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Rescued by a Dog brings you stories told by dog owners about the pups who ACTUALLY saved their lives. If you need to find some goodness in the world, you’ll find it here. ...Produced and hosted by Laura Thomas, animal welfare professional and author of the novel Not Just a Dog. Did a dog save your life? Email Laura at rescuedbyadogpodcast@gmail.com ! Want to help keep this podcast going? Sponsor Rescued by a Dog on Patreon for only $5 at: www.patreon.com/rescuedbyadogpodcast
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Nick Askew from Conservation Careers uncovers what it's like to work in wildlife conservation. He explores how to get a conservation job, and discusses the latest industry news, by speaking to professional conservationists who share their career stories and advice. So if you want the inside scoop on the life of a professional conservationist and their industry, are feeling lost in your conservation job hunt and need some direction, or wanting to switch careers into conservation but don't kno ...
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Listen as Mimi talks with storytellers, therapists, activists, humans about complex, relational trauma, naming intrusive thoughts that nobody wants to say out loud, bringing education + awareness to various mental health conditions, what it means for our bodies to be our homes and how to come home to ourselves, + more. As both a therapy-goer and therapist myself, I love relationships and stories, fostering nuanced conversations and delving deep. TLBP is all about exploring, inviting us to na ...
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When Ruth's son is struggling, and her new dog Sammy suddenly becomes paralyzed, Sammy shows everyone how to persevere. Rescued by a Dog - Patreon Membership! To support the podcast with $5/month (cancel anytime), go to patreon.com/rescuedbyadogpodcast! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commissi…
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Today’s guest is Romulus Whitaker, a renowned herpetologist and conservationist often referred to as the"Snake Man of India." Romulus shares his lifelong passion for snakes, conservation and the incredible biodiversity of India's rainforests. In this episode, we discuss what drew Romulus to snakes, especially the King Cobra, his experiences in the …
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When a series of tragedies leaves Jonathan homeless, he and his beloved pup Evelyn spend three winter months sleeping in his tiny car, using the engine to keep themselves warm. One particularly cold night, the engine breaks down, leaving them without heat, and Jonathan decides his life is over and passes out from the cold. But Evelyn refuses to let…
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On September 11, 2001, Michael was working on the 78th floor of one of the Twin Towers, with his guide dog Roselle by his side as always. Since Michael is blind, his best friend Roselle constantly acted as his eyes. When the planes hit the Towers, Roselle and Michael had to work as a team to get down 78 flights of stairs and out of the path of dang…
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Andre grew up hustling for money by caring for the dogs of the drug dealers in his neighborhood, and working in the heartbreaking Quarantine areas of dog shelters. Through the love of three dogs--a shelter Rottweiller, a stray shepherd, and a pitbull puppy, his life is saved.Av Laura Thomas
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Today, we'll hear two moving stories from young women. First, bereaved sister Mags tells the story of how pup Cici showed her brother endless joy and grace as he grappled with mental illness. Now, in his honor, Mags and her family have started an organization, Paws for Patrick, that transforms other people's lives through the love of dogs. Next, Mo…
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Today’s guest is Becky Park, the Programme Manager for the Osprey Leadership Foundation. They work to inspire young people about the natural world and to help them to develop into conservation leaders who can make a real difference, at both a grassroots and international level. We discuss the foundation's origins, its mission in conservation and le…
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Louise has an infectious love of life. But Multiple Sclerosis has caused her to fall to the ground many times--sometimes when she's out of reach of her cell phone. But with service pup Moonie around, Louise knows she always has a superhero by her side.Av Laura Thomas
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Why do so many people get into conservation because of a love of animals, only to discover that it’s all about people? And why if you’re interested in working as a social scientist particularly, should you focus on improving on your softer skills, especially if you want to get ahead in your career? We discuss these questions and many more with toda…
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Today we explore the world of conservation and diversity with digital storyteller Taurean Meacham. Working for the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, Taurean is the Program Coordinator for the Diversity Joint Venture for Careers in Conservation. In this episode we delve into Taurean's work to improve diversity, equity, inclusion and justice in conservat…
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After a brutal and unfair custody battle, Emiko suffered a serious stroke that left her unable to even travel to visit her child. Emotionally broken, she adopted Victoria - a mangy, diseased shelter dog with behavior issues. Like Emiko, Victoria's pups had been taken from her before she arrived at the shelter. Emiko and Victoria embarked on a beaut…
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When Rebecca stops breathing for two full minutes, pup Ulysses tries repeatedly to rouse her. When that doesn't work, he knows it's up to him to figure out how to get help fast. Rescued by a Dog - Patreon Membership! To support the podcast with $5/month (cancel anytime), go to patreon.com/rescuedbyadogpodcast! Disclaimer: This post contains affilia…
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Why do so many people get into conservation because of a love for animals, only to discover that it's all about people? And why, if you’re interested in making an impact in conservation, should you focus on improving your communication skills to advance your career? We explore these questions with today’s guest, Jon Monsoon. Jon brings over 20 year…
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At 28 years old, Kate's doctors told her that because of her many psychiatric conditions - bipolar disorder, agoraphobia, an eating disorder, and severe hallucination - she could only survive inside a locked psychiatric ward. But then Kate met Waffle, a fluffy Bernese mountain dog who figured out that Kate needed help discerning reality from halluc…
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In the middle of the night, Ms. Sherry took a tumble in her bathroom, wedging herself between the toilet and the bathtub. Unable to move for many hours, she uttered weak cries of help, uncertain whether anyone outside the house could hear her. From down the street, inside another house, pup Milo came to the rescue. Rescued by a Dog - Patreon Member…
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How Passionate Individuals Can Transform Their Careers and Save Wildlife, With Our Guest Greg Cummings. How can someone transition from being a bartender in London to leading an organisation helping to protect Gorillas - one of the most charismatic species on the planet? And how can they raise millions of dollars in the process - meeting influentia…
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How do you switch careers from working in IT and Quality Management for 20 years to making a real impact in conservation? That’s exactly what today’s guest - Clare Roberts - has achieved in the past few years, and she’s here today to share her story. We start by exploring her pre-conservation career in the corporate world of IT consultancy, where s…
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How corporate professionals can contribute to conservation efforts, with our guest Raoul Bollen. How can corporate professionals contribute to conservation efforts? What skills can they bring from the boardrooms of the private sector to help wildlife charities specifically to develop and grow? These are some of the topics we discuss with today’s gu…
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After blowing $100,000 on cocaine, Craig was deeply depressed and his marriage was falling apart. Until he met a street dog named Vector, who reminds him every day that there's a better way to live. Rescued by a Dog - Patreon Membership! To support the podcast with $5/month (cancel anytime), go to patreon.com/rescuedbyadogpodcast! Disclaimer: This …
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James's life had fallen apart. Unemployed and recovering in a sober living home, he met a pitbull named Blu who changed his life. Rescued by a Dog - Patreon Membership! To support the podcast with $5/month (cancel anytime), go to patreon.com/rescuedbyadogpodcast! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive …
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Alexia was going through a "dark night of the soul" when a puppy literally showed up at her doorstep. Together, they learn to navigate the world. Rescued by a Dog - Patreon Membership! To support the podcast with $5/month (cancel anytime), go to patreon.com/rescuedbyadogpodcast! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase…
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How The Nature Conservancy (TNC) in Africa use partnerships, science, and sustainable finance to tackle the biodiversity crisis, with our guest Ademola Ajagbe. Today we’re speaking with an old friend and colleague Ademola Ajagbe, the Regional Managing Director atThe Nature Conservancy (TNC) for Africa. Ademola discusses the urgent challenges of cli…
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On a hike in Alaska, Claire and her teenage daughter encounter a mama grizzly and her cub. When the mama grizzly rears up on her hind legs, pup Bronwyn puts herself between her humans and the bear. Rescued by a Dog - Patreon Membership! To support the podcast with $5/month (cancel anytime), go to patreon.com/rescuedbyadogpodcast! Disclaimer: This p…
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Danelle, a professional endurance athlete, was out for a run when she fell off a cliff, plummeting 60 feet to the ground and shattering her pelvis. Unable to drag herself out of the canyon, her pup Taz refused to leave her side. Until she told him to.Av Laura Thomas
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Meetings are a core part of our working lives, and yet studies have found that 50% of time spent in meetings is often wasted. When viewed as a whole that's often billions, if not trillions, of dollars wasted annually, which could be put to much better use. But why do we spend so much of our precious lives clogged up in a confetti of mediocre meetin…
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As a teenager, Brian had been involved in a brawl that resulted in the loss of a man's life, landing him in prison for life. Twenty-five years later, Brian enrolled in the Pawsitive Change Program, where inmates train undersocialized dogs so that those dogs can find a home. The moment Brian met his assigned pup, Flynn, his entire life changed.…
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Have you considered going back to university and doing a Master's Degree in order to become more employable within the sector? Perhaps you’ve looked at many programmes and wondered if they are tooling you up with the right skills employers value. In today’s podcast, we’re speaking with Dr Stephen Green who’s the course leader for an exciting new Ma…
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In this lighthearted episode, we'll learn about two golden retriever heroes. Six-month-old Todd stepped between his owner and a rattlesnake, saving her life. Then: Young Austin was house-bound due to severe and mysterious medical challenges, until his new service dog Paris opened up his world, and helped his doctors hone in on a proper diagnosis.…
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In this episode we’re speaking with the Deputy Global Conservation Director at WWF International, Cristianne Close. Cris describes herself as ‘passionate about creating positive change in the world, especially aiming to make the impossible, possible’. In this episode, we discuss how she gave up a fast-paced corporate career to follow her purpose an…
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After his military service in the Gulf War, John's crippling PTSD forced him to withdraw for the world. Until the organization K9s for Warriors stepped in, introducing him to a newly-trained rescue pup named April. Can April's love help John re-engage with family and friends?Av Laura Thomas
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[Personal note from the host Laura Thomas] Hi friends! I feel a bit uncomfortable about this, but today I'm going to share with you my own story about struggles with debilitating chronic illness, and how my pup Cody has kept me alive and grateful and grounded through all of it. I feel humbled by this opportunity to share a little bit of my life wit…
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Have you ever felt like escaping the rat race and travelling the world? Seeking impact, adventure and new experiences? Perhaps volunteering for nature conservation organisations, and setting yourself for a career change or education when you return? But with the world as your playground … where do you start? How do you plan such a trip to ensure yo…
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After a year of unbearable hardships, Sean and his wife Jamie meet a blind, abused dog named Marigold with nowhere to go. They instantly know that Marigold is supposed to be theirs. What they don't know is that Marigold will teach them that life should never be defined by past hardships; especially when the present is so filled with love.…
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When Julie's pup Marley starts acting strange, refusing to leave her side, she takes him to the veterinarian - and Marley gets a clean bill of health. So she goes to the doctor to get some blood work done on herself. And that trip to the doctor saves her life.Av Laura Thomas
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Increasingly, the private sector is taking a growing interest in their impact on wildlife, and this could lead to a much-needed step change in conservation efforts. But why do companies care about nature? How can they assess and minimise their impacts? And what sort of jobs are opening up for conservationists seeking to work in this exciting area o…
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How do you raise nearly $100,000,000 per year to protect and conserve America’s 420+ National Park Sites? Sites important for recreation, education, and the conservation of endangered landscapes, natural communities and species. We discuss this, amongst many other things, with Lise Aangeenbrug. Lise is the Chief Program Officer at America’s Nationa…
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