeBaron examined the growing pet affordability crisis and explained how PAWSitive pantry is helping keep families and their beloved pets together.

Stacy LeBaron is the president and chief feline officer of PAWSitive Pantry, a nonprofit committed to supporting pets and their families during times of hardship. Stacy has been involved in animal welfare for over 3 decades. Among countless other initiatives, she hosts The Community Cats Podcast, a weekly program that advocates cat sterilization and welfare.

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Chance Palmer – Pet Popcorn

This week, on All My Children Wear Fur Coats, Chance Palmer shared the story of his entrepreneurial journey and explored the benefits of freeze-dried pet treats.

Chance Palmer is the founder and owner of Pet Popcorn, a company that manufactures single-ingredient, freeze-dried treats for dogs and cats. Chance’s idea originated when his family purchased a freeze dryer to create healthier snacks for their pets, Lolly and Asher. The name Pet Popcorn was inspired by the way freeze-dried ground beef resembles popcorn, with its light, inflated texture. Chance was a full-time student at Colorado University when he launched the business, often sacrificing nights and weekends to get Pet Popcorn off the ground. However, his passion for the venture made it feel more like a rewarding pursuit than a chore.

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Dr. Fossum’s Pet Care – Dr. Terry Fossum

Recently, on All My Children Wear Fur Coats, Dr. Terry Fossum discussed the nuances of the pet supplement market and divulged the science behind Dr. Fossum’s Pet Care.

Dr. Terry Fossum is the CEO and founder of Dr. Fossum’s Pet Care, a pet wellness brand that offers a variety of supplements to support cognitive function, mobility, and comfort for pets. With a background as a renowned veterinary surgeon, Dr. Fossum has an extensive history of dedicated service to animals, ensuring their health and well-being throughout her career. She is the author of Senior Dogs: The Essential Guide to Maximize Quality Time With Your Best Friend, a book that features surveys to help you evaluate the progression of your dog’s aging.

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The Cat Network – Jill Steinberg

This week on All My Children Wear Fur Coats, Jill Steinberg discussed the importance of feline population control, and explained how The Cat Network is working to humanely reduce cat overpopulation.

Jill Steinberg holds the positions of secretary, treasurer, and board member at The Cat Network. Founded in 1995, The Cat Network is a nonprofit organization that educates the public on the necessity of spay/neuter and provides low-cost spay/neuter services for homeless, stray, and abandoned cats. Additionally, The Cat Network acts as an adoption referral service, facilitating adoptions by finding homes for fostered cats.

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The Lifetime Cost of Pet Ownership

Introduction

As pet parents, we do everything in our power to ensure our pets are happy and healthy. Unfortunately, the lifetime care of a pet isn’t inexpensive. Maintaining a pet requires careful budgeting and financial planning. Underestimating the lifetime cost of your pet’s care could be detrimental to you and your pet’s future.

Before you assume the responsibility of acquiring a pet, it is crucial to know the costs you will incur initially, and throughout your pet’s lifetime. So, how much does it really cost to care for a pet? Naturally, this number will vary greatly depending on species, breed, individual needs, and other factors.

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Beth Soltysiak – Animal Friends of the Valleys

This week on All My Children Wear Fur Coats, we had the pleasure of speaking with Beth Soltysiak, Director of Development of Animal Friends of the Valleys (AVF).

Beth’s primary focus is to bring in funding for the nonprofit. Her sales, marketing, and fundraising background has allowed her to build a strong portfolio for the shelter.

Animal Friends of the Valleys is made up of people who are both animal experts and animal lovers! They want to be a resource for their community, helping their area become one of the best places in the country for pets and pet guardians alike.

As the nation’s largest sanctuary, Animal Friends of the Valleys aims to promote animal care through education and a humane, proactive animal services program. They provide adoption, animal control, spay/neuter, licensing services, and more. They look forward to the time when there will be no more homeless pets.

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Jody L. Teiche – The Hound Healer

This week on All My Children Wear Fur Coats we had the pleasure of speaking with Jody L. Teiche, natural pet wellness expert and coach at The Hound Healer.

 

Jody helps her clients address conditions in their pets and overall health through natural means. Jody is a certified pet homeopathic educator and teaches about good nutrition and alternative healing methods. She hosts a podcast called The Hound Healer which can be found on Pet Life Radio and other platforms.

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Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary – Katherine Hilton

I thoroughly enjoyed talking to today’s guest, Katherine Hilton, Program Manager for Donor Relations and Stewardship at Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary.  This amazing organization was founded in 2005 by Alana Miller and her daughter after they adopted a blind kitten from a local shelter that had been surrendered and was going to be euthanized.  Today, they are still going strong.  They are located in St. Pauls, North Carolina.   

Blind Cat Rescue caters to numerous resident cats who live out their lives in the comfort and safety of their forever home.  Blind Cat Rescue is a true sanctuary, the residents are not available for adoption.  They have already suffered too many uncertainties and some of them, irreparable trauma.  However, all of the residents can be sponsored with your monthly donation.  You can pick one or more of your favorites online at “Meet the Cats.”   Read more

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