From Tip to Tail, a Podcast Dedicated to Animal Welfare

Niccalina Santilli, co-founder of Tiny N Tall rescue, joins us today to discuss how rescue differs for small and giant dog breeds, the importance of education, and how having a kind, non-judgemental approach to rescue has helped Tiny N Tall thrive.

Tiny N Tall Rescue is a 501(c)(3) non for profit organization comprised of volunteers dedicated to providing temporary shelter, veterinary care, and behavioral support for small and giant dog breeds as they transition into selected homes.

Topics Include:
- The inspiration behind Tiny N Tall
- Common misconceptions of large dog breeds
- TNT’s foster mentor program
- The large dog owner surrender problem
- Training for Great Danes
- And other topics…

Resources Mentioned:
https://www.tinyntallrescue.com/
CUDDLY Blog: https://bit.ly/3I9FmYi

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Rabbits are the third most popular pet in the US, but few understand their emotional needs and how to care for them.

Suzanne Greif, director of River Road Rabbit Rescue, joins us today to discuss how to best care for these animals and what you need to know before adopting one.

River Road Rabbit Rescue is a nonprofit organization in Ohio that strives to rescue rabbits in need while also serving and educating their community.

Topics Include:
- RRRR's origin story
- Rabbits as emotional support animals
- Suzanne's learning journey with this special animal
- Reality checking rabbit expenditures
- What you need to know before adopting a rabbit
- And other topics…

Resources Mentioned:
https://www.facebook.com/riverroadrabbitrescue/
CUDDLY Blog: https://bit.ly/35NahLt

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Taking animals off the street and trying to save lives isn’t always a priority in rural areas of the United States. Seeing so many homeless cats in her area pushed Angela to do something about it.

Angela Clay, executive director of Paws for a Cause Cat Rescue, joins us today to share her experience and lessons learned from the field.

Paws for a Cause Cat Rescue is a non-profit animal rescue that helps kittens and cats find new homes after they are fully vetted and fixed.

Topics Include:
- Paws For A Cause origin story
- A day in the life of an animal rescuer
- COVID’s impact on “trap, neuter and release” operations
- The Nativity story
- Grounding decisions in practicality, rather than emotion
- And other topics…

Resources Mentioned:
CUDDLY Blog: https://bit.ly/3I7yKsK
https://www.pawsforacausecatrescue.com/

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Running an animal rescue efficiently is not easy. Responding to thousands of adoption applications, catering to the needs of different demographics, and making sure animals are healthy and happy are just a few of the many challenges rescues face.

Eve Bañuelos, president and founder of Pups Without Borders, joins us today to discuss the mindset her team has cultivated that empowers them to make big things happen.

Pups Without Borders is a 501c3 animal rescue that specializes in rescuing pregnant dogs, nursing litters, and sick or injured puppies.

Topics Include:
- The origin story of Pups Without Borders.
- PWB's adoption process.
- Combining old-school knowledge with modern practices.
- Heartwarming success stories from 2021.
- Rescue crushes.
- And other topics...

Resources Mentioned:
https://pupswithoutborders.org/
CUDDLY Blog: https://bit.ly/3qYjR59

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Every year natural disasters impact human and animal lives around the globe. Although they are inevitable, how we respond can make all the difference.

Mike Merrill, founder and executive director of Florida Urgent Rescue, joins us today to share his rescue and disaster relief experience. Mike discusses how to properly prepare for natural disasters, especially as a pet owner.

Topics Include:
- Mike's battle against a local shelter's negligent management.
- Operations during Hurricane Harvey.
- Preparing for a disaster as a pet owner.
- The lingering effects of natural disasters on rescues.
- How disasters can help raise animal welfare awareness.
- And other topics...

Resources Mentioned:
https://www.floridaurgentrescue.com/
CUDDLY Blog: https://bit.ly/3f4246Y

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Losing a pet is the worst nightmare for every pet owner. Reconnecting these lost animals with their owners is not an easy task, especially if the animal is not microchipped.

Susan Taney, Director of Lost Dogs Illinois, joins us today to discuss the evolution of animal welfare and the importance of microchipping our pets.

Lost Dogs Illinois is a nonprofit organization with a mission to empower owners with the resources to locate their lost pets and provide the education their communities need to keep animals safe.

Topics Include:
- Susan's journey in animal rescue.
- The evolution of animal welfare.
- Tackling myths surrounding animals.
- The power of community to find lost dogs.
- Suspending judgment of pet owners until we know their backstory.
- Information about microchipping.
- And other topics…

Resources Mentioned:
CUDDLY Blog: https://bit.ly/3sYdyRC
https://lostdogsillinois.org/

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Homeless cats living outside are subject to many risks including viral diseases, traffic, and predators. Ralph Carbone decided he wanted to give these at-risk animals a second chance.

Ralph Carbone, Director of Feline Lifeline, joins us today to share his decades of experience and to communicate how important felines are to our society.

Feline Lifeline's mission is to give homeless cats a chance – not after they are taken to a public animal shelter, but while they are still living on the streets.

Topics Include:
- The philosophy of Feline lifeline.
- The ideal way to trap, neuter, and release.
- Interacting with stray cats
- Animal welfare in South Carolina.
- How cats made the USA possible.
- What cats can teach us about consent
- Challenges Feline Lifeline faced during COVID.
- And other topics…

Resources Mentioned:
https://www.felinelifelinesc.org/
CUDDLY Blog: https://bit.ly/3dZDljZ

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In today’s fast-paced world, our attention spans are shorter than ever. Trying to compete in the marketplace of attention is daunting, leaving many rescues feeling unheard.

Amy Hofer, Founder and President of A Pathway to Hope, joins us today to discuss the critical role narrative writing plays in the success of their fundraisers.

A Pathway to Hope is a rescue dedicated to the rehabilitation and adoption of abandoned dogs and cats with a focus on special needs cases.

Topics include:
- The transformation of A Pathway to Hope
- Making tight budgets work
- Tips for telling a compelling story
- What changed during COVID
- Cole's story
- And other topics

Resources Mentioned:
http://www.apathwaytohope.org/
CUDDLY Blog: https://bit.ly/3DTsUZN

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Stray overpopulation in Texas is a huge challenge. Looking at the state of animal welfare in Texas, Patti Dawson and her team knew they had to do something.

Dallas DogRRR supplies food, shelter, rehabilitation, and medical care for animals in need. Their mission remains focused on saving those facing the greatest odds.

Patti Dawson, President of Dallas DogRRR, joins us today to discuss the challenges rescues face in Texas and how they are tackling them.

Topics Include:
- Collaborations with different rescues
- How Hurricane Harvey transformed Dallas DogRRR
- The amazing story of Perkins
- Understanding the emotional state of dogs during COVID
- The importance of transparency in rescue
- And other topics...

Resources Mentioned:
CUDDLY Blog: https://bit.ly/3lVChlx

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Worrying about finances makes the difficult work of animal rescue even more challenging. As tragic as it is, saving a life or not saving a life often comes down to dollars.

CUDDLY was founded to help put money in the hands of rescues and shelters. CUDDLY is the only crowdfunding platform built specifically for animal welfare organizations worldwide.

Samantha Marmion, director of shelter engagement at CUDDLY, joins us today to talk about how CUDDLY is helping animal welfare organizations thrive.

Topics Include:
- How CUDDLY connects rescues to donors
- The team behind CUDDLY
- The demographics of pet ownership
- The number one thing that makes a fundraiser successful
- How animal lovers can help save lives
- And other topics...

Resources Mentioned:
https://cuddly.com/
CUDDLY Blog: https://bit.ly/3rUsJuD

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