The Animal Rescue Podcast: what you always wanted to know but didn’t know who to ask

This week I talk with Nicole Navarro founder of Pawsitive Beginnings, a fox sanctuary located in Key Largo, FL. We discuss how she got into fox rescue, what a Sheriff's Office Animal Farm is (I had no idea!), and how she has figured out a way to merge fox rescue with human healing. We also touch on the fox fur trade and how it is STILL happening today. To learn more about Pawsitive Beginnings,...

This week I talk with Liz Adams of Pet Protect and Connect. We discuss her journey in the animal rescue world, the moment she realized she could do something more, and the app she is designing with the goal of helping to match adopters and pets. To learn more about Pet Protect and Connect you can check them out online at  www.petprotectandconnect.com , which I recommend even if it is just to check...

This week I talk with Cynthia Chomos, founder and designer of Catio Spaces. We discuss how she fell into the world of designing catios, what it's like for a woman in a primarily male industry, and just how deep her passion runs when it comes to keeping animals safe! You can learn more about Catio Spaces at  www.catiospaces.com and on social media @catiospaces.  Sponsor: LIX - check out  www.li...

This week I talk with Sarah Cavallaro about her book Dogs Have Angels Too. We discuss how she fell into animal rescue, her inspiration for the book, and what her goals with the book and merch are. You can learn more about Sarah's work at  www.dogshaveangelstoo.com  and on social media @dogshaveangelstoo.   Sponsor: LIX - check out  www.lixpetwellness.com  to learn more about CBD for pets. Use...

This week I talk with Cathy Bissell. Somebody pinch me. Her dedication to animal rescue and welfare is something I have admired for a long time and now we get to hear from her! We discuss how she got started and advice she has for those who may be nervous to go into their local shelter, the time it took to get the foundation up and running, and the eye-popping number of animals they have had spaye...

This week I talk with Bobbi Brink, founder and director of Lions, Tigers, and Bears, a sanctuary in Alpine, California. We discuss how she got started in big cat rescue, the types of calls they get (not what I expected), and the work that is left to be done to support exotic animals. To learn more about the work Lions, Tigers, and Bears is doing you can check them out online at  www.lionstigersand...

This week I talk with Adrian Fulle and Zach O'Shea of Good Salt Life. We discuss how the pandemic led them to look for safer ways to clean. Over the past few years they have grown this mission and have now created the Pawsitive Shelter Change program, which gives to shelters and rescues in need of safer ways to clean around their animals and employees. To learn more about Good Salt Life and Pa...

This week I talk with Cara Achterberg about her new book Who Will Let The Dogs Out. We discuss how she got started in animal rescue, what led her to start touring shelters across the south, and why we should be optimistic about the future of animal sheltering. Truly, this book gives so many great ideas for how to support the animals and people in your community. She is offering the book free to sh...

This week I talk with John Reider, The Bubble Man. We discuss how he combined his curiosity and entrepreneurship to create a business that brings joy to the masses, and now pets. He also shares the inspiration behind their newest endeavor to support animal rescues, Bubbles4Besties. To learn more about The Bubble Man you can find them online at  www.atomicbubbles.com .   Sponsor: LIX - check out  w...

This week I talk with Kelly Money, Executive Director of Rocky Mountain French Bulldog Rescue. We discuss why she started the rescue, ways she gets involved in the community, and even some of the laws surrounding animal rescue in Colorado. To learn more about RMFBR and French Bulldogs you can check them out online at  www.rmfbr.org  or on social media @rmfrenchbulldogrescue.  Sponsor: LIX - check...

This week I talk with Michael Schneider from Pilots to the Rescue. We discuss the work they do, how the organization got started, and how you can get involved. If you are looking for inspiration on ways to combine things you love to support rescue, this is the episode for you! To learn more about Pilots to the Rescue you can check them out on social media @pilotstotherescue or online at  www.pilot...

This week I talk with Mark Rowlands, Philosophy professor and author, about his most recent book "The Word of Dog". We discuss what led him to being an author, how we can learn from our dogs, and ways to reframe your view of the world with your dog. "The Word of Dog" is available everywhere books are sold January 28!  Sponsor: LIX - check out  www.lixpetwellness.com  to learn m...

This week I talk with Mar Blanco of Leo's Animal Rescue. Mar recently started this rescue with senior animals in mind, however with the recent fires in LA has branched out to offer support to both people and animals. As a therapist by trade, they have offered assistance to anyone in California who may need to talk to someone about what they are experiencing. To learn more about Leo's Anima...

This week I talk with Grace Duy of Lead with Grace Dog Training about her program, the importance of community, and her goals for working with people and their pets. We also debunk several common sayings in the dog training world. To learn more about Grace and her work you can check her out at  www.leadwithgracedogtraining.com  or on social media @_graceduy_. Sponsor: LIX - check out  www.lixpetwe...

While many countries support animal rescue and welfare efforts, not all countries share the same values. To minimize risks to the rescue, I needed to pull the original episode and edit out some portions of my conversation with Debbie. Please consider donating at the links below or sharing their posts to help support the animals and rescuers. This week I talk with Debbie Spencer from Desperate Dogs...

This week I talk with Katherine Carver about her book  ABANDONED: Chronicling the Journeys of Once-Forsaken Dogs . We discuss how her first rescue dog, Biscuit, inspired her to take a closer look at sheltering and rescue, and what she has learned from this experience. You can learn more about Katherine and her work at  www.katherinecarver.com . To pick up a copy of Abandoned: Chronicling the Journ...

This week I talk with sid sibo about her book The Scent of Distant Family. This was such a good read and I was excited to chat with her about her experience in animal welfare, the inspiration for the book, and how she is using it to help animals in need. I highly recommend picking up this book for the reader in your life. Her writing style leaves space for anyone to find the message they need. To...

This week I talk with Sam Warner from LifeLine Animal Project. We discuss how the organization started, the population they serve and the absolutely staggering numbers of animals and people they support each year! If you are in the Atlanta area, please consider checking out their Home for the Paw-lidays event! You can foster an animal in need for the Thanksgiving break, learn more about the dog, a...

This week I talk with Dr. Karen Shenoy, Chief Veterinary Officer at Hill's, and Stephanie Filer, Executive Director at Shelter Animals Count. We discuss the 2024 Hill's Pet Nutrition State of Shelter Pet Adoption Report, how they gather their data, what it all means, and why we should be paying attention. We also discuss JP, a senior dog at Bideawee in New York. Hill's has generously donated a yea...

This week Leif Cocks returns to talk about updates in Orangutan research, conservation, and how you can have an impact. We also discuss why people should care about the environment and animals around the world. To learn more about the work Leif is doing, how to get involved, or if you are like me, to buy his book Finding Our Humanity, go to  www.leifcocks.org Sponsor: LIX - check out  www.lixpetwe...

This week I talk with Dr. Jess Stroble about wildlife urbanization and zoonotic diseases. We cover what a zoonotic disease is, how they can affect your pets, and how they can affect you. We also discuss some good tips for viewing wildlife from a respectful distance and resources for learning more about zoonotic diseases and preventative measures. For the most up-to-date information on symptoms and...

This week I talk with Jerri Scherf of Tulsa Pack Athletics. Episodes with trainers typically revolve around training methods and energy, but this one took a fun turn I did not see coming. We discuss Jerri's Open-Minded approach to training, white supremacy in training, the use of medications for behavior modification in dogs, and how we sometimes act out of desperation when it comes to our dog...

This week I talk with Kassidi Jones. She runs the Instagram page @gingers_naps. We discuss antiracism work in the animal welfare world, what that means and looks like, and how she balances mental health in all of this. In the several years that I have been involved in animal rescue and this podcast, I have seen racism and classism at play. I will be the first to admit that I have shied away from b...

This week I talk with Aiden Charron of Earthday.org. We discuss the use of plastics and why they are so harmful, some of the effects of microplastics on our systems, and just how pervasive plastics and their chemicals are. While this can feel like a heavier episode, there is still hope because we can all do something to help out our pets, families, and the planet. You can check out  www.earthday.o...

This week I talk with Laura Simpson of The Harmony Fund and The Pet Memorial. We discuss how she started The Harmony fund, where the idea for The Pet Memorial originated, and the work they are doing internationally. We also get into the work they are doing in Ukraine and Romania, as well as the spay/neuter campaigns they are running. You can learn more about The Harmony Fund at  www.harmonyfund.or...