The Animal Welfare Junction

Dr. G and Dan Ettinger, from The Animal Control Report, have a discussion on the importance of leash laws and how they can help protect our pets and the community. Cases of injuries to animals are broken down to assess how the situation could have been handled differently for the benefit of all involved.

The human-animal bond describes the relationship between us and our pets, in which we give and gain something from the other. As we evolve into better humans, we understand the importance of the non-human animals around us, and more importantly those that live with us.

On this episode Courtney Wennerstrom, author, blogger, and podcaster, joins us to talk about the importance of pets to their caregivers, the barriers to ownership, and what we have to do as a society to help animals and the people who care for them.

Courtney is the host of the PETestal: on the Human Animal Bond, available on your favorites podcast provider.

This week KD Hearst, from Don't F* up the Crime Scene, joins us to discuss... well... how to not mess up on criminal investigations. As an animal control officer and educator, he provides insight into how to address animal cruelty and neglect assessments, developing rapport and assessing the situation before coming up with a solution.

This episode is labeled explicit for language and content, so listener discretion is advised. But this is a fun and wild ride into the world of the ACO and it is both entertaining and educational.

Vicki Diesner, Esq., Executive Director and one of the founders of Ohio Animal Advocates, joins us to discuss the role of the organization in fighting for animal welfare issues and laws at the state level, and the many programs and resources available in Ohio. Topics include puppy mills and domestic violence.

This episode contains some examples of animal abuse and interpersonal violence that can be hard to listen to, so listener discretion is advised.

For more information on the programs, including the Real Ohio Tours, visit their website at https://www.ohioanimaladvocates.org/

Warning: Sensitive content related to animal cruelty and neglect cases

Dana Pannella, associate attorney at Holland and Muirden, joins us for a discussion on animal law and prosecuting animal cruelty and neglect cases in Ohio. Learn about the difference in animal cruelty charges and why suspended jail time is not a bad thing. We review the Trumbull v. Charles Parks case, as well as other cases she has worked on including hoarding and bestiality.

Rabbits can make great pets, but it is important to know about their specific needs if we are going to consider giving one a home.

On today's episode, Danielle Patterson and Terri Cook from the Columbus House Rabbit Society join us to talk about all the things rabbits need to have a happy, healthy life. We will discuss their food, housing, reproduction, and diseases.

Do you have a bunny or think a bunny could be in your future? You won't want to miss this!

For more information about rabbits, follow their Facebook and Instagram pages, or visit columbusrabbit.org

TNR, or trap-neuter-release, is the most effective and humane method of controlling the outdoor cat population. On this episode, we are joined by Dan Spehar of the Together Initiative for Ohio's Community Cats, and Mona McKinniss from Colony Cats to address facts and myths about community cat management.

If you are interested in community cat welfare and control, this episode is a great source of education about the ins and outs of TNR.

The Animal Control Report is a podcast hosted by humane officers to educate and share stories and cases that showcase the role of the animal control officer as well as other individuals involved in animal welfare.

In Part 2, Dan Ettinger joins us to share his experiences as a humane officer in Colorado as well as an educator, and his efforts to help grow the profession and get away from being thought of as simply the "dog catcher".

We also talk about how to deal with compassion fatigue and thoughts on behavioral euthanasia.

The Animal Control Report can be found on your favorite podcast provider or on their website at https://humanemain.com/animalcontrolreport/

The Animal Control Report is a podcast hosted by humane officers to educate and share stories and cases that showcase the role of the animal control officer as well as other individuals involved in animal welfare.

In Part 1, co-host Ashlee Bishop shares her role as an ACO in Wisconsin and talks about some of the cases she has worked on, the law as it applies in her service area, and things that could improve for the benefit of the animals.

The Animal Control Report can be found on your favorite podcast service provider or on their website ar https://humanemain.com/animalcontrolreport/

Trumbull County Dog Warden, Charles Parks, was recently in court after being charged with alleged animal neglect for failing to provide care to animals at the Trumbull County Dog Pound. Dr. G and Diane King, Trumbull County's Chief Humane Officer, share the details of the case and the path of the investigation that lead to the successful prosecution of Charles Parks.

This episode offers a in-depth look into the steps a humane officer must take, as well as the obstacles they face, when investigating animal cruelty cases. We hope this is not only informative, but that it also encourages humane agents and veterinary personnel to become involved to protect animals and the community.