Why Spay/Neuter Still Matters: Deborah Cribbs Talks Cats on WGN Chicago
Our founder and leader, Deborah Cribbs, sat down with certified animal behavior specialist Steve Dale on WGN Chicago to talk about the Give Them Ten Movement and why spay/neuter remains a critical issue for cats. From caring for your own pet cat to supporting healthy community cat populations, learn why spay/neuter is still important to help improve the lives of cats.
Inside the Feline Mind: Understanding How Cats Learn
How do cats learn? Deborah Cribbs joins Jill Rappaport for “Cat Chat” to explore feline behavior and what motivates cats to learn. Unlike dogs, who often learn through pack dynamics, cats evolved as solitary hunters. They don’t naturally learn in group settings. Instead, cats learn through curiosity, trial and error, and positive motivation, especially food. Watch the latest episode now.
Do Cats Choose Their People? How Cat Cafes Help Make Purrfect Adoption Matches
On the latest episode of “Cat Chat,” Deborah Cribbs returns to the Purrfect Day Cafe to talk with Jill Rappaport about how cats connect with their people. Unlike a traditional shelter, a cat cafe’s calm environment lets cats approach visitors on their own terms — making it easier to find a genuine, lasting match.
Cat Cafés: Cute Concept, Serious Impact on Cat Adoptions
Cat cafés are more than just a charming place to enjoy a cup of coffee—they’re making a real difference in the lives of rescue cats. On the latest episode of Rappaport to the Rescue with Jill Rappaport, Deborah interviews Chuck Patton, founder of Purrfect Day Cat Café in Covington, to explore how these unique spaces are helping cats find loving forever homes.
Cat Chat: Could Clicker Training Help Shelter Cats Find Homes Faster?
Stress is one of the biggest barriers to cat adoption, but clicker training may be the solution. In our latest “Cat Chat,” Deborah Cribbs talks with Lindsey Vansandt, Director of the Imperiled Cat Project at the Cincinnati Zoo, about how clicker training and double-compartment housing can make shelters more comfortable and help hard-to-place cats find homes.
A Breakthrough That Could Transform TNR: “Cat Chat” Returns to the Cincinnati Zoo
What if community cats could be sterilized in minutes—no surgery required? On the latest “Cat Chat,” Dr. Lindsey Vansandt of the Cincinnati Zoo joins Deborah Cribbs to share an exciting breakthrough: a sterilizing injection that could one day replace traditional spay/neuter procedures. This innovation could make TNR faster, simpler and far more affordable, helping communities reach more cats than ever before. Watch the segment now.
United We Spay Podcast: Strategy, Data, and a Bold Vision for Cats
Deborah Cribbs joined Stacy LeBaron of United Spay Alliance on the United We Spay podcast to share how Give Them Ten is changing feline welfare locally and beyond. She discusses using strong strategy, data, and bold messaging to expand community cat programs—and why spay/neuter remains the most practical, scalable solution to feline overpopulation.
“Cat Chat” Talks About Potential Game-Changer for Cat Contraception
In the latest “Cat Chat” segment on Rappaport to the Rescue, our own Deborah Cribbs talks with Lindsey Vansandt, Director of the Imperiled Cat Project at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden. Together, they discuss promising new research on a potential one-time contraceptive injection for cats—an innovation that could make humane population control more practical and widely accessible than ever.
Fix by Five: Deborah Cribbs on Why Early Spay/Neuter Matters on “Cat Chat”
Do you know how early a young cat can become pregnant? The answer may surprise you. In this episode of Rappaport to the Rescue, Deborah Cribbs joins “Cat Chat” to dive into the “Fix by Five” initiative—and why spaying or neutering your kitten by five months is so important. Watch the clip to learn the benefits of early spay/neuter.
Give Them Ten Presents at SW Ohio Community Cat Summit
Give Them Ten joined cat advocates and animal-welfare professionals at the SW Ohio Community Cat Summit on November 1, 2025, at the Corryville Branch Library. Chief Innovation Officer Monica Tarant led an expert session titled “The Top 10 Questions About Community Cats,” offering insights and guidance for those working to support outdoor cat populations.