Animal shelters have a lot on their plate, which forces them to abandon cases with less probability of success.

This is where Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge Inc. (RBARI) comes in. They are a no-kill animal shelter that beliefs in giving animals a second chance.

Megan Brinster, executive director of Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge Inc., joins us today to discuss how RBAR( is making a difference.

Topics Include:
- RBAR's origin story.
- Adoptions during COVID.
- Community-based animal welfare.
- Keys to becoming a successful rescue.
- Transparency on social media.
- Dealing with negativity on social media.
- And other topics…

Resources Mentioned:
https://rbari.org/
CUDDLY Blog: https://bit.ly/3IgipTw

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Animal testing is rampant in the US and abroad, particularly in universities and pharmaceutical companies.

Animal testers claim their methods are necessary to keep the public safe, but is this true in our modern age?

Rachel Smith, CEO of Humane Research Australia, doesn’t think so. In fact, Rachel believes non-animal methodologies produce better outcomes for humans.

In today’s episode, Rachel pulls back the curtain on the animal testing industry and shares how we can take action to stop it.

Topics Include:

• Animal testing in educational institutions
• The efficacy of animal testing for pharmaceuticals
• How testers use animals as ransom to silence animal welfare groups
• Why humans lose when animals are used for research
• How the Netherlands and EU are phasing out animal testing
• And other topics...

Resources Mentioned:
https://www.humaneresearch.org.au/
CUDDLY Blog: https://bit.ly/3xX7l9i

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Standing out in the age of social media isn’t easy. It takes commitment and consistent follow-through to build and serve an audience.

Chloe DiVita and Jessica Shipman, co-founders of All Pet Voices, know how to leverage content to grow their influence.

In today’s episode, Chloe and Jessica share tips for getting seen online. They discuss working with influencers, growing their own businesses, and why authenticity wins in today's media landscape.

Topics Include:

• Simple tips for better SEO
• Engaging your audience without sacrificing authenticity
• Leveraging Instagram to grow your audience
• Free Google tools for nonprofits
• CUDDLY’s partnership with All Pet Voices
• And other topics...

Resources Mentioned:
All Pet Voices Website: https://www.allpetvoices.com/
Noodle Pug on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jongraz
Emily Hall of KittyCatGO: https://kittycatgo.com
CUDDLY Blog: https://bit.ly/3wF7SvU

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The exotic pet trade is still a serious problem in the United States, particularly in LA where wealth and superstar status is used to purchase animals illegally.

While having a monkey in your house may seem cool, the reality is typically quite different.

When owners become overwhelmed or animals get injured, they have nowhere to turn given the animal's illegal status.

That’s why Animal Tracks Inc. was founded in 2008. Animal Tracks is a hands-on sanctuary for exotic animals in the greater LA area. Brittany James joins us today to discuss the exotic animal trade in LA and to provide an insider's view of Animal Tracks Inc.

Topics Include:

• The origin story of Animal Tracks
• The exotic animal trade in LA
• Living with monkeys, wolves, kangaroos, and other animals
• Why Animal Tracks needs your support to relocate their facility
• The special bonds that humans can form with animals
• And other topics…

Resources Mentioned:
CUDDLY Blog: https://bit.ly/3Cf4Nng

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How animals are treated can vary widely from culture to culture.

When Dottie Cross discovered the desperate need for animal welfare reform in Hidalgo, Nuevo Leon, Mexico she could not turn a blind eye.

Nearly a decade later, Dottie and her team have transformed the relationship between animals and the community in Hidalgo.

In this episode, Dottie shares how she has been able to raise funds, build a shelter, and work with a network of volunteers to save thousands of animals in Hidalgo and surrounding areas.

Topics Include:

• The persistence required to raise money as a nonprofit.
• Dottie's best tips for raising money and receiving grants.
•  Working with communities and nurturing relationships.
• How CUDDLY helps hundreds of organizations like Dottie's meet their rescue goals.
• Receiving animals with love, whether they are likely to live or die.
• And other topics...

Resources Mentioned:
https://potreropups.org/
CUDDLY Blog: https://bit.ly/3pLagQq

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Animal discrimination in rescue centers is a big problem.

That’s why Megan Everett founded Parish Paws. Parish Paws is on a mission to help animals and rural shelters succeed and live their best lives.

Megan joins us today to discuss the importance of community education, how to do transport the right way, and the sad reality of euthanasia in the US.

Topics Include:

• Megan's journey to finding her voice in rescue
• How Parish Paws helps pet owners
• The painful reality of euthanasia
• Discrimination against Pitbulls in 2021
• Reopening after COVID
• And other topics...

Resources Mentioned:
Parish Paws: https://www.facebook.com/ParishPaws/
CUDDLY Blog: https://bit.ly/2XLf2BA

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Animal testing is a billion-dollar industry that uses legal loopholes to physically and mentally torture animals.

That is why Shannon decided to become an animal rights advocate and start her nonprofit. Beagle Freedom Project does everything from rescuing test subject animals to tackling legal battles.

Shannon Keith, President and Founder of the Beagle Freedom Project, joins us to share her insights into the billion-dollar animal testing industry.

Topics Include:

• Shannon's motivation to become an animal rights advocate.
• Dirty secrets of the animal testing industry.
• Emotional rehabilitation for test subject animals.
• Impact of COVID on the Beagle Freedom Project's operations. 
• BFP's fostering and adoption criteria. 
• And other topics...

Resources Mentioned:
Cruelty Cutter App: https://cruelty-cutter.org/
BFP's Website: http://bfp.org/
CUDDLY Blog: https://bit.ly/3p7MAoY

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Operating a rescue efficiently is tough. That’s why Lola’s Lucky Day runs their nonprofit like a business. By putting the right systems in place, this small Houston-based rescue has homed 7500+ dogs since 2015. Larissa Gavin, President and Founder of Lola's Lucky Day, joins us on the podcast today to share how she does it.

Topics Include:
- How Larissa transitioned from business to rescue.
- The importance of responsiveness.
- Helping pets stay in homes by offering free spay and neuter and other simple medical services.
- Being an uplifting, positive force in the rescue community.
- How Lola’s makes every dollar count.
- When one more dog is too many.
- And other topics...

Resources Mentioned:
https://www.lolasluckyday.com/
CUDDLY Blog: https://bit.ly/3mT70PQ

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Stephanie Hanson is a member of The Dallas Animal Commission Board and the founder and director of IF By Innergy, a nonprofit that provides services to underserved communities and works to combat the dumping of dogs, animal abuse, and lack of education.

Topics Include:
The backstory of IF By Innergy. Dealing with emotions as a sensitive individual in animal rescue. Monitoring and dealing with animal abusers. Euthanization. What the US can learn from other countries in terms of progressive animal services and laws. Screening potential adopters. Educating people instead of demeaning them. CUDDLY’s collaboration with IF By Innergy. And other topics...

Resources Mentioned:
http://www.ifmoves.org/
CUDDLY Blog: https://bit.ly/3mrv104

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Today we are joined by Joseph Federico, co-founder and executive director of Stray Paws Animal Haven. SPAH is an all-volunteer 501c3 nonprofit, trap and release focused organization. They use industry best practices to target and work to minimize community cat overpopulation from its root.

Topics Include:
Stray Paws Animal Haven's backstory. What the trap and release process is like. How SPAH is changing the mindsets of people regarding stray cats. How COVID helped SPAH refine their business processes. State laws for poisoning cats. Why TNR is better than euthanizing strays. And other topics…

Resources Mentioned:
https://www.straypawsanimalhaven.org
CUDDLY Blog: https://bit.ly/3AUzo9W

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