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Keep it Humane

Keep it Humane
Animal Welfare
Animal Control
Animal Cruelty
Community Engagement
Humane Education
No Kill Movement
PETA
Animal Shelters
Spay and Neuter Programs
Compassion Fatigue
Luanne Strickland
Veterinary Care
Euthanasia
Legislation
Bissell Pet Foundation
National Animal Care and Control Association
Pet Adoption
Disaster Response
No-Kill Shelters
Pet Overpopulation

Welcome to Keep it Humane: The Podcast! Hosts Daniel Ettinger, Ashley Bishop, and Ashlee Bishop (yes, there are two Bishops) explore the full spectrum of animal welfare—from animal control and shelters to rescue, advocacy, policy, and community care. Through real stories, expert insights, and honest conversations, we challenge misconceptions and reshape how we think about helping animals. Whether ... more

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In this episode, we sit down with Friends of Animals to explore the wide-ranging work they’re doing to advocate for animals around the world.

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What happens when animal rescue becomes about more than just saving an animal?

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What happens when a professional hockey team uses its platform to make a difference far beyond the ice?

In this episode of Keep It Humane: The Podcast, we sit down with Courtney Mahoney of the Chicago Wolves to talk about the incredible community wo... more

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Animal welfare is rewarding work—but it can also come with an emotional cost that isn't talked about nearly enough.

In this episode of Keep It Humane: The Podcast, we sit down with Jamie McNally of Fortifyu for an honest conversation about moral inj... more

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Recent Guests

Courtney Mahoney
President of Operations for the Chicago Wolves
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Episode: 2 Minutes for Doggies: How the Chicago Wolves Are Helping Animal Shelters & Rescues
Jamie McNally
Researcher, consultant; veterinary social worker; LPC
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Episode: Moral Injury, Compassion Fatigue & the Emotional Cost of Animal Welfare
Lindsay Kendrick
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Episode: When Every Second Counts: Inside Emergency Veterinary Medicine
Meredith Blanchard
Director of Advocacy and Sanctuary, National Anti-Vivisection Society
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Melanie Kaplan
Journalist and author of Lab Dog
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Angela Ardolino
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Julie Choi
Founder of YongsanCats
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Nikki Sharp
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Erin Stacks
Director and Founder of Back 2 the Wild Rehab
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Episode: A Second Chance for Wildlife

Hosts

Ashley Bishop
Host of Keep it Humane; focuses on animal welfare topics, community engagement, and education.
Daniel Ettinger
Host of Keep it Humane; brings a policy and shelter management perspective with hands-on experience.
Ashlee Bishop
Co-host on Keep it Humane; focuses on animal welfare topics and community programs.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 100 ratings
  • A wealth of knowledge

    This podcast is amazing! The hosts are entertaining and seem like great people. They are a wealth of knowledge. By far my favorite animal welfare podcast. I’m not in the animal welfare profession but I am an advocate and this podcast has been so helpful in my advocacy work. Great job Ashley, Ashley, and Dan!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mmm1090
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great show!

    I love listening to this pod cast!!! It’s great information for all of us!! Thank you Daniel for doing this!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Animals need us!
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast

    I thoroughly enjoy listening to this podcast in my free time, between calls, on the way into work, and sometimes even on the way home. It is very interesting, and I honestly wish everybody would listen to a few of them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NChamplin23
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Animal Control Podcast!

    Love hearing this podcast during my free time! They have amazing topics and always interesting to hear. So glad I was able to hear about this podcast during a conference that Daniel presented in! Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cballena
    United States4 years ago
  • Educational and Inspirational

    As a volunteer equine humane investigator, this podcast offers so much valuable information for EHIs who do not receive training on how to conduct an investigation. As someone who wants to be as efficient and effective for the horses as possible, it is a relief to have this resource to learn from and for guidance in being thorough, detailed, and as professional as possible.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    2 horsey girls
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners value the honest, sometimes humorous tone and real-world takeaways.
Audience appreciates the mix of field stories and policy discussions.
Shows depth and practical insight into animal welfare, with relatable hosts.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

When Every Second Counts: Inside Emergency Veterinary Medicine
Q: How did VEG ER's model change the experience for pet owners during emergencies?
She explains that owners stay with their pets in the treatment area, receive direct communications, and can see nurses and doctors in action, which reduces stress and improves care delivery.
When Every Second Counts: Inside Emergency Veterinary Medicine
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about your background and schooling, and why you got into veterinary medicine?
Dr. Kendrick describes her education at the University of Florida, her move to Boston, and how COVID reshaped client interaction in hospitals, leading her to VEG ER for Pets and a focus on emergency medicine and leadership.
Animal Welfare Resources You Need to Know About
Q: What are the five high-risk rabies vectors?
Listeners are invited to email info@keepithumane.com to learn the correct answer and be entered for a free enrollment; the hosts do not disclose the vectors on-air.
The Cats of Korea: Inside the YongsanCats Rescue Mission
Q: What role does community and government play in Korea for these initiatives?
Local government has funded initial rescues and vaccination in a pilot adoption program, but ongoing sheltering and medical costs have fallen to volunteers, creating a need for better systemic support.
The Cats of Korea: Inside the YongsanCats Rescue Mission
Q: How does the redevelopment project affect the cats and what's being done?
The demolition of Hanam New Town displaced thousands of cats; local caregivers and volunteers work to rescue, vaccinate, and relocate where possible, but relocation is difficult due to community permissions and the scale of the project.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Keep it Humane

What is Keep it Humane about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show spans the full spectrum of animal welfare, from frontline animal control and shelter operations to rescue, advocacy, and policy. Conversations mix practical field experience with expert insights, often highlighting real-world challenges such as community engagement, funding, and humane approaches to care. Noteworthy are episodes that tackle tough cultural issues within the sector, celebrate successful rescues and community programs, and showcase how cross-sector collaboration can improve outcomes for animals and people alike. Listeners looking for actionable perspectives, case studies, and candid discussions about the realities of animal welfare will likely find this program helpful and uniquely grounded in field-tested experience.... more

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2. Jamie McNally
3. Lindsay Kendrick
4. Meredith Blanchard
5. Melanie Kaplan
6. Angela Ardolino
7. Julie Choi
8. Nikki Sharp

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