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The Foster Files

Kelly

17 episodes

4 days ago

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 https://www.instagram.com...

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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 https://www.instagram.com...

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Episodes (17/17)

The Foster Files

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 https://www.instagram.com...

5 days ago

45 minutes

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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. facebook.com/capehornpets (1) Facebook facebook.com/soaringspiritssancturary (1) Facebook https://www.instagram.com/thefosterfilepodcast

1 week ago

45 minutes

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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 https://www.instagram.com/thefost...

2 weeks ago

55 minutes

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A short episode to give everyone an update on Max! https://www.instagram.com/thefosterfilepodcast

3 weeks ago

4 minutes

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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 ...

1 month ago

43 minutes

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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 https://www.instagram.com/thefosterfilepodcast

1 month ago

36 minutes

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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 |...

1 month ago

44 minutes

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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

1 month ago

30 minutes

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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!

2 months ago

28 minutes

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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.

2 months ago

33 minutes

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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.

2 months ago

18 minutes

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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/ https://amzn.to/4m5DYKf 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

2 months ago

40 minutes

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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!

2 months ago

40 minutes

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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.

3 months ago

37 minutes

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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.

3 months ago

33 minutes

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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.

3 months ago

26 minutes

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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!

3 months ago

28 minutes