Entrepreneurs: How Cat Health Research Is Driving Breakthroughs in Medicine with Jackie Ott-Jaakola & Dr. Maggie Placer

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of the Passage to Profit Show, interview Jackie Ott-Jaakola & Dr. Maggie Placer, DVM from EveryCat Health Foundation. What if the research saving your cat’s life could also help save yours? We sit down with Jackie Ott-Jaakola and Dr. Maggie Placer, DVM of EveryCat Health Foundation to explore the cutting-edge science behind feline health—from allergies and nutrition to cancer research and life-saving treatments. Discover how decades of nonprofit-funded innovation have transformed cat care, led to breakthroughs like treatments for once-fatal diseases, and even contributed to advancements in human medicine. Whether you're a devoted cat owner or simply curious about the intersection of animal and human health, this episode reveals how investing in feline research is changing lives across species. Read more at: https://everycat.org/ Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, startup founder, inventor, or small business owner, the Passage to Profit Show is a leading podcast for insights on entrepreneurship, innovation, intellectual property and business strategy. Hosted by Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, the show features industry leaders, investors, and founders who share real-world lessons on scaling companies, protecting ideas, building generational wealth, and navigating today’s evolving business landscape. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest episodes, expert interviews, and resources designed to help you grow, protect, and profit from your ideas.