Fighting for the Underdog

Hannah Grant, with the Animal Law Firm, interviews Dr. Stuart Goldman! Dr. Goldman has been essential in a case close to the Animal Law Firm’s heart involving Saint the dog at ACCT Philly.  Listen in as we discuss his work with animal cruelty investigations, founding of the Broken Promises Sanctuary, and insights into animal cruelty cases.

Hannah Grant, with the Animal Law Firm, interviews Jim Crosby, the Division Management Consultant of Jacksonville Animal Care and Protective Services, with a background in Veterinary Forensic Medicine. Jim teaches safe handling and rehabilitation of Dangerous Dogs and Investigation of Fatal and Serious Dog Attacks to police, animal control agencies, and others across the US and Canada. He has been...

Hannah Grant, with the Animal Law Firm, interviews Jenna Mcelroy with Philadelphia Pulling for Pets, a fundraiser hosted by Emancipet, a nonprofit vet clinic in Philadelphia. Their mission is to raise money to make veterinary care more affordable and accessible to everyone. Emancipet’s Pulling for Pets fundraiser, held on Sunday, October 30th, should be a “Haul-of-a-good-time”! Listen in as we dis...

Hannah Grant, with the Animal Law Firm, interviews Nina Jackel, the founder of Lady Freethinker, a nonprofit organization dedicated to ending cruelty for all beings! Their mission is to expose and stop animal cruelty through investigative reporting and other media, citizen petitions, and partnerships with rescuers and activists on the ground worldwide. Listen in as we discuss animal cruelty invest...

Hannah Grant, with the Animal Law Firm, interviews Scott Fine, founder of Joey’s Legacy, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Their mission is to increase advocacy for companion animals, everywhere. Previously featured in season 1, episode 2 of Fighting for the Underdog, Joey’s Legacy is constantly changing and working to fight for animal rights, so we wanted to welcome them back onto the show to...

Hannah Grant, with the Animal Law Firm, interviews Jordan Dunn, Director of Community Engagement with Animal Friends Alliance. Animal Friends Alliance is an adoption-guarantee shelter and subsidized spay/neuter clinic offering resources to keep pets in loving homes, serving Colorado and beyond. Their mission is to provide comprehensive companion animal resources, services, and education to the com...

Hannah Grant, with the Animal Law Firm, interviews Dr. Jeff Young, founder of Planned Pethood International. Their mission is to end economic euthanasia and significantly reduce pet overpopulation and suffering of companion animals by offering affordable common sense veterinary medicine to everyone. Listen in as we talk about Dr. Young’s experience, the systematic problems within the veterinary pr...

Hannah Grant, with the Animal Law Firm, interviews Catherine Makofsky, a Colorado State University alumni who has experience as a Predator Ridge Animal Care intern at the Denver Zoo, a Lepidopterist intern at the Butterfly Pavilion, as well as participating in the PSM graduate program for Zoo, Aquarium, and Animal Shelter Management at CSU. Listen in as we focus on her work at the Denver Zoo, disc...

Animal Attorney, Kristina Bergsten, as she receives an ON-SITE TOUR of Edward’s Rescue Ranch in Parker, CO. Kristina interviews Lynda Edwards, President of The Edwards Foundation for Rescued Animals, as they tour the ranch and meet the current animal residents! Edwards Animals is a small privately owned 501(c)(3) (non-profit, EIN 20-5988307) no-kill animal rescue. They have been rescuing animals f...

Animal Attorney, Kristina Bergsten, interviews Roland Halpern with Colorado Voters for Animals (CVA). CVA’s mission is to protect animals through public policy and to support candidates who are committed to animal protection. They utilize communications and social media to promote legislation and elections, endorse pro-animal candidates and mobilize political support. Kristina and Roland discuss t...

Animal Attorney, Kristina Bergsten, interviews Quinn Pigott with Replace Denver BSL. Breed-Specific Legislation discriminates against false, stereotypically-aggressive dog breeds such as pitbulls, german shepherds, and more. Replace Denver BSL wants a breed-neutral safety law that will improve public safety, reduce the incidence of dog bites, and come at a lower cost to the taxpayer. In November o...

Animal Attorney, Kristina Bergsten, interviews Judy Muriithi with Lawyers for Animal Protection in Africa (LAPA). LAPA utilizes law, science, and policy to advocate for animal rights, protect endangered species, reduce illegal exploitation of wildlife, protect vulnerable habitats and ecosystems, and so much more! Join Kristina and Judy as they discuss policy reform, current events in Africa (the i...

Animal Attorney, Kristina Bergsten, interviews Dion Studinski with Ancillary K9 Dog Training. Ancillary K9 provides private dog training, puppy training, aggressive dog training, protection dog training, and more! Kristina and Dion discuss the methods, stories, and history behind the program, as well as animal obedience, behavior, and protection. Learn everything you need to know to help your pup...

Hannah Grant, with the Animal Law Firm, interviews Austin Hill, with The Wild Animal Sanctuary, located in Keenesburg, CO. They discuss the captive wildlife crisis, the history of the sanctuary, the adversity that 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations face, as well as some inspiring stories of rescued animals. Listen in to learn about the sanctuary's mission and the remarkable work they have done!

In this episode we dive deep into the world of Animal Control Officers (also known as Humane Officers, or, more archaically, "dog catchers"). Officer Michael Hildebrandt opens up to discuss how he became an animal control officer, his difficulties and successes, and provides many great tips on keeping your dog and pets out of trouble! 

Colorado Animal Attorney Kristina Bergsten interviews Angela Eaton of Canine Partners of the Rockies, a 501(c)(3) organization that enables Coloradans with disabilities to lead more independent and gratifying lives through training and partnering them with highly skilled service dogs. All your questions about service dogs are answered in this episode! 

Animal Attorney Kristina Bergsten interviews intrepid entrepreneur Sarah Eastin about her role in veganizing Colorado, compassion for animals, and living a healthier lifestyle. 

Animal Attorney Kristina Bergsten interviews the indomitable Podrska Founder, Dash Mezler, in this touching underdog story of hope, love, and the relentless pursuit of making the world a better place for people and animals.  #fightingfortheunderdog #animallawyer #animalattorney

Animal Attorney, Kristina Bergsten, interviews Joey's Legacy founder, Scott Fine, to discuss the legal landscape of veterinary malpractice and how Scott's advocacy work is helping turn thousands of underdog stories into peace of mind for pet owners.  #fightingfortheunderdog #animalattorney #animallawyer

Zuma's Rescue Ranch is a nonprofit organization that helps children and animals recover from trauma and become their best, brightest, and bravest selves! Listen to how this amazing underdog become a wonderdog!  #fightingfortheunderdog #animalattorney #animallawyer