Enriching Lives and Finding Lost Pets | SOP ep. 42 - Kathy Deptola

In this episode of Speaking of Pets, we sit down with Kathy Deptola from Kathy Deptola Animal Rescue, who shares her invaluable insights into the world of animal rescue and the importance of providing a nurturing environment for our pets. Kathy discusses her creative ways to enrich the lives of her rescue cats, including building climbing structures to keep them active and engaged. We delve into the challenges faced when a beloved pet goes missing, with Kathy offering practical tips for pet owners on how to increase the chances of a safe return. From community outreach to utilizing familiar scents, her advice is a must-listen for any pet parent. Kathy also recounts her inspiring journey into animal rescue, starting from her early volunteer days at a local humane society to establishing her own nonprofit organization. She explains the significance of the adoption process, emphasizing the importance of finding the right home for each animal. Join us as we explore the heartwarming stories of rescued animals, the realities of fostering, and the dedication it takes to ensure their safety and well-being. Plus, we discuss the importance of education in pet ownership and the common misconceptions that can lead to abandoned pets. Whether you're a seasoned pet owner or considering adopting a furry friend, this episode is filled with essential information and heartfelt anecdotes that highlight the joy and responsibility of caring for our pets. Tune in and be inspired to make a difference in the lives of animals in need! --- As a veterinary dermatologist, Dr. Alice Jeromin can tell you that the chronically affected allergic pet condition Atopic Dermatitis is rarely ever 'cured', but can be effectively managed. Command™ Deep Cleansing Shampoo from VetriMax is a top veterinarian-prescribed treatment for skin problems resulting from chronic itch, pyoderma, infection, and allergic dermatitis. VetriMax makes practicing veterinary medicine better by giving doctors high-performing, high-value, evidence-based products. Now with Command Shampoo you can bring that same quality into your regular home routine. Go to Chewy.com and enter promo code COMMAND15 to save 15% off on Command™ Deep Cleansing Shampoo. VetriMax Makes it Better. --- Support our sponsor for this episode Blue Buffalo by visiting bluebuffalo.com. BLUE Natural Veterinary Diet formulas offer the natural alternative in nutritional therapy. At Blue Buffalo, we have an in-house Research & Development (R&D) team with over 300 years’ experience in well-pet and veterinary therapeutic diets, over 600 scientific publications, and over 50 U.S. patents. At Blue Buffalo, we have an in-house Research & Development (R&D) team with over 300 years’ experience in well-pet and veterinary therapeutic diets, over 600 scientific publications, and over 50 U.S. patents. --- All footage is owned by SLA Video Productions.