DOG PARK WITH BEERS | The Doghaus | Pawareness Podcast No. 84
Saison 1 · Épisode 84
mercredi 6 juillet 2022 • Durée 16:28
In this episode of the Pawareness Podcast, host Kris McCauley welcomes The Doghaus Co-Founder Kevin Simpson. The Doghaus is a sports bar and a dog park. They welcome dogs of all breeds as long as they are being taken great care for by their owners. Located in St. Louis, Missouri, The Doghaus is a dog-friendly park where owners can chill and where pets can play.
What inspired the founders in opening their park is the demand for pubs and bars in their local community. Kevin and his co-founders thought about opening a unique business that is also inclusive to animals. Once they made their announcement on social media, they received a lot of positive feedback from the locals themselves.
Aside from operating as a business, The Doghaus supports and raises funds for local animal rescues and shelters. They make sure that animals in their community have a home and family to live with and to spend the rest of their lives. They also organize animal-centered events such as birthday parties for dogs.
“If we can do two or three of these things and franchise the business, that would be my dream.” - Kevin Simpson
Tune in to find out how local businesses can support animals in their community!
From Southern States to New York | Badass Animal Rescue | Pawareness Podcast No. 75
Saison 1 · Épisode 75
mercredi 27 avril 2022 • Durée 21:34
In this episode of the Pawareness Podcast, host Kris McCauley welcomes Krista Almqvist, the Executive Director of Badass Animal Rescue. Based in New York, Badass Animal Rescue has rescued an approximate number of 3,400 dogs since they began operations in 2011. Their primary focus is saving dogs at risk in high-kill shelters in the rural south. They take in and treat dogs with skin conditions such as mange, dogs in need of immediate medical attention, and dogs with injury.
Badass Animal Rescue connects with their partner organizations in southern states to know the animal situation in these areas. Dogs will then be treated in these organizations and receive care in temporary homes before being transported to New York. Once the dogs are relocated, they will be given immediate medical assistance and a comfortable shelter while the rescue is working on ways to provide them with the best homes and potential adopters. They spend quality time with each dog. Donations help run the rescue.
“We go where the need is greatest and we save dogs in greatest need.” - Krista Almqvist
Tune in to find out how saving dogs from different places is possible!
Check out Badass Animal Rescue today for the latest updates!
Second Chance at Life | Highland Lakes Canine Rescue | Pawareness Podcast No. 74
Saison 1 · Épisode 74
mercredi 20 avril 2022 • Durée 36:53
In this episode of the Pawareness Podcast, host Kris McCauley talks to Susan Willis, Executive Director of the Highland Lakes Canine Rescue. Serving Central Texas area for 22 years, Highland Lakes Canine Rescue takes medically critical dogs out of shelters and save them from euthanasia. They treat animals in critical condition and help them in their recovery process.
Critical conditions include severe injuries and diseases such as heartworms and mange. They give these dogs a second chance at life and help them find families who can provide a suitable home for them. Their facility has all the resources for the dogs’ comfort and healing, such as a wide backyard and air conditioned indoor spaces.
When it comes to looking for families, Highland Lakes Canine Rescue conducts an intensive process in making sure that the adoption is the right fit. They also have partnerships with other animal organizations to collaborate on projects that help animals in their communities.
“Just love and commit to whatever animal you pick.” - Susan Willis
Tune it to find out how medically critical dogs can have hope again for a second chance at life!
Check out Highland Lakes Canine Rescue and get up to date with their latest projects!
Pets of the Homeless | Feeding Pets of the Homeless | Pawareness Podcast No. 73
mercredi 13 avril 2022 • Durée 47:15
In this episode of the Pawareness Podcast, host Kris McCauley welcomes Genevieve Frederick, Founder of Feeding Pets of the Homeless, a non-profit organization that aims to provide care and support for the pets of displaced and houseless individuals.
The inspiration behind the organization comes from Genevieve’s experience in New York when she witnessed a homeless man who was taking care of his pet dog despite having no resources at all. Seeing compassion first-hand, she realized that the homeless community needed more than just a space to live, but also resources to provide care for their animals. She began reaching out to businesses and church organizations that donated pet food, grooming services, and clothing for animals. Soon, the organization expanded with volunteers and partnerships.
Today, Feeding Pets of the Homeless provides immediate care and services for the pets and animals of the homeless community, as well those in the company of veterans. This includes discounted medical services from veterinary hospitals and clinics within the organization’s network for the injured and sick pets. Their programs also enable them to provide livable spaces for the pets in temporary shelters so they don’t have to part ways with their owners whenever they stay in these shelters.
“We all know that the homeless are discriminated against, beaten up, but the animals can alert their owners that they are in potential danger. Their pet gives them unconditional love and protection.” - Genevieve Frederick
Tune in to learn how you can provide care and support to the animals and people who need them the most!
Follow Feeding Pets of the Homeless for the latest updates!
Helping Animals in Greece | Let's Be SMART | Pawareness Podcast No. 72
Saison 1 · Épisode 72
mercredi 6 avril 2022 • Durée 22:37
In this episode of the Pawareness Podcast, host Kris McCauley welcomes Amber Rose Beck, Special Projects Coordinator of Let’s Be S.M.A.R.T., and Ellie Lofts, Adoptions Head of the organization. S.M.A.R.T. stands for Successfully Managing Animal Rights Today. With their mission to raise awareness about animal welfare, the organization commits to finding homes for animals, mostly cats, and has expanded their campaign to countries like Greece.
Ellie explains that the organization has been working hard to help address the overpopulation of stray cats, a prevalent issue in Greece. Due to this overpopulation, residents don’t really find the need to adopt cats. This is why the organization opens doors for adoption opportunities overseas. They help transport the rescued cats in their shelters to interested owners in countries like the United Kingdom and the Netherlands.
Let’s Be S.M.A.R.T. also offers the opportunity for volunteers to help save the lives and advocate for the welfare of cats who are in need of homes and families. In Greece, they provide an internship program for vet students who can render their expertise in medicating animals and keeping them healthy.
“I think the whole mindset around animals and how they should be cared for in the streets would make a big difference.” - Amber Rose Beck
“There’s a lot of kind-hearted people that try and help but we also need more support other than the basics.” - Ellie Lofts
Find out how rescuing animals can reach a global scale by tuning in to this episode!
Stand Up for Animal Rights with Let’s Be S.M.A.R.T.!
Pawareness Podcast # 71 | Progressive Organizations | The Humane Society of Sedona
Saison 1 · Épisode 71
mercredi 30 mars 2022 • Durée 20:17
In this episode of the Pawareness Podcast, host Kris McCauley welcomes Antonio Lopez, the animal care supervisor of Humane Society of Sedona. The humane society saves around 600 animals per year. They work with rescue partners within and around Arizona, with the scope of their services and adoption opportunities reaching as far as Phoenix.
Apart from their programs that raise awareness about animal welfare and their services to provide adoptions for rescues, the humane society addresses common issues in their local area. Among these issues, the most rampant include the number of stray dogs roaming in the northern communities. Antonio wishes for people to help reunite these potentially lost dogs with their owners first before bringing them to the rescues. The rising number of community cats population also poses an issue. But they conduct activities with local veterinarians to engage the community in TNR activities so that issues of overpopulation and animal homelessness will no longer affect them.
The humane society has built partnerships with local businesses to pursue their mission. Most often than not, local businesses offer services to the animals they rescued. Pet food, as well as their donations, helps the organization provide the care and support that their animals need. When Kris visited their shelter last January, he was amazed by the quality of condition of the kennels that house the animals.
“We try to work with animals that have behavior issues as best we can, and that is one thing that I wish we could really get something going for.” - Antonio Lopez
Tune in to find out how community support can help rescue organizations in fulfilling their mission!
Pawareness Podcast # 70 | Animal Awareness on Radio | Pet Rescue Radio
mercredi 23 mars 2022 • Durée 25:39
In this episode of the Pawareness Podcast, we welcome Gerard Elliot, Founder and Host of Pet Rescue Radio. Following an extensive career in broadcasting, Gerard integrated his passion with his desire to help animals in need. He explains how a tragedy involving his pet’s demise inspired him to start the radio.
Gerard’s primary goal for Pet Rescue Radio is to help raise awareness for pet owners about the effective and beneficial ways to take good care of their pets. The radio operates 24/7 and streams music of all genres - from pop to hip hop to the classics. But what makes this radio station unique is its animal-centered informational program that plays every 30 minutes.
Gerard also hosts the Pet Cafe Program on the radio where he announces the list of adoptable animals from rescues and shelters across the United States. These animals are currently in need of families and lasting homes.
“Our mission is very clear. We want to educate the public and to eradicate pet euthanasia in this country by the end of the decade.” - Gerard Elliot
Tune in for a chance to listen to Pet Radio Station and how you can reach out or donate to the rescues and shelters they have partnered with!
Pawareness Podcast # 69 | The PET Act | Senator Scott Wiener of California
Saison 1 · Épisode 69
mercredi 16 mars 2022 • Durée 20:02
In this special episode of the Pawareness Podcast, we are honored to welcome Senator Scott Wiener of the California State Senate. Sen. Scott represents District 11, which covers the scope of San Francisco and its southern areas, as well as Broadmoor, Colma and Daly City. In his work as a government official, Sen. Scott has advocated for solutions to address housing problems, mental health issues and food security. He champions the LGBTQ+ and civil rights. Among these advocacies, he also campaigns for animal rights and welfare.
This year, Sen. Scott reintroduces the Senate Bill 879, also known as the Prohibiting Extraneous Testing (PET) Act. The bill will put an end to activities that involve testing household animals such as cats and dogs to determine the effectiveness of chemical-induced products. Some of these products include pesticides, food additives, and medications.
Sen. Scott also explains how San Francisco has been partnering with the humane society to address animal issues in their community. By phasing out pet stores that sell pets and closing down puppy mills, the government encourages people to adopt rescues from shelters. Providing homes for animals in need of care is one of the priorities in San Francisco.
Sen. Scott also encourages communities to collaborate with local advocacy organizations to campaign for certain legislations that need to be implemented in their locality. He points out that people’s engagements matter during a bill’s legislation process and a certain bill would have more possibility of being passed once people express their support for it.
“When people call their representatives and register their support or opposition to a particular piece of legislation, that has an impact.” - Sen. Scott Wiener
Tune in to find out how you can express support or opposition to your local government when it comes to the policies involving animal rights and welfare!
Pawareness Podcast # 68 | Addressing Compassion Fatigue | Richmond Animal Care and Control Center
Saison 1 · Épisode 68
mercredi 9 mars 2022 • Durée 22:33
In this episode of the Pawareness Podcast, we welcome Robin Young, the outreach coordinator of the Richmond Animal Care and Control Center. Based in Virginia, this foundation currently serves over 3,000 animals a year, providing them with immediate care and raising funds for their needs.
With over seven years of experience as a volunteer for animal rescues and local shelters, Robin explains finding fulfillment in helping animals. With prior experience in television, Robin has rendered her marketing skills to help rescues, shelters, and animal organizations in their outreach activities.
Robin also shares advice on how to handle, address, and overcome compassion fatigue, a common experience among animal organization volunteers and staff members. She puts emphasis on taking an ample amount of time for rest. With proper self-care, no one will ever lose the original intention of the mission to help animals in need.
“You have to have a love for animals and try to make a change. You’ve got to be able to handle the things that come on a daily basis. You can bring new ideas and open new possibilities for shelters.” - Robin Young
Tune in to discover how animal organizations balance their time in providing immediate care for the animals without compromising their health!
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