E113 - Aired 01-16-25 - Cathy BissellE113 - Aired 01-16-25 - Cathy Bissell
Courage to Hope
Cathy Bissell shares her journey from adopting her first pet to leading a foundation dedicated to saving animals. A heartwarming episode for animal lovers.
48:15•18 Jan 2025
Cathy Bissell's Journey: From First Pet Adoption to Animal Rescue Advocate
Episode Overview
- Adopting a pet can change your life and ignite a passion for animal rescue.
- Spaying and neutering pets is crucial to controlling the animal population.
- Fostering provides temporary homes for pets in need and supports shelters.
- Transporting animals from disaster areas is challenging but necessary.
- Supporting shelters and providing medical care for injured animals saves lives.
“You can't turn off saving lives. And I love it. And I'm charged by it. It keeps me young.”
In this episode of Courage to Hope, host Tony LaGreca sits down with Cathy Bissell, the founder of the Bissell Pet Foundation. Cathy shares her inspiring journey from adopting her first pet at 49 to leading a foundation dedicated to saving animals. She explains how her first adoption sparked a passion that led to rescuing countless animals and supporting shelters across the country. Cathy discusses the importance of spaying and neutering pets to control the population and prevent euthanasia.
She also touches on the challenges of transporting animals from disaster areas and the vital role of fostering in providing temporary homes for pets in need. Cathy’s dedication to animal welfare is evident as she talks about the various initiatives her foundation supports, including disaster relief and medical care for injured animals. This episode is a heartwarming testament to the impact one person can have on the lives of many animals.
If you’re an animal lover or interested in pet rescue, this episode is a must-listen.
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