​​​In Season 2, Episode 11 of 'So You Want to Run a Dog Rescue' Jenny Nordin and Ashlyn Kauh humorously delve into the intricate aspects of running the largest foster-based dog rescue in the Pacific Northwest. They kick things off with updates on pressing issues in King County and discuss the pet overpopulation crisis. The episode offers a deep dive into the meet and greet process for potential adopters, providing an inside look on application review (read: Ashlyn's master sleuthing), dog introductions, and the critical role of fosters. Key challenges and anecdotes around fostering and medical issues (from a holey penis to pica) are shared, providing a comprehensive look at the day-to-day operations. Finally, they touch on organizational structure, case manager roles, and future considerations for succession planning within the rescue.

POD MENTIONS:

The Pet Overpopulation Crisis - Tail Lights Rescue Project Instagram
Forgotten Dogs 4 Forgotten Vets
Insight K9 Solutions
NW K9 Obedience​
Bolder K9
K9 Kennel Boss

DGS Adoptable Dogs
Alexander
Pedro
Guy Ritchie
Rocky
Zena
Galileo
Bingo
Penny
Mark Anthony
Rei
Bella Star
Koda

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Chapters

00:00 2.11: Navigating the Adoption Process - Meet and Greets Demystified

00:54 Recap 2.10

13:01 Since Last Time We Spoke

31:12 Not Your 9 to 5: Medical Shiz this Week

44:45 Meat and Potatoes: The Ins and Outs of Meet and Greets

45:41 Adoption Application Review

52:56 Virtual Pre-Meets (When we do them)

59:44 In Person Meet and Greet

01:03:10 Dog Introductions

01:12:48 Green Lighting Adoption

01:16:56 Shit List

01:22:55 Question 1 - Case Managers (How to become one)

01:32:13 Question 2 - Succession Planning

01:36:49 Behind the scenes

​​In Episode 2.10 hosts Jenny Nordin and Ashlyn Kauh share behind-the-scenes stories about the day-to-day operations of their Pacific Northwest foster-based dog rescue. They delve into what the AF is happening in King County, from the city of Des Moines cancelling its animal control contract (good luck to lost dogs and strays!) to RASKC erecting pop-up kennels in the parking lot to house overflow dogs. They ponder a name change (Dogs in Seattle?) and share five reasons for the dog overpopulation crisis in King County, and the country at large. In the Crazy Folder, they tackle absurd advice from the unnamed online "dog training" forum, and share the controversial tale of Sarge the pitbull, who really needs a dirt nap. Strap in for a blend of crisis management, unexpected laughs, and frank discussions about the present and future challenges in dog rescue.

POD MENTIONS:

Lost Dogs of King County WA
City of Des Moines announcement
Des Moines City Council
“No kill” animal shelter faces backlash after locals protest Sarge’s euthanasia​

DGS Partners Mentioned
Crossroads Vet
To the Point Dog Training
Angels of Rawley
Timber Tails K9 Rescue
On the Mark Balanced Training
Saving Shelter Strays
Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC)

DGS Adoptable Dogs
Faye
Tequila
Kelly
Houston

Recommended Follows
Martha Hoffman
Cheri Wulff Lucas
Perfect Companion K9
Dr. Melanie Uhd (Canine Decoded)
Shorty the Pittie

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00:00 Intro​

00:34 Last Week 2.8 Separation Anxiety​

01:50 Fosters Patrick and Emma adopting​

04:25 Topic of the Week Intro​

04:57 Brigid Haunting​

07:20 Meds w SA dogs in rescue​

16:33 Kiko from SGA​

22:33 Adoption Updates: Ranch, Jackie​

29:07 Personal Notes​

36:36 Not Your 9 to 5: Firefighting​

53:19 Main Topic: Grit / Our Community​

54:57 Be A Part of the Solution​

56:04 2 Found Dogs​

01:00:12 Surrender Remi from Unhoused Woman​

01:01:39 Adoption Return Apollo​

01:04:12 Adoption Return Peach / A Dog's Best Friend​

01:06:56 Transparency from Rescue Partners​

01:10:32 NEW Timber Tails K9 Rescue​

01:15:07 Pebbles with Tayah (To the Point Dog Training)​

01:17:25 Fosters who roll up their sleeves​

01:23:07 Crazy Folder: Moon Door Meet and Greet​

01:32:05 Question 1 - Ruby Tattoo​

01:34:48 Question 2 - Breeds in shelters​

01:39:33 Outro​

01:40:10 Prequel​

In 2.9, hosts Jenny and Ashlyn deep dive into the significance of 'grit' in rescue work; they live it every day - highlighted in a firefighting segment of "Not Your 9 to 5" - and love to see it in the community they are building. (Plus, Jenny sees it every day, tattooed on her arm.) The main topic centers on being a part of the solution, not the problem, applauding fosters and partners who exemplify this spirit. In a laugh-out-loud Crazy Folder, they recount a Moon Door worthy meet-and-greet with Freya showcasing what not to do (hint: don't be a douchebag). Stay tuned after the outro to hear why this episode was almost called "saggy dog nipples" and tune in next week for a big saggy nipple related surprise.

POD MENTIONS:

Homie chasing a ceiling fan
"Can't Turn A Blind Eye with Lanya Androlewicz" - What Dogs Have Taught Me by Julie Hart (Podcast)
Seattle Vet Outreach

Recommended Tools/Gear Mentioned
K9 Kennel Boss
Dogtra Smart Nobark Collar

DGS Training Partners Mentioned
Method K9 - Post Falls, ID
​​The Good Dog Way - Bellingham, WA
​A Dog's Best Friend - Vancouver, WA
To The Point Dog Training - Tacoma, WA

DGS Rescue Partners Mentioned
Saving Great Animals - Greater Seattle area
Mutts and Misfits - Vancouver, WA
Timber Tails K9 Rescue - Grays Harbor County, WA

DGS Adoptable Dogs
Apollo
Banks
Bingo
Henry
Mark Anthony
Freya

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00:00 Intro​

00:34 Last Week 2.8 Separation Anxiety​

01:50 Fosters Patrick and Emma adopting​

04:25 Topic of the Week Intro​

04:57 Brigid Haunting​

07:20 Meds w SA dogs in rescue​

16:33 Kiko from SGA​

22:33 Adoption Updates: Ranch, Jackie​

29:07 Personal Notes​

36:36 Not Your 9 to 5: Firefighting​

53:19 Main Topic: Grit / Our Community​

54:57 Be A Part of the Solution​

56:04 2 Found Dogs​

01:00:12 Surrender Remi from Unhoused Woman​

01:01:39 Adoption Return Apollo​

01:04:12 Adoption Return Peach / A Dog's Best Friend​

01:06:56 Transparency from Rescue Partners​

01:10:32 NEW Timber Tails K9 Rescue​

01:15:07 Pebbles with Tayah (To the Point Dog Training)​

01:17:25 Fosters who roll up their sleeves​

01:23:07 Crazy Folder: Moon Door Meet and Greet​

01:32:05 Question 1 - Ruby Tattoo​

01:34:48 Question 2 - Breeds in shelters​

01:39:33 Outro​

01:40:10 Prequel​

In Episode 2.8, hosts Jenny Nordin and Ashlyn Kauh unravel the mysteries of separation anxiety in dogs. Drawing from their extensive experience running the largest foster-based rescue in the Pacific Northwest, they discuss the significance of the human-canine relationship and offer practical approaches for resolving this widespread behavior problem. With anecdotes of 1% dogs (like Jenny's infamous Rolex), they delve into extreme cases, the use of high-security crates, training collars and corrections for deescalating neurotic behavior. It's a deep dive into understanding and healing your separation-allergic Houdinis!

POD MENTIONS:

Lost Dog Darla -- Most recent sighting information

Seattle Vet Outreach -- Providing vet care to under-resourced communities

Oh My Dog Rescue Podcast -- Podcast by rescue in Iowa doing breeder release the right way (stay tuned!)

How to Create Separation Anxiety -- The Good Dog

How to Reinforce a Wire Crate -- The Good Dog YouTube

Ivan Balabanov FB post on Prozac SA study

Recommended Tools/Gear Mentioned
K9 Kennel Boss
RuffLand Kennels
Dogtra Smart Nobark Collar

DGS Training Partners Mentioned
On the Mark Balanced Training
Dog B Good
The Good Dog Way

DGS Adoptable Dogs
Guy Ritchie
Ellen
Banks
Bingo
doggoneseattle.org/adoptable-dogs

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00:09 Intro

01:21 Recent Darla Spotting

03:09 Shit List Last Week

07:53 Darby Winery Event

13:45 Help Email from Frankie's Adopter

16:33 Adoption Updates: Jackie, Koda, Jody, Simon

28:50 Meat and Potatoes: Separation Anxiety

30:00 About SA (per Google)

34:37 Personal Dog History (Rolex)

39:38 Why is SA so common?

43:24 How to Create Separation Anxiety (from TGD)

45:28 How we help prevent SA with fosters

47:35 Importance of Crate Training

52:37 Crate Bonk for Barking

55:47 General SA Tips

57:34 Secure your crate

01:14:04 Text Advice

01:15:19 SGA Temp Foster

01:19:20 Q.1- Meds for SA

01:22:40 Q.2 - Parvo Recovery

01:24:36 Q.3 - Underlying factors in BE cases?

01:28:23 Outro

In episode 2.7, Jenny Nordin and Ashlyn Kauh recount a few success stories of "not adoptable" behavior dogs transferred from local shelters who were transformed with balanced training: Meet Rex, a fear-aggressive young shepherd; Bane, a Kujo-esque Corgi; Kota, a mini monster cattle dog; Bosco, an aggressively relentless humper; and Migo, a bitey cattle dog. They also share not-so-glamorous 'Not Your 9 to 5' moments involving receipt and assessment of poop pictures from fosters. The shit list this week targets a rescue that buys dogs from breeder auctions, exposing questionable practices in the world of so-called 'rescues.' With a mix of heartwarming successes and candid, funny anecdotes, listeners get an inside look at the highs and lows of running a dog rescue.

CHAPTERS

00:00 2.7: Behavioral Rehabilitation Success Stories

00:38 Revisiting 2.6 Behavioral Euthanasia

04:21 Monty the Rat

07:17 Pound for Pound Food Pickup

08:41 Darla Sighting

10:19 SBC Parvo Outbreak

17:14 Not Your 9 to 5

23:04 Behavior Rehab Success Stories

23:22 Neo the "Great Dane" from Devore (A Nod to Community)

29:42 Rex the feral-ish shepherd from Seattle Humane

35:43 Robbie aka Bane the Corgi from PAWS

39:46 Kota the mini Cattle Dog from PAWS

46:34 Bosco the Big Bully Humper from PAWS

52:02 Migo the Mouthy Mixed Breed from PAWS

01:00:22 Shit List: Little Dog Rescue

POD MENTIONS:

Squeaky Dog Studios -- Seattle area pet photography by DGS volunteer Margot McKelvie
margotmckelvie.com

Losing Lulu -- Facebook support group for behavioral euthanasia
facebook.com/groups/losinglulu

All the Best Pet Care -- Pound for Pound Challenge partner
allthebestpetcare.com

Lost Chihuahua Darla Sighting Info -- Please read/share!
facebook.com/doggoneseattle

San Bernardino City Shelter -- DGS rescue partner
sbcity.org

PAWS -- DGS rescue partner
paws.org

Seattle Humane -- DGS rescue partner
seattlehumane.org

CCPDT - What is LIMA -- Least Intrusive Minimally Aversive (LIMA)
ccpdt.org

Sparks K9 -- Recommended trainer in Monroe, WA
sparksk9.com

Little Dog Rescue -- Sources "rescue" puppies/dogs from breeder release and auctions
littledogrescue.org

Pacific Rim Rescue -- Sources "rescue" puppies/dogs from breeder release/auctions and overseas puppy mills
pacificrimrescue.org

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In a long and heavy episode 2.6, hosts Jenny and Ashlyn spill the tea on the taboo topic of behavioral euthanasia (BE). They share the heartbreaking decision to euthanize Buttercup and provide a transparent and inside look at the BE decisions for ten dogs since 2017. They divulge the recent and tragic loss of an adult dog Bobby from the San Bernardino city shelter due to a Parvo outbreak, and in Not Your 9 to 5, navigate senior dog care with an adopter. Finally, in the 'Crazy Folder,' they present a shocking incident involving a volunteer's dog, a neighbor's toddler and a fence.

POD MENTIONS:

Angels of Rawley -- Southern CA partner rescue
angelsofrawley.org

VEG Hillsboro -- ER vet care for Bobby
veterinaryemergencygroup.com

Grant County Animal Outreach⁠⁠ -- Boots on the ground rescue in eastern WA
grantcountyanimaloutreach.org

Tail Lights Rescue Project -- Rescue partner operating in Shreveport
taillightsrescueproject.com

The Doberman Rescue Pack -- WA based Doberman rescue
thedobermanrescuepack.org

Coyote Roller -- Fencing reinforcement
coyoteroller.com

Dog Aging Project -- University of Washington based research group
dogagingproject.org

The Bite Scale -- Official Bite Scale by Ian Dunbar

Dog B Good -- Partner trainer in Federal Way, WA
dogbgood.com

Gentle Hands Cherished Paws -- Seattle area in-home euthanasia services with Dr. Jason
gentlehandscherishedpaws.com

Double Down Dog Training -- Partner trainer on Whidbey Island
doubledowndogtraining.com

Valor K9 Academy -- Partner trainer in Boise
valork9academy.com

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Hosts Jenny Nordin and Ashlyn Kauh want to spread the word: Just because you love your dogs doesn't mean you should kiss them. This Valentine's Day, let's normalize NOT kissing our dogs! In Not Your 9 to 5, Ashlyn drives 200 miles in one day while the Shit List features irresponsible rescues and dog flippers. Finally, they answer a *shitty* question from a listener you don't want to miss.

PRODUCTS mentioned:

Herbsmith Microflora Plus -- Recommended digestive enzyme
herbsmithinc.com

Honest Kitchen Perfect Form -- Recommended supplement for GI distress
thehonestkitchen.com

⁠⁠Stop Eating Poop⁠⁠ (Solid Gold) -- Recommended supplement for poop eaters (works ~50% of the time)
solidgoldpet.com/products/stop-eating-poop-chews-for-dogs

Honest Kitchen -- Dehydrated dog food, easily digestible for dogs with GI issues
thehonestkitchen.com

PARTNERS mentioned:

​T​he Good Dog Way -- Donated leash training for Rei
​t​hegooddogway.com

Swoop Scoop -- Yard poop pick up service in Seattle area
swoopscoop.com

Animal Advocacy & Rescue Coalition (AARC) -- Del Rio, TX rescue partner
aarcdelrio.org

NEWS mentioned:

Nevada woman shares horrific injuries after beloved dog of 11 years bit her nose off in unprovoked attack​

Behavioral assessment of child-directed canine aggression (U Penn 2007)

This Chrildren's Book Can Cause Your Dog to Bite Your Kid -- Sophia Yin,Huffington Post

Do you want to get bit? Cause that’s how you get bit. (Facebook group)

News anchor gets bit by a dogo argentino

Adoptable dogs mentioned

Adoptable Dog Rei⁠ -- A gorgeous girl, great temperament and well-trained!
⁠Rei's BEFORE and AFTER Leash Training video⁠
Instagram @thegooddogtrainingAdoptable Dog Freya -- Rescue's longest resident and a poop-eater 🙈

Adoptable dog Jackie -- Chihuahua with short-bowel syndrome

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In Episode 2.4 (not called Skin Dumpster Fires) hosts Jenny and Ashlyn spill the tea on tackling systemic yeast infections in dogs -- think of it as 'Extreme Makeover: Doggy Edition' with a low-carb diet and Chlorohex infused skincare routine -- and introduce Jenny's latest project, Ludo, a dead ringer for Ashlyn's former foster and heart dog, Bodhi. They also revisit Episode 2.3 to clarify some minor details they forgot to mention in their sleep-deprived states (like what even is Parvo), share the sad news about Rover, and reflect on lessons learned for the rescue. In 'Not Your 9 to 5', three dogs get lost in 72 hours but they manage to elude what Jenny calls the "Phase 2 Rigamarole." Meanwhile, the 'Crazy Folder' features Women's Weekly for suggesting readers breed their dogs for some extra spending money. What could go wrong?

Stay tuned after the episode for some ridiculous bloopery banter that didn't make the cut.

LINKS to mentions:

Canine Parvovirus - AVMA
avma.org

Canine parvovirus vaccination and immunisation failures: Are we far from disease eradication?" - Veterinary Microbiology

Saving Great Animals
savinggreatanimals.org

Tail Lights Rescue Project
taillightsrescueproject.org

Paddywack -- Pet store in Mill Creek
paddywack.net

James Branson -- Three Retrievers Lost Pet Rescue
Guide to Finding Lost Dogs -- Three Retrievers Lost Pet Rescue (Online Guide)
www.3rerievers.com

Three Retrievers' Guide to Finding Your Lost Dog -- James Branson (Book on Amazon)

Herbsmith Microflora Plus -- Recommended digestive enzyme, available at Chewy and other online retailers
herbsmithinc.com

NutriScan Pet Food Intolerance Test by Hemopet -- Recommend food allergy saliva test
nutriscanlabs.org

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Episode 2.3 delves into the gut-wrenching (and sleep-depriving) world of caring for parvo puppies, revealing the compassion resilience necessary for medical cases specifically, and dog rescue generally. Jenny and Ashlyn then spill the tea on Puyallup based Puppyland getting slapped with a 3.75M fine for selling sick puppy mill dogs at insane interest rates and opine on the broader implications of the ruling. Finally, PETA lands in the Crazy Folder, alongside fanatical "trainers" who think crates are cruel; the hosts shred this bonkers claim and share actually useful information on what to do if your pup says 'nope' to the crate.

Stay tuned after the episode for cuss-inducing recording mishaps and brain farts.

LINKS to mentions:

The Good Dog Way - Bellingham
thegooddogway.com

Veterinary Emergency Group
veterinaryemergencygroup.com

Elanco - Canine Parvovirus Monoclonal Antibody
my.elanco.com/us/parvovirus

Bellingham Veterinary
bhamvet.com

Crossroads Vet
bellevuecrossroadsveterinaryhospital.com

Answers Pet Food - Fermented Raw Cow Milk Kefir
answerspetfood.com/portfolio-item/fermented-raw-cow-milk-kefir

"Puppyland to pay $3.75 million as a result of consumer protection lawsuit" -- Washington State Office of the Attorney General

"HB 1424 - 2023-24

The Dog Merchants: Inside the Big Business of Breeders, Pet Stores, and Rescuers -- Kim Kavin
amazon.com/Dog-Merchants-Business-Breeders-Rescuers/dp/1681774046

Bailing Out Benji: End Puppy Mills
facebook.com/BailingOutBenji

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Jenny and Ashlyn discuss the Los Angeles wildfires, exploring public misconceptions about dog rescue in the aftermath of a natural disaster and the short attention span for suffering. Learn how you can support organizations making an impact for dogs in L.A., past and present. "Not Your 9 to 5" anecdotes feature DGS Alum Biggy, who swallowed a sewing cushion, and adoptable Bulldog Pebbles with an ouchy bum. You may be surprised to hear why you shouldn't have your dog's anal glands expressed and what you should do instead. In the Crazy Folder, Robert and Susan air their grievances with the rescue. Jenny answers a listener's question on pediatric spay and urinary incontinence.  

LINKS to mentions:

"How to Get Started in Barnhunt with your Dog" -- American Kennel Club
akc.org/expert-advice/training/get-started-barn-hunt

Veterinary Emergency Group
veterinaryemergencygroup.com

Nirvana K9 Training
nirvanak9training.com

"Stop Expressing your dog's anal sacs!" -- Coastal Animal Hospital
sdcoastalanimal.com/stop-expressing-your-dogs-anal-sacs

Glandex
glandex.com

"Rescue Flight to Seattle Saves Dozens of LA Pets from Wildfires" -- Newsweek

"Pets displaced by LA wildfire ready for adoption at Seattle Humane" -- KING 5

"Pets board emergency flight out of California as wildfires rage across Los Angeles area" -- FOX Weather

"Search dog teams deploy to Los Angeles fires" -- Search Dog Foundation
www.searchdogfoundation.org/los-angeles-fires

We Recommend Donating To:

Angels of Rawley Foundation (ARF)
angelsofrawley.org

Los Angeles County Animal Care Foundation
lacountyanimals.org

Paws For Life K9 Rescue
pawsforlifek9.org

Underdog Heroes Rescue
underdogheroes.org

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