“So I think it’s really important when you start something that you really feel part of it and you have the feeling that you really want to talk about it all of the time.”

This episode is sponsored in part by Humane Network, Doobert, and Maddie's Fund.

Marta Negro, a lifelong pet lover and avid traveler, faced a difficult task when the COVID pandemic forced her to return home to Spain without her dog. Fortunately, she was able to find a flight volunteer who could reunite her with her dog. Following this experience, Marta recognized the need for this service on a grander scale, which prompted her to develop the platform Help the Dog Fly. This service connects individuals trying to get their pet home with transport volunteers.

In her conversation with Stacy, Marta provides details about the behind-the-scenes work. She also shares the organization’s values, some of the challenges as a new organization, and her goals for Help the Dog Fly’s future.

To learn more about Help the Dog Fly, visit their Facebook, Instagram, or website.

If you enjoyed this episode, check out our interview with Chris Roy, pilot, and creator of Doobert.com in episode 131.