About this episode

Hannah Louviere discusses her journey from a college student to the founder of a nonprofit dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating stray cats in Louisiana.

In this episode of Animal Posse, we meet Hannah Louviere, who founded Forgotten Felines Rescue of Louisiana as a 19-year-old college student after witnessing a stray cat give birth on her campus sidewalk. Now a professional surgical vet technician, Hannah shares how she grew that initial student project into a thriving 501(c)3 nonprofit that handles some of the most complex medical cases in the state. We discuss the "St. Mary Parish pipeline," where her rescue serves as a critical lifeline for animals in rural areas facing euthanasia due to a lack of local resources, severe injuries, or specialized medical needs. The conversation highlights the emotional and logistical challenges of special-needs rescue work—from performing "medical miracles" on rare conditions like liver shunts to navigating the difficult reality of the generational gap in animal advocacy. Hannah also shares the exciting news of the rescue's transition from a foster-based model to their very own dedicated facility, designed to provide a permanent sanctuary and medical quarantine for Louisiana’s most vulnerable cats. This episode is a powerful look at resilience, the evolution of a rescuer, and the belief that…

People in this episode

Guest: Hannah Louviere

Topics covered

• animal rescue
• veterinary care
• nonprofit organizations
• stray animals
• medical challenges
• community support

Keywords

• Forgotten Felines
• animal rescue
• veterinary technician
• nonprofit
• stray cats
• medical care
• euthanasia
• community resources

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Forgotten Felines Rescue of Louisiana, Unwanted Feline Organization

Places: Louisiana, St. Mary Parish

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