The Foster Files

By Kelly

On The Foster Files we are telling stories about adoptable animals and the people who save them. Our focus will be on highlighting adoptable animals while discussing the joys, struggles, highs and

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The podcast currently has 20 episodes available.

The Foster Files episodes:

November 19, 2025 We All Need Therapy
Denver Pet Partners is an organization dedicated to strengthening the human and animal bond through their volunteer work. Rika and Laura walk us through the work they do, how important it is to the people in their community, and the steps you can take if this work speaks to you.

Littleton, CO - Hound (Unknown Type)/Pit Bull Terrier. Meet Kelly a Pet for Adoption - AdoptaPet.com
DPP Main Site – Advancing the Human-Animal Bond
Volunteer Therapy Pets & Therapy Dog Program: Pet Partners
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57min
November 12, 2025 More Than One Way to Treat A Cat
Dr. Hougentogler of K Vet Animal Care takes the time to talk about other ways to treat what ails your pet. From acupuncture, to physical therapy, to herbal remedies and spinal manipulation, different options could be a better path for your cat or dog. With years of experience under his belt, Dr. H is a wealth of knowledge on how to make sure your family pet is living their best and most fulfilled life.

Wagtopia: Adopt Dogs, Cats, Register Pet Microchip, Geo Tags - Adoptable Carlos
Vet & Animal Hospital in Greensburg, PA | K. Vet Animal Care
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November 05, 2025 Please don't hump me
As we approach the months filled with cabin fever, Kelly thought it would be a great time to talk about unwanted behavior from excited dogs. Lauren from Choose Wisely Dog Training offers some easy, actionable tips when your dog is jumping, barking, or humping for attention!

Wagtopia: Adopt Dogs, Cats, Register Pet Microchip, Geo Tags
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30min
October 29, 2025 The Ins and Outs of Animal Shelters
Danielle, Shelter Administrator and Foster Coordinator of Animal Protectors of Allegheny Valley joins the podcast to talk all things animal shelters. If you ever wondered why adoption fees are a few hundred dollars, or how shelters care for their most stressed residents, this episode is for you!
Volunteer - ANIMAL PROTECTORS OF ALLEGHENY VALLEY
Fur-Ever Mine Fund | The Pittsburgh Foundation
Dog for adoption - Odie, a Pit Bull Terrier in New Kensington, PA | Petfinder
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46min
October 22, 2025 Birds of a Feather
Branching out from the usual content about dogs and cats, Kelly learns all about bird welfare! Joined by Jenna from Soaring Spirits Sanctuary she hears the good, bad and ugly about why birds shouldn't have been domesticated in the first place but how we can help clean up the mess we made, as humans.
facebook.com/capehornpets (1) Facebook
facebook.com/soaringspiritssancturary (1) Facebook

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46min
October 15, 2025 Straight Up Dog Talk
Fellow podcaster, Em, visits Kelly to talk everything dog! A dog trainer and nutritionist Em brings her wealth of knowledge, compassion for animals as well as practical tips that can help you improve your dog's overall well being. After you listen to Em here, be sure to subscribe to her podcast, Straight Up Dog Talk!
Grover the Dog (Black Mouth Cur)
A different kind of dog podcast, where no topic is taboo. Owners and experts get real about what really matters
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56min
October 08, 2025 Max Update!
A short episode to give everyone an update on Max!
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5min
October 01, 2025 Rescued by Hope
On this episode Kelly talks to Janine Guido, the founder of Speranza Animal Rescue in Mechanicsburg, PA about her journey in rescue, the animal welfare act she helped bring into law, and her new book, Rescued by Hope. Janine's story isn't unique in rescue; it's heartbreaking, inspiring and never ending. Despite her efforts there will always be another soul to save, another heart to heal. Janine is a warrior among rescue and worth the listen.
Speranzarescue.org
Rescued by Hope: The Story of Speranza Animal Rescue: Guido, Janine: 9798262815685: Amazon.com: Books

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44min
September 24, 2025 Duolingo for Dogs
If you're looking for ways to translate your dog's body language, this is the episode for you! Back on the pod is Lauren from Choose Wisely Dog Training to give us tips on how to listen to what our dog is telling us, without any words.
Home | Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter
About The Play Way - Play Way Dogs
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https://choosewiselydogtraining.com/blog/f/the-importance-of-play

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37min
September 17, 2025 Finding Humanity in Humane Cases with Heather B.
Some of the hardest cases that a rescue will face begin with animal cruelty and neglect. Heather B, a fellow volunteer with Cross Your Paws, takes the time to talk to Kelly about how she finds it in herself to keep facing these heartbreaking cases. Every dog that finds themselves in a shelter or rescue, need our love and care, but these Humane Cases need more than most.
Home - Rescue Village - Rescue Village is a humane society that serves the Cleveland area's eastern communities
Home | Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter
Wagtopia: Adopt Dogs, Cats, Register Pet Microchip, Geo Tags
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45min

FAQs about The Foster Files:

How many episodes does The Foster Files have?

The podcast currently has 20 episodes available.