Unmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah Lauch

"It was a feeling like you wanted to protect the land and the dogs still buried on the property." Rescuer and author Tamira Thayne transformed Michael Vick's dog fighting compound into a rescue center for chained and penned dogs. Now, in her new book she reveals what they found inside those black sheds and how her life was affected by what she saw. For more about her book: www.whochainsyou.com

Why donate to Live Like Roo on Giving Tuesday? Because a moment of happiness matters for everyone.    Because when no one else is there to help, we are.    Because a cancer diagnosis should not mean the end of life.    Because when there is no hope, we provide a glimmer of it.    Today, on Giving Tuesday, choose Roo. #GivingRoosDay   https://www.ilgive.com/ organizations/live-like-roo- foundation

When Michele rescued Aladdin, he was completely broken. Little did she know, she would have to do everything in her power to save his life again. Recently, Aladdin was very sick and Michele and I crossed paths when he was diagnosed with cancer. He is an ambassador for the breed and is an inspiration to everyone.  https://www.facebook.com/aladdinnation/ Raise the Woof is presented by Fetch Pet Care...

CBD is such a hot topic. I brought Andreana on from Blooming Culture, who makes AMAZING CBD Oil products that have changed my life and my dog's life. I know you all have questions. about it and Andreana is an expert!  Use code LLR10 to order your own here: https://bloomingculture.com/collections/all More here: https://bloomingculture.com/ pages/stockist

Pam Kaplan's personal experiences have led her down a path that many people desperately need. As a pet loss grief coach, Pam helps owners who need advice and support during one of the toughest times in their life. There is no "it's just a dog" here. Pam has written an amazing book where you can also journal about your own experiences.  www.pawstocelebrate.life When you buy a book, you get a free g...

As there has been a boom in the pet industry, farm animals are also getting a lot of great exposure for how they are raised and farmed. Most people know Esther the Wonder Pig, but did you know about the sanctuary created in her honor? The secretary of the board for Happily Ever Esther Sanctuary visits with me and she was so great. 

Never has a book inspired a change in me more than this one...

"It helps us to scrub off all those layers of bs." Mary is such a great person and she is always finding way to give back. An old soul with a lot of ways you can improve your own life. I love how at such a young age, she keeps reinventing herself.  More about Unleashed Life and how to join: www.myunleashedlife.com Info about the event that benefits Live Like Roo Foundation this weekend:  https://w...

Animal-lover and advocate Pete Paxton has visited over 700 puppy mills. He has gone undercover at puppy stores and done amazing work bringing some real issues to the forefront. Now, he has a new book that pulls the curtain back on dog rescue, as well as his amazing work throughout the years. My jaw was on the floor for much of this interview. A great listen.  pre-order Rescue Dogs:  https://www. p...

Kristen Strouse of the Blind Dog Rescue Alliance joins Raise the Woof. She was also assisted by Live Like Roo Foundation when her dog Isis was diagnosed with cancer. Raise the Woof is presented by Fetch Pet Care. For ore info: fetchpetcare.co

If you have been following my social media the past few weeks, you have seen the puppy roller coaster we have been on. Now, the story behind the story of the One Tail at a Time "M Puppies" with @megan Van Paris. Megan also has started Fear Free vetting at Blum animal hospital and is teaching others about the program that is changing the lives of human and animals.    Raise the Woof is presented by...

Home Dog LA Founder Kerry Armstrong joins me for a frank discussion on helping owners who are attempting to surrender their animals to an open admission shelter. She is changing lives and doing amazing work, one dog at a time. www.homedogla.com

Mutts of the Midway may be new to the rescue game, but they have been involved in helping animals for many years. They make a huge difference in Chicago and beyond. 

I am honored to be joined by Monica Kaskey, who I met at Chicago Animal Control when she saved a very scared dog named Harrelson. She has since adopted him, had another of her dog's beat cancer and together we have done some amazing things in rescue. She and her partner Sarah are hosting a tattoo event for Live Like Roo Foundation in Milwaukee on August 10. Hope to see you there! Raise the Woof is...

Sarah Gaziano is the Director of Training & Behavior for One Tail At A Time . Her expertise with animals has paved an amazing path for her and while it is not always easy, it is certainly rewarding.

Chicagoland Rescue Intervention Support Program (CRISP) is a program at Chicago Animal Care and Control that aims to keep animals with their owners by providing help in the form of vetting or landlord help etc. If that cannot happen, CRISP tries to get the animals to rescue. On this Friday in June, CRISP was busier than ever. A little Day in the Life of CRISP. 

Jamie Katz is a glimmer of hope during a time of total despair. She is a licensed private investigator in Florida and has many tips and trick and stories from her work in helping people find their lost pets. She is an amazing human, who does very difficult work. A great guest! jamiekatzpetdetective.com

"Take all the money spent on a few old or really sick dogs and put that towards healthier pets." A few weeks ago, Foster Pet Outreach received a letter that scorned them for spending money on sick and old animals. I wanted to have Alyssa on the podcast to discuss the note and their rebuttal and we had a great conversation about it. 

Zoey was simply the most magical creature ever. All of her quirks and all of her issues taught us so much. She was one of my biggest mistakes, but certainly my favorite mistake. We met her on the way to the dentist in 2005. On the way home from the dentist after convincing Schipp we had to have her, I put $850 on my credit card at Happiness is Pets and we took her home. She was 9 weeks old. There...

Emily Porter has transformed so many matted dogs into beautiful gems. With a recent surge in gnarly dogs REALLY needing a makeover with The Hot Mess Express, Emily has been re-energized. She does so much amazing work and has so many great stories. Follow her on insta @emilygrooms dogs

"There is so much (domestic abuse) survivors can get from their relationship with their pets, not only during their crisis but in the healing after they have managed to escape. It can really help them take control of their lives again and feel loved." ~Jessica Katz Executive Director, The Safe Haven Network www.thesafehavennetwork.org  

In just 2 years, Jessica Hiltner, Co-Founder and President of Real Dogs Moms of Chicago, has built quite a brand. Many dog moms vie for a coveted feature on their social media, but more importantly, they have partnered with chicagoland rescues and foundations to bring in much needed funds for animals by throwing amazing events. She is a hustler and has a great future. 

"We cannot imagine living without her."  Ah, my whole heart. A dog that I helped to save from Chicagoland Rescue and Intervention Support Program has the absolute best life after many years of being overbred and under loved. Miss Judy Big Pig has a cut following after being rescued by One Tail at a Time and adopted by 2 amazing dudes named Evan and Alex, who have changed her life forever....but sh...