Interviews

Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At The House Rabbit Connection

An interview with The House Rabbit Connection from Springfield, Massachusetts. Introducing The House Rabbit Connection My name is Doreen Reynolds-Consolati. I am the current Vice President of House Rabbit Connection (HRC), an all-volunteer non-profit rabbit rescue organization. I also serve as the Education chairperson for HRC, which means that I am responsible for managing our Hopline (voicemail …

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Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At Hallie Hill Animal Sanctuary

An interview with Hallie Hill Animal Sanctuary from Charleston, South Carolina. Introducing Hallie Hill Animal Sanctuary I am Jennifer Middleton, the Executive Director at Hallie Hill Animal Sanctuary. I work here because I believe there is a tremendous need for sanctuaries to fill an unmet need in  No Kill Communities. I am involved to help spread the …

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Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At For Duck’s Sake

An interview with For Duck’s Sake From Ogden, Utah. Introducing For Duck’s Sake RaeAnn Christensen, the Director of For Duck’s Sake started this organization once she saw the need for help for dumped domestic ducks and geese at local ponds. How Did For Duck’s Sake Started? What Are The Challenges Encountered Along The Way? My …

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Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At Casper Humane Society

An interview with Casper Humane Society From Casper, Wyoming. Introducing Casper Humane Society My name is Craig Cummings.  I am the Director of the Casper Humane Society.  I have been with the shelter for fourteen years.  I began working with the animals and feel in love with the organization and its work in our community. …

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Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At Laps and Naps Home for Senior Cats

An interview with Laps and Naps Home for Senior Cats From Black Mountain, North Carolina Introducing Laps and Naps Home for Senior Cats I am the co-founder and president of Laps and Naps Home for Senior Cats. Although I have some volunteer help, I fulfill the majority of the roles in the organization including foster …

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Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At Texas CARES Cat Adoption And Rescue

An interview with Texas CARES Cat Adoption And Rescue From Dallas, Texas Introducing Texas CARES Cat Adoption And Rescue My name is Stephanie Murdoch, a Senior Volunteer with Texas CARES. I oversee Fundraising and Special Events. I also Foster and volunteer at our monthly adoption events. How Did Texas CARES Cat Adoption And Rescue Started? …

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Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At Pawsitive Teams

An interview with Pawsitive Teams From San Diego, California. Introducing Pawsitive Teams Pawsitive Teams is a nonprofit 501c3 organization founded some 25 years ago by two San Diego women (and one dog!). Our mission is to enhance the lives of individuals with special needs in San Diego County by using the skills of highly trained …

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Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At You Can Make A Difference, Inc.

An interview with You Can Make A Difference, Inc. From Tallahassee, Florida. Introducing You Can Make A Difference, Inc. My name is Norma Torres. I am the Founder and President of YOUCANMAKEADIFFERENCE, INC. I started this organization with the sole purpose of preventing animal neglect, abuse and abandonment. How Did The You Can Make A …

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Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At Meowsquad NYC

An interview with Meowsquad From Queens, New York City. Introducing Meowsquad NYC My name is Jeanette Ortiz and I’m the Adoptions Manager with Meowsquad NYC! I got involved with the organization in 2021 when they posted about needing someone to help with their adoptions. I had been working with rescues as a foster for over …

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Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At Options Veterinary Care

An interview with Options Veterinary Care From Reno, Nevada. Introducing Options Veterinary Care I am Bonney Brown the board president of Options Veterinary Care a non-profit clinic. How Did Options Veterinary Care Started? What Are The Challenges Encountered Along The Way? I was a Life-long time animal lover and animal welfare professional. We can always …

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Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At Harbor Hope Cat Rescue

An interview with Harbor Hope Cat Rescue from Tacoma, Washington. Introducing Harbor Hope Cat Rescue  Hi! I’m Laura Ritter Carlson, founder and director of Harbor Hope Cat Rescue in Gig Harbor, WA. We are an all-volunteer 501(c)3 organization dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and placement of ill, injured, disabled, and special-needs cats. We are fully committed to …

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Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At The Snuggle is Real Animal Rescue

An interview with The Snuggle is Real Animal Rescue from Colorado, Denver. Introducing The Snuggle is Real Animal Rescue I am the founder and director. I joke that I didn’t so much “choose” to found a rescue as much as I had this undertaking thrust upon me. Prior to starting TSIR, I was heavily involved in animal-care …

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Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At Feline Rescue

An interview with Feline Rescue from Minneapolis, Minnesota. Introducing Feline Rescue My name is Jenni Charrier. Currently, I am on the Feline Rescue (FR) board, run  Community Outreach & Services, do the visual media for Feline Rescue, do social  media and the Feline Rescue website. I also foster FR cats. How did Feline Rescue Start? What Are …

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Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At Rocky Road Husky Rescue

An interview with Rocky Road Husky Rescue from Corpus Christi, Texas. Introducing Rocky Road Husky Rescue My name is Meg Moll, and I am one of the volunteers with Rocky Road Husky Rescue. My role with RRHR is a foster/adoption application processor. My husband and I live in Pennsylvania and the founder of the rescue Joshua Chappell …

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AniMeals

Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At AniMeals

An interview with AniMeals from Missoula, Montana. Introducing AniMeals I am Kyle O’Neill, Executive Director at AniMeals. I came on board at the beginning of 2023 but have worked with AniMeals as a supporter, collaborator, and friend for many years. I have worked in animal welfare and well care for ten years in veterinary assistance, pet nutrition, …

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Catillac Ranch Sanctuary

Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At Catillac Ranch Sanctuary

An interview with Catillac Ranch Sanctuary from Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Introducing Catillac Ranch Sanctuary Hi, my name is Danielle Davis, and I’m the founder and president of Catillac Ranch Sanctuary. I started Catillac Ranch after saving numerous abused and abandoned cats in the subdivision where I once lived. How did Catillac Ranch Sanctuary Start? What Are The …

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Cubby's Crusade Inc.

Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At Cubby’s Crusade, Inc.

An interview with Cubby’s Crusade, Inc. from Charlottesville, Virginia. Introducing Cubby’s Crusade, Inc. Hi, I’m Christine Paige, co-founder and president of Cubby’s Crusade. I run the whole thing coordinating with fosters, transporters, vets, etc. We are a national rescue, so there is a lot of coordinating.  How did Cubby’s Crusade, Inc. Start? What Are The Challenges Encountered …

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Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At Wolf PAWS Inc.

An interview with Wolf PAWS Inc. from Dandridge, Tennessee. Introducing Wolf PAWS Inc. Jennifer Ackley. I am the Founder, President, and Executive Director of Wolf PAWS Inc. as well as a certified professional dog trainer. Wolf PAWS is near & dear to my heart because wolf dogs are “special needs” animals. I have many years of experience …

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Amarillo-Panhandle Humane Society

Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At Amarillo-Panhandle Humane Society

An interview with Amarillo-Panhandle Humane Society from Amarillo, Texas. Introducing Amarillo-Panhandle Humane Society I (Cynthia Clark) am the director of operations and the only staff member. I began fostering in 2015, and by 2018, I had taken a part-time position with APHS doing laundry. I loved spending time with the animals, more with the dogs at the …

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LiFeline Cat Rescue and Network Inc.

Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At LiFeline Cat Rescue and Network Inc.

An interview with LiFeline Cat Rescue and Network Inc. from Dayton, Ohio. Introducing LiFeline Cat Rescue and Network Inc. My name is Holly Clawson. I am the director/founder of LiFeline Cat Rescue and Network Inc. How did LiFeline Cat Rescue and Network Inc. Start? What Are The Challenges Encountered Along The Way? I am the founder and …

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k9.5 Rescue

Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At k9.5 Rescue

An interview with k9.5 Rescue from Greenville, South Carolina. Introducing k9.5 Rescue I am the Founder/President of k9.5 Rescue. I began the rescue unofficially in 2000, but we became a 501c3 nonprofit in 2004. How did k9.5 Rescue Start? What Are The Challenges Encountered Along The Way? Always an animal lover, I learned of the need for …

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T-Town TNR Inc.

Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At T-Town TNR Inc.

An interview with T-Town TNR Inc. from Tulsa, Oklahoma. Introducing T-Town TNR Inc. Realizing that we could never adopt our way out of this cat overpopulation crisis (and many of the cats at large were not socialized to humans, therefore unadoptable), we began doing targeted trap, neuter/spay, vaccinate, and return (TNVR) at the neighborhood and colony level.  …

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Hello Bully

Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At Hello Bully

An interview with Hello Bully from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Introducing Hello Bully Hello! I’m Daisy Wise, Founder, President, and Behavior Director at Hello Bully. Dogs have always been an important part of my life and I’ve been involved in animal advocacy since I was a pre-teen. Hello Bully is my baby and, at 18 years of age, I’m …

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Friends for Life Animal Rescue

Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At Friends for Life Animal Rescue

An interview with Friends for Life Animal Rescue from Houston, Texas. Introducing Friends For Life Animal Rescue Friends for Life Animal Rescue is a registered 501c3 non-profit, no-kill animal rescue group founded in 1993 and located in Gilbert, Az. What Are Friends For Life Animal Rescue’s Goals, Mission, And Vision? Our mission statement is: To significantly impact …

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Waldo's Rescue Pen

Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At Waldo’s Rescue Pen

An interview with Waldo’s Rescue Pen from Jersey City, New Jersey. Introducing Waldo’s Rescue Pen Hi! Emily & Jenny here. Emily is the founder of Waldos Rescue Pen, and Jenny is the Director of Operations for the rescue. We are involved because we are extremely passionate about saving animals all over the US and working with people …

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Save The Animals Foundation

Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At Save The Animals Foundation

An interview with Save The Animals Foundation from Cincinnati, Ohio. Introducing Save The Animals Foundation My name is Diane Parsons and I am the Shelter Manager for the dogs and dog volunteers at Save The Animals Foundation (STAF), plus I am the Intake Coordinator and I am on the dog veterinary team. I started at STAF in …

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Central MS Turtle Rescue

Exploring the World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look at Central MS Turtle Rescue

An interview with Central MS Turtle Rescue from Jackson, Mississippi. Introducing The Founders Of Central MS Turtle Rescue My name is Christy Milbourne. I am the founder and executive director of the Central MS Turtle Rescue. My duties include turtle rescue/rehabilitation, bookkeeping, fundraiser, public relations manager, social media manager, webmaster, adoption coordinator, educator, and business …

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Growls and Howls Animal Rescue

Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At Growls and Howls Animal Rescue

An interview with Growls and Howls Animal Rescue from Cleveland, Ohio. Introducing Growls and Howls Animal Rescue My name is Lauren Mowles. I am the founder and Executive Director of Growls and Howls Animal Rescue. I founded the nonprofit organization in May 2019 because of my passion for helping animals. I have volunteered at shelters and rescues …

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Ruff Haven

Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At Ruff Haven

An interview with Ruff Haven from Salt Lake City, Utah. Introducing Ruff Haven My name is Stanley O. Stensrud, and I am a co-founder and Board Member of Ruff Haven Crisis Sheltering, a 501c3, all-volunteer organization. The other co-founders are Kristina Pulsipher, Marisa Hernandez, and Kimo Pokini. Our mission is to provide a temporary safe …

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Grand Prairie Cat Crew

Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At Grand Prairie Cat Crew

An interview with Grand Prairie Cat Crew from Dallas, Texas. Introducing Grand Prairie Cat Crew I started the Grand Prairie CAT CREW originally as a Facebook page to highlight shelter cats, who were not being shown well to the public. I would go photograph them after I finished helping the dogs. Then we had the chance to …

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Cat Behavior Solutions

Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At Cat Behavior Solutions

An interview with Cat Behavior Solutions from Arlington, Texas. Introducing Cat Behavior Solutions I am Molly DeVoss, CFTBS, CCBS, FFCP, CRM, Founder and Executive Director of Cat Behavior Solutions and Cat Talk Radio. I started Cat Behavior Solutions to reduce the number of cats euthanized in shelters each year. Every year, 3.2 million cats are …

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Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary Inc.

Exploring the World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look at Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary Inc.

An interview with Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary Inc. from Fayetteville, North Carolina. Introducing Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary Inc. My role at Blind Cat Rescue (BCR) involves being in contact with our supporters, marketing, and fundraising.  I got involved with BCR in 2011 when my husband and I adopted a blind cat, and we …

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Exploring the World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look at Street Cat HUB

An interview with Street Cat HUB from Albuquerque, New Mexico. Introducing Stacy Heaton from Street Cat HUB My name is Stacy Heaton, Executive Director of Street Cat HUB. I am passionate about the importance of spay/neuter.  How did Street Cat HUB Start? What Are The Challenges Encountered Along The Way? The founder, Jayne Sage, started …

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Four Paws and a Wake Up, Inc.

Exploring the World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look at Four Paws and a Wake Up, Inc.

An interview with Four Paws and a Wake Up, Inc. from El Paso, Texas. Introducing Four Paws And A Wake Up, Inc. I’m Andrea Joseph and I’m the Founder and Executive Director of Four Paws and a Wake Up.  I’ve had a service dog for years and have experienced how they can save a person’s …

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McKamey Animal Center

Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At McKamey Animal Center

An interview with McKamey Animal Center from Chattanooga, Tennessee. Introducing Lauren Mann from McKamey Animal Center My name is Lauren Mann, and I am the Director of Advancement at McKamey Animal Center. I started working in animal welfare seven years ago, but have always been an avid animal lover. I work in this realm of the nonprofit …

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Dedman Foundation

Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At Dedman Foundation

An interview with Dedman Foundation from Fort Benton, MT. Introducing Dedman Foundation My name is Benjamin Pullen. I am the kennel manager, and I am acting director of operations. I am involved in this organization because I believe in its mission and how it supports the community. I also just really love animals. Working with animals is …

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Greener Pastures Farm Sanctuary

Exploring the World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look at Greener Pastures Farm Sanctuary

An interview with Greener Pastures Farm Sanctuary from San Luis Obispo, California. Introducing Greener Pastures Farm Sanctuary My name is Diane Dieterich, and I am the founder and Executive Director of Greener Pastures Farm Sanctuary. I was rescuing animals out of my suburban home and was getting involved in more frequent farm animal rescues. It …

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Brother Wolf Animal Rescue

Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At Brother Wolf Animal Rescue

An interview with Brother Wolf Animal Rescue from Asheville, North Carolina Introducing Brother Wolf Animal Rescue My name is Leah Craig Fieser, and I’m the Executive Director of Brother Wolf Animal Rescue based out of Asheville, NC. Brother Wolf Animal Rescue was founded in 2007, and we impact the lives of thousands of companion animals each year …

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Saber Life Foundation

Exploring the World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look at Saber Life Foundation

An interview with Saber Life Foundation from Pineville, Missouri. Introducing Saber Life Foundation Our foundation started with our daughter, Gracynn, when she was in 5th grade elementary. She had been diagnosed by this time in her life with several diagnoses, Essential Tremors and Autism being the main diagnosis, with several “legs” of diagnosis that were …

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Freed Spirits Animal Rescue

Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At Freed Spirits Animal Rescue From Phoenix, AZ

An interview with Freed Spirits Animal Rescue from Phoenix Arizona. Introducing Kaylee Thorne from Freed Spirits Animal Rescue My Name is Kaylee Thorne, and I am one of the Co-Founders of Freed Spirits. I am the event coordinator and team lead of the rescue a few days of the week, I am involved because it …

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