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The Animal Rescue Podcast: what you always wanted to know but didn’t know who to ask

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Animal Welfare
Animal Rescue
Dog Training
Mental Health
Dogs
Pet Adoption
Fostering Animals
Anti-Racism
Community Involvement
Dog Fighting
The Cat Network
Pet Food Donation
Parvovirus
Adoption Stories
Euthanasia In Shelters
Racism
White Saviorism
Cruelty Cases
Covid-19
Alabama

We will talk with rescues, shelters, and the people getting creative with supporting animal rescue efforts.

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Latest Episodes

This week I talk with Jackie Jolie, founder of AnimaSol, who has nearly 20 years of experience as an equine and canine bodyworker and specializes in red light therapy for animals. After healing from Lyme disease through holistic methods, Jackie becam... more

This week I talk with Vanessa Shakib, co-founder of Advancing Law for Animals, a nonprofit law firm dedicated to animal advocacy. Vanessa transitioned from traditional litigation to animal law in 2018 after becoming passionate about animal welfare in... more

This week I talk with Jackie Ducci about her lifelong connection to animals and how those relationships shaped her mission to promote the human-animal bond through both storytelling and philanthropy. Jackie discusses creating the documentary Unspoken... more

This week I talk with Thomas Sahm about his involvement in the work of supporting Beau's Law in Alabama. We discuss the work that goes into writing and supporting a bill, how the community came together to contact their representatives to pass Beau's... more

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Recent Guests

Jackie Jolie
Founder of AnimaSol, equine and canine body worker specializing in photobiomodulation with red/near-infrared light
AnimaSol
Episode: Ep. 172 - Jackie Jolie with AnimaSol
Vanessa Shakib
Co-founder of Advancing Law for Animals, a nonprofit law firm for animals
Advancing Law for Animals
Episode: Ep. 171 - Vanessa Shakib with Advancing Law for Animals
Jackie Ducci
Founder of Human Animal Alliance; documentary filmmaker
Human Animal Alliance; Unspoken Bond
Episode: Ep. 170 - Jackie Ducci and the Human Animal Alliance
Thomas Sahm
Animal welfare advocate involved in Beau's Law initiative in Alabama
Animal Welfare Collaborative (Tuscaloosa)
Episode: Ep. 169 - Beau's Law with Thomas Sahm
Meredith Blanchard
Director of Policy and Advocacy at the National Anti-Vivisection Society (NAVS)
National Anti-Vivisection Society
Episode: Ep. 168 - Meredith Blanchard with NAVS
Rachel Martinez
Guest on The Animal Rescue Podcast
Dog Psychology for Embodied Leaders program
Episode: Ep. 167 - Rachel Martinez on Embodied Leadership
Stephanie Stephan
Author and Reiki practitioner focused on animals
Unconditional Love Frequency with Stephanie Stephan
Episode: Ep. 165 - Stephanie Stephan on Unconditional Love
Patti Eddington
Author of Don't Look in the Freezer, The Very Strange Life of a Veterinarian's Wife
Author, Patti Eddington
Episode: Ep. 164 - "Don't Look in the Freezer" with Patti Eddington
Genevieve Frederick
Founder and President of Feeding Pets of the Homeless
Feeding Pets of the Homeless
Episode: Ep. 163 - Feeding Pets of the Homeless

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Keisha Ferrand
Host of The Animal Rescue Podcast; active in animal welfare conversations and outreach.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 26 ratings
  • GREAT PODCAST

    It is great to see a podcast that advocates and educates for our furry friends! Keep up the great work!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nick Belles
    United Statesa year ago
  • Resistance by shelter

    Excellent podcast. I too have dealt with same issues with shelter resistance at my municipal shelter in Alabama. It’s exhausting. We should chat. I’m @muffintherescuedoodle on TikTok.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mmm1090
    United Statesa year ago
  • Awesome podcast

    So great to see someone who clearly loves animals help spread relevant information to other animal lovers. Thank you for taking time out of your day to help impact those without a voice and those who want to help! Keep it up!!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dan Farrand
    United States5 years ago

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A trustworthy source for nonprofit rescue insights and practical guidance.
Engaging and passionate about animals and rescues.
Hosts and guests deliver real-world perspectives rather than hype.
The show feels hopeful and action-oriented for listeners involved in shelters and advocacy.

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Ep. 134 - Pawsitive Beginnings
Q: What motivates you to keep going in the rescue world despite the online toxicity?
I rely on a strong support network, therapy, and sober recovery to stay grounded; focusing on the animals and real-life partnerships helps me keep perspective and continue doing meaningful work.
Ep. 139 - Globe Aware with Kimberly Haley-Coleman
Q: What kinds of safety considerations and eligibility criteria do volunteers face when joining these programs?
Safety is approached on several fronts: we don't require specialized skills, so tasks are assigned to qualified locals; projects are not conducted in war-torn or outbreak areas; medical insurance is provided; we review CDC guidance with participants and encourage up-to-date immunizations; and we emphasize learning and adapting to local conditions rather than imposing external methods.
Ep. 139 - Globe Aware with Kimberly Haley-Coleman
Q: Can you tell me a little bit more about how Globe Aware got started and how it fits into the broader volunteerism landscape?
Globe Aware emerged from my background in both for-profit and non-profit sectors, aiming to fill the gap in short-term, meaningful service that doesn't pull volunteers away from their regular lives for years. We structure week-long projects led by local coordinators, use local materials, and avoid proselytizing, focusing on learning and sustainable impact within community-identified needs.
Ep. 141 - Tom Kiesche
Q: Where can listeners learn more about your work and how to support it?
Listeners can follow Tom Kiesche on Instagram (@TomKiesche) and use his link tree to access his book, film projects, and ways to support animal welfare; he emphasizes staying engaged through social media and direct volunteering rather than transactional promotion.
Ep. 141 - Tom Kiesche
Q: What does it require of you when you go to policymakers or city councils?
You must approach with collaboration, present solutions rather than accusations, and show how ideas can work in practice; persistence matters, as advocacy often requires addressing and adapting multiple times before a proposal gains traction.

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This program centers on animal rescue, shelters, and nonprofit work, featuring guests from sanctuaries, rescue operations, and PR for animal welfare. Episodes span policy shifts, humane science debates, frontline disaster response, and education initiatives for kids and communities. Listeners can expect practical insights on fundraising, advocacy, and humane care, along with candid, human-centered stories from the field. A notable throughline is the emphasis on realistic, impact-driven approaches—balancing compassion with responsible operations and clear storytelling for supporters and volunteers.

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