Believe in Dog

John Frank did not have very much experience with dogs growing up, but his ex-wife really wanted pets. After a couple discouraging attempts at fostering dogs, John felt overwhelmed and didn’t know what to do with the health and behavior issues of the foster dogs. But after making a commitment to adopt a pit bull to show what good dogs they could be, a sassy gal strutted her way into John’s heart, now named Hexie.

In Part 1 of John’s Story, we discuss:

• Hexie’s adoption story;

Find John online:

http://barktodaytraining.com/

Listen to the Why I’m Single podcast:

https://whyimsinglepod.podbean.com

Let’s connect. You can find photos of John's dogs, Hexie & Hammer, at the social media links below.

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*Please note: This episode does have a few instances of NSFW (or children) language.*

Each of my dogs - past and present - have taught me lessons for which I'm very grateful. To celebrate Thanksgiving, I share some of these lessons.

Today's interview is with Kate, a volunteer with the Seattle Animal Shelter. Kate & I talk about: 

• Her confusing (and hilarious!) first childhood encounter with a dog;

Are dogs so special because of how they "hold space" for us? Here's a few links about this concept:

• From Tiny Buddha;

Let’s connect:

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We start with a little background on the Missouri 500 dogs and why they are so important.

Our interview is with Michelle Serocki, the founder of the Brew City Bully Club (“BCBC”), who is changing minds and saving lives in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Michelle and I talk about:

• How a Craigslist ad led to the start of Brew City Bully Club;

Find Michelle and BCBC online:

Info about the Missouri 500 case from July 2009:

Let’s connect. Check out the photos of Michelle’s beautiful Capone tribute tattoo, Michelle’s mayor getting pit bull kisses, scenes from the Ride to End Dogfighting and more at:

Facebook: @believeindogpodcast

Mindy’s Story: The Majik Touch 

Mindy FitzGerald was born into an animal-loving family but the first dog that was truly hers, was Majik. Her constant companion during a very transitional time of her life, Mindy is still mourning Majik’s passing. In this episode, Mindy & I discuss:

• The role Mindy’s pets have played in supporting her through a life-altering illness

My own dogs have supported me through medical issues and research even shows that dogs are good for our mental and physical health.

Find Mindy online:

Mindy’s blog about Majik: https://hunterandharvest.com/blog/2019/10/25/heart-dogs

Find Hunter & Harvest products in stores:

The Feline Rescue Association:

Trap-Neuter-Return in Baltimore’s Park Heights neighborhood:

Let’s connect:

Welcome to the Believe in Dog podcast. My name is Erin Scott and in this first episode I’m sharing with you:

• how I went from reluctant dog owner to Dog Mom AF,

My mission is to connect dog lovers by sharing stories that celebrate how the love of a dog is inspiring people to change their lives, the lives of others and changing our world for the better. This is also a place where you can know you aren’t alone in the difficult times, like dealing with your dog’s illness or when you are facing grief and loss.

Find out more about the organization B-More Dog (www.bmoredog.org) that I volunteer with.  Find out more about Bad Rap, the rock stars of pit bull advocacy and community dog owner support (www.badrap.org).

I am an advocate for pit bulls, shelter dogs, rescue & adoption, humane education in schools and dog owner support programs.

Who’s the dog that changed your life?  Let’s connect:

Facebook @believeindogpodcast

Sending hugs & belly rubs!

Special thanks to:

• My husband, Tim