Spay, Neuter, Mentor: Dr. G’s Mobile Approach to Transforming Animal Welfare (Episode 277)

In this episode of Keep It Humane: The Podcast, we’re joined by the inspiring Dr. Alba Michelle Gonzalez—veterinarian, forensic expert, and founder of the Animal Welfare Junction podcast. Dr. G shares her journey from veterinary medicine to launching the Rascal Unit, a mobile clinic providing high-volume, low-cost spay/neuter and essential veterinary care in underserved Ohio communities.

We dig into the realities of veterinary deserts, how the Rascal team pulls off over 13,000 surgeries a year, and why training the next generation of veterinarians in high-volume techniques matters now more than ever. Dr. G opens up about her hands-on mentorship program, her team’s efforts to integrate social work into mobile clinics, and the broader vision of access-to-care as a “One Health” solution that uplifts both animals and communities.

From quality-of-care debates to the future of shelter medicine education, this episode dives deep into how mobile vet clinics can be a game changer—and why Rascal might just be more beloved than the Cleveland Browns.

🎧 Plus, don’t miss the music from Mike Sullivan and check out resources at rascalunit.com and keepithumane.com.

Whether you’re a vet, ACO, student, or advocate, this conversation will remind you: the road to better animal welfare is paved with passion, persistence, and a whole lot of heart on wheels.