Save Lives With Us

Saving dogs starts long before they're rescued. In this episode of  Save Lives With Us , Alayna sits down with Jodi Leslie, Director of Volunteers and Community Outreach at Three Little Pitties Rescue, to talk about the work happening in communities where families and their pets need support. Jodi shares what she sees firsthand: families who love their animals but struggle to afford vaccines, flea...

Rescue organizations work every day to save animals in need. But how do we address the problems that keep putting animals at risk? Alayna talks with Natalie “Fox” Maisel, a dedicated Three Little Pitties foster and animal welfare advocate involved with Texas Humane Legislation Network and Lone Star Humane Association. Fox shares how animal welfare legislation works, why stronger protections matter...

Houston has a dog problem—and for the people working in animal rescue, it’s impossible to ignore. In this episode of  Save Lives With Us , Alayna talks with Samantha and Anita about what they’re seeing across Houston: dogs being dumped, shelters running out of space, and more animals needing help than there are places to put them. They also get into what happens behind the scenes to actually save...

Houston has a dog problem. And if you’ve never seen it up close, it’s hard to understand just how big it is. Dogs dumped along rural roads. Shelters running out of space. Animals people want to help—but there simply isn't always somewhere to put them. In the newest episode of  Save Lives With Us , Alayna sits down with Samantha and Anita to talk about what they’re seeing across Houston and what it...

In this episode of  Save Lives With Us , Alayna talks with Esther, a Three Little Pitties board member, gala chair, and adopter, about how rescue unexpectedly became a huge part of her family's life. Esther and her husband Richard had never been involved in rescue before. Then they discovered Three Little Pitties, started supporting animals online, attended the gala, and eventually adopted two dog...

Houston has a dog problem—and we can't simply adopt our way out of it. In this episode, Alayna Goodson talks with Jodi Leslie, Director of Volunteers and Community Outreach, about the reality of animal overpopulation in Houston and the work being done to address the problem at its source. From free vaccines and microchips to spay and neuter programs in underserved communities, we talk about why pr...

What happens behind the scenes when a rescue animal needs to find the right family? In this episode, Alayna Goodson sits down with Cynthia Peña, Director of Adoptions at Three Little Pitties Rescue, to talk about Cynthia's journey into rescue and what it really takes to make successful adoptions happen. From the importance of finding the right match to supporting families after adoption, Cynth...

Behind every rescue is a team of volunteers who make it all possible. In this episode, Alayna sits down with longtime volunteers Candy and Lisa to talk about what keeps them coming back, the joy of transport nights, unforgettable doggy day outs, and how serving homeless dogs has changed their lives. They share funny stories, heartfelt moments, and why anyone can make a difference—even if it's...

Every great adoption starts long before a dog finds their forever home. In this episode of  Save Lives With Us , Alayna sits down with Olga, Director of Intake, Behavior & Pathways at Three Little Pitties Rescue, to share her journey from volunteer to leading one of the rescue's most impactful programs. Together, they discuss how behavioral assessments help match dogs with the right families,...

What does it take to transport thousands of rescue animals across the country to their forever homes? In this episode of  Save Lives With Us , founder Alayna Goodson sits down with Transport Coordinators Kim Smith and Stephanie Hoverman for a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most demanding jobs in animal rescue. From preparing transport vehicles and caring for animals on the road to overcoming...

In this special update, founder Alayna Goodson sits down to discuss the distemper quarantine currently impacting Three Little Pitties Rescue in Friendswood, Texas. She shares what led to the quarantine, how it is affecting rescue operations, and how the team is working around the clock to care for the animals in their program.

In this episode of  Save Lives With Us , founder Alayna Goodson sits down with Director of Clinic Lainey Barrentine for an honest look at what happens behind the scenes after a rescued dog enters the program. From heartworm treatment and emergency vet visits to lifesaving surgeries and round-the-clock medical decisions, they share the realities of caring for some of the most vulnerable animals.

In this episode of  Save Lives With Us , Alayna sits down with longtime foster Lisa Cochran to talk about the reality of rescue, the dogs who wait the longest, and the life-changing impact of foster homes. From kennel stress to couch naps, Lisa shares how dogs like Tootsie completely transform once they finally feel safe, loved, and part of a home. Together, they open up about the challenges rescu...

Executive Director Alayna Goodson sits down with Content Team Manager Sara Costilla to discuss the day-to-day operations of the rescue’s content team and the important role storytelling plays in helping dogs and cats find forever homes.