Ep.#135: Patti Tole, CARE Humane Society

We sit down with Patty Tole from CARE Humane Society to unpack what the shelter actually does for Auburn, Opelika, and all of Lee County. We talk spay and neuter access, Trap Neuter Return for community cats, and the behind-the-scenes work that keeps animals healthy, safe, and matched with the right homes. • CARE Humane Society’s history, rebrand, and what CARE stands for • Patty’s journey from volunteering to working across donor relations and community programs • Misconceptions about shelters and who can use CARE’s services • Low-cost spay and neuter voucher programs for Lee County residents • Trap Neuter Return basics and why “return” helps prevent new cats moving in • Daily shelter realities, including cleaning, play groups, fostering, and enrichment • How to find adoptable pets and start the adoption process online www.carehumane.org