Articles & Essays
The multi-species family is here, and changing the future of pet care
Loving an animal is a profound connection, unique and yet akin to human bonds. The multi-species family represents a somewhat silent, growing demographic that finds fulfillment outside traditional familial norms.
Essential reading for animal lovers and pet care professionals
The list below includes the books, articles, and discussions on how science, technology, and societal norms are radically evolving our understanding of animals and our relationships with them.
It’s time to finally reframe the stigma of surrendering a pet
I’ve seen people who couldn’t be bothered to wait in line leave their cat on the sidewalk in winter. I’ve also seen people facing unthinkable challenges, devastated and trying to do their best for an animal they loved.
Julia Sosa, Founder & President
Julia’s lifelong love of animals led her to a career in the pet care industry. In 2019, she joined Pumpkin, one of the fastest-growing pet insurance companies in the US, where she is Chief Experience Officer.
An active member of the rescue and shelter community, in 2023 she started The Kitten Camp – a nonprofit organization (pending 501(c)(3) status) with an inclusive, culturally sensitive approach to animal welfare. Their mission is to help save the lives of vulnerable pets through foster, adoption, and surrender-prevention programs, access to care, and compassionate support for today’s multi-species families.
She is the proud pet mom to 2 small dogs, 2 very large cats, a recent special-needs foster fail, and over 200+ foster kittens (and counting).