The Doggone Truth About Rescue - Always & Furever

Send us Fan Mail Founder, Jen Dulski shares exciting news about Always and Furever’s new mobile veterinary RV campaign reaching its funding goal thanks to an anonymous donor, while opening up about the challenges of leadership, growth, and building systems as the organization expands. The conversation also explores the emotional realities of rescue work, the importance of questioning “no-kill” she...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we share an update on the podcast’s growing impact, celebrating six episodes this season and more than 53,000 downloads . Jen Dulski, discusses exciting shelter renovations, expansion plans in Wichita, and a bold vision to launch a mobile veterinary RV offering donation-based care to animals and pet owners in need. From manifestation and faith to community support...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Always and Furever Podcast , Sheila and Sy welcome Aspin, manager of the new Always and Furever Dog Sanctuary in Wichita, KS. Aspin shares her background working with dogs, her passion for senior dog rescue, and the journey of opening a brand-new shelter location. She gives listeners a behind-the-scenes look at managing a senior dog shelter, the unexpected a...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we go behind the scenes of Always & Furever  Rescue to explore how a small transport effort grew into a nationwide, volunteer-powered lifeline for dogs in need. Intake coordinator Kelly and transport coordinator Craig share how they’ve helped move more than 4,400 dogs to safety, organized 900+ transports in just the past year, and built a network of nearly 600...

Send us Fan Mail In this 2025 recap episode of The Doggone Truth About Rescue , the team reflects on the challenges, wins, and hard decisions that shaped 2025—and what’s ahead for 2026. Meet members of the Always & Furever Rescue board as they share how the organization operates behind the scenes, from leadership and finances to medical coordination. The conversation dives into the rising cost...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we talk with Megan about her journey into animal care and leadership. She shares how she transitioned from a traditional career to managing barn operations, advocating for staff, and caring for dogs with complex needs. Megan also reflects on how her work shaped her perspective on animal adoption, including her decision to adopt a cat with FELV. We touch on facilit...

Send us Fan Mail This episode isn’t just an update — it’s a behind-the-scenes look at what real animal rescue actually takes. Jen Dulski breaks down the emotional rescue of 3 mamas and 26 puppies in 2 days from euthanasia, and why these moments define the heart of Always & Furever's mission.  You’ll hear the updates on the Lighthouses at Oz transforming the location into a beacon of hope,...

Send us Fan Mail We kick off Season 5 of The Doggone Truth About Rescue with powerful stories and bold visions for the future. From Moose's miraculous brain surgery and recovery, to emotional updates on foster cases, and the loss of a beloved Always & Furever alumni pup, this episode dives deep into the heart of rescue. We dive into the big plans for expanding Always and Furever — includi...

Send us Fan Mail Always and Furever is transforming rescue with Lighthouses at Osawatomie—not kennels, but true sanctuaries. These safe havens are designed for dogs who need more than food and shelter—they need peace. With four barns already delivered thanks to the incredible support at the Golden Gala, the vision is quickly becoming reality. 🐾 In this episode, we also share important heat safety...

Send us Fan Mail We’re back with another catch-up episode, and this one’s packed with big updates and even bigger heart. Founder Jen Dulski joins us to share what’s been going on behind the scenes over the past month—starting with a life-saving 4th of July weekend rescue mission that pulled over 40 dogs off the euthanasia list in Oklahoma.  We also dive into the exciting news of leasing a new buil...

Send us Fan Mail After a five-month hiatus, The Doggone Truth About Rescue is back! In this episode, we sit down with the founder Jen Dulski to get caught up on all the latest happenings—introducing mini horses to the barn, updates on Wichita, and how faith continues to shape the journey. Tune in for heartfelt stories, rescue insights, and a fresh perspective on the road ahead! Cover Dog of the Ep...

Send us Fan Mail 2024 was a huge year for fundraising, and we couldn’t have done it without YOU! 💛 In this episode, we’re looking back at the impact of last year’s efforts and diving into all the exciting ways we’re raising funds in 2025 to keep saving lives. Always & Furever is ran completely on donations & fundraisers!  Here’s what’s coming up: 🎉 Our 7-Year Anniversary Celebration! - M...

Send us Fan Mail We’re back for part two of our season kickoff, and there’s so much to share! From exciting updates to big plans for the future, we’re expanding and building out the Always & Furever podcast like never before. 🚀🐕 In this episode, we dive into: 🐾 How we’re making the podcast bigger and better 🎧 🐕 The impact we’ve made so far—and what’s next 📣 Ways YOU can get involved in t...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the Season 4 premiere of the Doggone Truth About Rescue ! Celebrate with us for reaching 25,000 downloads, a huge milestone for the podcast!  In this special episode, Jen, Syreeta, and Sheila share their personal experiences from navigating last minute fosters and energetic puppies, to loving long-term shelter residents. They reflect on the joys and challenges of being...

Send us Fan Mail In this heartfelt episode, we catch up on the community effort from our recent Wichita rally. We also take a moment to honor the lives of two special dogs who have recently crossed the rainbow bridge—sharing their stories and the love they brought into our lives in the short amount of time shared with Always & Furever.  Second half of the episode is filled with AMAZING updates...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to David's Day, a special episode honoring the memory of a beloved volunteer, David, who passed away while doing what he loved—helping animals in need. In his spirit, we dedicate the first weekend of October each year to making the world a better place. Join us as we share heartwarming stories and explore ways to bring resources, love, and hope to animals in these und...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we catch up on the recent highs and lows at Always & Furever Animal Rescue, where each day is a testament to the power of compassion. From triumphs to challenges, we reflect on how "there is beauty in everything" and find the "lessons and blessings" in our journey. We explore the truth that "where there is hope, there is life," an...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit with some of the compassionate fosters from Always and Furever who dedicate their time, energy, and love to helping dogs in need. They share their heartfelt stories of how they got involved in fostering and the emotional highs and lows that come with welcoming rescue dogs into their homes. From the joy of seeing a dog flourish to the heartache of saying goo...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we joined by Conley Reese, Kathy Copeland, and Kelly Frey to discuss the fact that since last October, over 1,300 dogs and cats have been euthanized in Wichita. A heartbreaking reality that ignites our passion to make a difference. We believe that "passion is energy for your soul," and when that passion brings people together, extraordinary things can hap...

Send us Fan Mail podcast! As we always look to improve, enjoy the journey as we navigate new ways to record our episodes. This was our first attempt of Zoom Recording and showing our faces.... our faces in fact did not end up getting recorded :-)  In this episode, we discuss the OZ shelter being on the brink of an exciting transformation. Jen Dulski discusses the launch of the Yellow Brick Road Fu...

Send us Fan Mail After a much-needed midseason break, we're thrilled to be back with exciting updates and heartwarming stories from the world of Always & Furever. During our hiatus, our team has been busy with numerous fosters, adoptions, intakes, and inspiring transformations that we can't wait to share with you. Join us as we dive back into the heart of animal rescue with important...

Send us Fan Mail Tune in as we celebrate the victories, shed light on the struggles, and ultimately, spread the message of hope and compassion for animals in need. Whether you're a longtime supporter or a newcomer to the cause, this episode promises to inspire and uplift as we navigate the rollercoaster of life within the shelter walls. Big things are coming to Always & Furever!  Cover Do...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on a heartwarming journey in this special episode of our podcast as we delve into the incredible transformations of the Osawatomie Animal Shelter ,  we shine a spotlight on the power of renovation and its profound impact on the lives of our furry friends. Renovating an animal shelter is more than just a physical transformation; it's a testament to compassion and dedic...

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we delve into the heartwarming stories and rich history of our beloved Always & Furever with some of  the individuals who laid its foundation. In this special episode, we sit down with Judy Katterhenrich, Jane Cozzolino, and Kanni Knabe who have been there since  the beginning, witnessing the shelter's evolution from humble beginnings to its current impact on t...

Send us Fan Mail If you don't dream, your dreams can't come true. In this episode we share the incredible journey of Always & Furever's new quest to raise funds for a new location.  Jen Dulski and Amy Stocker share the dreams and vision we have for a larger, more comfortable space that will allow us to rescue even more animals in need. Tune in to learn about the upcoming fundrai...