Best Wallis Annenberg PetSpace Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 21 - Sterling Davis aka The Trap King 44:56

8h ago44:56

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Many people would gladly settle for a successful career in music, but for Sterling “TrapKing” Davis, rapping was merely a stepping stone towards his true calling: TNR and community cat management. After doing years of outreach and education, Sterling founded TrapKing Humane Cat Solutions in 2017. Today, his nonprofit continues to champion TNR and p…

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Episode 20 - Jess Rona 38:13

23d ago38:13

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Let’s be real: dog groomers are the unsung heroes of the pet industry. They’re the ones who battle through the matted coats, risk life and limb to clip nails, and make it look so easy to keep our pets well-maintained, happy, and healthy. And who better to talk about dog grooming than Jess Rona, groomer to the stars and a star in her own right? As a…

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Episode 19 - Kelsey Darragh 44:03

2M ago44:03

44:03

Sometimes, the rescue world can be heavy. But today’s guest – creator, filmmaker, and author Kelsey Darragh – somehow captures the most magical moments, especially with her ever rotating cast of foster dogs. Admittedly, Kelsey was a pro at saying goodbye… until Hippo came along. She shares how one dog seemingly changed her life for nothing but the …

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Episode 18 - Vanessa Villela 33:17

2M ago33:17

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Not all rescue stories are “love at first sight”; often, it’s simply about helping an animal in need, and the bond that grows from there. Sometimes that electric feeling is undeniable where you know that you and your pet-to-be are absolutely perfect for each other. That’s what happened when Vanessa Villela met her cat, Osita, here at PetSpace. On t…

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Episode 17 - Brett Yates 40:24

3M ago40:24

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Our guest on today’s episode, Brett Yates, is involved in more pet-friendly initiatives than you can shake a stick at. Pet-inclusive housing? You’ve got it. Community outreach and support? Throw it on the list. Research to incentivize and rapidly develop a single-dose, nonsurgical sterilant that would change spay/neuter practices forever? Yeah, why…

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Episode 16 - Matt Nelson aka WeRateDogs 55:27

3M ago55:27

55:27

“The dogs are good again this week.” Over the years, Matt Nelson of WeRateDogs has delivered some iconic lines in support of man’s best friend, and as WeRateDogs’ presence has grown, so has Matt’s ambitions to give back to the community of dog-lovers that he has amassed. Enter the 15/10 Foundation, inspired by the followers of WeRateDogs this found…

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Episode 15 - Nathan Kehn aka Nathan The Cat Lady 43:36

4M ago43:36

43:36

Nathan Kehn is many things: an actor, a video game designer, an influencer, a budding TNR enthusiast… but first and foremost, he identifies as a “crazy cat lady” in the best of ways. He found that leaning into being a “cat lady” was a superior alternative to “Nathan the Cat Daddy” (trust us, he very quickly learned why). Nathan the Cat Lady hasan i…

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Episode 14 - Zach Skow 59:28

4M ago59:28

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“Who rescued who?” It’s something you hear often when it comes to our pets, but for Zach Skow, the sentiment couldn’t be truer. Faced with end-stage liver disease and an uphill battle with addiction, Zach credits his dogs with getting him through his darkest days, and he’s been returning the favor ever since. His rescue, Marley’s Mutts, has been go…

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Episode 13 - Holly Allen 34:18

5M ago34:18

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Okay, so let’s say you were inspired by our last episode with Puppy Bowl ref Dan Schachner, who fostered dogs for a decade before finally adopting one for himself. Or maybe fostering has been on your to-do list, or it’s a New Year’s Resolution of yours, but you don’t know where to start. Well, today’s guest on the PetSpace Podcast, Holly Allen, has…

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Episode 12 - Dan Schachner 34:28

5M ago34:28

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On this episode of the PetSpace Podcast, we’re joined by someone who truly scored a touchdown when he landed the role of a lifetime: as the referee – or “ruffaree,” as the case may be – of the Puppy Bowl. Each year, Dan Schachner attempts to maintain order for the 100+ puppies who participate in the event, while also highlighting adoptable puppies …

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Episode 11 - Hannah Shaw aka Kitten Lady 43:46

6M ago43:46

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What would you do if you found an abandoned kitten in a tree? Hopefully we’d all do something to help, but for Hannah Shaw, stumbling upon her cat-to-be, Coco, literally changed her life. And in the years since, as the Kitten Lady, she’s made it her mission to educate people on how to care for neonatal kittens, the most vulnerable – and incredibly …

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Episode 10 - Susan Michals CatCon 34:30

6M ago34:30

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Our guest on this episode of the PetSpace Podcast, Susan Michals has spent close to a decade producing events that challenge typical “cat people” stereotypes. A former writer and producer at E!, Susan decided to marry her love of cats and her art background into the first Cat Art Show; impressed by the turnout, she created CatCon a year later, and …

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Episode 09 - David Hoffman 40:44

7M ago40:44

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As the human half of Liberty Mutual’s buddy-cop pair LiMu Emu and Doug, writer/actor David Hoffman is pretty famous for working with animals… well, one specific animal. But, as he confesses on this episode of the PetSpace Podcast, despite his rapport with his emu partner, he has actually been afraid of dogs for most of his life. The keyword there i…

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Episode 08 - Brad Goreski 39:48

7M ago39:48

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On this episode of the PetSpace Podcast, celebrity stylist and rescue dog dad, Brad Goreski, joined us in-studio to share what he loves most about his resced dogs,how he is using his Instagram as a platform for rescue activism, and how he can no longer imagine a night where he isn't sleeping snugly with a pup on either side. During our conversation…

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Episode 07 - Rita Earl Blackwell 34:05

7M ago34:05

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On this episode of the PetSpace Podcast, we are joined by one of our most treasured rescue networkers and fairy dogmother, Rita Earl Blackwell. This time we took the show on the road to Rita’s home away from home - one of LA County’s Animal Care Centers. Rita has repeatedly gone viral for her videos and photos of shelter dogs in need. This incredib…

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Episode 06 - Caitlin & Maxwell Benson 34:18

8M ago34:18

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On this episode of the PetSpace Podcast, Caitlin and Maxwell Benson, founders of the comedy production company, Can’t Even Comedy – but most importantly, repeat PetSpace adopters – give us the scoop on how they have mastered weaving their love for their pets into their work and their everyday lives. We had no shortage of laughs as the duo shared st…

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Episode 05 - Sophie Gamand 49:06

8M ago49:06

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As the saying goes… “eyes are the windows to the soul”, and Sophie Gamand’s work proves this is not just applicable to us humans, but animals as well, especially those waiting for their forever homes. An award-winning artist and photographer, Sophie has made a career out of humanizing dogs, first with her viral series “Wet Dog” and “Pit Bull Flower…

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Episode 04 - Beth Pratt 41:40

9M ago41:40

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Recorded just a few months before P-22’s tragic passing, this episode features Beth Pratt of #SaveLACougars and the National Wildlife Foundation. Beth, aka “the Cougar Lady,” joins the PetSpace Podcast to talk about how P-22 became an iconic presence in LA, and in doing so, revolutionized the way people think about our relationship with urban wildl…

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Episode 03 - Matt Hobbs aka Puppy Songs 37:01

9M ago37:01

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Our pets have all sorts of silly, goofy, adorable little quirks, and Matt Hobbs has made a career out of turning those funny quirks and cute moments into catchy songs – or, more specifically, Puppy Songs. What started as a fun hobby during the COVID lockdown has blossomed into something way way larger: thanks to songs like “Cheese Tax” and “Big Str…

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Episode 02 - Dr. Kwane Stewart aka The Street Vet 42:18

10M ago42:18

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Dr. Kwane Stewart has been a practicing veterinarian for over 20 years, and he has worked in both private practice as well as public municipal animal shelters. But it wasn’t until he became The Street Vet that he felt like his purpose in life became clear. On this episode of the PetSpace Podcast, Dr. Kwane talks with us about the emotional toll of …

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Episode 01 - Kristen Bell 33:59

10M ago33:59

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Kicking off with a guest who needs no introduction, Kristen Bell. To call Kristen an “animal lover” is most certainly an understatement – after understanding at a young age that all living things have significance in this world, she leaned into her love of animals and the safe space that they provided her. Kristen has rescued and fostered countless…

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PetSpace Podcast Trailer 2:34

10M ago2:34

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What was the moment you knew your life would never be the same because of an animal? Whether it was a childhood pet or a connection made at a time you least expected, animals can shape and transform our lives in incredible ways. Brought to you by Wallis Annenberg Petspace, The PetSpace podcast is here to explore the human-animal bond and these unde…

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Fluff vs. Ruff - The Puppy Bowl's Impact on Adoption - A Conversation with Dan Scachner the Puppy Bowl Ref 1:01:14

4+ y ago1:01:14

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By Dan Schachner, Lauren Farricker

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Finn to the Rescue - Featuring Henry Friedman of Team Dogist and Dog Dad to @keepingfinn sharing how a rescue dog changed his life 57:46

4+ y ago57:46

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You can support their rescue efforts for their Finn to the Rescue Project on their Patreon here You can follow Finn and Henry's adventures on social media on Instagram @keepingfinn And on FacebookBy Henry Friedman

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Pearls for Pups - Helping Rescue Pups with Style 37:28

4+ y ago37:28

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Check out Pearls for Pups' website Follow them on Instagram Follow them on FacebookBy Lauren Farricker

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The Wallis Annenberg Petspace: Realities of Rescue & Considering a Senior Pet 1:07:15

4+ y ago1:07:15

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A Conversation with two very powerful women: J.J. Rawlinson, DVMwho is the Senior Manager, Community Partnerships and Welfare Initiatives and Misty Espinoza Marketing and Communications Manager who both work at the Wallis Annenberg Petspace. We discuss the realities of rescuing a dog and celebrating Adopt a Senior Pet month.…

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Dancers and Dogs - An interview with Kelly Pratt Kreidich – Photographer, Co-Creator, and Author of Dancers and Dogs 28:43

4+ y ago28:43

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Follow them on social media @dancersanddogs You can buy the book at www.dancersanddogs.com and it's also for sale on Amazon as well! This book is a must-have for any dog lover for an unexpected gift during the holidays Kelly and her husband had been professional photographers working together for years but an idea was the genesis for going viral an…

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Puppies Make Me Happy - A Conversation with Niels Skou Founder of Puppies Make me Happy @puppiesmakemehappy 35:08

4+ y ago35:08

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Their goal is to make “The Happiest Clothes On Earth.” Our goal is to make people and puppies happy. Niels talks about when you wear something that makes you happier, you will be in a happier state of mind throughout your day. Skou call this the “Puppies Effect.” Every month they pick a rescue spotlight and are very transparent with their customers…

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Pitbull Advocation through Comedy - A Conversation with Dianne Scott a Pitbull Dog Mom & Breed Advocate and the Content Creator behind Tale of Two Pitties @aTaleOf2Pitties 39:11

4+ y ago39:11

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Follow A Tale of Two Pitties on YouTube: Follow them on Instagram: @ataleof2pitties Web Series on Instagram: @mayorroo The Woman behind it all is Dianne Scott, you can follow her on Instagram @di.creates And you can find all of her books on AmazonBy Dianne Scott, Lauren Farricker

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BONUS EPISODE - Molly is a Superpower Dog - Interview with Dayna Hilton– Executive Director at Keep Kids Fire Safe Fdn. & Dog Mom to Molly the Fire Safety Dog 18:52

4+ y ago18:52

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In this BONUS EPISODE of The Woof Life Show the podcast for dog lovers, Lauren Farricker chats with Dayna Hilton who is a dog mom and the Executive Director at Keep Kids Fire Safe Foundation. Molly is the ambassador for the IMAX movie centered around pups doing incredible work titled, Superpower Dogs. Molly and Dayna have been able to meet children…

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Fire Safety Saves Lives - Interview with Dayna Hilton– Executive Director at Keep Kids Fire Safe Fdn. & Dog Mom to Molly the Fire Safety Dog 44:47

4+ y ago44:47

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In this episode of The Woof Life Show the podcast for dog lovers, Lauren Farricker chats with Dayna Hilton who is a dog mom and the Executive Director at Keep Kids Fire Safe Foundation. Molly the Fire Safety Dog doesn’t leave her duties in the firehouse. Molly and her human companion, Dayna, have taken Molly’s skills into schools all across the wor…

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Working Towards No-Kill - Interview with Michelle Sathe – Dog Mom & Public Relations Manager of Best Friends Animal Society 1:00:07

4+ y ago1:00:07

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In this episode of The Woof Life Show the podcast for dog lovers, Lauren Farricker chats with Michelle Sathe who is a dog mom and the Public Relations Manager of Best Friends Animal Society. We talk about the realities and the state of the union for rescue animals in the US.In this episode of The Woof Life Show the podcast for dog lovers, Lauren Fa…

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Vodka for Dog People – Tito’s Handmade Vodka A Conversation with Elizabeth “Beth” Bellanti – Program Manager of Vodka for Dog People 38:41

4+ y ago38:41

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In this episode of The Woof Life Show the podcast for dog lovers, Lauren Farricker chats with Elizabeth “Beth” Bellanti who is the Program Manager of Vodka for Dog People on behalf of Tito’s Handmade Vodka. If you're looking for a vodka label that also supports dog welfare, look no further than Tito’s Handmade Vodka. Tito’s Handmade Vodka has creat…

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There are No Bad Dogs - A Conversation with Matt Beisner of Zen Dog in LA and the star of Nat Geo Wild’s Dog Impossible Show 44:07

4+ y ago44:07

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In this episode of The Woof Life Show the podcast for dog lovers, Lauren Farricker has a conversation with Matt Beisner of Zen Dog in LA and the star of Nat Geo Wild’s Dog Impossible Show Note to my listeners, I am obsessed with Dog Impossible and I am so excited to chat with Matt to learn more about the show. Beisner, owner of THE ZEN DOG http://w…

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Piglet– 2019 Hero Search & Rescue Dog - Interview with Lori Wells 24:18

4+ y ago24:18

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In this episode of The Woof Life Show the podcast for dog lovers, Lauren Farricker chats with Lori Wells who is the dog mom and handler of Piglet who won the 2019 Search & Rescue Hero Dog. But there’s another “Piglet” in town: an eight-year-old Catahoula Leopard Dog. This Piglet, a veteran search and rescue dog, is trained and certified to help fam…

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From Prison to Beverly Hills - The Journey of Leader Dog Lady – 2019 Hero Guide Dog an Interview with Dawn Rudolph 58:15

4+ y ago58:15

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In this episode of The Woof Life Show the podcast for dog lovers, Lauren Farricker chats with Dawn Rudolph who is the dog mom and handler of Leader Dog Lady who won the 2019 Hero Guide Dog Award. Dawn Rudolph is legally blind and Leader Dog Lady is her guide dog. Dawn shares with The Woof Life show how much her world has changed so much since Lady …

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Sergeant Yeager – 2019 Military Hero Dog our Interview with Caroline Zuendel 25:17

4+ y ago25:17

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In this episode of The Woof Life Show the podcast for dog lovers, Lauren Farricker chats with Caroline Zuendel who is the dog mom and handler of Sergeant Yeager who won the 2019 Military Hero Dog Award. Sergeant Yeager honorably performed combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan as an Improvised Explosive Detection Dog with the United States Marine Cor…

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Gus- Hero Dog Awards - Interview with Anna Barbosa - 2019 Shelter Dog of the Year 27:21

4+ y ago27:21

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In this episode of The Woof Life Show the podcast for dog lovers, Lauren Farricker chats with Anna Barbosa who is the dog mom and handler of Gus who won the Shelter Hero Dog Award. The Woof Life also got the honor of interviewing Anna who rescued and helped Gus who was discovered as a homeless dog on the streets of Houston who had suffered abuse at…

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Dax & Alice - Hero Dog Awards - Interview with John Forlenza - Dax’s handler and Tara Murillo handler to Alice 55:21

4+ y ago55:21

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In this episode of The Woof Life Show the podcast for dog lovers, Lauren Farricker chats with Tara Murillo who is the dog mom and handler of Alice who won the Service Hero Dog Award. The Woof Life also got the honor of interviewing Sheriff’s Deputy John Forlenza who is the handler to Dax the Hero dog winner of the Law Enforcement/ Arson category. T…

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Jeanie the 3-Legged Therapy Dog - Interview with Lydia Crochet – The 2019 Therapy Hero Dog Nominated for the Hero Dog Awards 38:36

4+ y ago38:36

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In this episode of The Woof Life Show the podcast for dog lovers, Lauren Farricker chats with Lydia Crochet who is the handler and dog mom to Jeanie to 3-Legged Therapy Dog who won The 2019 Therapy Hero Dog Award at the Hero Dog Awards. Jeanie is a rescue that was found with a crippled leg running with a pack of dogs in Louisiana. She had a cripple…

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Winston the White Corgi - Interview with Tina Kim – The Dog Mom & Momager of @WinstontheWhiteCorgi 58:18

5y ago58:18

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In this episode of The Woof Life Show the podcast for dog lovers, Lauren Farricker chats with Tina Kim who is the Dog Mom and Momager (watch out Kris Jenner) to Winston the White Corgi. You can follow their adventures on social media @winstonthewhitecorgi Tina shares about their lives and what it is like to be the Mom of one of the most influential…

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The Vicktory Dogs - Interview with Emily Giambalvo - Writer at The Washington Post & Author of “Michael Vick’s dogs could have been euthanized. They became adoption ambassadors” 47:59

5y ago47:59

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In this episode of The Woof Life Show the podcast for dog lovers, Lauren Farricker chats with Emily Giambalvo, who is a writer at The Washington Post. She recently published an incredibly important article highlighting the impact that Michael Vick's dogs so many years later. The exposure of that dogfighting ring at the helm of such a public figure …

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Have a frightfully good time for a good cause - Halloween Party support HIT Living Foundation with Celebrity Pet Photographers Charlie Nunn Photography 22:26

5y ago22:26

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Things are about to get a little spooky in LA! In this episode of The Woof Life Show, Lauren Farricker chats with Tom Pricone of The HIT Living Foundation and Charlie Nunn and Raymond Janis of the celebrity pet photography team of Charlie Nunn Photography. Saturday, October 12th 5:00 - 9:00 PM RSVP by emailing Charlie@charlienunnphotography.com ple…

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Faith the Surfing Pitbull - Conversation with James the Dog Dad of @faithsurfs 37:20

5y ago37:20

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In this episode of The Woof Life Show the podcast for dog lovers, Lauren Farricker chats with James who is the Dog Dad to Faith the Surfing Pitbull. You can follow their adventures on social media @faithsurfs. James shares the unexpected way that Faith entered his life and all of the adventures that came out of that chance meeting. They’ve traveled…

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The Rescue Dogs of West Hollywood - Featuring Dr. John Sessa the Executive Director of The Vanderpump Dogs Foundation 37:42

5y ago37:42

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In this episode of The Woof Life Show the podcast for dog lovers, Lauren Farricker chats with Dr. John Sessa the Executive Director of The Vanderpump Dog Foundation. John works directly with Ken and Lisa Vanderpump to run the organization that rescues and rehabilitates dogs. John works directly to manage the operations of the rescue both domestical…

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This café has gone to the dogs - Featuring Logan Mikhly – Co Founder of Boris & Horton 19:19

5y ago19:19

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In this episode of The Woof Life Show the podcast for dog lovers, Lauren Farricker chats with Logan Mikhly the Co-Founder of Boris & Horton. Boris & Horton is the first dog-friendly cafe in New York located in the East Village. First off, I chat with Logan about the difference between a dog cafe and a dog-friendly cafe. There is a difference and we…

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Harrison Ford is Lost - The story of a lost dog in San Diego - A Conversation with Saige Hooker Mom to Harrison Ford and Babs Fry a Pet Recovery Specialist 1:33:29

5y ago1:33:29

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In this episode of The Woof Life Show the podcast for dog lovers, Lauren Farricker chats with Saige Hooker the Mom of Harrison Ford and Babs Fry a Pet Recovery Specialist. You are visiting relatives and head for a day out and leave your pup with your relatives. You receive a call 15 minutes later that your pup aptly named Harrison Ford has run off.…

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Ivy the Very Determined Dog - Featuring Maureen Harrington the Mom of Ivy and Co-Author of "Ivy the Determined Dog" 39:07

5y ago39:07

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In this episode of The Woof Life Show the podcast for dog lovers, Lauren Farricker chats with Maureen Harrington the Mom of Ivy the Frenchie @ivy.the.frenchie. Ivy is a bundle of joy Frenchie whose life changed on her 3rd birthday. She was diagnosed with IVDD which caused her two back legs to become paralyzed. Ivy’s life changed quickly but as she …

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What's My Mutt - DNA Test Reveal - @halsey_the_hound 24:37

5y ago24:37

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In this episode of The Woof Life Show the podcast for dog lovers, Lauren Farricker chats withAmy who owns Halsey the Hound @halsey_the_hound. We do our first What’s My Mutt DNA reveal where Amy the owner of Halsey has to come to terms with her pup’s Embark DNA test results. Amy was so skeptical when she received the results so they were run twice w…

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How Flower Crowns Changed Pitbull Rescue – PT2 - Conversation with Sophie Gamand @sophiegamand Rescue Advocate & Artist - Author of Pitbull Flower Power & Wet Dog 40:39

5y ago40:39

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Welcome to The Woof Life Show - a podcast created for dog lovers, by dog lovers! Hosted by Lauren Farricker. In this episode, Lauren continues her chat with Sophie Gamand. You know Sophie for being a viral sensation with her incredible artwork and photography. She is an advocate for rescue dogs most especially for bully breeds. Did you know that pi…

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