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Re-issue: Mirrors of Life w/ Ben Moon

As It Should Be Productions — Tue, 14 Jan 2025 09:00:00 +0000

MOST POPULAR 2024 EPISODE (Re-issue): We are re-issuing our interview with Ben Moon – surfer, climber, photographer, and outdoors enthusiast – as the most popular episode of Dog Save The People during 2024. Ben’s lifelong journey with dogs at different ages is something many can identify with. From seeking constant adventure to having a health scare at a young age, to now learning to appreciate slowing down and being in one place, his dogs have served as a reflection of his path at each stage. Many know his Husky and Pit mix Denali from Ben’s short film and memoir, but now his current Australian Shepherd and Husky mix Nori is helping him write a new chapter.

Looking Back w/ 2024 Guests

As It Should Be Productions — Fri, 03 Jan 2025 16:25:01 +0000

To close out the year, our annual recap episode highlights excerpts of 2024 guests who joined us on Dog Save The People. This year the conversations centered around companionship, acceptance, creativity, therapy, family, health, grief, home, and more. For more information about the episode, guests, and featured social media or links: dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/2023-recap

Positive Consistency w/ Zazie Todd, PhD

As It Should Be Productions — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 09:00:00 +0000

Human-animal behavior research and education has grown significantly over the past decade. One person who has stayed on top of these developments has been Zazie Todd, PhD, a psychologist, trainer, behaviorist, and writer. Through her website, Companion Animal Psychology, Zazie has written since 2012 about the ways science can help our animal companions have happier lives through digestible insights that everyone can understand. She writes a regular series for Psychology Today today too, called Fellow Creatures, exploring the social world of people and animals. She has also now written three books about the science behind our dogs' emotions.

In this episode, we hear from Zazie about her thoughts on better understanding the anxiety and fear of dogs at any given age, and why positive reinforcement is important.

For more information about the episode, guest, and featured links: dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/zazie-todd-2024

Art Imitates Dogs w/ Pamela Hornik

As It Should Be Productions — Tue, 03 Dec 2024 21:56:16 +0000

Pamela Hornik is an art collector based out of the Bay Area. She is a Founding member of the Institute of Contemporary Art San Francisco (ICA SF), Board member of Stanford’s Cantor Arts Center, and a Management committee member of Stanford’s Anderson Collection. Pamela and her husband, David Hornik, also regularly supports artists with funding their exhibitions, publishing their books, and more. In recent years, thanks to a deep connection with her Maltese Chihuahua mix Teddy, Pamela began to focus more on collecting dog art from contemporary artists. Eventually, this turned into a traveling exhibition called Some Dogs, which first exhibited in San Francisco in 2023 and then in Dallas in 2024.

For photos of the artwork Pamela mentions from her collection and more information:

www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/pamela-hornik-2024

Running Free w/ Lisa Jhung

As It Should Be Productions — Tue, 19 Nov 2024 16:05:52 +0000

Lisa Jhung is a freelancer outdoors writer, author, and editor. She writes a regular column about outdoor adventure gear for Outside Magazine and has also written extensively for Runner’s World. Dogs have been a constant in her life through early childhood and now as a mother. One particular way she has always loved to spend time with a dog is being out in nature. Whether running on trails or even going for a morning walk, dogs bring their joy to life to the activity, and Lisa feels it is contagious. As a writer, Lisa also feels that a dog’s company is important in her creative process.

For more information about the episode, guest, and featured links: www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/lisa-jhung-2024

Heaven for Dogs w/ Tom Turcich

As It Should Be Productions — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 17:44:00 +0000

Tom Turcich is an adventure photographer and author. In his new memoir, The World Walk, he writes about being one of 10 people to ever walk around the globe. His dog and travel buddy, Savannah, was the first to do so. Tom is a former guest of the show and returns to discuss adjusting to life back home in the US after being on the road for almost 7 years and writing a memoir about his worldwide travels. He also opens up about grieving for his beloved canine companion, Savannah, who unexpectedly passed away in recent months. Now faced with a new chapter ahead with unexpected directions, Tom is trying to embrace the power of consistency that he learned from Savannah, which was to do his best each day, and not let anything stop him from reaching his goals.

For more information about the episode, guest, and featured links: dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/tom-turcich-2024

Ahead of the Class w/ Vanessa Woods

As It Should Be Productions — Tue, 22 Oct 2024 21:15:22 +0000

Vanessa Woods is the Director of Duke University’s Puppy Kindergarten program, which studies what qualities are important in becoming a great service dog. The program is funded by the National Institute of Health and works with puppies from Canine Companions, the largest service dog provider in the United States. While this is primarily intended to learn what makes the best service dogs, it has also been informative about all dogs.

Her husband, Brian Hare, is the Founder of the Duke Canine Cognition Center, the first academic program dedicated to studying dogs in the country. Together they co-wrote a new book, called Puppy Kindergarten, where they take the valuable lessons learned from their years of research studying service dogs as the ideal model for how dogs live with us in today's culture. They share tips, activity ideas, and more insights on for all dog parents raising puppies.Their goal is to help everyone develop a happier and healthier relationship with their dogs from a young age, which carries on throughout the rest of their lives.

For more information about the episode, guest, and featured links: www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/vanessa-woods-2024

Special Report: Turkey Stray Dog Dilemma | Pt. 2

As It Should Be Productions — Tue, 15 Oct 2024 18:48:37 +0000

PART TWO - One of the most hot-button discussions in Turkey is how street dogs impact everyday citizens. Most people in cities like Istanbul are used to it, with a long tradition of living alongside them. However, in peripheral areas, there is not always as much support. When government municipalities started to push strays from city centers to outside suburban and rural areas, out of their natural environment, there have been a relatively small number of attacks and accidents. These have reportedly been sensationalized in the media, making it seem like a bigger phenomenon, and said to be weaponized by the government to instill fear.

With the Turkish parliament passing the so-called ‘massacre law’ in July 2024, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s government positioned it as a way to protect civilians from these stray dogs. However, in reality, this will be used as a way to significantly harm many strays. Animal rights activists have tried to present alternate solutions or volunteer their time and services, but so far the government has closed the door on that dialogue.

In the second episode of this two-part series, we spoke to local guests about how much stray dogs would be missed from the streets and how the government should embrace the passionate and hard-working animal rights community to reach a better solution that still addresses the overpopulation problem while going about it safely and humanely.

Guest experts featured, in order, include Ahmet Senpolat (HAYTAP, Animal Rights Federation), Nazlan Ertan (journalist), Lisanne Hillen (Melez Dog Rescue), and Elizabeth Lo (filmmaker).

For more information about the episode, guests, and featured links: dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/turkey-stray-dog-dilemma-2024-pt-2

Special Report: Turkey Stray Dog Dilemma | Pt. 1

As It Should Be Productions — Tue, 01 Oct 2024 22:10:47 +0000

The Turkish Parliament passed new legislation this summer that aims to remove all stray dogs from the streets by 2028, as these dogs are labeled by the government dangerous and causing harm to humans. This is a significant shift in policy in a country where street dogs have been embedded and accepted into its culture for centuries. Turkish animal welfare groups say in reality there are very few deadly dog attacks, but social media sensationalization and politicization of incidents have complicated debates. While everyone agrees there needs to be better plans to manage the country’s dog overpopulation, there is conflict on how to handle it. Animal advocates argue the 100,000 capacity in current shelters cannot humanely accommodate an estimated four million street dogs, calling the new stray dog legislation the “massacre law.”

In the first episode of this two-part series, we explore the unique culture tradition of stray dogs living in Turkey, and discuss the problems and challenges around this new stray dog removal law.

We spoke to several guest experts about their perspective on Turkey’s stray dog dilemma with the new law. Guests include Elizabeth Lo (filmmaker), Nazlan Ertan (journalist), Lisanne Hillen (Melez Dog Rescue), and Ahmet Senpolat (HAYTAP, Animal Rights Federation).

For more information about the episode, guests, and featured links: www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/turkey-stray-dog-dilemma-2024-pt-1

Mirrors of Life w/ Ben Moon

As It Should Be Productions — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 21:30:46 +0000

Ben Moon is a photographer and filmmaker who has integrated his passion for the outdoors into his work, including as a longtime contributor to Patagonia with climbing and surfing imagery in particular. Dogs have always been part of Ben’s life, but it was after a divorce, living out of a car, and then a colon cancer diagnosis at 29, that the companionship with his rescue dog Denali, a pit-husky mix, took on a new meaning. Their strong connection was highlighted in a 2015 short film called ‘Denali’ which honors his late dog and has amassed over two million views. As a follow-up, Ben then wrote a 2020 memoir, also entitled Denali, that took an even more introspective look at the power of their human-dog relationship.

Now at a new life stage, with his 8-year-old rescue dog Nori, an Australian shepherd and husky mix, they have settled down in a beach house on the Oregon Coast. Ben is learning to appreciate the slow build and the benefits that come from settling down in one place.

Ben speaks about his life journey and dogs with Dr. Sharon Holland, an author and distinguished Professor of American Studies at the University of North Carolina (UNC), as well as the host for Dog Save The People.

For more information about the episode, guest, and featured links: www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/ben-moon-2024

Return to Joy w/ Marianne Leone

As It Should Be Productions — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 14:25:35 +0000

Marianne Leone is an actress, screenwriter, essayist, and author. She is well-known for her recurring role in The Sopranos. After her son, Jesse, had been diagnosed with cerebral palsy and passed at a young age, Marianne found comfort in dogs. From Goody, who had been Jesse’s best friend, to current dogs of Titi and Sugar, the mix of bichon’s have provided great comfort. Along with her husband, Chris Cooper, they have been able to find joy amidst hardship. Marianne’s latest book, Five-Dog Epiphany, honors the positive impact of these dogs on her life.

The host for this episode is Dr. Sharon Holland, a Distinguished Professor of American Studies at the University of North Carolina (UNC) and contributing host for Dog Save The People.

For more information about the episode, guest, and featured links:
www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/marianne-leone-2024

Brilliantly Adaptive w/ Jennifer Holland

As It Should Be Productions — Tue, 20 Aug 2024 15:19:47 +0000

Jennifer Holland is a longtime writer for National Geographic where she has covered animal behavior, evolutionary biology, natural history, and more. She is also a book author, whose latest work ‘Dog Smart’ looks at the different ways we can re-consider the intelligence of our canine companions. Instead of anthropomorphizing them and evaluating against our own standards, we need to look at them for who they truly are.

Former guest and psychologist Dr. Chris Blazina is the contributing host for this conversation with Jennfier about her new book and what she learned in the process of writing it.

For more information about the episode, guest, and featured links:
www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/jennifer-holland-2024

Re-Issue: All Those Who Wander Aren't Lost w/ Elizabeth Lo

As It Should Be Productions — Tue, 06 Aug 2024 15:16:45 +0000

For centuries, stray dogs in Turkey have lived outside amongst their humans. These strays do not have individual guardians, but are rather taken care of by the community. Last week, at the end of July 2024, Turkey’s parliament passed a new law that aims to get the strays off the streets, which would completely change this longstanding cultural relationship. With this re-issue episode, we wanted to bring back a conversation we had with filmmaker Elizabeth Lo about her documentary on stray dogs in Istanbul.

Elizabeth Lo is an award-winning nonfiction filmmaker born and raised in Hong Kong and a graduate of the NYU Tisch School of the Arts. Her debut feature film, Stray, looks at how strays in Istanbul live and interact with a community who looks out for them.

For more information about the episode, guest, and featured links: dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/elizabeth-lo-reissue-2024

It's All On Us w/ Anastasia Stellato, PhD

As It Should Be Productions — Tue, 23 Jul 2024 19:03:53 +0000

Anastasia Stellato is the Principal Investigator at Texas Tech University’s Human-Animal Interaction Lab, where she studies animal welfare. After becoming more of a dog person in her personal and professional life, Anastasia wanted to understand better why dogs react and behave in certain ways. More importantly, she wanted to figure out how to help them further. Through her research and the One Welfare approach that takes into account human welfare and environmental context, Anastasia and her PhD students study different situations and learn how to identify causes and solutions most accurately. She believes that we are just scratching the surface of what we can learn about our dogs, how we can be better companions to them, and how to apply our learning to improve our mutual connection.

For more information about the episode, guest, and featured links: www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/anastasia-stellato-2024

Majestic Transformation w/ Winnie Au

As It Should Be Productions — Tue, 09 Jul 2024 16:58:14 +0000

Winnie Au is a photographer who has worked on many dog-related projects over the years. Her most notable project to date is Cone of Shame, with its name taken from the stigma connected to the cone-shape object dogs have to wear after medical procedures. Through her colorful and creative photos, Winnie has aimed to flip that concept around and show that this is actually a beautiful transition into a better life ahead for the dogs. What started as a small set of 12 photos turned into 60, all with different dogs and custom cones, which have now turned into a new book out this Fall.

Winnie knows from experience how a cone can lead to a better life because her own basset hound, Clementine, who had to wear one when initially being rescued from a puppy mill. Since adopting her around a decade ago, Winnie and her husband have seen Clementine’s initial PTSD, fear, and anxiety diminish greatly. Through taking care of her as a delicate rescue dog, they also realized recently that they were ready to have a child. Now, their home has entered a new stage with a senior dog and young toddler.

Pre-order Winnie’s forthcoming ‘Cone of Shame’ book (out Sept 10), filled with her amazing dog photography series:

https://www.winniewow.com/cone-of-shame

For more information about the episode, guest, and featured links: www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/winnie-au-2024

Beyond Words w/ Alexis Devine

As It Should Be Productions — Tue, 25 Jun 2024 20:42:51 +0000

Alexis Devine has been determined over the past five years to grow the types of communication she has with her dogs. It started with her sheepadoodle, Bunny, who she trained to learn 100+ pre-recorded buttons that helped express feelings, wants, and needs. Today, this has grown to include other techniques like gestural commands or pointing.

Through this process, Alexis has made sure to try to give as much agency to the dogs as possible when making these decisions. Not forcing choices on them, and instead allowing them to lead the way, also enables you to better understand their true nature by paying close attention to subtle cues. In reserving any judgement and just embracing our dogs for who they are, we can do a better job to help accommodate their needs. Along the way, we’ll likely learn a thing or two about ourselves as well.

Since last appearing on Dog Save The People in 2021, Alexis recently released a new book ‘I Am Bunny’ which you can find here:
harpercollins.com/products/i-am-bunny-alexis-devine

For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/alexis-devine-2024

Bonus: Dog Parkology | Nature Re-Enchantment | Ep. 5

As It Should Be Productions — Tue, 21 May 2024 16:21:15 +0000

EPISODE 5 of our new DOG PARKOLOGY narrative series:
We’ve become disconnected from the natural world around us. However, our dogs – and our dog parks – can help us reconnect to our environment in a more attentive and curious way. When we start to feel a deeper understanding of our place within the larger ecosystem, we can start to care more about protecting it and living symbiotically with all non-human creatures and wildlife.

Listen to Dog Parkology on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

In this episode, we hear from guest experts Annette McGivney, Anjulie Rao, and Ed Yong. This series is narrated by Jenna Blum, author and dog mom.

Dog Parkology is a show about the importance of dog parks as public space. The series is produced by As It Should Be Productions, the creators of the Dog Save The People and Dog Walk Meditation podcasts.

FEATURED LINKS
Dog Parkology website
Dog Parkology on Instagram
Jenna Blum on Instagram
Sign up for dog park people newsletter
Dog Save The People website
Dog Save The People on Apple Podcasts
Dog Save The People on Spotify
Dog Walk Meditation website
Dog Walk Meditation on Apple Podcasts
Dog Walk Meditation on Spotify

Bonus: Dog Parkology | Social Capital | Ep. 4

As It Should Be Productions — Tue, 14 May 2024 15:59:52 +0000

EPISODE 4 of our new DOG PARKOLOGY narrative series:
Third places like dog parks can help us form ties and cohesion among neighbors. Developing this trust and dependability can foster communities that are more unified, safer, and friendly. It’s also important, however, to ensure that there is equitable access for all neighborhoods to benefit from this foundational support.

Listen to Dog Parkology on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

In this episode, we hear from guest experts Megan Mueller PhD, Setha Low, Amanda McDermott, and Anjulie Rao. This series is narrated by Jenna Blum, author and dog mom.

Bonus: Dog Parkology | Common Ground | Ep. 3

As It Should Be Productions — Tue, 07 May 2024 18:43:20 +0000

EPISODE 3 of our new DOG PARKOLOGY narrative series:
Dog parks provide a chance for us to meet strangers we might not otherwise. Through our shared love for our dogs and the inherent trust of meeting another dog parent, we can foster new relationships with those around us. These interactions can allow us to widen our perspectives, increase our sense of empathy for others, and come together in greater unity.

Listen to Dog Parkology on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

In this episode, we hear from guest experts Teena Patel, Dr. Camille Ward, and Meredith May. This series is narrated by Jenna Blum, author and dog mom.

Bonus: Dog Parkology | Guided Play | Ep. 2

As It Should Be Productions — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 18:50:02 +0000

EPISODE 2 of our new DOG PARKOLOGY narrative series:
Guided Play is a learning approach borrowed from child education that may be applied to dogs, too. It involves ongoing observation and interaction to understand the subject's needs and preferences. As dog parents, we should actively pay attention to our dogs at dog parks to ensure optimal engagement. Some dogs may love socializing or only want to play catch with you. Some dogs may prefer wide open, unfenced public land to explore and express their natural instincts.

Listen to Dog Parkology on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

In this episode, we hear from guest experts Teena Patel, Dr. Camille Ward, and Meredith May. This series is narrated by Jenna Blum, author and dog mom.

Bonus: Dog Parkology | Think Outside The Fence | Ep. 1

As It Should Be Productions — Thu, 25 Apr 2024 14:50:49 +0000

EPISODE 1 of our new DOG PARKOLOGY narrative series:
Many dog parks today still resemble the traditional fenced-in spaces established almost 50 years ago. However, our understanding of how dogs think and the number of dogs in American households have grown considerably in the last few decades. Humans have also become increasingly isolated due to the usage of digital technologies and the decline of public spaces for real-life interactions. Through it all, dog parks remain one of the few enduring third places that attract all types of people. It’s more important than ever to build out from the dog park paradigm, to strengthen community ties and raise appreciation for the beauty of nature.

Listen to Dog Parkology on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

This series is narrated by Jenna Blum, author and dog mom.

Announcement: Introducing Dog Parkology

As It Should Be Productions — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 21:30:43 +0000

Introducing a new narrative series about the importance of dog parks as public space. Through expert guest interviews, the podcast will reframe how the concept of dog parks may evolve to improve our lives and the planet. The show will examine dog parks through our relationships with dogs, each other, and the land.

Listen to Dog Parkology on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

This series is narrated by Jenna Blum, author and dog mom. It is produced by As It Should Be Productions, the creators of the Dog Save The People and Dog Walk Meditation podcasts.

FEATURED LINKS
Dog Parkology website
Dog Parkology on Instagram
Dog Parkology on X
Dog Parkology on Facebook
Jenna Blum on Instagram
Sign up for dog park people newsletter
Dog Save The People on Apple Podcasts
Dog Save The People on Spotify
Dog Walk Meditation on Apple Podcasts
Dog Walk Meditation on Spotify

Re-issue: Closer Look w/ Margot Guralnick

As It Should Be Productions — Tue, 09 Jan 2024 09:21:00 +0000

MOST POPULAR 2023 EPISODE (Re-issue): We are bringing our interview with Margot Guralnick – the Architecture and Interiors Editor at Remodelista and Creator of Dog Walk Diary – as the most popular episode of the show last year. As we all learn from our dogs about how to slow down and appreciate nature, like our Dog Walk Meditation series, Margot started realizing that everything around her could make for beautiful collages. She started to make them and now has an amazing collection of art from these dog walks. She credits Enrique, her canine companion, for changing the way she goes through the world.

Looking Back w/ 2023 Guests

As It Should Be Productions — Thu, 28 Dec 2023 09:21:00 +0000

To finish the year, this episode highlights 2023 guests who joined us on Dog Save The People. This year the conversations centered around companionship, acceptance, creativity, therapy, family, health, grief, home, and more. For more information about the episode, guests, and featured social media or links: dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/2023-recap

Tiny Tim Christmas w/ John Bartlett

As It Should Be Productions — Tue, 19 Dec 2023 09:21:00 +0000

As a farewell story from our host John Bartlett, we are resurfacing a special story from him right in time for the holidays. John has had many dogs in his life, but the most special and important relationship he had was with Tiny Tim, a three-legged pit bull rescue who lost a leg on Christmas Eve one year. But with John, Tiny Tim found his forever home. They would galavant around New York City and it enriched John’s life in many ways. Tiny Tim also inspired John to create a foundation in his name to support independent dog shelters and rescues in honor of his hairy soulmate.

Announcement: New Chapter Ahead

As It Should Be Productions — Mon, 18 Dec 2023 09:21:00 +0000

Longtime show host John Bartlett is stepping down after five years on the Dog Save The People podcast. With a new job position at Parsons School of Design, he will often be traveling internationally and have more obligations that necessitate his time. We're happy to see him take this new career step. It's been a privilege for us to have John leading conversations on the show for all these years, speaking to over 150 guests. In this announcement, John shares his appreciation for the meaningful conversations fellow dog parents shared with him on the show.

Bonus: Dog Walk Meditation | Stress Relief Body Scan

As It Should Be Productions — Fri, 27 Oct 2023 14:00:50 +0000

This bonus episode features a sample meditation episode, Stress Relief Body Scan, from the new season of our Dog Walk Meditation series. This specific visualization meditation is designed to release tension throughout the body while on a dog walk, or sitting with a dog next to you. This guided body scan will slowly, from head to toe, recognize where you may be holding stress and imagine releasing tightness with each exhale. By allowing the body to decompress mindfully, you will be left feeling grounded and centered. When we are calm and stress-free, our dogs tend to reflect back a similar demeanor.

Dog Walk Meditation features short guided meditations specially designed for personal time spent with dogs, such as on daily walks together, which may strengthen your mutual connection and improve mental well-being. The goal of the show is to release the mind from distractions, reduce stress, and focus on the present moment.

FEATURED LINKS:
Dog Walk Meditation website - www.dogwalkmeditation.com
Dog Walk Meditation podcast on Apple Podcasts - www.podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dog-walk-meditation/id1649189686
Dog Walk Meditation podcast on Spotify - www.open.spotify.com/show/2I7VMN1mD7LED10CRrUkw3
Annette McGivney website - www.annettemcgivney.com
Annette McGivney on Instagram - www.instagram.com/annettemcgivney
Annette McGivney's book Pure Land - www.amazon.com/Pure-Land-Cultures-Search-Heaven/dp/0998527882/

Bonus: Dog Walk Meditation | Pure Love

As It Should Be Productions — Fri, 06 Oct 2023 21:14:02 +0000

This bonus episode features a sample meditation episode, Pure Love, from the new season of our Dog Walk Meditation series. This specific visualization meditation is designed to bring you closer to the natural world that surrounds you, wherever you are. This practice will also help you to connect and reflect on your relationship with your dog in a deeply spiritual way. Afterward, you may feel the pure love from your mutual bond and immense gratitude for having a dog in your life.

Bonus: Dog Walk Meditation | Embrace Joy

As It Should Be Productions — Fri, 22 Sep 2023 13:58:57 +0000

This bonus episode features a sample meditation episode, Embrace Joy, from the new season of our Dog Walk Meditation series. This specific walking meditation has been designed to help you gain a stronger appreciation for your dog and the natural world on your walks together. It will also direct you to notice a dog’s exuberance, and this happiness may extend into our hearts and minds. The reward from this meditation will be a feeling of joy that allows you to be more present with others in daily routines, bringing an increased sense of gratitude and fullness to life.

Bonus: Dog Walk Meditation | Sharing This Moment

As It Should Be Productions — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 19:21:52 +0000

This bonus episode features a sample meditation episode, Sharing This Moment, from the new season of our Dog Walk Meditation series. This specific walking meditation has been designed to focus on breathing, ease your mind, relax your body, and bring attention to your dog. The reward will be a calming feeling that strengthens your connection together. Learn how to take your thoughts away from the distractions of everyday life and instead ground yourself in the present moment with your dog. Plus, it can be a way for us to better get in touch with the nature around us, wherever we are. Guided by former Dog Save The People guest, Annette McGivney.

Announcement: Introducing Season 2 of Dog Walk Meditation

As It Should Be Productions — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 20:58:14 +0000

We're back from our summer break to officially announce the launch of Season 2 of the Dog Walk Meditation podcast. This trailer preview features an introduction from former guest Annette McGivney, an award-winning nature journalist and lifelong meditator. The show features short guided meditations specially designed for personal time spent with dogs, such as on daily walks together, which may strengthen your mutual connection and improve mental well-being. The goal of the show is to release the mind from distractions, reduce stress, and focus on the present moment. This season's will also emphasize the beauty in off-leash dog walks and provide guidance on how to safely prepare.

Announcement: Summer Break '23

Dog Save The People — Fri, 30 Jun 2023 10:02:00 +0000

We'll be taking a brief pause from posting new interviews during July and August. Over the Dog Days of Summer, you can follow along with us on Instagram where we'll be highlighting the beautiful work of artists that feature dogs at instagram.com/dogsavethepeople.

One thing that we'll be working on, which we're happy to now announce, is that we're in production on Season 2 of our spin-off Dog Walk Meditation podcast. We will also be sharing select episode previews in the Dog Save The People podcast feed.

Season 2 of Dog Walk Meditation will be guided by Annette McGivney – a journalist, book author, meditator, and former Dog Save The People guest! You may remember from her touching story with her dogs Sunny and Trudy and their special connection to nature.

If you haven’t heard Season 1 of the Dog Walk Meditation podcast, guided by John Bartlett, you can listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere you get your podcasts.

As an independent publisher, we appreciate any and all support to help make the show happen – from sharing our social posts, buying a t-shirt at dogsavethepeople.com/shop, leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts, or submitting ideas for guests at dogsavethepeople.com/connect. See you soon!

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Caring Lifeline w/ Kwane Stewart

Dog Save The People — Tue, 27 Jun 2023 13:48:12 +0000

Dr. Kwane Stewart is a veterinarian whose work started in hospitals and shelters but later took to the streets. For over a decade, Kwane has been helping the dogs of the unhoused – going up to people on the street and offering his medical help. Now, he and his brother Ian Stewart run the Project Street Vet nonprofit with the mission of providing medical care to the pets of people experiencing homelessness. His new book, What It Takes to Save a Life: A Veterinarian's Quest for Healing and Hope, gives first-hand insights into the special dynamics of the relationship that he’s observed over his years in the field – and why the bond of the unhoused and their dogs can be stronger than anyone else.

For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/dr-kwane-stewart - If you liked this episode, then please support our Independent podcast production, go to www.buymeacoffee.com/dogpeople to buy us a (virtual) coffee as a one-time donation or recurring monthly membership.

A Step at a Time w/ Antonia Bruce

Dog Save The People — Tue, 13 Jun 2023 13:47:49 +0000

Antonia Bruce is a UK-based artist who has worked across many mediums over the years, including drawing and painting. When she was faced with having to stay off her feet for a while due to a medical issue, two special dogs came into her life. Hal and Isla were a pair of fox hounds, who were not easy to train. But as Antonia started to slowly walk again as the puppies were learning to, they kept ramping up activity together – eventually both reaching normal levels. In addition to motivating her on a physical and mental side, the fox hound breed became a subject of artistic inspiration for Antonia in her drawings.

For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/antonia-bruce - If you liked this episode, then please support our Independent podcast production, go to www.buymeacoffee.com/dogpeople to buy us a (virtual) coffee as a one-time donation or recurring monthly membership.

Enduring Relationship w/ Richard Mercer

Dog Save The People — Tue, 30 May 2023 13:56:02 +0000

Richard Mercer facilitates a pet loss support group for the Humane Society of Boulder Valley, where he helps those working through their grief. Through his time working with those struggling to process and move forward, Richard has learned how to guide people along their journey. He realizes and stresses that everyone heals differently, and on varying timelines. Certain practices, however, can typically be beneficial for most – such as looking at how we frame the memories of our dogs for the past and future. These pet loss support groups can also provide a crucial sense of community when people can feel alone.

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Closer Look w/ Margot Guralnick

Dog Save The People — Tue, 16 May 2023 19:44:45 +0000

Margot Guralnick works as the Architecture and Interiors Editor at Remodelista for her day job, but she also discovered a personal artistic outlet through Enrique, her dog. As they would go for their walks in the neighborhood of The Bronx, and being forced to go at a slower pace due to constant sniffing, Margot started to see her surroundings in a new way and find little pieces of nature she thought were beautiful. When getting home, she would transform these into artistic collages to showcase her finds. This became Dog Walk Diary, her ongoing series that she shares on Instagram with the world. Along the way, not only did she find a new love for nature, but she finally understood how transformative dogs can be.

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Sense of Home w/ Elli Frank

Dog Save The People — Tue, 02 May 2023 10:01:00 +0000

Elli Frank is the Founder of Mr. Bones & Co, a nonprofit named in honor of her late dog, which focuses on helping out with more difficult dog rescue situations and in quality over quantity. A former guest on the show a few years ago, Elli recently set out on the first leg of the Tin Can Kennel Tour, where she listed her farm upstate for sale, got an airstream, and traveled across the U.S. with her own dogs. Along the way, they would stop at different rescue shelters for Elli to learn about their process, see how she could help any dogs they have, and figure out how to spread these ideas to the rescue community at large. They also stopped at national parks and Elli discovered a new perspective on what “home” really means to her.

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Missing Link w/ Doug Mader

Dog Save The People — Tue, 18 Apr 2023 14:37:10 +0000

Doug Mader is a triple board-certified veterinary specialist and has been a working vet for over 30 years. In his new book, The Vet at Noah's Ark, Doug writes about a year in his life in the 90's, living and working in inner city Los Angeles during the time of the Rodney King riots. Throughout his career, Doug’s work has impacted not only his relationships with animals, but with people as well – including his father, whose world was turned upside down when he got his own dog.

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Part of This World w/ Dr. Sharon Holland

Dog Save The People — Tue, 04 Apr 2023 10:01:00 +0000

Dr. Sharon Holland is a Professor in American Studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she teaches a class on animal studies. She has written several books, with her work exploring areas of race, feminist, and queer theory. Her journey alongside animals during her life, and living with dogs at home, has informed her intimate perspective around animal studies. Through gaining true connection with all the species on our wonderful planet, Sharon believes we can better connect to our humanity and bring about justice.

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Wonderful Reminder w/ Rob Grabow

Dog Save The People — Tue, 21 Mar 2023 14:57:00 +0000

With his new movie, The Year of the Dog, filmmaker and actor Rob Grabow explores how hard the cycle of addiction can be to break. However, like the main character who Rob plays in the film, having a dog by your side can be an important relationship that has helped many people to stay accountable in their journey to sobriety.

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Family Acceptance w/ Kimo Pokini

Dog Save The People — Tue, 07 Mar 2023 11:01:00 +0000

After struggling with opening up to his parents about his sexuality, Kimo Pokini adopted his dog Jazz as an adult and found a new understanding about family and acceptance. Kimo is also the Co-Founder and Director of Development for Ruff Haven Crisis Sheltering, which focuses on pet retention and keeping dogs with their people as much as possible to remain a family.

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Unifying Presence w/ Dr. Jessica Maricevic

Dog Save The People — Tue, 21 Feb 2023 11:01:00 +0000

Dr. Jessica Maricevic is the founder of Empathic Paws, an organization to help spread awareness and advocate for more therapy dogs to be brought into educational envrionments, with a focus on high schools in particular. As a teacher and a mother, and someone who has conducted studies on the topic, Jessica has a special understanding of how important social-emotional learning is for kids that age. Not only do these dogs not provide a distraction, they instead actually enhance the learning process and well-being of the students in incredibly powerful ways.

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Go The Distance w/ Tom Turcich

Dog Save The People — Tue, 07 Feb 2023 11:01:00 +0000

Tom Turcich is the 10th person to walk around the world, and he is the first to do it with a dog by his side. When he was only a few months into his journey, he adopted Savannah, a puppy at the time. It took some training, but soon enough she was walking the 24 miles a day with Tom at her side. They would go on to spend the next seven years together, going across 37 countries and making everlasting memories and a forever bond. It's an accomplishment and adventure to see the world as it is, but doing so with your best furry friend at your side makes it all the better.

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Best Part of Us w/ Susan Scheifley

Dog Save The People — Tue, 24 Jan 2023 11:01:00 +0000

Susan Scheifley is a dog and empathy coach who helps people strengthen their relationship with their dog through her consulting company - Canine Connections with Heart. She is a certified HeartMath trainer, has practiced meditation for 15 years, studied alongside dog trainers, and has taken care of and rehomed hundreds of dogs.

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Re-Issue: Selfless Protector w/ Meredith May

Dog Save The People — Tue, 10 Jan 2023 11:01:00 +0000

MOST POPULAR 2022 EPISODE (Re-issue): Meredith May is a book author and former longtime journalist at the San Francisco Chronicle, where she was shortlisted for Pulitzer Prize. Her latest book, Loving Edie, details her experience and lessons learned from an extremely anxious and sensitive canine companion who taught her how to slow down, become selfless, and find a maternal spirit.

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Looking Back w/ 2022 Guests

Dog Save The People — Tue, 27 Dec 2022 11:01:00 +0000

To wrap up the year, this episode features highlights from 2022 guests that we had the pleasure of having conversations with on Dog Save The People. As we faced a transitional year of moving back to “normal” life, one thing that has only deepened over this time is the strong sense of connection that we have with our dogs.

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Royal Treatment w/ Sheryl Dunleavy

Dog Save The People — Tue, 13 Dec 2022 11:01:00 +0000

Sheryl Dunleavy is the Founder of The Ann Parke Collection, an antique business focused mainly on dogs. The lineage of the items, particularly some like Staffordshire ceramic dogs, dates back all the way to the mid-1800s and can be traced to Queen Victoria. Prior to her reign, dogs had just been looked at as working animals. But Victoria, whose main childhood companion was a King Charles Spaniel named Dash, modeled a kinder, loving acceptance of her dog to society. When she became Queen, Victoria showed the public how dogs could be part of your home, your family, and that they should be treated properly. The public perception changed, spurring a dramatic shift around the domestication and artistic documentation of dogs. Today, Sheryl tries to honor Victoria's legacy – and how special it is to capture dogs through art – in her own collection of antiques.

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Constantly Curious w/ Ed Yong

Dog Save The People — Tue, 29 Nov 2022 11:01:00 +0000

Pulitzer Prize-winning science journalist and book author Ed Yong's latest book, An Immense World, looks at the different ways animals experience the world from a sensory level. While Ed was in the midst of writing about this topic, a canine companion came into his life (for the first time ever), and gave him new insights into his work. Raising his corgi, named Typo, allowed him to reflect daily about what his own dog might be feeling, and leaned into these thoughts with curiosity and empathy which enriched his life, reinforced his book research and made him feel closer to nature, and the planet in a more profound way.

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Bonus: Dog Walk Meditation | Feeling Gratitude

Dog Save The People — Thu, 24 Nov 2022 11:01:00 +0000

This bonus episode features a sample meditation episode, Feeling Gratitude, from a new spinoff series – Dog Walk Meditation – brought to you by the team at Dog Save The People.

This walking meditation is a way to feel a deeper and more present sense of appreciation for your dog, your life, and recognizing what you have – not what you don’t.

This seasonal series will feature short meditations specially designed for personal time spent with dogs, such as on a walk together, which may strengthen your mutual connection and improve mental well-being. The goal of the show is to release the mind from distractions, reduce stress, and focus on the present moment.

Your guide for the new show is John Bartlett, a certified meditation teacher and host of the Dog Save The People podcast. Both shows are original series produced by As It Should Be.

FEATURED LINKS

Dog Walk Meditation website - https://www.dogwalkmeditation.com

Dog Walk Meditation podcast on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dog-walk-meditation/id1649189686

Dog Walk Meditation podcast on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2I7VMN1mD7LED10CRrUkw3

Live For The Day w/ Dr. Renée Alsaraff

Dog Save The People — Tue, 15 Nov 2022 11:01:00 +0000

As a veterinary oncologist for several decades, Dr. Renée Alsaraff often treated her canine patients with cancer. But when she herself was later diagnosed with "the c-word" (as she prefers to call it), everything changed. She was forced to confront the same difficult process she was helping patients through, and this time she had her own dog at her side to help persevere. This journey inspired her new book – Sit, Stay, Heal – reflecting on the lessons she's learned in her practice and own experience over the years.

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Bonus: Dog Walk Meditation | Leaving Negativity

Dog Save The People — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 19:55:39 +0000

This bonus episode features a sample meditation episode, Leaving Negativity, from a new spinoff series – Dog Walk Meditation – brought to you by the team at Dog Save The People.

This walking meditation is designed to help us release the negativity in our lives, to open up to a wider spectrum of compassion and forgiveness. While humans may have a hard time letting go of grudges or negative thoughts, we can take a lesson from our dogs to more assuredly move forward. Dogs don’t linger on the past, they live in the moment and keep going. If we’re able to free our minds of unnecessary burden and instead let go, we can live a better daily life as a result.

Your guide for the new show is John Bartlett, a certified meditation teacher and host of the Dog Save The People podcast. Both shows are original series produced by As It Should Be.

FEATURED LINKS

Dog Walk Meditation website - https://www.dogwalkmeditation.com

Dog Walk Meditation podcast on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dog-walk-meditation/id1649189686

Dog Walk Meditation podcast on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2I7VMN1mD7LED10CRrUkw3

Life's Shepherds w/ Jenna Blum

Dog Save The People — Tue, 01 Nov 2022 10:01:00 +0000

Author Jenna Blum went through a series of life chapters and milestones with her senior dog, Woodrow, including later losing her mother. In her memoir, Woodrow on the Bench, Jenna tells the story of how they found community in Boston at their local park by just posting up on a special bench in Woodrow’s final days. The connections to neighbors, strangers, friends, and family through the bench is something that Jenna will never forget – and she has Woodrow to thank.

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Bonus: Dog Walk Meditation | Past Dog Tribute

Dog Save The People — Thu, 27 Oct 2022 21:26:53 +0000

This bonus episode features a sample meditation episode, Past Dog Tribute, from a new spinoff series – Dog Walk Meditation – brought to you by the team at Dog Save The People.

This visualization meditation will honor the dogs that have been in your life and embracing their unique nature with a dedicated moment of love. Every dog that comes into our lives is a gift. Past dogs should not be forgotten, but celebrated, and by remembering them, we move beyond grief.

Your guide for the new show is John Bartlett, a certified meditation teacher and host of the Dog Save The People podcast. Both shows are original series produced by As It Should Be.

FEATURED LINKS

Dog Walk Meditation website - https://www.dogwalkmeditation.com

Dog Walk Meditation podcast on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dog-walk-meditation/id1649189686

Dog Walk Meditation podcast on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2I7VMN1mD7LED10CRrUkw3

Follow The Trail w/ Cat Warren

Dog Save The People — Tue, 18 Oct 2022 10:01:00 +0000

Cat Warren is a New York Times bestselling author of What the Dog Knows, which tells the story of learning to work with her young German Shepherd as a cadaver dog to find the missing and dead. Currently, Cat is working on historic human remains projects where she collaborates with archeologists, public historians, and community activists on locating historical burial grounds, such as those connected to the history of Native Americans and African-Americans in the United States.

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Announcement: Introducing Dog Walk Meditation

Dog Save The People — Thu, 13 Oct 2022 22:37:28 +0000

This bonus episode features an introduction to the Dog Walk Meditation podcast, a new spinoff series from the team at Dog Save The People. This episode features a sample meditation episode, Calming Connection.

Your guide for the new show is John Bartlett, a certified meditation teacher and host of the Dog Save The People podcast. Both shows are original series produced by As It Should Be.

FEATURED LINKS

Dog Walk Meditation website - https://www.dogwalkmeditation.com

Dog Walk Meditation podcast on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dog-walk-meditation/id1649189686

Dog Walk Meditation podcast on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2I7VMN1mD7LED10CRrUkw3

On A Mission w/ Topher Brophy

Dog Save The People — Tue, 04 Oct 2022 10:01:00 +0000

Topher Brophy is an artist and author who is best known for elaborate photos of him and his dog, Rosenberg, who bear a striking resemblance. We had Topher on the podcast in the past, discussing how Rosenberg made a significant impact on his life. Now, Tohper's written a book, Dog Dad, about the strong bonds that we have with dogs and the lessons we can learn from them. From being more selfless and more accepting of others to how they give us gifts of innocence and play that we sometimes lose, there are endless ways Topher's seen how canine companions often have a positive influence on our lives.

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Feral Harmony w/ Annette McGivney

Dog Save The People — Tue, 20 Sep 2022 15:04:42 +0000

Annette McGivney is a writer, educator, and speaker with a special connection to dogs and the outdoors. While going through a difficult childhood, Annette found an escape from the pressures around her by roaming the woods with a dog by her side. Now, as an adult, she's found this still proven to be an effective outlet for working through her trauma by hiking together with her dog and letting the natural world help to heal her spirit and heart.

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Dog Support System w/ Rachel Herman

Dog Save The People — Tue, 06 Sep 2022 14:03:43 +0000

Rachel Herman founded the PAWS NY nonprofit in 2008 to help provide crucial everyday pet care services to New York City residents in need. The non-profit organization recognizes the importance for dogs to stay with their loving pet parents, keeping animals out of shelters. This is done by supporting vulnerable groups dealing with obstacles such as health issues or financial hardships with dog walking, veterinary care, and food. This way, their clients stay happy together with their pets. The PAWS NY volunteers also bond with clients over their pets and provide a vital human connection, too. Stay tuned for the ending, where a PAWS client named Joseph Paul speaks to how he has been able to stay with his dog Bonnie and provide valuable company to each other.

Please consider donating to or volunteering for PAWS NY - https://pawsny.org

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Announcement: Summer Break

Dog Save The People — Tue, 28 Jun 2022 14:35:17 +0000

We'll be taking a brief pause from posting new episodes during July and August – but don’t worry, we will be back with new, interesting guest episodes this Fall.

During our summer break, we will be working on some new show concepts to spin-off from Dog Save The People with the goal of premiering this new content in September. We are providing an exclusive sneak peek on new content development to all our friends who have donated to support the show in the past, and will seek their critical feedback as we shape the new podcast show. If you’d also like an early preview of the new spin-off show content, there is still time, and you can donate any amount of your choosing (and one-time or monthly) at www.buymeacoffee.com/dogpeople

We are passionate about highlighting the amazing ways that life is better with dogs through stories authentically told by people who experience it firsthand. And as an independent publisher, we appreciate any and all support to help make the show happen – from sharing our social posts, buying a t-shirt at www.dogsavethepeople.com/shop, leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts, or submitting ideas for guests at www.dogsavethepeople.com/connect.

Watch for our social posts over Dog Days of Summer, where we will highlight photos and illustrations from friends and artists featuring dogs, so keep following us on Instagram at www.instagram.com/dogsavethepeople. Otherwise, enjoy a walk with your dog outside and make it a great day for both of you!

Joyful Rescue w/ Lynne Cox

Dog Save The People — Tue, 07 Jun 2022 10:01:00 +0000

Lynne Cox is an open-water swimmer who has broken many records and been inducted into the International Swimming Hall of Fame. In her new book, Tales of Al, Lynne looks at the incredible role of water rescue dogs – particularly in Europe, where she studied their training in Italy – and a Newfoundland named Al specifically. These water rescue dogs are trained to swim and act as lifeguards along with their human guardians. Larger water rescue dogs may carry up to 6 people back to shore at once, saving countless lives.

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Walk It Out w/ Scott Sternberg

Dog Save The People — Tue, 24 May 2022 10:01:00 +0000

Fashion designer Scott Sternberg is best known for his successful brand Band of Outsiders, which he founded and ran for over a decade. While he had success in that space, he felt he needed more in his personal life. Enter Zod, aka General Zod, who helped him to find a better work/life balance, get outside and slow down on their walks, and even connect with the neighbors in his community (Scott deems Zod to be the "Mayor of Silver Lake").

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Rock Solid w/ Kristin Ann Jones

Dog Save The People — Tue, 10 May 2022 10:01:00 +0000

Kristin Ann Jones was going through a rough stretch – she was forced to retire early from a job she loved, she lost her mother, and her daughter developed health issues. But when the world was feeling overwhelming and she just wanted to avoid everything and everybody, her dog Archer was able to get her outside of her head and into the beautiful nature around them in the Pacific Northwest. He also got her to focus her attention on others, spending many hours as a therapy team together, and instilled many valuable lessons that informed Kristin's new book Everything I Know about Life, I Learned from My Dog.

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Mindful Presence w/ Paola Hernández

Dog Save The People — Tue, 26 Apr 2022 21:48:18 +0000

Paola Hernández is a fashion designer based in New York, born and raised in Mexico City. Growing up, she did have dogs, but they were viewed separately from the main family. However, when she met her now-husband and saw the close bond that he shared with his dog, Dusty, her perspective started to shift. Through her own dog, Pancho, she has come to truly understand how much the presence of dogs in our lives can impact us creatively, maternally, and as a collective family.

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Selfless Protector w/ Meredith May

Dog Save The People — Mon, 11 Apr 2022 10:01:00 +0000

Meredith May is a book author and former longtime journalist at the San Francisco Chronicle, where she was shortlisted for Pulitzer Prize. Her latest book, Loving Edie, details her experience and lessons learned from an extremely anxious and sensitive canine companion who taught her how to slow down, become selfless, and find a maternal spirit.

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Re-issue: Drawing Inspiration w/ Maira Kalman

Dog Save The People — Tue, 29 Mar 2022 10:01:00 +0000

As we pass the two-year mark of the pandemic, we thought it would be good to bring back one of the guests we interviewed in our office before everything shut down. You may know her great illustrations that feature dogs, but it's her journey from a fear of dogs to a special connection that makes her work even more interesting.

Maira Kalman is an Israeli-born American illustrator, writer, artist, and designer. She has written and illustrated eighteen children’s books and is a frequent contributor to The New Yorker, including creating several covers for the magazine that you may have seen before. After initially being afraid of dogs from a young age, Maira eventually had a change of heart and opened up her world to dogs. She realized how much dogs have to teach us, how they’re natural comedians, and how they make us better as people.

For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/reissue-maira-kalman

Revealing Compassion w/ Elissa Altman

Dog Save The People — Tue, 15 Mar 2022 15:03:18 +0000

Elissa Altman is an author of memoirs, essays, and narrative stories – including winning a James Beard award for her food blog, Poor Man's Feast. Her latest book, Motherland, details her complicated relationship with her mom. But when Pete the dog became a mediator of sorts, he opened up a new empathic, caring side of her mom that Elissa had never been able to see before.

For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/elissa-altman

Boundless Play w/ Pilley Bianchi

Dog Save The People — Tue, 01 Mar 2022 11:01:00 +0000

Dr. John Pilley taught his dog Chaser over 1,000 words to become "the smartest dog in the world." His daughter, Pilley Bianchi, saw the process unfold and took away many lessons – including how her dad taught Chaser through the lens of play. A lesson that is now part of the nonprofit she founded, The Chaser Initiative, which helps educate young students about how play can be beneficial to learn and how dogs can help us with that. For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/pilley-bianchi - If you liked this episode, then please support the show, go to www.buymeacoffee.com/dogpeople to buy us a (virtual) coffee as a one-time donation or recurring monthly membership.

Making The Difference w/ Robert Macpherson

Dog Save The People — Tue, 15 Feb 2022 11:01:00 +0000

Robert Macpherson served in the U.S. Marines as an aid worker and career infantry officer – earning multiple awards of valor – with service in Vietnam, Iraq, and Somalia. Following that, he led humanitarian response missions worldwide for fifteen years at the humanitarian organization CARE. Returning back to everyday, regular life situations was not an easy transition. It took a while for Robert to realize he couldn't do this alone. And while he tried therapy and other methods of treatment, there was still something missing. That all changed once his service dog, Blue, came into his life. He helped Robert to go out in public again comfortably, temper his night terrors, and be in the right space to write his new book, Stewards of Humanity. For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/robert-macpherson If you liked this episode, then please support the show, go to www.buymeacoffee.com/dogpeople to buy us a (virtual) coffee as a one-time donation or recurring monthly membership.

Unwavering Friend w/ Dr. Chris Blazina

Dog Save The People — Tue, 01 Feb 2022 21:34:55 +0000

Dr. Chris Blazina is a licensed psychologist and author who specializes in male psychology. He came to recognize the importance of animal companions in the lives of men, especially dogs. While the term “Man’s Best Friend” has been around for centuries, we may not be fully aware how important dogs were to many well-known historic figures. In his new book, Dr. Blazina discovered that men such as Charles Darwin or Sigmond Freud had significant bonds with their dogs that brought them peace at later times of their lives when they didn't find that in fellow humans. For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/dr-chris-blazina

Inner Reflections w/ Grisha Stewart

Dog Save The People — Tue, 18 Jan 2022 11:01:00 +0000

Grisha Stewart is a dog training expert, author, and online dog school facilitator based in Oregon, who specializes in dog reactivity and canine empowerment. She has been training dogs for two decades and counting, using empowerment and positive reinforcement to meet the needs of dogs. In 2010, she developed BAT (Behavior Adjustment Training) to find an efficient rehabilitation technique that would work with her own dog's fear issues and help gain confidence, social skills, and improve behavior overall. She has also observed over time how the ways we interact with our dogs reflect back our own behavior and how we can learn about ourselves with a deeper look at it. For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/grisha-stewart

Re-issue: Pay It Back w/ George Hahn

Dog Save The People — Tue, 04 Jan 2022 11:01:00 +0000

As our most popular episode of 2021, we are re-issuing our interview with George Hahn – a jack of many trades (social media consultant, writer, actor, and sartorialist). As a kid, he briefly had a dog who eventually went to live on a farm after a few years because George was not ready for the responsibility at that age. He vowed to one day adopt a dog as an adult. When he finally did, to make amends, the canine companionship grew to be more important to his life than he even expected. Host John Bartlett talks to George Hahn about how he fulfilled a promise to his under-appreciated childhood dog, to get his own dogs as an adult and center his attention and love on them. For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/george-hahn

Looking Back w/ 2021 Guests

Dog Save The People — Fri, 31 Dec 2021 11:01:00 +0000

To cap off the year, we put together an episode with highlights from guests we’ve had the pleasure of meeting during 2021. While we are entering the second year of the pandemic, we found the bonds that we have with our dogs continue to provide us comfort, humor, and companionship during this crucial time. For more information about the episode, guests, and featured social media or links: www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/2021-recap

Re-issue: All You Really Need w/ John Bartlett

Dog Save The People — Tue, 21 Dec 2021 11:01:00 +0000

We are re-issuing this Freedom Ride episode with our show host John Bartlett, where he shares the backstory of his late three-legged pit bull, Tiny Tim - who lost his leg in a car accident on Christmas Eve. His story is about their journey together from the North Shore Animal League Shelter to a forever home with John. Tiny Tim inspired John to create a foundation in his name to support independent dog shelters and rescues in honor of his hairy soulmate. For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/reissue-john-bartlett-tiny-tim

Modern Muse w/ Marta Roca

Dog Save The People — Tue, 07 Dec 2021 16:22:57 +0000

Marta Roca is the Founder and Creative Director of Four&Sons Magazine, a print and online publication that looks at dogs through the lens of creativity and culture that sheds light on how dogs act as 'muses' to inspire artists. For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/marta-roca

Every Life Stage w/ Tracy Beckerman

Dog Save The People — Tue, 23 Nov 2021 18:41:20 +0000

Tracy Beckerman is a book author, columnist, and speaker who is most known for her “Lost In Suburbia” syndicated column. When she became a mother, she knew wanted to provide the same great experience she had at their age – having a dog as part of your family. Riley came into their lives and became a best friend to the kids, but also to Tracy herself as they spent their own time together during school hours. Through that process, Tracy saw many parallels to the journey of how her kids grew up and how the dog grew up alongside them from a puppy. In her new book, Barking at the Moon, she looks back on the humor and great memories of those times. For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/tracy-beckerman

Canine Classmates w/ Holly Sjogren

Dog Save The People — Tue, 09 Nov 2021 21:16:49 +0000

Holly Sjogren is an elementary school teacher in Huntington Beach, California, where she also doubles as a puppy raiser for Guide Dogs of America. The nonprofit trains and matches service dogs to those who are visually impaired, as well as autistic children and more. Holly tells Ellen Ballon Dante, our West Coast Correspondent from Deity Animal Rescue, about her experience bringing the dogs in training to her fifth-grade classroom and seeing extremely positive, reciprocal relationships between the dogs and students. For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/holly-sjogren

Air Traffic Companions w/ Heidi Huebner

Dog Save The People — Tue, 26 Oct 2021 10:01:00 +0000

Heidi Huebner is the Founder and Director of the Pets Unstressing Passengers, or PUPs, program at LAX. Airports can often be stressful and anxious places to travel through, but PUPs bring in therapy dogs and volunteers to help bring comfort and relief during their travels. It allows people to take a moment to slow down amidst the rush, connect with the dogs and with one another, and sprinkle in joy to their day. For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/heidi-huebner

One Day At A Time w/ Ashley McCaffrey

Dog Save The People — Tue, 12 Oct 2021 17:47:33 +0000

Ashley McCaffrey is an Air Force veteran and special education teacher who’s healing journey from PTSD has been bolstered by the aid of Hope, her service dog. Having the black lab by her side has allowed Ashley to feel more comfortable with everyday tasks, such as grocery shopping, as well as providing crucial support during a tough time teaching in the pandemic. The inseparable pair were matched by K9s For Warriors, a nonprofit organization uniting highly-trained service dogs with military veterans. Rory Diamond, the CEO, also shares a few words about the recently passed PAWS Act that aims to help unite as many veterans with service dogs as possible. For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/ashley-mccaffrey

Forever Bond w/ Dr. Linda Harper

Dog Save The People — Tue, 28 Sep 2021 16:44:45 +0000

Dr. Linda Harper is a clinical psychologist and pet bereavement specialist who helps people to overcome the loss of their pets by focusing on the positive takeaways and how we can keep their legacy of love alive and strong. Linda found this approach after the loss of her own dog, Chilidog, who inspired her to start these Healing Hearts Workshops. For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/dr-linda-harper

Active Listening w/ Alexis Devine

Dog Save The People — Tue, 14 Sep 2021 10:01:00 +0000

Alexis Devine has trained her sheepadoodle, Bunny, to “speak” using buttons that play pre-recorded words and phrases. Through this deepened level of communication, Alexis found that their bond had been strengthened, and that dogs can teach us to be better at expressing our own feelings and listening to others. www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/alexis-devine

Better Together w/ Jack Jackson

Dog Save The People — Tue, 31 Aug 2021 10:01:00 +0000

Jack Jackson is the Co-Founder of the Don’t You Want Me Project, which highlights the empowerment and healing the queer and trans community has found in the unconditional acceptance of their dogs. Jack shares about the project, his dog photography, and how his Boxer named Jet impacted his life in a new city. For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/jack-jackson

Celebrating Differences w/ Chris Hannah

Dog Save The People — Tue, 17 Aug 2021 14:13:26 +0000

Chris Hannah is an elementary school teacher who along with his “deaf superhero” pitbull, Cole, has made it a mission to help teach students the importance of empathy. In particular, they try to teach this in relation to those with special needs, like Chris’ nephew. They started The Team Cole Project to make this happen and so far it’s been effective, with students being able to see these lessons differently through the eyes of a dog. For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/chris-hannah

Unconditional Acceptance w/ Christine Hassing

Dog Save The People — Tue, 03 Aug 2021 10:01:00 +0000

Christine Hassing is an author, leadership mentor, and inspirational speaker. Her soulmate dog, Roo, inspired her first memoir “To the Moon and Back to Me” and sparked her passion for writing. But while Christine’s first book focused on her own dog relationship, her new book “Hope Has a Cold Nose” illuminates the stories of veterans and the healing power of their service dogs. Dealing with PTSD, veterans are able to find a friend they need through their furry companion’s unconditional acceptance. For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/christine-hassing

Precious Moments w/ Sally Muir

Dog Save The People — Tue, 20 Jul 2021 10:01:00 +0000

Sally Muir is a dog artist, author, and former knitwear designer. Her lifetime love for dogs eventually became her artistic muse, focusing on the beauty and patience of dogs in their old age, and what they can teach us about how we live our own lives. European Correspondent, Nina May of Wunderdog Magazine, talks to Sally about her work and how her own senior dogs inspired her new book, “Old Dogs.” For more information about the episode, guest, links, and featured social media: https://www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/sally-muir

Making Sense of Dogs w/ Ellen Furlong

Dog Save The People — Tue, 06 Jul 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Host John Bartlett talks to Ellen Furlong, an Associate Professor of Psychology at Illionis Wesleyan University, about her lifetime work studying dog behavior – which includes an emphasis on the importance of smell for dogs. For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/ellen-furlong

New Way to Play w/ Sylvia Heisel

Dog Save The People — Tue, 22 Jun 2021 10:01:00 +0000

Sylvia Heisel is an award-winning fashion designer and now the Co-Founder of DogPark Production. It’s a company she started with her husband, Scott Taylor, to rethink the idea of what dog parks could be. Initially they were making 3D-printed furniture and concrete features for parks, but now they have expanded to entire parks – including the new Dog World Dog Park in North Carolina that they worked on. Their goal is to create a more engaging experience for dogs and their humans, making it a better place for us all to spend time. For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/sylvia-heisel

Safe Space w/ Nick Poulton

Dog Save The People — Tue, 08 Jun 2021 13:54:40 +0000

New European Correspondent, Nina May, talks to Nick Poulton about Dudes & Dogs, a mental health wellbeing initiative for men that is based around the simple idea of going for a walk together with your dogs and opening up about your feelings. For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/nick-poulton

Shared Comfort w/ Kate Leaver

Dog Save The People — Tue, 25 May 2021 10:01:00 +0000

Host John Bartlett talks to Kate Leaver about how her new book, Good Dog, which tells positive stories of how dogs help people cope with life hardships and how that's backed up with science. For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/kate-leaver

Deeper Message w/ Michael Burke

Dog Save The People — Tue, 11 May 2021 10:01:00 +0000

Host John Bartlett talks to Michael Burke, dog behavior consultant and life coach, about how our own actions can be reflected in our dogs. He shares what he has learned through his own experience with dogs, and insights from his extensive dog psychology and mindfulness training. For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/michael-burke

Safest Bet w/ Philip Tedeschi

Dog Save The People — Tue, 27 Apr 2021 10:01:00 +0000

Host John Bartlett talks to Philip about how he co-founded the Institute for Human-Animal Connection and what he's learned about the dog-human relationship in his decades of research. For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/philip-tedeschi

Taking Care w/ Topher Brophy

Dog Save The People — Tue, 13 Apr 2021 13:30:00 +0000

Host John Bartlett talks to Topher Brophy about his journey to fatherhood that really started with becoming a Dog Dad to his furry soulmate, Rosenberg, who he adopted after struggling to find his purpose in early adulthood. For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/topher-brophy

All Those Who Wander Aren't Lost w/ Elizabeth Lo

Dog Save The People — Tue, 30 Mar 2021 10:01:00 +0000

Host John Bartlett talks to Elizabeth Lo about her experience filming the 'Stray' documentary and how Istanbul's way of living with stray dogs as an independent part of society and really enriches the city life for the whole community . For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/elizabeth-lo

Pay It Back w/ George Hahn

Dog Save The People — Tue, 16 Mar 2021 10:01:00 +0000

Host John Bartlett talks to George Hahn about how he fulfilled a promise to his childhood dog, who he neglected, to get his own dogs as an adult and take care of them. For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/george-hahn

Emotional Antidote w/ Dr. Robert Garafalo and Jesse Freidin

Dog Save The People — Tue, 02 Mar 2021 12:01:00 +0000

Host John Bartlett talks to Dr. Robert Garafalo about the journey of his dog helping him through his HIV diagnosis, and his new book 'When Does Heal' about how dogs have helped people with HIV across the country (a collaboration with returning guest and dog photographer, Jesse Freidin). For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/dr-robert-garafalo-and-jesse-freidin

Lifeline Renewed w/ Lara Bazelon

Dog Save The People — Tue, 16 Feb 2021 22:53:33 +0000

Correspondent Ellen Ballon Dante of Deity Animal Rescue talks to a fellow single mother, Lara Bazelon, about how the pandemic puppy she got for her family and two kids ended up actually being even more important for herself. For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/lara-bazelon

Tribute With a Smile w/ Peter Bogyo

Dog Save The People — Tue, 02 Feb 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Host John Bartlett talks to Peter Bogyo about his book, "A Dog’s Life: A Collection of Humorous Tributes Celebrating Man’s Best Friend." They discuss what he discovered across writing obituaries for different dogs and the happiness people shared during their dog’s life together. For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or links: dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/peter-bogyo

Major Win w/ Joy McCullough

Dog Save The People — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 16:35:39 +0000

President-elect Joe Biden’s dog, Major, will make history this week as the first-ever rescue dog to live in The White House. Host John Bartlett talks to author Joy McCullough about the importance of this moment and how the qualities of a dog parent mirror a good leader. For more information about the episode, guest, and featured social media or guest links: https://www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/joy-mccullough

Re-issue: Wondrous Again w/ Dean Koontz

Dog Save The People — Tue, 05 Jan 2021 19:25:35 +0000

We are re-issuing our interview with book author Dean Koontz as it was the most popular episode of Dog Save The People during 2020. With the circumstances this past year of the pandemic, many found comfort and normalcy in the simple act of taking their dog for a walk every day. With Dean, observing his dog’s curiosity during walks, helped him to re-look at the world, he started being more observant of his immediate surroundings, more appreciative of everyday natural life outside We thought it would be fitting to share his episode again, as it's so representative of many dog owners around the world are feeling – now, more than ever. Dean Koontz is a number one bestselling author whose work spans six decades and has had both commercial and critical success. His books have sold more than 500 million copies to date. Koontz also has written about several dog characters in his work, including his new book DEVOTED. Dean has had three dogs of his own now – each of whom has had their own impact on him, but especially his first dog, Trixie. The dogs have come from Canine Companions for Independence, an organization that provides assistance dogs free of charge to adults, children, and veterans with disabilities – of which has become Dean’s favorite charity for giving his time and resources. Dogs have impacted Dean both on a personal and professional level, and you can really hear it in his voice. - SOCIAL MEDIA - Website - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dogsavethepeople/ - Twitter - https://twitter.com/dogsavetheppl - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dogsavethepeople - FEATURED LINKS - Dean’s new book DEVOTED on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Devoted-Dean-Koontz/dp/1542019508 - Dean’s new book ELSEWHERE on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Elsewhere-Dean-Koontz/dp/1542019850 - Dean’s upcoming book THE OTHER EMILY on Amazon (March 2021) - https://www.amazon.com/Other-Emily-Dean-Koontz/dp/1542019958 - Dean Koontz website - https://www.deankoontz.com - Dean Koontz on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/deankoontzofficial - Dean Koontz on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/deankoontzofficial - Dean Koontz on Twitter - https://twitter.com/deankoontz - Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) website - https://www.cci.org - Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ccicanine - Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/caninecompanions - Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) on Twitter - https://twitter.com/ccicanine - A Big Little Life memoir on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Big-Little-Life-Memoir-Joyful-ebook/dp/B004VNZHDC - Trixie’s books - https://www.deankoontz.com/trixie-booklist/

Looking Back w/ 2020 Guests

Dog Save The People — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 18:50:10 +0000

For the last day of the year, we thought it would be a good time to look back on the many guests we’ve had the pleasure of hosting on the podcast throughout 2020. During this crazy year, our dogs have kept us sane: whether helping provide normalcy during daily walks in the wild outdoors, keeping us company during an isolated time, or just giving us something to chuckle about during sobering moments. Thank you for listening to our show and helping us share these stories. We hope to bring you more great episodes in 2021, and for it to be a better year for everyone and their dogs. - SOCIAL MEDIA - Website - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dogsavethepeople - Twitter - https://twitter.com/dogsavetheppl - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dogsavethepeople- Shop - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com/shop - Creative Commons Music by Jason Shaw on Audionautix.com

Right Boy, Right Time w/ Porochista Khakpour

Dog Save The People — Wed, 16 Dec 2020 00:06:05 +0000

Porochista Khakpour was struggling with an undiagnosed case of late-stage Lyme Disease, having to go through medical treatments every day. As a suggestion to help Porochista get through her disease recovery, her doctor encouraged her to consider an emotional support dog. He said there could be a positive impact on her health as a result, and he was right. She got a poodle puppy and never looked back. That dog, Cosmo, helped motivate her to take hikes outside, focus on someone else by taking him to puppy school, and bring a level of unconditional love that has led to them being an inseparable pair ever since. It's clear that Cosmo was crucial to her recovery and finding a new, positive way forward in her life. - SOCIAL MEDIA - Website - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dogsavethepeople - Twitter - https://twitter.com/dogsavetheppl - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dogsavethepeople - FEATURED LINKS - Porochista Khakpour on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pchza - Porochista Khakpour on Twitter - https://twitter.com/PKhakpour - Porochista Khakpour on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/PorochistaKhakpourAuthor - Porochista Khakpour’s book about her illness, SICK (2018) - https://www.amazon.com/Sick-Memoir-Porochista-Khakpour/dp/006242873X - Porochista Khakpour’s latest book, Brown Album: Essays on Exile and Identity (2020) - https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/598265/brown-album-by-porochista-khakpour/

Woman's Best Friend w/ Kristen Kidd

Dog Save The People — Tue, 08 Dec 2020 20:29:51 +0000

Kristen Kidd is a photographer who launched the Woman’s Best Friend Project to share the dynamic bond between women and their canine companions as a riff on the traditional “Man’s Best Friend” idea. With it, she wanted to create a community of inclusion and understanding. Kristen has photographed dozens of women and their dogs as part of the project, covering important stories of the furry and female relationship. - SOCIAL MEDIA - Website - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dogsavethepeople - Twitter - https://twitter.com/dogsavetheppl - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dogsavethepeople - FEATURED LINKS - The Woman’s Best Friend Project website - https://www.womansbestfriendproject.com - The Woman’s Best Friend Project on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/womansbestfriendproject - Kristen Kidd Photography website - http://www.kristenkiddphotography.com - Kristen Kidd Photography on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kristenkiddphotography - Kristen Kidd Photography on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kristenkiddphotography - Kristen Kidd Photography on Twitter - https://twitter.com/photo_kidd - Harley’s Haven Dog Rescue - https://www.harleyshavendogrescue.com - Brandywine Valley SPCA - https://bvspca.org

My Safe Place w/ Amy Shelle

Dog Save The People — Tue, 01 Dec 2020 20:11:29 +0000

Amy Shelle is the Founder of Dogs for GRETA, which trains service dogs for survivors of sexual assault diagnosed with PTSD. Usually, civilians have few options for service dog training as it is typically reserved for veterans. As a sexual assault survivor, Amy recognized an unmet need for services dogs for people with similar situations to hers. With degrees in animal science and social work, she brought that experience together to create an organization with a specialized service dog training program. The organization’s name was inspired by her previous dog, Greta, who was the first dog she worked with to help her heal, overcome trauma, and move forward with life. - SOCIAL MEDIA - Website - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dogsavethepeople - Twitter - https://twitter.com/dogsavetheppl - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dogsavethepeople - FEATURED LINKS - Dogs for GRETA website - https://dogsforgreta.weebly.com - Dogs for GRETA on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DogsForGRETA - Dogs for GRETA on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dogsforgreta

Signs of Love w/ Jenni Williams

Dog Save The People — Tue, 24 Nov 2020 16:20:26 +0000

Jenni Williams’ husband was serving in the British Army, which led them to move to the U.S. on assignment for a period of time. Due to the circumstances, Jenni was unable to work with her visa status. To use her time, she decided to do volunteer work instead, landing on fostering. It turned out to be one of the most important decisions she ever made. Over time, Jenni ended up taking in 15 dogs over the years. Later, she had a daughter, Eve, who was born with a severe disability of a very rare chromosome condition, as well as epilepsy. However, even though Eve is only able to show love in a nonverbal manner, Jenni is able to understand the nontraditional communication thanks to her canine soulmate, Jess, and the other dogs she had fostered. All of these experiences inspired her to write a book: Rescued — Adventures with Down and Out Dogs. - SOCIAL MEDIA - Website - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dogsavethepeople - Twitter - https://twitter.com/dogsavetheppl - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dogsavethepeople - FEATURED LINKS - Rescued: Adventures with Down and Out Dogs book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Rescued-Adventures-Down-Out-Dogs/dp/1695093143 (free on Kindle Unlimited) - Jenni Williams on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jenniwdog - Jenni WIlliams on Twitter - https://twitter.com/jenniwdog - Frederick Animal Control and Adoption Center (FCAC) - https://frederickcountymd.gov/15/Animal-Control

Answering The Call w/ Jake Windell

Dog Save The People — Wed, 18 Nov 2020 00:11:46 +0000

Jake Windell is an LA county firefighter who has a therapy dog, named Echo, who he brought into his fire station to help make a difference in the ongoing mental health crisis of the fire world. Firefighters are often seen as a tough group, where it can be sometimes hard to break down emotional walls. They risk their lives daily to save others and 1-in-5 firefighters actually suffer from post-traumatic stress or cumulative stress injuries (and even that is underreported, as it’s still not common to report this type of injury). However, through the Peer Support Team that Jake is involved with, they are trying to make actionable changes to address mental health. One of the successful efforts so far has been with Echo, where having a dog around provides comfort to the firefighters and allows them to feel more comfortable to talk about how they may be handling emotional distress. (Lindsay Bird, one of our West Coast Correspondents from Deity Animal Rescue, takes on hosting duties for this conversation) - SOCIAL MEDIA - Website - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dogsavethepeople - Twitter - https://twitter.com/dogsavetheppl - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dogsavethepeople - FEATURED LINKS - Echo The Fire Dog on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/echothefiredog - Patriotic Service Dog Foundation website - https://www.patrioticservicedogfoundation.org - Patriotic Service Dog Foundation on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/22tozerodogs - Patriotic Service Dog Foundation on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/patrioticservicedogfoundation

Mission Inspired w/ Lizz Whitacre

Dog Save The People — Tue, 10 Nov 2020 22:35:26 +0000

Lizz Whitacre is the Founder and CEO of Pawlytics, a cloud-based software for animal shelters and rescues who want to save more dogs. Lizz has always been interested in animals and got her first dog at 13, the oldest and most unadoptable one she could find. And while she gave them another chance at life, that dog then inspired her within the short few years they were together. A fuel started within Lizz, then 15, for a mission to help dogs and animals everywhere. By her senior year of high school, she became the co-owner of a Minnesota rescue shelter that she had started volunteering at. After pursuing different self-started companies and endeavors over the years within the industry, she is today running Pawlytics (a culmination of all her experience) with the aim of implementing an innovative and modern software system for the animal welfare industry in order to help have the most efficient process in place everywhere to find homes for every dog that needs one. - SOCIAL MEDIA - Website - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dogsavethepeople - Twitter - https://twitter.com/dogsavetheppl - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dogsavethepeople - FEATURED LINKS - Pawlytics website - https://pawlytics.com - Pawlytics on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Pawlytics - Pawlytics on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pawlytics - Pawlytics on Twitter - https://twitter.com/pawlytics

Maternally Grateful w/ Isabel Serna

Dog Save The People — Tue, 03 Nov 2020 21:29:45 +0000

Isabel Serna is the founder of Black Lamb Studio, a Miami-based design studio. She recently published a book, Dog Mom: A Love Story, that she wrote and illustrated. It was based on her experience with her dog, Charlie, a french bulldog who she got when she was 30 and who completely changed her perspective on being a nurturer and caregiver – even preparing her for eventually becoming a loving and caring Aunt to a recently born niece.

SOCIAL MEDIA - Website - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dogsavethepeople - Twitter - https://twitter.com/dogsavetheppl - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dogsavethepeople - FEATURED LINKS - Black Lamb Studio, Isabel’s studio - http://www.blacklambstudio.com - Isabel Serna’s Dog Mom: A Love Story book on her website - https://www.blacklambshop.com/products/dog-mom-book - Shop for Black Lamb Studio, with other dog products from Isabel - https://www.blacklambshop.com - Special Offer: Use the code DOGSAVETHEPEOPLE for 15% off anything in the Black Lamb Studio shop - Black Lamb Studio on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/blacklambstudio - Black Lamb Studio on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/blacklambstudio - Amazon page for Dog Mom: A Love Story book - https://www.amazon.com/Dog-Mom-Story-Isabel-Serna/dp/1523508108

Like My Own Child w/ Hope Dawson

Dog Save The People — Tue, 27 Oct 2020 16:54:41 +0000

Hope Dawson is a mother of two kids and a wonderful dog, Coco, who all come together to be a family. After going through a domestic violence situation, Hope was able to go to the People and Animals Living Safely (PALS) program in New York City at the Urban Resource Institute (URI), where they were able to stay together. Coco helped Hope, and the kids, during this unsettling time and gave them much-needed support to get through it. - SOCIAL MEDIA - Website - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dogsavethepeople - Twitter - https://twitter.com/dogsavetheppl - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dogsavethepeople - FEATURED LINKS - Urban Resource Institute (URI) website - https://www.urinyc.org - Urban Resource Institute (URI) on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/uri_nyc - Urban Resource Institute (URI) on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/URINYC - Urban Resource Institute (URI) on Twitter - https://twitter.com/URI_NYC - People and Animals Living Safely (PALS) - https://www.urinyc.org/uripals - Previous episode with URI CEO, Nathaniel Fields, and PALS Director, Danielle Emery - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/uri-pals-nathaniel-fields-danielle-emery

Emotional Constant w/ Chris Blazina

Dog Save The People — Tue, 20 Oct 2020 17:02:50 +0000

Dr. Chris Blazina is a licensed psychologist, retired professor, and award-winning author. He has been in practice for nearly 25 years, focusing in particular on men and their depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief & loss, relationship problems, and pet bereavement. In his work, Chris has found dogs to be an important companion and part of a male’s life that is not able to be found in the same way as with any human. - SOCIAL MEDIA - Website - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dogsavethepeople - Twitter - https://twitter.com/dogsavetheppl - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dogsavethepeople - FEATURED LINKS - Dr. Chris Blazina’s website - http://www.chrisblazinaphd.com - Dr. Chris Blazina on Twitter - https://twitter.com/DrChrisBlazina - Dr. Chris Blaizna’s book When Man Meets Dog: What a difference a dog makes! on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/When-Man-Meets-Chris-Blazina/dp/1845848799/ - Dr. Chris Blaizna’s book Men and Their Dogs: A New Understanding of Man's Best Friend on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Men-Their-Dogs-Understanding-Friend/dp/3319300954/ - Dr. Chris Blaizna’s book Clinician's Guide to Treating Companion Animal Issues: Addressing Human-Animal Interaction on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/012812962X - Dr. Chris Blaizna’s book The Psychology of the Human-Animal Bond: A Resource for Clinicians and Researchers on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/The-Psychology-Human-Animal-Bond-Researchers/dp/1461461960 - Dogs Deserve Better - https://dogsdeservebetter.org

Now and Here w/ Rabbi Gadi Capela

Dog Save The People — Tue, 13 Oct 2020 15:44:23 +0000

Rabbi Gadi Capela leads the Congregation Tifereth in Greenport on the North Fork of Long Island. Throughout his life, he has had a strong connection to dogs – from always having them as a kid to having several since in his adult life. During his studies and life experience, he has learned about why dogs have such a strong connection to us as humans. - SOCIAL MEDIA - Website - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dogsavethepeople - Twitter - https://twitter.com/dogsavetheppl - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dogsavethepeople

By Your Side w/ Nathaniel Fields and Danielle Emery

Dog Save The People — Tue, 06 Oct 2020 17:34:32 +0000

This is a special episode of Dog Save The People with two guests from the same organization. First up is Nathaniel Fields, the CEO of the Urban Resource Institute (URI). It’s a nonprofit organization that has done crucial work in the New York City community for 40 years now – including the development in the past decade of People and Animals Living Safely (PALS) program under URI. The creation of PALS in 2013 made it the first pet-friendly domestic violence shelter in NYC. Second up in the episode is Danielle Emery, the Director of PALS. Today, it serves as an important and safe place for dog-owners suffering from domestic violence to be able to escape to and stay together with their dogs, who play a crucial and important role as part of their family in the healing process. - SOCIAL MEDIA - Website - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dogsavethepeople - Twitter - https://twitter.com/dogsavetheppl - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dogsavethepeople - FEATURED LINKS - Urban Resource Institute (URI) website - https://www.urinyc.org - Urban Resource Institute (URI) on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/uri_nyc - Urban Resource Institute (URI) on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/URINYC - Urban Resource Institute (URI) on Twitter - https://twitter.com/URI_NYC - People and Animals Living Safely (PALS) - https://www.urinyc.org/uripals

Elevating Focus w/ Winnie Au

Dog Save The People — Tue, 29 Sep 2020 17:27:29 +0000

Winnie Au is a photographer based in Brooklyn, NY, who has found a muse in dogs throughout her career. She specializes in creating poignant and playful editorial dog photos. After her own dog, Tartine, received a cancer diagnosis, she pursued a long, traumatic, and expensive treatment plan that ultimately could not save her pet. This experience inspired Winnie to partner with a non-profit for a photo series to raise awareness for those who need financial assistance for medical bills of their dogs. The photo series, Cone of Shame, also flips the negative stigma of dogs wearing cones around their heads and presents them in an artistic, positive, and playful light. The eye-catching photos helped get attention for Animal Haven's Recovery Road Fund, which helps take away the burden of choice based on affordability for your dog’s care. - SOCIAL MEDIA - Website - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dogsavethepeople - Twitter - https://twitter.com/dogsavetheppl - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dogsavethepeople - FEATURED LINKS - Winnie Au’s website - https://www.winniewow.com - Winnie Au on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/winniewow - Winnie Au’s dog, Clementine, on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/clemclemthebasset - Winnie Au on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/winnieauphotography - “Cone of Shame” photo series - https://www.winniewow.com/coneofshame - Canine Chronicles book - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/coneofshame/canine-chronicles - Animal Haven's Recovery Road Fund - https://animalhaven.org/support

Too Lucky w/ Kelcey Otten

Dog Save The People — Tue, 15 Sep 2020 15:09:08 +0000

As a Real Estate agent, Kelcey Otten had the great idea of bringing dogs up for adoption to her open listings (with her clients permission in advance, of course). Ever since she was young, Kelcey was exposed to the rescue and foster world through her mother and has now taken that torch and initiative on her own. She also has two rescues of her own, Stella and Rosie, and has fostered many others. - SOCIAL MEDIA - Website - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dogsavethepeople/ - Twitter - https://twitter.com/dogsavetheppl - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dogsavethepeople - FEATURED LINKS - Kelcey Otten on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kelceyotten - Kelcey Otten’s Real Estate page with Compass - https://www.compass.com/agents/kelcey-otten - Paws4Survival website - http://www.paws4survival.com - Paws4Survival on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/paws4survival_rescue - Paws4Survival on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Paws4Survival

Heartfelt Change w/ David Toussaint

Dog Save The People — Tue, 01 Sep 2020 16:48:52 +0000

David Toussaint is a writer, commentator, theatre critic, playwright and author. Since 1997, he has written articles for Brides magazine, Conde Nast Traveler, Gay Financial Network, Outsider Ink, Diversion magazine, and more. He was an editor at Conde Nast and a three-time guest editor for Francis Ford Coppola's online magazine Zoetrope. He has also been a full-time columnist for GayWeddings.com, HuffPost, and more. He has also written four books, including one about his dog DJ – who had a big impact on his life and helped him get out of a depression in his 40’s. - SOCIAL MEDIA - Website - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dogsavethepeople/ - Twitter - https://twitter.com/dogsavetheppl - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dogsavethepeople - FEATURED LINKS - David Toussaint on Twitter - https://twitter.com/drtoussaint - David Toussaint on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DavidsDRT - David’s book, DJ: The Dog Who Rescued Me on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/DJ-Dog-Who-Rescued-Me/dp/1938501276

Extension of Me w/ Kimberly Elliott

Dog Save The People — Tue, 18 Aug 2020 16:34:52 +0000

Kimberly Elliott is the Founder of the Be Like Josh Foundation. She is a proud dog mother to Josh, a dog with cerebellar hypoplasia. While initially being nervous about being able to take care of a dog with a disability and what that might be like, Josh has completely transformed her world for the better. Her aim with his organization is to enlighten others about his condition and using that as a tool for a general acceptance of our fellow beings. - SOCIAL MEDIA - Website - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dogsavethepeople - Twitter - https://twitter.com/dogsavetheppl - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dogsavethepeople - FEATURED LINKS - T

Growing Together w/ Brad Kriser

Dog Save The People — Tue, 04 Aug 2020 16:43:11 +0000

Brad Kriser is the Chief Education Officer of Independent Pet Partners (IPP). Recently, they did a study about the 5 Pillars of Pet Wellness to help dogs and their humans live happier lives. Brad speaks about what those pillars are, why they’re important, and why dogs play such a big part of our lives. He has also had many dogs throughout his life since birth and has had a bond that he could not imagine living without. - SOCIAL MEDIA - Website - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dogsavethepeople - Twitter - https://twitter.com/dogsavetheppl - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dogsavethepeople - FEATURED LINKS - Independent Pet Partners (IPP) website - https://www.ipphl.com - Independent Pet Partners Collaborates with University of Denver to Define Pet Wellness (5 Pillars) article in Pet Business - http://www.petbusiness.com/Independent-Pet-Partners-Collaborates-with-University-of-Denver-to-Define-Pet-Wellness - Kriser’s website - https://krisers.com - Kriser’s on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kriserspets - Kriser’s on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kriserspets - Loyal Companion website - https://loyalcompanion.com - Chuck and Don’s website - https://chuckanddons.com - Natural Pawz website - https://naturalpawz.com

Embracing Responsibility w/ Sarah Liss

Dog Save The People — Tue, 21 Jul 2020 09:01:00 +0000

Sarah Liss is a writer and editor. She is the author of the book Army of Lovers, a community history of the late artist and LGBTQ activist Will Munro. While she had always been against having kids, she became more ready and accepting of the challenge of parenthood after the transformative experience she had with her dog, Harriet. Currently, she lives in Toronto with her partner, Lisa, and their two sons and their other dog, Lula. - SOCIAL MEDIA - Website - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dogsavethepeople - Twitter - https://twitter.com/dogsavetheppl - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dogsavethepeople - FEATURED LINKS - Sarah Liss on Twitter- https://twitter.com/lisstless - Sarah Liss on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lisstless - Sarah Liss’ article mentioned, How My Rescue Dog Changed My Life - https://www.chatelaine.com/living/real-life-stories/how-a-rescue-dog-changed-my-life

Proving Dogs Love w/ Clive Wynne

Dog Save The People — Tue, 07 Jul 2020 10:01:00 +0000

Dr. Clive Wynne is the Founding Director & Principal Investigator of Arizona State University’s Canine Science Collaboratory. His work and studies involve looking at the question, “What makes dogs special?” At a roadblock in fully tapping into what he was trying to discover with his findings, Clive had help from his own dog - Xephos - who helped him form a greater understanding of the human to dog relationship. Last Fall, he released a book entitled “Dog Is Love: Why and How Your Dog Loves You” that looks at dogs' love through a scientific lens. - Clive’s book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Dog-Love-Why-Your-Loves/dp/132854396X - Clive Wynne website - https://www.clivewynne.com - Clive Wynne on ASU - https://psychology.asu.edu/content/clive-wynne - Clive Wynne on Twitter - https://twitter.com/caninecognition - Clive Wynne on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/clive.wynne.7 - Clive Wynne on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/clivewynne

Bringing People Together w/ Brian Taylor

Dog Save The People — Tue, 23 Jun 2020 19:24:27 +0000

Known as “The Dogfather of Harlem" in New York City, Brian Taylor has been running his dog business – the Harlem Doggie Day Spa – for almost a decade. Initially from West Africa, he came over to America when he was 13 years old and found his way to New York City after college. With his business, he’s been very involved in his neighborhood to help bring people together, make the Harlem dog community stronger, and offer the services that people may need. And while keeping the business going during the pandemic has been tough, he’s been finding his way through it and is now about to embark on The Pup Pandemic Relief Tour across the country to help dogs in need of grooming. - SOCIAL MEDIA - Website - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dogsavethepeople/ - Twitter - https://twitter.com/dogsavetheppl - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dogsavethepeople - FEATURED LINKS - The Pup Pandemic Relief Tour on GoFundMe (DONATE) - https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-pandemic-pup-relief-tour - The Pup Relief Tour website - https://www.puprelieftour.com - Brian Taylor on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dogfatherofharlem - Harlem Doggie Day Spa website - https://harlemdoggiedayspa.com - Harlem Doggie Day Spa on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/harlemdoggiedayspa - Harlem Doggie Day Spa on Twitter - https://twitter.com/harlemdoggiespa - Harlem Doggie Day Spa on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/HarlemDoggieDaySpa

Q&A - How Do I Show Affection To My Dog?

Dog Save The People — Tue, 09 Jun 2020 10:01:00 +0000

For this Q&A minisode, John Bartlett talks about the ways that you can show love to your dog that they will understand. Dogs crave appreciation and look to their owners as the leader of the pack. So how you act, and what you may be feeling towards them, can make them feel loved. He talks about specific examples that can work including certain types of touch, talk, play, and the act of being emotionally present. - SOCIAL MEDIA - Website - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dogsavethepeople/ - Twitter - https://twitter.com/dogsavetheppl - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dogsavethepeople - FEATURED LINKS - “Dogs Can Understand Human Speech, Scientists Discover” article in The Independent UK - https://www.independent.co.uk/news/science/dogs-can-understand-human-speech-scientists-say-a7216481.html - “Dogs Can Read Human Emotions” article in Reuters - https://www.reuters.com/article/us-dogs-emotions-idUSKCN0VP1DH - “The Data Says ‘Don’t Hug The Dog!’” article in Psychology Today - https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/canine-corner/201604/the-data-says-dont-hug-the-dog - Tiny Tim Rescue Fund - http://www.johnbartlettny.com/tiny-tim-rescue-fund - John Bartlett NY website - http://www.johnbartlettny.com John Bartlett NY on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnbartlettny/ - John Bartlett NY on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/JohnBartlettNY - John Bartlett NY on Twitter - https://twitter.com/johnbartlettNY

Never Giving Up w/ Peter Philipakos

Dog Save The People — Tue, 26 May 2020 10:01:00 +0000

FREEDOM RIDE - Peter Philipakos is a retired Greek-American soccer/futbol/football midfield player. He found a stray dog, Jack, while playing in Greece. The two formed a close bond (along with Peter’s fiancé, Natasha) and grew inseparable. They decided to take him in and give this special dog a happy, forever home. Peter also decided to take an early retirement from playing the game he loved to make sure Jack had the best of everything. Now, the three of them live in Los Angeles, California, living a sunny new life.

This is the first episode with our new West Coast Correspondents, Ellen Ballon Dante and Lindsay Bird of Deity Animal Rescue.

“Freedom Ride” is a series of individual stories on DSTP that focuses on guests telling their own inspiring, rescue-based tales.

SOCIAL MEDIA
Website - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dogsavethepeople/

Twitter - https://twitter.com/dogsavetheppl

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dogsavethepeople

FEATURED LINKS

Peter Philipakos on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/peter.philipakos

Deity Animal Rescue website - https://www.deitydogsandgoods.com/dogs

Deity Animal Rescue on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/deityanimalrescue

Deity Animal Rescue on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/deityanimalrescue

Deity Animal Rescue on Twitter - https://twitter.com/deityanimalresq

Lindsay from Deity on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/birdandthedogs

Q&A - How Do Dogs Help Us Make Friends?

Dog Save The People — Tue, 19 May 2020 10:01:00 +0000

For this Q&A minisode, John Bartlett answers about how dogs help us make friends. They connect us to people we wouldn’t otherwise meet, are great icebreakers, and even turn into deeply personal connections (especially in places like the dog park).

SOCIAL MEDIA
Website - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dogsavethepeople/
Twitter - https://twitter.com/dogsavetheppl
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dogsavethepeople

Cesar Fernandez-Chavez episode on Dog Save The People - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/cesar-fernandez-chavez

Anna Lai episode on Dog Save The People - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/anna-lai

Rebecca Ascher-Walsh episode on Dog Save The People - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/rebecca-ascher-walsh

Be In The Moment w/ Alan Cumming

Dog Save The People — Tue, 12 May 2020 18:44:33 +0000

Alan Cumming is a three-time Emmy-nominated and Tony-award winning actor. With his husband, illustrator Grant Shaffer, they have always had dogs as part of their pack. Along with strengthening their relationship, the dogs have also taught Alan about being more in the moment at all times. He and Grant have also created two books around their previous dogs, Honey and Leon, and are working on an upcoming animated TV show based on them. Currently, they have two other great dogs by their side in Lala and Jerry.

FEATURED LINKS
Alan Cumming on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alancummingsnaps

Alan Cumming on Twitter - https://twitter.com/Alancumming

Alan Cumming website - http://www.alancumming.com

Book of The Adventures of Honey and Leon on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Adventures-Honey-Leon-Alan-Cumming/dp/0399557970

Book of Honey and Leon Take The High Road on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Honey-Leon-Take-High-Road/dp/0399558004

Grant Schaffer website - http://grantshaffer.com

Grant Schaffer on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/granteepants

Grant Schaffer on Twitter - https://twitter.com/granteepants

Club Cumming website - https://clubcummingnyc.com

Club Cumming on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/clubcumming

Club Cumming on Twitter - https://twitter.com/ClubCumming

Club Cumming on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/clubcumming

Mark Welsh episode on Dog Save The People - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/mark-welsh

Book of Sweetie: From the Gutter to the Runway Tantalizing Tips from a Furry Fashionista on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Sweetie-Gutter-Runway-Tantalizing-Fashionista-ebook/dp/B00287KD0U

Global Strays website - https://www.globalstrays.org

Global Strays on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/globalstrays

Q&A - How Should I Greet A Dog?

Dog Save The People — Tue, 05 May 2020 10:01:00 +0000

For this Q&A minisode, John Bartlett answers about the best way to greet a dog. Importantly, he reminds us to always ask permission from dog owners before touching their animals.

Teacher's Pet w/ Cara Zelas

Dog Save The People — Tue, 28 Apr 2020 16:46:40 +0000

Cara Zelas is an early childhood teacher. While her dog, Little Dude, has changed her life in several ways – she's not the only one he's impacted. After training him to be a therapy dog through the Good Dog Foundation, they connected her with hospitals and schools to visit children and adults dealing with the trauma of disease, disability, and disaster. Little Dude provided them a level of comfort and relief during their hard times. Seeing that impact inspired Cara to bring Little Dude into more classrooms and use a dog, which kids always love, as a way to teach kids about kindness, empathy, and more. That our actions matter and even one little thing can make a big difference. She was inspired to write a set of curriculum and books around these findings and lessons, which she also shares online for parents (and other teachers) to be able to use for learning with their own kids – which are especially helpful when parents are trying to work on educational activities with their kids at home.

FEATURED LINKS
The Big World of Little Dude website - https://www.worldoflittledude.com
The Big World of Little Dude on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/worldoflittledude
The Big World of Little Dude on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/worldoflittledude
Weekly Online Lesson Plans - https://www.worldoflittledude.com/product-category/lesson-plans
The Good Dog Foundation website - http://thegooddogfoundation.org
The Good Dog Foundation on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gooddogtherapy
The Good Dog Foundation on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thegooddogfoundation
The Good Dog Foundation on Twitter - https://twitter.com/GoodDogTherapy
Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) website - https://casel.org

Q&A - Why Consider Adopting A Senior Dog?

Dog Save The People — Tue, 21 Apr 2020 10:01:00 +0000

Welcome to the third episode of our new Q&A minisode series, where we will feature a curious question about canine/human behavior and relationships. For this question, John Bartlett answers about why you should consider getting a senior or older dog.

FEATURED LINKS
Yonkers Animal Shelter - https://www.facebook.com/YonkersShelter

Wondrous Again w/ Dean Koontz

Dog Save The People — Tue, 14 Apr 2020 10:01:00 +0000

Dean Koontz is a number one bestselling author whose work spans six decades and has had both commercial and critical success. His books have sold more than 500 million copies to date. Koontz also has written about several dog characters in his work, including his new book DEVOTED. Dean has had three dogs of his own now – each of whom has had their own impact on him, but especially his first dog, Trixie. The dogs have come from Canine Companions for Independence, an organization that provides assistance dogs free of charge to adults, children, and veterans with disabilities – of which has become Dean’s favorite charity for giving his time and resources. Dogs have impacted Dean both on a personal and professional level, and you can really hear it in his voice.

FEATURED LINKS
Dean’s new book DEVOTED on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Devoted-Dean-Koontz/dp/1542019508

Dean Koontz website - https://www.deankoontz.com

Dean Koontz on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/deankoontzofficial

Dean Koontz on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/deankoontzofficial

Dean Koontz on Twitter - https://twitter.com/deankoontz

Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) website - https://www.cci.org

Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ccicanine

Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/caninecompanions

Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) on Twitter - https://twitter.com/ccicanine

A Big Little Life memoir on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Big-Little-Life-Memoir-Joyful-ebook/dp/B004VNZHDC

Trixie’s books - https://www.deankoontz.com/trixie-booklist/

Q&A - How Do I Prepare Emergency Plans For My Dog?

Dog Save The People — Tue, 07 Apr 2020 23:08:40 +0000

Welcome to the next episode of our new Q&A minisode series, where we will feature a curious question about canine/human behavior and relationships. For the second question, John Bartlett answers about how you can prepare an Emergency Plan for your dog in case of something happening to you.

FEATURED LINKS
CDC website for Pet Safety in Emergencies - https://www.cdc.gov/healthypets/emergencies/index.html

CDC website for Pet Disaster Preparedness Kit - https://www.cdc.gov/healthypets/emergencies/pet-disaster-prep-kit.html

More info and references included on our website post: https://www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/q-a-emergency-plan

Stabilizing Force w/ Lisa Miller

Dog Save The People — Tue, 31 Mar 2020 22:04:42 +0000

Lisa Miller is a staff writer and Contributing Editor at New York Magazine. Her dog, Callie, came to her during the time of Hurricane Sandy and is now helping her through an even worse catastrophe with the coronavirus and its quarantine situation. Taking her dog Callie on their routine of walks is a return, even if just briefly, to normalcy during these strange, uncertain times. Recently, she wrote an article for The Cut (Walking the Dog Is the Only Time I Feel Sane) about this, too.

FEATURED LINKS
The Cut article by Lisa Miller, “Walking The Dog Is The Only Time I Feel Sane” - https://www.thecut.com/2020/03/walking-the-dog-is-the-only-time-i-feel-sane.html

Lisa Miller’s website - https://lisaxmiller.com

Lisa Miller on Twitter - https://twitter.com/lisaxmiller

New York Magazine’s website - https://nymag.com

The Cut’s website - https://www.thecut.com

Q&A - How Do Dogs Show Love?

Dog Save The People — Tue, 24 Mar 2020 22:27:18 +0000

Welcome to the first episode of our new Q&A minisode series, where we will feature a curious question about canine/human behavior and relationships. For the launch question, John Bartlett answers how dogs communicate love to their owners, providing both scientific rationale and personal evidence from his beloved dog pack at home – including humorously reminding us how very special those big, sloppy “welcome home” slobber kisses are from our dogs.

FEATURED LINKS
2015 Study via Science Magazine for Oxytocin-gaze Positive Loop And The Coevolution Of Human-dog Bonds https://science.sciencemag.org/content/348/6232/333.abstract
• Department of Animal Science and Biotechnology, Azabu University, Sagamihara, Kanagawa, Japan
• Department of Physiology, Jichi Medical University, Shimotsuke, Tochigi, Japan
• University of Tokyo Health Sciences, Tama, Tokyo, Japan
• Also discussed on Quartz:
https://qz.com/386144/science-proved-you-and-your-dog-fall-in-love-when-you-look-in-each-others-eyes/

We Are Family w/ Simon Doonan

Dog Save The People — Tue, 17 Mar 2020 18:06:19 +0000

Simon Doonan is the Creative Ambassador-at-Large for Barneys New York and has worked in fashion for over almost four decades. He has also written several books and is currently a judge on the NBC show Making It with Amy Poehler and Nick Offerman. With his husband, Jonathan Adler, they have had two dogs – one named Liberace, and then another named Foxylady. It brought them a sense of being a family while also learning how to look after someone else.

FEATURED LINKS
Drag: The Complete Story (A Look at the History and Culture of Drag) book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Drag-Simon-Doonan/dp/178627423X
Making It TV show on NBC - https://www.nbc.com/making-it
Simon Doonan website - http://www.simondoonan.com
Simon Doonan on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/simondoonan
Simon Doonan on Twitter - https://twitter.com/simondoonan
Simon Doonan on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Simon-Doonan-289857374404381/

Stop The World w/ Isabeau Maxwell

Dog Save The People — Tue, 10 Mar 2020 22:48:05 +0000

FREEDOM RIDE - Isabeau Maxwell had grown up with dogs when she was younger, but she didn’t adopt her first senior dog until she was a mother with two kids. It was then when Apple came into her life and instantly changed her perspective. Eventually, Isabeau started Love for Senior Paws - an organization whose mission is to advocate and support senior animals.

FEATURED LINKS
Love For Senior Paws website - https://loveforseniorpaws.org
Love for Senior Paws on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/loveforseniorpaws
Love For Senior Paws on Facebook - https://business.facebook.com/loveforseniorpaws

Source of Therapy w/ Grace French

Dog Save The People — Tue, 03 Mar 2020 21:55:28 +0000

Around two years ago, Grace French started having intense nightmares while dealing with personal trauma, getting little-to-no sleep. She turned to training with a dog to help wake her up during them and overall help with her anxiety. The results made a big difference, and Grace has been able to keep improving and moving forward ever since with the help of her trusty sidekick, Bentley. In addition, Grace is the Founder and President of The Army of Survivors, a national organization focused on education, advocacy, and support for child athlete survivors of sexual violence.

FEATURED LINKS
Bentley the Dog on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bentleyythegoodboyy
Grace French on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gfrench555
The Army of Survivors website - https://www.thearmyofsurvivors.org
The Army of Survivors on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thearmyofsurvivors
The Army of Survivors on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thearmyofsurvivors
The Army of Survivors on Twitter - https://twitter.com/survivorsarmy
New York Times article, A Guide Dog For Nightmares - https://www.nytimes.com/2020/01/23/well/mind/a-guide-dog-for-nightmares.html

Part of the Family w/ Mimi Swartz

Dog Save The People — Tue, 25 Feb 2020 23:54:14 +0000

Mimi Swartz is an Executive Editor and Author at Texas Monthly. Throughout her life, Mimi’s whole family has had a relationship with dogs. However, it was her Dad especially who was the most connected. His relationship, in particular with the dogs later in his life, showed her the ultimate power of how dogs and humans can bond together. During both good and bad times, dogs provided a level of companionship to her Dad that was crucial to his well-being.

FEATURED LINKS
Mimi Swartz full article on her Dad and his dogs - https://www.texasmonthly.com/articles/life-in-dog-years
Mimi Swartz all articles at Texas Monthly - https://www.texasmonthly.com/author/mimi-swartz
Mimi Swartz on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mimiswartz
Mimi Swartz on Twitter - https://twitter.com/mimiswartz
Mimi Swartz website - https://www.mimiswartz.com
Texas Monthly website - https://www.texasmonthly.com
Texas Monthly on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/texasmonthly
Texas Monthly on Twitter - https://twitter.com/TexasMonthly
Texas Monthly on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/texas.monthly.magazine

Empathy Unleashed w/ Audrey Hendler

Dog Save The People — Tue, 18 Feb 2020 17:53:10 +0000

Audrey Hendler is the Founder and Executive Director of A Fair Shake, a program that uses the power of registered therapy dogs to help middle school children develop a foundation of empathy and self-esteem, and reduce bullying. As the kids learn to work with the dogs they learn about themselves and each other in ways that open up new possibilities for their lives. Previously, Audrey had worked at Puppies Behind Bars - a program where prison inmates help train and raise service dogs for wounded war veterans and first responders, as well as explosive-detection canines for law enforcement, which inspired her to create A Fair Shake.

FEATURED LINKS
A Fair Shake website - https://www.afairshakeforyouth.org
A Fair Shake on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/fairshake4youth
A Fair Shake on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AFairShakeforYouth
A Fair Shake on Twitter - https://twitter.com/fairshake4youth
Puppies Behind Bars website - https://www.puppiesbehindbars.com
Puppies Behind Bars on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/puppiesbehindbarsorganization
Puppies Behind Bars on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/PuppiesBehindBarsOrganization
Puppies Behind Bars on Twitter - https://twitter.com/pbborganization

Picture Perfect w/ Jesse Freidin

Dog Save The People — Tue, 11 Feb 2020 13:50:00 +0000

Jesse Freidin is a professional freelance dog photographer, who creates memorable images of dogs and their owners. Based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, he shoots primarily in black-and-white and always sets out to capture the true essence of a given dog (and, if requested, their owner). During his time in this field, for over a decade now, he has learned a lot about the dog and human relationship from his work. He has also worked on several book projects exploring that relationship as well, including topics like shelter workers and HIV-diagnosed individuals – and the relationship all of these different people have with dogs.

FEATURED LINKS
Jesse Freidin website - https://www.jessefreidin.com
Jesse Freidin on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jessefreidin
Jesse Freidin on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/jessefreidin
Jesse Freidin on Twitter - https://twitter.com/jessefreidin
Finding Shelter book - https://www.findingshelterportraits.com
When Dogs Heal project - http://www.wdhproject.org
The Little Guild of St Francis Animal Shelter - https://www.littleguild.org

Stay Gold w/ Ruchi Vikas

Dog Save The People — Tue, 04 Feb 2020 21:10:14 +0000

Ruchi Vikas went through a really tough period in her life when she lost a friend to suicide, which led to her adopting her dog Ponyboy. He’s been a big part of her finding her way forward, including traveling with Ruchi around to 48 states and counting. Ponyboy has also helped her become better at different aspects of her job in the psychiatry field, including learning how to better listen to patients and be more open.

FEATURED LINKS
Ponyboy and Ruchi on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the.prancing.ponyboy
Animal Care Centers of NYC (ACC) website - https://www.nycacc.org
Animal Care Centers of NYC (ACC) on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nycacc
Animal Care Centers of NYC (ACC) on Twitter - https://twitter.com/NYCACC
Animal Care Centers of NYC (ACC) on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NYCACC
Oregon Humane Society website - https://www.oregonhumane.org
Oregon Humane Society on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/oregonhumane
Oregon Humane Society on Twitter - https://twitter.com/OregonHumane
Oregon Humane Society on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/OregonHumane

Data To The Rescue w/ Mark Davis

Dog Save The People — Tue, 28 Jan 2020 23:45:30 +0000

Mark Davis is a data scientist who focuses on researching statistics, numbers, and information about dogs. He started an organization called Save All The Pets with the idea of using this data to help save dogs by using that information to apply a smarter approach to the rescue world. Not to mention, trying to overall gain a better understanding of the dogs around us in general.

FEATURED LINKS
Save All The Pets website - https://www.saveallthepets.org
Save All The Pets on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/saveallthepetsassn
Save All The Pets on Twitter - https://twitter.com/saveallthepets
Save All The Pets on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/saveallthepetsassn
Doggy Data Zone website - http://www.doggydatazone.com
Doggy Data Zone on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/doggydatazone
Doggy Data Zone on Twitter - https://twitter.com/doggydatazone
Doggy Data Zone on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/doggydatazone

Paws For Help w/ Devon Apodaca

Dog Save The People — Tue, 21 Jan 2020 21:44:42 +0000

Devon Apodaca is the Executive Director at the Humane Society of Imperial County, trying to save one dog at a time in a rural California community along the US/Mexico border region. Being in an economically disadvantaged area along the Border Region has meant dealing with limited resources, overcoming language and cultural barriers, and managing the ever-increasing number of strays/medical emergencies of pets. Devon has been impacted by many dogs who have touched his life in profound ways enough for him to carry on regardless of the many obstacles, politics, and limitations he faces on a daily basis never losing hope of the end result.

FEATURED LINKS
Humane Society of Imperial County on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/HSOIC
Humane Society of Imperial County website - https://www.imperialcountyhumane.org
Humane Society of Imperial County on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/humanesocietyic

Drawing Inspiration w/ Maira Kalman

Dog Save The People — Tue, 14 Jan 2020 22:18:50 +0000

FEATURED LINKS
Maira Kalman website - https://www.mairakalman.com
Maira Kalman on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mairakalman
Maira Kalman on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Maira-Kalman-1602431913332189/
Maira Kalman on Twitter - https://twitter.com/mairakalman
What Pete Ate: from A To Z book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/What-Pete-Ate-Maira-Kalman/dp/014250159X
Beloved Dog book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Beloved-Dog-Maira-Kalman/dp/1594205949
Françoise Mouly, Art Editor of The New Yorker - https://www.newyorker.com/contributors/francoise-mouly
Julie Saul Projects - http://juliesaulprojects.com
Isaac Mizrahi episode of Dog Save The People - https://www.dogsavethepeople.com/episodes/isaac-mizrahi

You Got This w/ Ellen Ballon Dante

Dog Save The People — Wed, 08 Jan 2020 04:02:36 +0000

Ellen Ballon Dante is the Founder and CEO of Deity Animal Rescue and is based in Los Angeles. After initially starting Deity as a jewelry line, she realized she could use the success that business was having to help raise money to rescue dogs. Already having worked as a volunteer in the rescue world, Ellen knew how much every dollar helps. Since then, the Deity Animal Rescue nonprofit has helped with hundreds of dogs.

FEATURED LINKS
Deity Animal Rescue on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/deityanimalrescue
Deity Animal Rescue on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/deityanimalrescue
Deity website - https://www.deitydogsandgoods.com
Store Address:
Deity Dogs + Goods
148 South Doheny Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
Deity Animal Rescue on Twitter - https://twitter.com/deityanimalresq
Deity Jewels on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/deityjewels
Lindsay Bird on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/birdandthedogs
Wet Dog candle - https://www.deitydogsandgoods.com/product-page/wet-dog-candle
Puppy breath candle - https://www.deitydogsandgoods.com/product-page/puppy-breath-candle

Looking Back w/ 2019 Guests

Dog Save The People — Tue, 31 Dec 2019 16:18:50 +0000

For our last post of the year, we wanted to look back at all the guests we’ve had throughout 2019 and some of the moments they’ve shared on the show. This episode features a selection of moments from a variety of guests that were interviewed on our show this year.

All You Really Need w/ John Bartlett

Dog Save The People — Tue, 24 Dec 2019 07:01:00 +0000

CHRISTMAS EVE SPECIAL / FREEDOM RIDER - John Bartlett came to prominence when he started his own self-titled Men’s Fashion collection in 1991, becoming a fixture for years in the fashion industry. He has been featured on platforms such as The New York Times, Washington Post, GQ, Charlie Rose, and more. Later, John created a specialty line of dog-themed apparel and accessories with all profits supporting his “Tiny Tim Rescue Fund” (named after his three-legged rescue dog of the same name). Bartlett has long championed the issues of animal rights and welfare. He has worked alongside the Humane Society of the United States, the North Shore Animal League, and other animal rights organizations helping to raise awareness and spread the message of compassion. At the start of 2019, the Dog Save The People podcast launched with John as the host. To date, he has spoken with around 50 guests about their stories with their dogs, looking at the positive ways they impact humans. Currently, John resides in New York City and is the proud owner of two rescues and a purebred Bernese Mountain Dog.

FEATURED LINKS
Tiny Tim Rescue Fund - http://www.johnbartlettny.com/tiny-tim-rescue-fund
John Bartlett NY website - http://www.johnbartlettny.com
John Bartlett NY on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnbartlettny/
John Bartlett NY on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/JohnBartlettNY
John Bartlett NY on Twitter - https://twitter.com/johnbartlettNY
North Shore Animal League website - https://www.animalleague.org
North Shore Animal League on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/animalleague/
North Shore Animal League on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/theanimalleague
North Shore Animal League on Twitter - https://twitter.com/AnimalLeague
Animal Care Centers of NYC (aka the ACC) website - https://www.nycacc.org
ACC on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nycacc/
ACC on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NYCACC
ACC on Twitter - https://twitter.com/NYCACC

As Nature Intended w/ Teena Patel

Dog Save The People — Tue, 17 Dec 2019 16:19:13 +0000

Teena Patel is the Founder and CEO of the University of Doglando, a dog training and behavior company based in Orlando, Florida. After originally being raised in Kenya, Teena came to the United States in her teenage life. While she was interested in working with animals from a young age, she discovered the idea of dog training and found her passion in that field. Incorporating her experiences from Kenya into her practice, Teena has aimed for Doglando to be a place where dogs can be in an open environment and to have them live in the most natural and enriching way possible.

FEATURED LINKS
Doglando’s website - https://doglando.com
Doglando on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/doglando
Doglando on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/universityofdoglando
Doglando on Twitter - https://twitter.com/doglando
Teena Patel’s website - https://www.teenapatel.com

Perfect Mix w/ Julie Watson-Daly

Dog Save The People — Wed, 11 Dec 2019 04:00:28 +0000

Julie Watson-Daly was going through a tough divorce and was figuring out her next steps. But with the help of different rescue dogs coming into her life, she's been able to keep making her way through this new stage of her life and finding happiness again. Additionally, she's gotten involved with the One Love Animal Rescue organization in New Jersey as a result, where she's found fulfillment and a purpose from as well.

FEATURED LINKS
Julie Watson-Daly on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jwdaly610/
Julie Watson-Daly on Twitter - https://twitter.com/jdaly0805
Julie Watson-Daly’s book “On Purpose” on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1949351181
One Love (New Jersey) Animal Rescue website - http://oneloveanimalrescue.org
One Love (New Jersey) Animal Rescue on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/oneloveanimalrescuenj/
One Love (New Jersey) Animal Rescue on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/oneloveanimalrescueNJ/

Voice For The Voiceless w/ Pete Paxton

Dog Save The People — Tue, 03 Dec 2019 21:14:47 +0000

Pete Paxton is an undercover investigator who has infiltrated over 700 puppy mills and rescued many dogs as a result. While dogs and other animals can’t always speak up for themselves, Pete tries to help them out and make sure they’re treated right. In his new book – Rescue Dogs: Where They Come From, Why They Act the Way They Do, and How to Love Them Well – he talks about the different terrific dogs he’s rescued and gives advice for anyone adopting or living with rescues.

FEATURED LINKS
• Pete’s book “Rescue Dogs: Where They Come From, Why They Act the Way They Do, and How to Love Them Well” - https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/599676/rescue-dogs-by-pete-paxton-with-gene-stone/
• For reference, Pete does not have social media.
• CAPS Investigation Journal into NYC - https://www.caps-web.org/caps-investigators-journal-the-truth-behind-new-york-pet-shops/
• Dogs Deserve Better - https://dogsdeservebetter.org
• HBO’s “Dealing Dogs” Documentary - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0775452/
• Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons - https://arfhamptons.org
• Animal Rescue League of Iowa - https://www.arl-iowa.org
• Austin Pets Alive - https://www.austinpetsalive.org

Second Chance w/ Marika Meeks

Dog Save The People — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 22:45:56 +0000

Marika Meeks is an entrepreneur, wife, and mom who was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 41. Unsure of survival, she made it through and found her joy and purpose again after her dog Stella came into her life. Now, she’s made it her mission to give a second chance to other dogs, just like she was blessed with. Marika is doing this through her own non-profit, named Incredibull Stella. The organization spreads pit bull breed awareness, teaches the benefits of pet ownership, and supports shelters that save dog lives. Recently, she also wrote a book “Incredibull Stella: How the Love of a Pit Bull Rescued a Family” about her journey.

FEATURED LINKS
Marika Meeks’ book "Incredibull Stella: How the Love of a Pit Bull Rescued a Family” on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Incredibull-Stella-Love-Rescued-Family/dp/0806539461
Incredibull Stella website - https://www.incredibullstella.com
Incredibull Stella on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/incredibullstella
Incredibull Stella on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/IncrediBullStellaa
Incredibull Stella on Twitter - https://twitter.com/IncrediBullStel
The Dog Moms of Scottsdale TV Show - https://www.incredibullstella.com/tv-show-the-dog-moms-of-scottsdale/

Fresh Start w/ Mark Imhof

Dog Save The People — Tue, 19 Nov 2019 23:45:05 +0000

At a time of professional crossroads, Mark Imhof decided to go to grooming school after realizing with his own rescue dog how much difference a cleaning had made. He started volunteering at shelters around New York City, grooming hundreds of dogs over time. Not only did it make a big difference on the dogs being rescued (those groomed would often instantly get adopted), but it also lifted the dogs spirits themselves and gave them confidence. After becoming known as “The Dog Guy” around the city, he ended up starting The Dog Guy Foundation, a non-profit organization where he now has a team of people where they all go do groomings at different places in New York City and help dogs get a fresh start.

FEATURED LINKS
The Dog Guy Foundation website - https://www.dogguyfoundation.com
The Dog Guy Foundation on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dogguyfoundation/
The Dog Guy Foundation on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Nonprofit-Organization/Dog-Guy-Foundation-359497351294041/
The Dog Guy Foundation on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/dogguyfoundation
Susie’s Senior Dogs website - http://susiesseniordogs.com
Animal Care Centers (ACC) of NYC website - https://www.nycacc.org
New Hope Program for ACC - https://www.nycacc.org/get-involved/new-hope

Live For The Moment w/ Lynn Heatherton

Dog Save The People — Tue, 12 Nov 2019 18:56:10 +0000

Lynn Heatherton is the creator of a website called Dogsized and the owner of a Havanese named Kobi. She started Dogsized in 2007 as a way to share what she was learning as a new dog owner, and to have it serve as a resource for others in the same boat. And while Lynn has learned a lot about being a dog owner, what she’s learned most from her dog is to make sure you live in the moment since it can be so hard to forget sometimes but dogs always are able to do so.

FEATURED LINKS
Kobi The Havenese on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kobi_the_havanese/
Dogsized website - https://dogsized.com
Dogsized on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Dogsized
Dogsized on Twitter - https://twitter.com/dogsized

Settling Down w/ Timothy Braun

Dog Save The People — Tue, 05 Nov 2019 22:30:23 +0000

Timothy Braun is a Professor at St. Edwards University, where he primarily focuses on teaching playwriting and screenwriting. While he used to travel around the country as a playwright, getting his dog Dusty led him to becoming more grounded as a person and eventually staying in one place (Austin, Texas). With his furry sidekick, he learned the power of growing more stable in his routine. They even did so much nonprofit work for the local community that the Mayor of Austin named a day of the year after Dusty after he recently passed away. Dusty instilled a permanent shift in Tim’s actions and outlook, taming him in the best way possible and preparing him for the next chapter of his life, a marriage, that ended up happening right after Dusty left – but was a symbol and reminder for passing the torch to Tim’s new wife, and that his spirit will live on.

FEATURED LINKS
Timothy Braun website - http://timothybraun.com
Timothy Braun on Twitter - https://twitter.com/TimothyBraun42
Timothy Braun on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/timothybraun
Timothy Braun on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/timothy.braun.716
Timothy Braun’s first Modern Love piece - https://www.nytimes.com/2012/08/26/fashion/dog-anchors-man-facing-setbacks.html
Timothy Braun’s second, recent Modern Love piece - https://www.nytimes.com/2019/08/16/style/modern-love-man-who-is-nice-to-animals.html
Daniel Jones, Editor of Modern Love - https://twitter.com/danjonesnyt
Austin Animal Shelter - http://www.austintexas.gov/department/aac
Homeslice Pizza in Austin - https://homeslicepizza.com

Uplifting The Team w/ Austin Moss

Dog Save The People — Tue, 29 Oct 2019 20:14:17 +0000

Austin Moss is the owner of Zoë, the first emotional support dog on an NFL team. Working for the San Francisco 49ers as their Director of Player Engagement, Austin’s job is to help the team’s players across the board. Zoë is a French bulldog who has become the team’s official emotional support dog, and has helped Austin in his role. Players spends time with Zoë before and after games, between practices, and any windows of time they may have. She provides a valuable escape from the rough trials and tribulations of the football field, and has allowed the players to not only feel joy from hanging out with her, but also be more vulnerable and open about what they may be going through. Whether consciously or subconsciously, stopping by Austin’s office to see Zoë gives players a reason to come by more often and catch up about what’s on their mind. The team is having a great season thus far, and it’s undeniable that Zoë has at least a paw in those results.

FEATURED LINKS
Zoë, The 49ers Frenchie, on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the49ersfrenchie/
Austin Moss on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/austinmoss_2
Austin Moss on Twitter - https://twitter.com/austinmoss_2
San Francisco 49ers website - https://www.49ers.com
San Francisco 49ers on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/49ers/
San Francisco 49ers on Twitter - https://twitter.com/49ers
San Francisco 49ers on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SANFRANCISCO49ERS/
Valley Humane Society on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/valleyhumanesociety/
Valley Humane Society on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/valleyhumanesociety/

Meant To Be Together w/ Birgitte Philippides-Delaney

Dog Save The People — Tue, 22 Oct 2019 21:16:46 +0000

Birgitte Philippides-Delaney is a beauty expert and non-profit founder who has worked with big names like Beyoncé, Anna Wintour, Mick Jagger, Natalie Portman, Jerry Seinfeld, British Prime Minister David Cameron, and more. But after finding professional success, she still felt like something was missing. After wanting a dog since she was young, she finally got her first dog in her 30s and it brought her a sense of fulfillment that she had never experienced before. Now, while her two dogs she had over the years are gone, they are still impacting Birgitt to live a better life. In recent years, she was also inspired in their wake to start the Trans Beauty Clinic, which has made a positive impact on hundreds in the trans community.

FEATURED LINKS
Birgitte Philippides-Delaney website - http://birgittephilippides.com
Birgitte Philippides-Delaney on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/birgittephilippidesdelaney/
Trans Beauty Clinic website - https://transbeautyclinic.com
Trans Beauty Clinic on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/transbeautyclinic
Trans Beauty Clinic on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TRANS-Beauty-Clinic-1651335678439491/
Trans Beauty Clinic feature in Oprah Magazine - https://www.oprahmag.com/life/a28268892/trans-beauty-clinic-new-york/
West 13th Street Alliance on Twitter - https://twitter.com/w13thstalliance

Along For The Ride w/ Sonali Nigam

Dog Save The People — Tue, 15 Oct 2019 21:33:03 +0000

After being raised in India and coming to the United States for college, eventually making it her new home, Sonali has learned a thing or two about traveling. But when she got her current dog, a rescue named Ella, there were issues with separation anxiety. So she started taking Ella with her and her husband on trips. Sonali realized how hard it was to just plan around traveling with a dog. The idea was then born to start Petminded Travel, a resource for people to use to know what cities to go to, what activities to do, where to eat, and more connected to bringing your dog with you while traveling.

FEATURED LINKS
Petminded Travel website - https://petmindedtravel.com
Petminded Travel on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/petminded/
Petminded Travel on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/petmindedtravel/
Sonali Nigam on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sonalinyc/

Priceless Partners w/ Joey Teixeira

Dog Save The People — Tue, 08 Oct 2019 22:07:27 +0000

Joey Teixeira has a family of dogs with his partner, one of those being popular social media star Mervin The Chihuahua. He is the Director of Philanthropy at the ASPCA and has worked with a variety of dog and animal companies over the years, gaining professional experience that has expanded his outlook on the dog-human relationship and the different ways we can all co-exist with our dogs.

FEATURED LINKS
Mervin The Chihuahua on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mervinthechihuahua
Mervin The Chihuahua on Twitter - https://twitter.com/mervinchihuahua
Mervin The Chihuahua on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Mervinthechihuahua
Jack The Chihuahua on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/littlestjack
Abigail The Boston Terrier on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/abigailthebostonpig
Minnie The Border Collie Mix on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/minniethemage
Joey Teixeira on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jowayyy
Joey Teixeira on Twitter - https://twitter.com/jowayyy
ASPCA website - https://www.aspca.org
ASPCA on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/aspca
ASPCA on Twitter - https://twitter.com/aspca
ASPCA on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aspca

Always Consistent w/ Prairie Conlon

Dog Save The People — Tue, 01 Oct 2019 20:55:42 +0000

Prairie Conlon is a mental health therapist who specializes in bringing animals (particularly dogs) into her practice, a love and connection which comes from growing up on a cattle farm in Kansas with plenty of animals around. She has also been a military wife, whose own dogs have given her a sense of stability, comfort, and a common bond with her family over the years – even throughout difficult and uncertain times.

FEATURED LINKS
Prairie Conlon’s Website - https://journeyswithprairie.com
Prairie Conlon on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/journeyswithprairie
Prairie Conlon on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/prairie.conlon
Pet Loss Support Group on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/PetLossHelp
CertaPet’s Website - https://www.certapet.com
CertaPet on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/certapet
CertaPet on Twitter - https://twitter.com/certapet
CertaPet on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Certapet

Furry Reflections w/ Ivy Higa

Dog Save The People — Tue, 24 Sep 2019 12:01:00 +0000

Yorkies may be be small dogs, but they can have big impacts. Ivy Higa’s own “Brooklyn aka Mr. Aloha” is prime example. After going through a tough time and breakup, Ivy got Brooklyn – but little did she know how things would change. Through the eyes she looked at him, Ivy began to look inside herself. She realized how she wasn’t treating herself and her value with enough respect, and that the way she felt Brooklyn needed to be treated (with love and respect) was the way she deserved to be treated, too. And if you’re wondering where the “Mr. Aloha” part of his name comes from, that’s because Ivy is originally from Hawaii. Although, as you can guess, now calls Brooklyn home (in more ways than one).

FEATURED LINKS
Brooklyn on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/brooklyn.theyorkie
Bespoke Paws Website - https://bespokepaws.com
Bespoke Paws on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bespokepaws
Bespoke Paws on Twitter - https://twitter.com/bespokepaws
Ivy Higa on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ivyhiga

Change of Pace w/ Nina May

Dog Save The People — Tue, 17 Sep 2019 20:10:58 +0000

Nina May is the creator of Wunderdog Magazine, a new publication celebrating the rescue community. She has had experience through her own rescue dogs, Pippa and Goldie, who have been guiding lights to help her through personal struggles with mental health and finding her path towards fulfillment. Now, she wants to help share stories from around the world from the community and how impactful these dogs are.

FEATURED LINKS
Wunderdog Magazine website - https://wunderdogmagazine.com
Buy Issue 1, which features Dog Save The People - https://wunderdogmagazine.com/product/wunderdog-magazine-issue-1/
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Next Chapter w/ Jason Kraus

Dog Save The People — Tue, 10 Sep 2019 17:35:59 +0000

Jason Kraus holds a Master’s Degree in Counter-Terrorism and Homeland Security. He worked as a government contractor, conducting background investigations, as well as investigating financial crimes for Ernst & Young. But while he may have been the most unlikely person to have written a children’s book about a rescue dog, that’s exactly what he has done. Now, he’s on a mission to educate kids and schools about the rescue world through his story with his dog, Gibson aka Bubbins.

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Joy on Wheels w/ Tedi Sarah

Dog Save The People — Tue, 03 Sep 2019 12:01:00 +0000

Tedi Sarah initially fostered her dog, Pani, who came from Iran and is in a wheelchair. But despite Pani’s partially limited physical abilities, she has more energy than most dogs and her positive attitude and daily thrust for life has inspired Tedi to overcome whatever comes her way - and do it with Pani by her side, who she has now adopted as her own rescue dog.

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Classical Companions w/ Elisabeth Weiss

Dog Save The People — Tue, 20 Aug 2019 12:01:00 +0000

Elisabeth Weiss is a dog trainer who runs her own company “Dog Relations NYC” where she offers in-house consulting, training programs, online coaching, physical therapy, and more. She is perhaps best known for teaching dogs how to play music - a technique she even used with Lou Reed’s dog, who was her first client. Originally, Elisabeth was a violinist, and she has brought that background into her dog training, too. And now, while music still is part of her life, her own dogs and the ones she works with have taken #1 priority and brought more fulfillment to Elisabeth’s life as a result.

Two of a Kind w/ Linda Rodin

Dog Save The People — Tue, 06 Aug 2019 16:46:09 +0000

Linda Rodin is known for her amazing style and her stature within the fashion scene, someone who you can recognize right away. After being so career-focused within fashion, Linda is still active within the industry but has found a different and more meaningful path with her life alongside her miniature poodle named Winky - or, as she calls him, Winks. The two have been together for about a decade now and have matching stylish grey hair and magnetic looks. Linda has even led the charge on starting the Linda And Winks brand that features her custom dog items such as collars, leashes, and more.

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Created For This Moment w/ Courtney Burns

Dog Save The People — Tue, 23 Jul 2019 22:35:14 +0000

Courtney Burns works as the Middle School Director of Guidance, and 7th and 8th grade Counselor, at Faith Lutheran Middle School & High School in Las Vegas. After the school went through a traumatic experience at the time of the One October Las Vegas shooting, as well as other struggles, Courtney worked to bring in Esther - a comfort or therapy dog who has since helped the school, both the students and faculty, get through tough times and into a happier daily flow. And instead of the school owning Esther, she is instead Courtney’s personal dog - which has led them to having a closer connection with an interesting balance between working together and playing together.

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Blog on Esther from Faith Lutheran (Part 3) - http://blog.faithlutheranlv.org/esther-the-comfort-queen-part-3

World of Love w/ Isaac Mizrahi

Dog Save The People — Tue, 09 Jul 2019 10:01:00 +0000

Isaac Mizrahi is a fashion designer, author, and entertainer who’s best known for his work in the fashion world with his own brands. While he had a dog at a young age, it was really the first dog he got as an adult that made a significant impact on him. That dog was Harry, his hairy soulmate, who turned into his constant companion and rock. He even met his husband, Arnold, while on a walk with Harry in New York City - where the two are now based with their dogs of Dean and Kitty. Recently, Isaac also put out a memoir called I.M. about his life, including stories of how his dogs have played a role in his path.

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Maira Kalman - https://www.mairakalman.com/books/adult/beloved-dog/#1

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A Million Times Over w/ Chrissy Beckles

Dog Save The People — Tue, 25 Jun 2019 22:50:45 +0000

Chrissy Beckles is the Founder and President of The Sato Project, which helps rescue abused and abandoned dogs from Puerto Rico. It all started when her husband was working there over a decade ago and she saw all the stray dogs. While most people would feel bad but not have the initiative to take action, Chrissy became more and more involved – especially after getting her own rescue, Boom Boom – and started The Sato Project. Eventually, she quit her job and took on saving Puerto Rico’s stray dogs full time. Boom Boom, the dog of the logo of her organization, gave her the motivation and inspiration to go down this new path.

Higher Calling w/ AJ Albrecht

Dog Save The People — Tue, 18 Jun 2019 23:18:39 +0000

AJ Albrecht is a Legislative Attorney at the Best Friends Animal Society. She took her background in the field and merged it with her passion for dogs, animals, and rescue to find this new vocation. She also has dogs of her own including Mama Julep, who she does therapy work with at schools and hospitals, as well as Beau, who she co-founded the Positive Pittie Pack Walk to help bring a group environment to dog walking for Beau and other dogs who do better together.

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Pure Comfort w/ Pearson Marx

Dog Save The People — Tue, 11 Jun 2019 18:13:06 +0000

Pearson Marx was going through a tough time when her husband was very sick. She registered her dog, Cleo, as a therapy dog, and they started going to the hospital together. Cleo not only gave her strength to go and make it through ok, but also provided a beacon of light and support both for her and everyone in the hospital. Pearson also started a rescue organization called Morgan’s Place, where she has rescued hundreds of dogs over the years.

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A Pack of Our Own w/ Samantha Cheirif

Dog Save The People — Tue, 04 Jun 2019 16:45:20 +0000

Samantha Cheirif wanted to be the next Tina Fey and was determined to chase down her dreams after graduating from school. Over time, however, she felt something missing and not right with her life. After helping take care of the dog of her boss, at the time, she realized she could handle the responsibility of having a dog. Not too long after, Samantha and her partner decided to begin fostering and Samantha found a passion in this avenue. Eventually, that fostering also turned into adopting some dogs, too, and they’ve now formed their own little pack together. This has also helped take their relationship, as a couple and as a family, to another level that otherwise wouldn’t be prevalent.

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Home Is Where The Dogs Are w/ Dorie Herman

Dog Save The People — Tue, 28 May 2019 18:14:15 +0000

Dorie Herman is well-known for her Instagram page "The Kardoggians" – a humorous dog pun on "The Kardashians." She's always found a companionship and connection to dogs, from when she was a child to now being an adult. After college, she got a dog named Chloe who ended up making a big impact on her. Since then, Dorie has gotten more and more involved in the rescue world, serving on the board of Foster Dogs Inc and Susie’s Senior Dogs as a big advocate for senior dogs. Currently, her home is filled with two different personalities keeping her company: Cupid (emotional) and Kimchi (spicy). After all, what’s a home without a dog?

Always Smiling w/ Melody Monroe

Dog Save The People — Tue, 21 May 2019 16:26:32 +0000

Melody Monroe is a hip hop and soul musician based in Atlanta, Georgia. Around a year ago, she felt the urge to get a dog. It would the first of her adult life. She went out and ended up eventually finding Mimi, a mixed breed with a bright personality who has united Melody with her neighbors, provides constant companionship, has taught her patience, and many other valuable lessons. Not to mention, Mimi’s always smiling and that leads Melody finding it hard to be sad around her, even on her rough days. - Find more stories at www.dogsavethepeople.com

Running Free w/ Susan Weidel

Dog Save The People — Tue, 14 May 2019 16:54:37 +0000

FREEDOM RIDE is a new series of minisodes on Dog Save The People that focuses on guests telling their own inspiring, rescue-based tales. In this first episode, Susan Weidel talks about how she adopted Little Red, one of the dogs rescued from former NFL Quarterback Michael Vick’s notorious dog fighting operation. Susan gave Little Red a new life but it took time, patience and love. Little Red found a new home with Susan in Wyoming and New Mexico with a welcoming pack of dogs and she was able to live in a new way, and become a dog again - running free in a wide open pasture. She also amassed a large following online and became a learning symbol to others of a dog making it out of a difficult rescue situation like this and into a brighter path.

More The Merrier w/ Rebecca Ascher-Walsh

Dog Save The People — Tue, 07 May 2019 12:01:00 +0000

Rebecca Ascher-Walsh is a freelance writer who has written several dog books that have been published by National Geographic. She has two dogs of her own, Joe and Buddy, and lives in New York City with her family. Her two kids now love the dogs, too, and their older dog (Buddy) has acted like a nanny to the children. The dogs have also helped to connect her with other people she may not have met otherwise, including during her morning routine around other dog walkers in Central Park. Additionally, Rebecca is the founder and director of The Deja Foundation, which helps provide direct assistance for getting care, training, recovery, and rehabilitation for rescue dogs.

The Best Medicine w/ Karla Crespo

Dog Save The People — Tue, 30 Apr 2019 17:30:20 +0000

Karla Crespo is an Empowerment Coach with her own company (The Grateful Heart Co) who has had two crucial dogs in her life, Lucky and Daisy, during times when she needed them to keep going. From being a mother to being an entrepreneur, her dogs have been by her side and she has grown with them. When she adopted her current dog, Daisy, they were both going through a transition and helped each other get through it during all the ups and downs.

Furry Fashionista w/ Mark Welsh

Dog Save The People — Tue, 23 Apr 2019 20:57:13 +0000

Mark Welsh is a copywriter and brand builder who made his way from New Zealand to New York City and accidentally fell into a life of dogs. At a time when Mark was looking for a change in his life and new creative inspiration, his first dog Sweetie showed up at his doorstep. But it was also not only Mark who’s heart Sweetie ended up capturing, as she became a darling of the fashion circuit. She became a fashion industry staple, going on to write her own Elle Magazine column and books (with the help of Mark). This all came when Mark was at a crossroads in his life, and Sweetie pushed him in a new, exciting, and fulfilling direction.

Being Present w/ Courtney Pare

Dog Save The People — Tue, 16 Apr 2019 12:01:00 +0000

Courtney Pare adopted her dog, Rondo, from the humane society nine years ago, and it has truly been one of those “Who Saved Who” situations. Courtney has dealt with anxiety and depression for quite some time, and when Rondo was about four years old, she went through one of the darkest periods of my life. At this time, when she thought she had absolutely nothing to live for, Rondo was there, providing her not only with the purest, most unconditional love, but also a reminder that she couldn't leave this world and leave him behind. No one else would care for him. He would surely be put down. Since then, Rondo has helped her live a brighter life and she has also advocated on his behalf, as he is sometimes intimidating to strangers. But Courtney pushes to make sure that all humans and dogs are heard, no matter what. She also works as a naturopathic doctor and works to help people get past their own mental health struggles.

The Hugging Dog of NYC w/ Cesar Fernandez-Chavez

Dog Save The People — Tue, 09 Apr 2019 12:01:00 +0000

Cesar Fernandez-Chavez is best friends with his dog, Louboutina, who he has had for around seven years now. Cesar was finding peace after a breakup and his best friend got him a dog, whom Cesar fell in love with at first sight. They live in New York City and Louboutina has become somewhat of a canine celebrity around town. She is known as “The Hugging Dog” and gives her special dog hugs to friends and strangers alike around NYC. The hugs break up the rush of New York City and people always being in a rush. They pause, take a moment, and embrace her furry hugs.

Every Step Counts w/ Zach Skow

Dog Save The People — Tue, 02 Apr 2019 12:01:00 +0000

Zach Skow struggled with self-love and acceptance, leading him down a dark path of drug and alcohol abuse. He hit rock bottom and was diagnosed with end-stage liver disease. With only months left to live and six months of sobriety required to qualify for a transplant, it appeared to be a death sentence. But somehow he was able to find solace in his dogs, and pushed through. He got better, and afterwards started Marley’s Mutts – a non-profit rescue organization – and the Pawsitive Change program, where he matches deathrow dogs with inmates in prisons to help give them both a second chance at life on the outside.

Brighter Days w/ Carly Wilson

Dog Save The People — Tue, 26 Mar 2019 12:01:00 +0000

Carly Wilson was facing mental health struggles, even getting signed off work for that very reason, and was able to find solace by getting her dog, Luna, who has helped her work through those issues and become a true light in her life and the way she feels connected and active with the world around her. She lives in Kent, England, with her partner, which gives Luna the lurcher (who is a very unusual, and beautiful, looking dog) the ample room to get her energy out.

Rescuing Rufo w/ Jo Ann Beard

Dog Save The People — Tue, 19 Mar 2019 19:43:55 +0000

Jo Ann Beard is a writer and professor at Sarah Lawrence College, as well as a Founder of the Best Bullies To The Rescue organization. The first dog she ever rescued, Rufo, was the hardest dog she’s ever had to find a home for – but he’s also the one that’s been the most rewarding. Jo Ann has also found a completely new community and group of connected people in her life through rescue. Always surrounded by dogs in her life, she finds her perspective of the world constantly shifting and growing deeper thanks to both her own dogs and the ones she helps rescue.

City of Dogs w/ Ken Foster

Dog Save The People — Tue, 12 Mar 2019 15:05:05 +0000

Ken Foster is a dog book author and is the former Community Outreach Program for the Animal Care Centers (ACC) of New York City. His latest book, City of Dogs, is a look into how dogs live throughout the five boroughs and the unique relationships between dogs and their human counterparts within different neighborhoods – meeting with over 4,000 dogs. He also collaborated on it with a photographer who helped capture the dogs and people along the way. Ken has written several other books on dogs such as The Dogs Who Found Me, Dogs I Have Met, and I'm A Good Dog.

Pursuing Passion w/ Kelsey Straus

Dog Save The People — Tue, 05 Mar 2019 13:01:00 +0000

Kelsey Straus lives in the Pacific Northwest with her corgi, Ava (just over a year old) and her golden, Aspen (just under a year old). Kelsey credits Ava for getting her into photography full force after she had just dabbled with it here and there throughout her life. Now she's started a side business with her photography and has also garnered an audience on Instagram for her images. She also is a yoga instructor and does wedding planning, too. You can find her on Instagram: @littlepnwpups

A Bigger Family w/ Susie Coston

Dog Save The People — Tue, 26 Feb 2019 13:20:00 +0000

Susie Coston is the National Shelter Director at Farm Sanctuary, the nation’s largest and most effective farm animal rescue and protection organization. With more than two decades of experience working with farm animals, Susie is a leading authority on both their care and behavior, and she calls on both her expertise and her deep connections with these animals (often referred to as “the farm animal whisperer”) to advocate for compassion for animals everywhere. She has two dogs of her own who are a big part of her life in Watkins Glen, New York. Through her connection with animals, she has learned more about how we need to have compassion for each other.

Mutualism w/ Alexander "Aki" Von Glasow

Dog Save The People — Tue, 19 Feb 2019 10:10:00 +0000

Alexander (Aki) von Glasow is a professional model and an intrepid world traveler who takes his dog, Dylan, with him everywhere across the globe. Aki was raised in Switzerland and his family always had dogs. Later he became a professional model for Wilhelmina in New York City. After several years, he decided to take a trip to Africa to decompress and study body stress release. One day during his time in Africa, he found a dog on his way to school, and that dog was Dylan - who would become his furry companion that never left his side on travels through Europe and North America. They are currently are based in Los Angeles until their next adventure arises.

Who's Walking Who w/ Stacy Alldredge

Dog Save The People — Tue, 12 Feb 2019 10:02:00 +0000

Stacy Alldredge is an expert dog trainer, based in New York City, who specializes in dog behavior and other challenges that regularly confront urban dogs and their guardians. She is the CEO of Who's Walking Who Dog Training And Behavior and has successfully trained thousands of dogs and their guardians for the past 25 years. Stacy considers herself not only a dog trainer but also a dog activist, and believes that dogs are a privilege and not just a right – and should be treated as such. NYC veterinary hospitals, behavior hotlines and animal shelters recommend her. She lectures regularly and has been featured on Good Morning America, The New York Times, WNYC, Animal Planet, Mashable, and more.

Finding Community w/ Anna Lai

Dog Save The People — Tue, 05 Feb 2019 14:46:09 +0000

Anna Lai came over from New York from Australia and has gone from a life in advertising and digital media to now using those talents to be the Marketing Director for the Muddy Paws Rescue organization in NYC. Muddy Paws provides progressive, responsible, foster-based rescue and the company has already made a big impact in a short amount of time. It all started with Anna adopting her own dog, Peggy, from the organization, and since became more and more motivated to help - as well as becoming part of the overall dog community in New York City, finding her people in what was before an isolated and lonely new city.

Healing Together w/ Stavros Sietos

Dog Save The People — Tue, 29 Jan 2019 10:34:00 +0000

Stavros Sietos is a retired firefighter turned animal herbalist based in New York City. A young dog was dumped at his fire station, she could not walk and had suffered extreme neurological damage. This dog would become Wilma and by finding each other immeasurably changed both their lives on a personal and professional level. In a desperate attempt to save Wilma when traditional vets could not, Stavros began studying herbalist remedies for humans. He was able to treat Wilma with adapted herbal medicines and has since retired from firefighting. Now he focuses his career on helping others learn to heal their pets with alternative herbalist methods.

The Bravest Thing w/ Elizabeth "Elli" Frank

Dog Save The People — Tue, 22 Jan 2019 11:30:00 +0000

Elizabeth "Elli" Frank grew up afraid of dogs. That all changed after she rescued two dogs named Charlotte and Mr. Bones. Now she helps save dogs through Mr. Bones And Co, an animal welfare non-profit with its Rescue The Runway fundraiser and One Lucky Pup rescue program. Elli shares how making the difficult decision to say goodbye to your beloved pet can be an important lesson in compassion.

Glamour To The Rescue w/ Suzanne Donaldson

Dog Save The People — Tue, 15 Jan 2019 17:55:00 +0000

Suzanne Donaldson used her Photo Editor experience to start a high-fashion and photography blog celebrating dogs called Mrs. Sizzle. Her blog captures each pup like a model in Vogue and positively changes the narrative on rescue dog imagery to encourage adoption.

Shifting Focus w/ Mike Ruiz

Dog Save The People — Tue, 15 Jan 2019 17:48:46 +0000

Mike Ruiz is a professional photographer and humanitarian who uses his artistic talent to create annual dog calendars that help benefit dog rescue organizations. Mike discusses how his world changed after his pit bull Oliver came into his life.

Introduction to Podcast and Host John Bartlett

Dog Save The People — Sat, 05 Jan 2019 04:59:38 +0000

Dogs have been a part of human life for more than 10,000 years. So what is it about man’s best and most loyal friend? Fashion designer and animal activist John Bartlett finds out in this weekly podcast that emphasizes the deep connections we have with dogs and how this can change us for good.