In this episode of Sit Stay Rant, the crew goes live on Amy Creel’s TikTok for a raw, funny, and heartfelt look at rescue life in real time. Amy, Emily, Tiffany, and Gabby talk about the six semi-feral Chihuahuas coming into Knine Rescue from a severe hoarding case, what their intake will look like, how to start earning their trust, and the slow, patient work that turns fear into hope.
They also answer questions from viewers during the livestream, everything from the adoption and application process to fostering tips, medical holds, and what really goes on behind the scenes when a rescue takes in dogs with trauma.
And because no Sit Stay Rant episode is complete without some laughter, the team rounds things out with a rescue-themed game of “What Would You Rather?” that spirals into chaos and comedy in the best possible way.
It’s honest, unscripted, and full of heart, the kind of episode that shows exactly what rescue looks like when you’re living it every day.
The chaos, laughter, and honesty continue in Part Two of Sit Stay Rant: Live on TikTok! Amy, Tiffany, Gabby, and Emily pick up right where they left off, answering even more of your burning rescue questions straight from the live chat. From navigating surprise litters and tricky foster situations to the emotional ups and downs of transport day, nothing is off-limits.
This episode dives deeper into what it really takes to keep a rescue running, behind the adorable faces are sleepless nights, hard decisions, and a whole lot of heart. Between the laughter and the chaos, there are those raw, real moments that remind us why we do this: for the dogs who are waiting, the fosters who keep showing up, and the community that makes it all possible.
It’s unfiltered, it’s unpredictable, and it’s everything you love about Sit Stay Rant.
In this episode of Sit, Stay, Rant, Amy Creel goes live on TikTok with Tiffany, Gabby, and Emily for a night of chaos, laughter, and raw rescue talk. The crew opens up the floor to followers’ burning questions, about litters, fostering, Beethoven’s wild adoption story, Amy’s little mama dog who showed up pregnant, and everything in between.
Nothing’s off limits as the team dives into what it’s really like to live the rescue life, the heart, the mess, the moments that break you, and the ones that keep you going. Between questions, they share unfiltered stories, plenty of laughs, and the kind of honesty that only comes from doing this work day in and day out.
Whether you’re thinking about fostering, curious about starting a rescue, or just love hearing the behind-the-scenes drama, this live episode brings you right into the heart of it all, real people, real dogs, real rescue.
Grab a snack, and join Amy, Tiffany, Gabby, and Emily as they tackle it all on TikTok, one wag, one question, one rant at a time.
This week on Sit Stay Rant, Amy, Emily, and Tiffany talk honestly with special guest Milly about what life inside animal rescue really looks like. From inter-rescue drama and public criticism to hoarding cases and legal tangles, the team opens up about the chaos that rarely makes it to social media.
Milly brings years of experience from the Humane Society, SPCA, and vet clinics, sharing firsthand stories of burnout, cat bites, and the delicate balance between compassion and safety. Together they tackle the myths around “bad” breeds, especially pit bulls, the emotional toll of shelter work, and the small victories that make it all worth it.
Raw, heartfelt, and eye-opening, this conversation reminds listeners why rescue work matters and how understanding canine behavior can transform not only dogs but the people who love them.
Welcome back to Sit Stay Rant, where we unleash the real mess behind rescue! Amy, Tiffany, Emily, and Brittany are back at the mics, joined by the ever-adorable Mama Dumpling, (who provides few snores in the background) as the team tackles another week of rescue madness.
This week’s episode centers on Beethoven, a nine-week-old puppy whose adoption quickly turned into a cautionary tale. The adopter seemed wonderful, until the payment disappeared. The team walks listeners through how the adopter paid the adoption fee, only to dispute the charge days later. What followed were endless excuses: a “stolen” card, promises to write a check, missed deadlines, and weeks of avoidance. Amy, Emily, Tiffany, and Brittany share every twist with humor and disbelief, offering an inside look at what really happens when good intentions meet bad behavior.
Amy also recalls a wild story from years ago, when another adopter refused to pay the fee and she went full investigator mode, even contacting the man’s mother. What happened next? You’ll have to listen—but it’s shocking.
The crew doesn’t stop there. Amy brings up a recent encounter with a potential adopter who became rude after being told the rescue couldn’t “hold” a dog for several weeks until it fit their schedule. That sparks a deeper conversation about finding balance in the adoption process—how rescues walk a fine line between being too rigid with rules and too flexible in trying to make placements work.
Through it all, the team reflects on how dogs aren’t just passing through our lives, they become part of our timeline, marking chapters of love, lessons, and growth that shape who we are. Between laughter, exasperation, and Mama Dumpling’s steady presence, the crew reminds listeners why, despite the chaos, they keep doing this work: because every dog saved changes more than one life.
Grab your coffee and tune in for another unfiltered, hilarious, and heartfelt look at life in rescue.
In this episode of Sit Stay Rant, Amy is joined by her core volunteer crew: Tiffany, Emily, and Gabby, for a candid conversation with a special guest: Josh from K9 Optima. Josh, a Bay Area trainer with a fascinating past as a corporate investigator and Marine, shares his unexpected journey from organized-crime investigations to building a career training dogs.
Together, the group dives into the surprising parallels between the dog-training industry and the rescue world, including the unexpected “drama” behind the scenes. From professional rivalries to ethical disagreements, Josh and the team discuss how they navigate these tensions while staying true to their mission of helping dogs and the people who love them.
It’s an honest, funny, and inspiring conversation about dream jobs, unexpected detours, and finding community, even when the work gets messy.
In this milestone episode of Sit Stay Rant, Amy, Tiffany, Gabby, and Emily welcome two fellow rescue workers, Amanda and Maya, to the conversation. Maya shares an emotional update about her long-term foster Frenchies, Goose and Maverick, both born with cleft palates. After undergoing surgery, these resilient little dogs are thriving, and Maya reminds us that “they have such a will to live.”
From there, the group dives into one of the most common phrases they hear: “I don’t know how you do this, it must be so hard to say goodbye.” Together, they unpack the bittersweet reality of fostering: the deep bonds that form, the joy of watching dogs thrive in new homes, and the misconceptions people often have about dogs becoming “too attached” to fosters to move on.
The conversation balances heartache with hope, spotlighting both the grit required to keep going in rescue and the incredible resilience of the dogs themselves.
In this episode of Sit, Stay, Rant, Amy, Tiffany, Emily, and Gabby pull back the curtain on a pretty intense week where we took in 66 dogs in just seven days. From endless pleas for fosters to the logistical scramble of getting dogs safe and settled, the crew unpacks what it really means to be a “yes” rescue, the exhaustion, the guilt, and the bittersweet victories.
But that’s not all. The team also dives into the case of Gilligan, a dog they once placed through Knine who shockingly turned up in a local shelter. What follows is equal parts detective story and emotional gut punch, as they try to unravel what really happened. Was his adopter honest? How did he end up back at square one?
Equal parts chaotic, funny, and raw, Episode 19 captures the reality of rescue: the moments that test your patience, the dogs that test your heart, and the mysteries that keep you awake at night.
In this episode of Sit Stay Rant, the crew looks ahead to exciting changes, working with a new online platform they will be able to have guest appearances and even call-ins from listeners and haters alike. But the heart of the episode digs into a common frustration in the rescue world: unnecessarily rigid adoption processes that scare away good families.
Amy shares the story of a warm, responsible family who recently adopted one of her foster dogs. They were exactly the kind of adopters every rescue hopes for: kind, attentive parents, dog-savvy, and committed. Yet, shockingly, they had been rejected by several other rescues after enduring a grueling gauntlet of phone calls, video chats, and home visits. The final “red flag”? Their youngest child simply preferred calmer dogs over jumpy ones.
This sparks a bigger conversation: where’s the line between important due diligence and outright gatekeeping? When rescues go too far, they risk not only losing great homes for dogs but also pushing frustrated families toward breeders or pet stores. The team reflects on their own streamlined but thoughtful adoption process at Canine, emphasizing balance, trust, and common sense.
Episode 18 shines a light on how rescues can unintentionally sabotage their own mission and calls for a culture shift that makes adoption more welcoming while still keeping dogs safe.
In this special Sit Stay Rant, we’re pausing the rants (mostly) and celebrating the real reason we all show up: the dogs who beat the odds and some of our recent adoption stories.
We start with Matthew, yes, you heard right, a man trapped in a dog’s body (or at least that’s how he acts). Quirky, cute but weird finally matched with humans who get him and love him for who he is. Then there’s Wonton, the wall-staring pup who scared off every meet-and-greet until the perfect family saw him for who he is and gave him a chance.
From Puerto Rico, Cora made the long journey to find her forever people, while Poppy and Flora’s Chihuahua-size-defying litter threw us all for a loop: not too small, not too big… these Goldilocks pups finally found their people!
We’ll also remember the Office Litter, seventeen identical black and brown puppies who taught us that individuality shines even in the biggest bunch. And you can’t forget Grace O’Malley, our pirate-hearted Chow-Rottie mix straight off the Temu ship, and how it warmed our hearts when she made it to her home.
Finally, we revisit Cesar, the three-legged Baltimore street survivor who was headed for euthanasia until Tiffany stepped in. Now he’s living his best life, proving that sometimes the “least likely” become the greatest success stories.
Welcome back to another edition of Sit-Stay Rant, where we unleash the real mess behind rescue. Amy (yes, finally nailing the tagline) is joined by Emily, Tiffany, Gabby, and making her debut, Victoria, one of our powerhouse volunteers who doesn’t take nonsense from anyone.
This episode dives straight into the surprises no one warns you about when you step into the world of rescue. From the first time witnessing a transport truck unload (think chaos, exhaustion, and sometimes borderline inhumane conditions) to the devastating heartbreak of Parvo-positive puppies, our crew gets real about the moments that shook them the most.
Victoria shares how her early experiences in 2020 with sick transports changed the way she saw rescue forever. We talk about what really happens when dogs get sick on the road, the impossible choices rescues face, and the sheer volume of animals moved across the country just to have a chance at survival.
Between the laughs (yes, Gabby’s still single, and Amy swears she only has “one dog”… maybe three), and the sobering truths, this episode pulls back the curtain on the messy, human, and heartbreaking side of rescue work.
Welcome back to Sit Stay Rant, where we are unleashing the real mess behind rescue, cult vibes and all. Amy, along with Gabby, Emily, and Brittany M., dive into part two of their ever-growing list of dog rescue pet peeves.
This time, the team tackles one of the most frustrating and dangerous habits in rescue: people exaggerating or mislabeling dogs to get them surrendered or moved faster. You know the drill: a family says they “just can’t keep the dog,” and when things don’t move quickly enough, suddenly the dog is “aggressive” or “untrainable.” Those two little words? They’re not just annoying, they can be a literal death sentence.
The group breaks down why true aggression in dogs is rare, and how most behavior issues stem from fear, lack of socialization, or stress. They talk about the infamous “ladder of reactivity,” where small warning signs escalate if ignored, and share personal stories like Caesar, a Baltimore shelter dog labeled “aggressive” who turned out to be a sweetheart once out of the shelter chaos.
But that’s not all, this episode also dives into some of the other everyday pet peeves of rescue life, from fosters who expect instant perfection to people who evaluate dogs way too quickly before giving them a chance to settle in.
With a mix of humor, real-life bite stories, and hard truths, the team reminds fosters and adopters that patience and precise language matter. Calling a postpartum mama “aggressive” or slapping that label on a scared transport pup isn’t just inaccurate, it’s irresponsible. Words shape outcomes, and careless ones can put dogs at risk.
So sit back, rant along, and remember: leave the dog alone, let them come to you, and for the love of rescue, stop throwing around the word “aggressive” when what you really mean is “scared” or “reactive.”
Welcome back to Sit, Stay, Rant, where the tea is hot, the dogs are adorable, and the drama is real. Today, Amy is joined by Emily and Gabby, Tiffany, we miss you! Today we dig into the pet peeves and “oh no they didn’t” moments of rescue.
First, a disclaimer: we love our fosters. Without them, we’d be nothing but sad people with too many dogs in our kitchens. Ninety-eight percent are lifesaving rockstars. But that other two percent? Let’s just say they keep the wine industry afloat.
Gabby kicks things off with the behind-the-scenes of transport: picking clean, vetted, family-friendly dogs that adopters will love. No major bite histories, no “will guard the couch with my life” types, just pups ready for a fresh start. To place them, Gabby scrolls through a contact list that’s basically a small town directory (2,000 names), while Emily trails behind with 1,500.
And here come the pet peeves. The fosters who say “yes” and ghost right before transport. The ones drawn in by a cute Facebook post but never thought about the actual work. The déjà vu personalities who reappear in new bodies, flaking out the same way every time.
We rant because this is the real rescue life. We want to share the mishaps, the absurdities, the moments that make us laugh so we don’t cry.
Small but mighty, slightly exasperated, and still full of love for our fosters, pull up a chair. We’re spilling the kibble, one pet peeve at a time.
In this episode of Sit Stay Rant, we confront the uncomfortable truths within the rescue world, the practices that claim to save dogs but sometimes cause real harm. This isn’t about villainizing rescue, but about holding up a mirror to the sector, calling for integrity and accountability.
At the heart of the episode is the practice of warehousing dogs keeping them in kennels indefinitely without movement toward adoption. This approach, while often well-intentioned, can erode the dogs’ emotional and physical well‑being. Dogs stagnate, routines become robotic, and individuals languish in limbo.
We move into a stark discussion about pulling complicated medical cases, dogs from shelters with severe illnesses or injuries, when rescues lack the resources to support them. We discuss a rescue stepping in to pull a dog they know demands expensive care, with no foster network or financial planning. This kind of behavior may look heroic on the surface, but it can lead to prolonged suffering for the dog, financial collapse for the rescue, and burnout for everyone involved. Worse, it prevents rescues equipped to handle those cases from stepping in.
The episode calls out the dangerous seductive allure of the “medical martyr” rescue mindset, saving complicated cases as a badge of honor, even when the outcome is uncertain. We challenge rescuers to evaluate motivations: is this altruism or ego?
Join us for episode 12 of Sit Stay Rant. In this eye-opening episode we're joined by our favorite rescue crew Amy, Gabby (holding the shoulder-sitting superstar foster dog Parrot), Emily, and Tiffany as we dive into the very real crisis of shelter and dog rescue overcrowding. One local shelter just hit a 20-year high in intake, and we’re breaking down why. From backyard breeders trying to turn a quick buck on unvaccinated poodles to “designer” litters with cleft palates and no safety net. We explore how the economy, social media, and misinformation have collided into a perfect storm. Along with owner surrenders are becoming more common and the sad fact that deportations are on the rise. Spoiler: It’s not the dogs’ fault, it’s us humans. Grab your coffee and your common sense; it’s time to talk about why the rescue world is treading water and what we can do to keep afloat.
In this candid and complex episode, we explore a difficult but essential topic in the world of animal rescue: what happens when rescuers, despite good intentions, become harmful. We dive into the uncomfortable truth that some rescuers can become overwhelmed, under-resourced, and at times, slide into hoarding behaviors under the guise of “helping.”
The conversation unpacks how rescue can turn harmful, especially when individuals take on more animals than they can reasonably care for. The episode highlights how well-meaning volunteers can fall behind on vetting, spaying/neutering, and basic care, leading to dangerous and unhealthy environments. We discuss our own firsthand experiences with hoarding cases, the psychological complexities behind them, and the alarming lack of legal accountability—even when animals are suffering in plain sight.
This episode challenges the listener to think critically about the fine line between rescue and neglect, and why the rescue community must be willing to hold itself accountable in order to truly protect animals. Join us as we ask the hard questions and open the door to more responsible, compassionate rescue.
Join us for Episode 10 of Sit Stay Rant. In this raw, unfiltered episode, we open our phones and take you behind the scenes-real-time. You’ll hear the pings, scrolls, and sighs as we dig through the avalanche of messages that hit our rescue inbox daily. From heartbreaking surrender requests and sudden medical emergencies and foster family dilemmas, we’re tackling it all on the fly. No script, no filter-just the reality of running a dog rescue, one message at a time. It’s messy, emotional, and full of love. Tune in to witness the chaos, the decisions, and the compassion that keeps us going.
Welcome to Episode 9 where we spill the kibble! Sometimes, the hardest part of rescue isn’t the dogs - it’s the drama. In this candid conversation, we dig into the not-so-pretty side of rescue life: the whispers, the shade, and yes, the full-blown bark-fests from other groups. We’ll unpack some of the rumors, set the record straight, and share how we stay focused on the dogs while the haters howl. Rescue is messy, but our mission is clear. Grab your tea (or kibble), because we’re calling out the chaos with heart, humor, and a big ol’ wag of truth. Let’s clear the air!
On this episode of Sit, Stay, Rant we dive into the urgent, emotional world of Knine medical emergencies, where every second counts and every story matters. Join us as we explore the hidden struggles foster caregivers face when sick, injured, or neglected dogs arrive from transports often with little warning and even less medical history. From late-night vet runs to heartbreaking decisions and inspiring recoveries, this podcast reveals the raw, unfiltered reality behind rescue. Join us as we navigate the chaos, compassion, and courage it takes to save lives one dog at a time.
In this brutally real (and slightly unhinged) episode, the Sit Stay Rant crew dives into the gritty, behind-the-scenes world of dog transports—where freedom rides meet frantic foster fails, mystery crates arrive at 3 a.m., and poop-matted poodles ride shotgun. Amy, Gabby, Tiffany, and Emily (with a sleepyCharlotte in tow) talk everything from Arby’s parking lot surrenders to Amish breeder dumps, ghosting fosters, broken vans, and the emotional toll of turning away dogs you want so badly to save. It’s messy, it’s maddening, and it’s the heartof rescue. Spoiler alert: Gabby still doesn’t crack under pressure, and someone finds literal poop where they expected nails. Welcome to rescue—hope you brought a slip lead.