The Foster Files
On The Foster Files we are telling stories about adoptable animals and the people who save them. Our focus will be on highlighting adoptable animals while discussing the joys, struggles, highs and heartbreaks of choosing to foster animals in need. You can expect to hear about training, rehabilitating, adoption and rescue stories, and animal welfare issues and concerns all while learning about animals in your community who need a home. Who knows, maybe you'll find your next great love
Please don't hump me
As we approach the months filled with cabin fever, Kelly thought it would be a great time to talk about unwanted behavior from excited dogs. Lauren from Choose Wisely Dog Training offers some easy, actionable tips when your dog is jumping, barking, or humping for attention!
Wagtopia: Adopt Dogs, Cats, Register Pet Microchip, Geo Tags
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The Ins and Outs of Animal Shelters
Danielle, Shelter Administrator and Foster Coordinator of Animal Protectors of Allegheny Valley joins the podcast to talk all things animal shelters. If you ever wondered why adoption fees are a few hundred dollars, or how shelters care for their most stressed residents, this episode is for you!
Volunteer - ANIMAL PROTECTORS OF ALLEGHENY VALLEY
Fur-Ever Mine Fund | The Pittsburgh Foundation
Dog for adoption - Odie, a Pit Bull Terrier in New Kensington, PA | Petfinder
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Birds of a Feather
Branching out from the usual content about dogs and cats, Kelly learns all about bird welfare! Joined by Jenna from Soaring Spirits Sanctuary she hears the good, bad and ugly about why birds shouldn't have been domesticated in the first place but how we can help clean up the mess we made, as humans.
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Straight Up Dog Talk
Fellow podcaster, Em, visits Kelly to talk everything dog! A dog trainer and nutritionist Em brings her wealth of knowledge, compassion for animals as well as practical tips that can help you improve your dog's overall well being. After you listen to Em here, be sure to subscribe to her podcast, Straight Up Dog Talk!
Grover the Dog (Black Mouth Cur)
A different kind of dog podcast, where no topic is taboo. Owners and experts get real about what really matters
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Max Update!
A short episode to give everyone an update on Max!
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Rescued by Hope
On this episode Kelly talks to Janine Guido, the founder of Speranza Animal Rescue in Mechanicsburg, PA about her journey in rescue, the animal welfare act she helped bring into law, and her new book, Rescued by Hope. Janine's story isn't unique in rescue; it's heartbreaking, inspiring and never ending. Despite her efforts there will always be another soul to save, another heart to heal. Janine is a warrior among rescue and worth the listen.
Speranzarescue.org
Rescued by Hope: The Story of Speranza Animal Rescue: Guido, Janine: 9798262815685: Amazon.com: Books
Duolingo for Dogs
If you're looking for ways to translate your dog's body language, this is the episode for you! Back on the pod is Lauren from Choose Wisely Dog Training to give us tips on how to listen to what our dog is telling us, without any words.
Home | Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter
About The Play Way - Play Way Dogs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jP2vqpD3hc
https://choosewiselydogtraining.com/blog/f/the-importance-of-play
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Finding Humanity in Humane Cases with Heather B.
Some of the hardest cases that a rescue will face begin with animal cruelty and neglect. Heather B, a fellow volunteer with Cross Your Paws, takes the time to talk to Kelly about how she finds it in herself to keep facing these heartbreaking cases. Every dog that finds themselves in a shelter or rescue, need our love and care, but these Humane Cases need more than most.
Home - Rescue Village - Rescue Village is a humane society that serves the Cleveland area's eastern communities
Home | Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter
Wagtopia: Adopt D...
Other Ways to Rescue
Kelly talks to a friend, Cheyenne, who does great work in rescue without always fostering. Her experience as a volunteer with Animal Protectors of Allegheny Valley has changed the day to day life of dozens of dogs in need.
animalprotectors.net
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Intro to Fostering
Taking a little time to discuss Fostering 101, Kelly breaks down the steps you need to take to be as successful as possible when fostering a new dog. After that, she talks about the importance of the 3-3-3 rule in setting yourself, and the dog, up for success!
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Walk it Out
Ever wonder what the secret to peace with a dog is? It's probably simpler than you think and in episode 8 Kelly breaks down her tried and true recipe for Utopia with dogs, long and frequent walkies.
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It's Not Always Wagging Tails and Happy Dogs
After a failed Meet and Greet, Kelly sat down to talk about one of the hardest aspects of fostering, whether or not the dog is adoptable. This short episode gives an update on Max, what happened, and how fostering him could possibly move forward.
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Lauren Knows Best
Lauren from Choose Wisely Training joins Kelly on the podcast to talk training tips, the most common mistakes dog owners make, and the four things every training session needs.
Show Notes and Links:
https://journal.iaabcfoundation.org/the-resilience-rainbow/
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Asheville Dog Training & Dog Behavior Experts - The Dog Door
https://www.crossyourpaws.com/blank-5/1-wags-n-wine-ticket
Click here to meet Floyd
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Trap Queens
This week Kelly talks to Monica & Bobbi, local volunteers who spend their days finding and reuniting lost dogs in Western PA. Tune in to learn what to do if your dog goes missing, how to prevent your dog from getting lost, and how you can support their volunteer efforts. Also, learn about adoptable Komi from Grand Forks, North Dakota!
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Crissy & Arthur
A special interview where Kelly talks to a friend about her journey in fostering, her advice for others, and the special dog she's caring for now.
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What to Expect When Expecting.... A Foster
This episode explores why fostering is so important, the statistics behind the need for more fosters, and what you can look forward to as you prepare to welcome your first foster animal.
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We Can't Keep Them All
If you're like most people you hesitate to foster animals because you worry you'll get attached to them and be unable to watch them get adopted into another home. In this episode, Kelly discusses how she and Michael approach those emotions when they take on a new foster and how you might be able to overcome that to help saves lives.
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Max
In our introductory episode of The Foster Files, Kelly introduces herself, her husband Michael and the path that led them to fostering dogs with Cross Your Paws all while talking about their current foster, Max!
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