Holly and Kara take an episode to remember and celebrate a dear friend, mentor and all around dog rescue badass, Chris Wells. 

Christine Lee Wells, 68 of Washington, died at her home Wednesday, December 18, 2024.

A memorial service will be 10:00 AM, Saturday, December 28, 2024, at the Beatty-Peterseim Funeral Home in Washington with Pastor Anthony DeVaughn.The service will be live-streamed on the Beatty-Peterseim Facebook page, YouTube Channel and website.  Visitation will be 4-7:00 PM, Friday, December 27, 2024, at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorials and donations be made to Fluffybutts Rescue Resort.

Chris was born March 4, 1956, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the daughter of Don and Jackie (Greiff) Wells. She graduated from Kirkwood College, received her BA from St Ambrose College and MBA from Iowa Wesleyan College.

She was employed at Sheaffer Pen in Ft. Madison, Burlington Community School District and at the Career Center as a recruiter at the University of Iowa. She founded Fluffybutts Rescue Resort in 2004, which she operated out of Washington and oversaw a team of volunteers, resulting in hundreds of dogs being rescued, rehabilitated and placed in good homes. Chris was also an extremely gifted quilter, turning this skill into a full-time business, designing unique and beautiful pieces and fulfilling high-end custom orders. Her passion for saving animals and quilting was only outmatched by her deep love for her grandchildren and family. She frequently used her crafting abilities to make them special toys and clothing, and she found great joy in spending time with them and being a part of their lives. 

Survivors include her father Don Wells of Washington; sons, Kellen (Robyn) Wells-Mangold and children Breyker and Willa of River Falls, WI and Cale Wells-Mangold of Paris, TN; sisters, Carrie Wells of Riverside, IA and Kathy Wells (Chris Bajorek) of Penryn, CA.

She was preceded by her mother Jackie, on November 29, 2021. 

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Holly and Kara dive into some numbers from 2024 and outline ideas for making Oh My Dog even better in 2025. If you are looking to volunteer, now is the time! 

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Holly and Kara talk all about Holly's favorite breed: the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. A sweet and gentle dog, great for all types of living situations! 

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Kara and Holly run through a frustrating couple of weeks in rescue, and dive into things to think about as we rock around the Christmas tree with our pets.

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With a recent boom in Corgis entering rescue, Holly and Kara dive into this loveable and low-rider working breed. 

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Holly and Kara dive into rescue happenings and dream of going on a dog friendly cruise WHICH ACTUALLY EXISTS and is taking applications now! Would you ever cruise with your pup? https://www.cruisetails.com/

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In this episode, Kara and Holly deep dive into a very special dog breed, The Mexican Hairless Dog or The Xoloitzcuintli.  Kara is in love and Holly is... supportive. Where do you land? Would you have a hairless pet?

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Holly and Kara dig through recent happenings, and dive into some wild things that unscrupulous rescues do to trick the public. Just like purchasing a puppy from a breeder, it is important to know that you are adopting from a reputable rescue as well. 

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Holly and Kara dig into a fun dog breed: the Dachshund! Would you ever want a weenie? 

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MUTT MAFIA CONTENT: This episode is for our foster homes, an outline on what to do when you get an application for your foster dog!  With questions please reach out to Kara, Holly or email [email protected] or [email protected] 

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