Ellen Westkaemper is Foster Home Coordinator for Bald Is Beautiful Dog Rescue, focused on hairless dog breeds. Ellen shares a wide range of stories on Bald Is Beautiful, her own dogs Dexter and Owen, along with Dancing Nathan, a Chinese Crested dog whose dancing has attracted millions of views. Bald Is Beautiful Dog Rescue is based in Greenville, South Carolina, and reaches all parts of the United States and beyond.  Website http://www.baldisbeautifuldogrescue.org Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/Bald-Is-Beautiful-Dog-Rescue-140695629309070/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/baldisbeautifulrescue/ Dancing Nathan’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/kclu39  Hairless dog breeds include the Chinese Crested, Xoloitzcuintli (often shortened to Xolo), the American Hairless Terrier, and the Peruvian Inca Orchid. One video on biofeedback, which Ellen Westkaemper mentioned when she trained her first dog, Dexter. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z2Ccpk_aqAc If you want to join our animal rescue community and receive two free bonus dog-training resources from Irith Bloom, positive reinforcement dog trainer, go to http://thisispawprint.com/ask. Irith can be found at http://www.thesophisticateddog.com/ All of Pawprint's music is composed by Luke Gartner-Brereton. Luke is a musician based in Australia, and he composes a wide variety of songs and musical loops http://vanillagroovestudios.com http://soundcloud.com/luke-gartnerbrereton If you want to learn more about Nancy and Harold, go to our About Us page at http://thisispawprint.com/about or listen to our introductory podcast episode, "Fifty Puppies and a Podcast." http://thisispawprint.com/000 Pawprint (or Paw Print) is a weekly podcast dedicated to animal rescue, adoption, and the heroes who make it happen. Volunteer, walk, adopt, or foster a dog, cat, rabbit, or other wonderful pet through your local shelter, humane society, SPCA, pound, and animal control. Stop abuse, and help increase animal protection, welfare, and rights.  http://thisispawprint.com http://animalrescuepodcast.com

102: Ellen Westkaemper, Bald is Beautiful Dog Rescue + Dancing Nathan

Have you ever wondered what it takes to place a stray dog or cat in a permanent home? Meet the everyday heroes of animal rescue and foster who use hard work, dedication, and out-of-the-box ideas to give homeless dogs, cats, and other pets a second chance. We share inspirational stories from leaders, volunteers, and experts in animal and pet rescue, health, training, and behavior. Hear also from people who go above and beyond to be a hero - a hotel that fosters dogs in their lobby, and a man who has driven his truck a million miles to save over 55,000 dogs. These are just some of the people who sacrifice their time - visiting their local dog and cat shelter, fostering animals of all kinds, and advocating for pet safety and preventing cruelty - to make dog, cat, and other animal rescue a reality. We can be found through social media and online at ThisIsPawprint

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Lorrie Shaw, our guest co-host, and Dr. Kathy Cooney share best practices and stories from the growing field of hospice and palliative care for our companion animals. Dr. Cooney is a veterinarian, animal hospice consultant, educator, and founder of Home to Heaven in beautiful Loveland, Colorado. Dr. Kathy Cooney’s Website  https://kathleencooneydvm.com  Previous episode with Dr. Cooney   http://www.thisispawprint.com/149-dr-kathleen-cooney-dvm-kathy-talks-animal-hospice-palliative-care-for-your-pets/  Lorrie Shaw’s Website  http://lorrieshaw.com  Lorrie’s Blog, “Animals Unfolded”  http://lorrieshaw.blogspot.com  THE FIVE FREEDOMS  Freedom From Hunger and Thirst  By ready access to fresh water and diet to maintain health and vigor.   Freedom From Discomfort  By providing an appropriate environment including shelter and a comfortable resting area.   Freedom From Pain, Injury, or Disease  By prevention or rapid diagnosis and treatment.   Freedom To Express Normal Behavior  By providing sufficient space, proper facilities and company of the animal’s own kind.   Freedom From Fear and Distress  By ensuring conditions and treatment which avoid mental suffering    Dr. Cooney added a Sixth Freedom: Freedom To Die A Good Death Dr. Cooney credits the sixth freedom to Jessica Pierce and Her Book, "The Last Walk: Reflections on Our Pets at the End of Their Lives" Thank you Dr. Kathy Cooney and Co-Host Lorrie Shaw! About Nancy and Harold Rhee We have been married over 20 years, fostered over 60 dogs in the past four years, and we love animal rescue and the amazing people who dedicate their lives. And of course, the dogs and cats! If you want to learn more about Nancy and Harold, go to our About Us page at http://thisispawprint.com/about or listen to our introductory podcast episode, "Fifty Puppies and a Podcast." http://thisispawprint.com/000 About Pawprint Pawprint (or Paw Print) is a weekly podcast dedicated to animal rescue, adoption, and the heroes who make it happen. Volunteer, walk, adopt, or foster a dog, cat, rabbit, or other wonderful pet through your local shelter, humane society, SPCA, pound, and animal control. Stop abuse, and help increase animal protection, welfare, and rights.  http://thisispawprint.com http://animalrescuepodcast.com Don’t miss any new episodes. Sign up for our email list. If you want to join our animal rescue community and receive two free bonus dog-training resources from Irith Bloom, positive reinforcement dog trainer, go to http://thisispawprint.com/ask. Irith can be found at http://www.thesophisticateddog.com/ About Pawprint’s Music All of Pawprint's music is composed by Luke Gartner-Brereton. Luke is based in Brisbane, Australia, and he composes a wide variety of songs and musical loops http://info.vanillagroovemedia.com http://vanillagroovestudios.com http://soundcloud.com/luke-gartnerbrereton  

169: Dr Kathy Cooney: How Can Our Companion Animals Die With Dignity

Bay Area Pet Fair 2018, Part Two! Here are some of our amazing guests. Judy Edwards-Wright and Mark Scivener, Brandy Sled Dog Rescue  https://www.facebook.com/BrandySleddogs  Kim Labarber Smith, Tiny Paws Pug Rescue  https://www.facebook.com/TinyPawsPugRescue/  Shannon Shelby, Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter (FAAS)  https://www.facebook.com/FAAS09/  Amber Jocelyn, East Bay SPCA  https://www.facebook.com/eastbayspca/  Ali Himsl, It’s A New Day Animal Rescue  https://www.facebook.com/ItsANewDayAnimalRescue/  Vanessa Borrero, Greyhound Friends For Life  http://www.greyhoundfriendsforlife.org  Brenda Burke, Jameson Animal Rescue Ranch  https://www.facebook.com/JamesonRescueRanch/  Bay Area Pet Fair  https://www.facebook.com/bayareapetfair/  Pet Food Express  http://www.petfoodexpress.com  Thank you Mike Murray and the amazing people at Pet Food Express! About Nancy and Harold Rhee We have been married over 20 years, fostered over 60 dogs in the past four years, and we love animal rescue and the amazing people who dedicate their lives. And of course, the dogs and cats! If you want to learn more about Nancy and Harold, go to our About Us page at http://thisispawprint.com/about or listen to our introductory podcast episode, "Fifty Puppies and a Podcast." http://thisispawprint.com/000 About Pawprint Pawprint (or Paw Print) is a weekly podcast dedicated to animal rescue, adoption, and the heroes who make it happen. Volunteer, walk, adopt, or foster a dog, cat, rabbit, or other wonderful pet through your local shelter, humane society, SPCA, pound, and animal control. Stop abuse, and help increase animal protection, welfare, and rights.  http://thisispawprint.com http://animalrescuepodcast.com Don’t miss any new episodes. Sign up for our email list. If you want to join our animal rescue community and receive two free bonus dog-training resources from Irith Bloom, positive reinforcement dog trainer, go to http://thisispawprint.com/ask. Irith can be found at http://www.thesophisticateddog.com/ About Pawprint’s Music All of Pawprint's music is composed by Luke Gartner-Brereton. Luke is based in Brisbane, Australia, and he composes a wide variety of songs and musical loops http://info.vanillagroovemedia.com http://vanillagroovestudios.com http://soundcloud.com/luke-gartnerbrereton  

167: Bay Area Pet Fair 2018 Part 2: Brandy Sled Dog Rescue and Others

Bay Area Pet Fair 2018! Here are some of our amazing guests. Brenda Andringa, South Bay Rabbit Rescue  https://www.facebook.com/southbayrabbitrescue/  Sarah Lorincz and Betty Wenker, Cat Welfare Advocates  https://www.facebook.com/CatWelfareAdvocates.org/  Pamela Lee, Mickaboo Companion Bird Rescue  https://www.facebook.com/mickaboorescue/  Cameron Ishee, Berkeley Humane Society  https://www.facebook.com/BEBHS/  Kimberly Benjamin, Family Dog Rescue  https://www.facebook.com/ilovefamilydog/  Susan Delgado, Pilots N Paws  https://www.facebook.com/pilotsnpawsfanpage  Bay Area Pet Fair  https://www.facebook.com/bayareapetfair/  Pet Food Express  http://www.petfoodexpress.com  Thank you Mike Murray and the amazing people at Pet Food Express! About Nancy and Harold Rhee We have been married over 20 years, fostered over 60 dogs in the past four years, and we love animal rescue and the amazing people who dedicate their lives. And of course, the dogs and cats! If you want to learn more about Nancy and Harold, go to our About Us page at http://thisispawprint.com/about or listen to our introductory podcast episode, "Fifty Puppies and a Podcast." http://thisispawprint.com/000 About Pawprint Pawprint (or Paw Print) is a weekly podcast dedicated to animal rescue, adoption, and the heroes who make it happen. Volunteer, walk, adopt, or foster a dog, cat, rabbit, or other wonderful pet through your local shelter, humane society, SPCA, pound, and animal control. Stop abuse, and help increase animal protection, welfare, and rights.  http://thisispawprint.com http://animalrescuepodcast.com Don’t miss any new episodes. Sign up for our email list. If you want to join our animal rescue community and receive two free bonus dog-training resources from Irith Bloom, positive reinforcement dog trainer, go to http://thisispawprint.com/ask. Irith can be found at http://www.thesophisticateddog.com/ About Pawprint’s Music All of Pawprint's music is composed by Luke Gartner-Brereton. Luke is based in Brisbane, Australia, and he composes a wide variety of songs and musical loops http://info.vanillagroovemedia.com http://vanillagroovestudios.com http://soundcloud.com/luke-gartnerbrereton  

166: Bay Area Pet Fair 2018 Part 1: Cat Welfare Advocates and Others

Mike Murray, Director of Community Outreach for Pet Food Express and the person in charge of the Bay Area Pet Fair, is our talented guest today. The Bay Area Pet Fair is the largest animal rescue event of its kind on the West Coast of the United States, and very likely the whole country (and possibly the entire solar system?). We discuss last year’s extremely successful event and what to look forward to this year. Saturday and Sunday, September 15 and 16, 2018. Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton, California. 10:00am to 5:00pm. Free admission and parking. Last year, there were over 140,000 animal lovers in two days looking for a wonderful new companion. Around 1,500 adoptions! Great live music, delicious food, Splash Dogs, Police K-9 demos, even Jackson Galaxy from My Cat From Hell! Dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, rodents, and you may even spot a miniature horse rescue. Website  https://www.bayareapetfair.org  Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/bayareapetfair/  Orphan Dog Rescue  https://www.facebook.com/OrphanDog/  Pet Food Express  http://www.petfoodexpress.com  Thank you Mike Murray and the amazing people at Pet Food Express! About Nancy and Harold Rhee We have been married over 20 years, fostered over 60 dogs in the past four years, and we love animal rescue and the amazing people who dedicate their lives. And of course, the dogs and cats! If you want to learn more about Nancy and Harold, go to our About Us page at http://thisispawprint.com/about or listen to our introductory podcast episode, "Fifty Puppies and a Podcast." http://thisispawprint.com/000 About Pawprint Pawprint (or Paw Print) is a weekly podcast dedicated to animal rescue, adoption, and the heroes who make it happen. Volunteer, walk, adopt, or foster a dog, cat, rabbit, or other wonderful pet through your local shelter, humane society, SPCA, pound, and animal control. Stop abuse, and help increase animal protection, welfare, and rights.  http://thisispawprint.com http://animalrescuepodcast.com Don’t miss any new episodes. Sign up for our email list. If you want to join our animal rescue community and receive two free bonus dog-training resources from Irith Bloom, positive reinforcement dog trainer, go to http://thisispawprint.com/ask. Irith can be found at http://www.thesophisticateddog.com/ About Pawprint’s Music All of Pawprint's music is composed by Luke Gartner-Brereton. Luke is based in Brisbane, Australia, and he composes a wide variety of songs and musical loops http://info.vanillagroovemedia.com http://vanillagroovestudios.com http://soundcloud.com/luke-gartnerbrereton  

165: Insider's Guide To The Bay Area Pet Fair: Michael Murray, Pet Food Express

Anna Bischoff is our wonderful guest, who is fostering Bugsy the Dog in Southern California. Bugsy is a beautiful seven year old Shar-Pei Pittie mix. Anna shares her experience with fostering, including the challenges of overcoming obstacles in trying to find the right adoptive family. Bugsy’s Petfinder Page   https://www.petfinder.com/dog/bugsy-40772542/ca/rancho-palos-verdes/h-dot-el-dot-p-a-home-for-every-living-pet-ca308/  Bugsy’s Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/southerncafosters  Rita Earl Photography  http://ritaearl.com  Chinese Shar Pei Network  https://www.chinesesharpeinetwork.com  Thank you Anna and Bugsy! Photo credit to Rita Earl Photography About Nancy and Harold Rhee We have been married over 20 years, fostered over 60 dogs in the past four years, and we love animal rescue and the amazing people who dedicate their lives. And of course, the dogs and cats! If you want to learn more about Nancy and Harold, go to our About Us page at http://thisispawprint.com/about or listen to our introductory podcast episode, "Fifty Puppies and a Podcast." http://thisispawprint.com/000 About Pawprint Pawprint (or Paw Print) is a weekly podcast dedicated to animal rescue, adoption, and the heroes who make it happen. Volunteer, walk, adopt, or foster a dog, cat, rabbit, or other wonderful pet through your local shelter, humane society, SPCA, pound, and animal control. Stop abuse, and help increase animal protection, welfare, and rights.  http://thisispawprint.com http://animalrescuepodcast.com Don’t miss any new episodes. Sign up for our email list. If you want to join our animal rescue community and receive two free bonus dog-training resources from Irith Bloom, positive reinforcement dog trainer, go to http://thisispawprint.com/ask. Irith can be found at http://www.thesophisticateddog.com/ About Pawprint’s Music All of Pawprint's music is composed by Luke Gartner-Brereton. Luke is based in Brisbane, Australia, and he composes a wide variety of songs and musical loops http://info.vanillagroovemedia.com http://vanillagroovestudios.com http://soundcloud.com/luke-gartnerbrereton

102: Ellen Westkaemper, Bald is Beautiful Dog Rescue + Dancing Nathan

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