What would make someone take in 25 dogs, work for free, and keep going after being bitten 58 times?
Carlin Lutzer sits down with Sam Burnett, co-owner of Moe Dog Rescue Mission, to explore the gritty realities behind dog rescuing.
From its origins in Cuba to tackling Alberta’s shady breeding practices, Sam shares raw stories, hard-earned wisdom, and a deep belief that there's no such thing as a bad dog — just bad circumstances.
Whether you're a dog owner, animal advocate, or someone curious about what really goes into saving a life, this episode is equal parts eye-opening and inspiring.
Listen For:
1:46 From Cuba to Canada How Moe Dog Rescue Began
5:04 The Chaos of Fostering 25 Dogs at Once
7:56 When Rescues Go Wrong Not All Are Created Equal
13:54 The Transformation of a Semi-Feral Dog
20:04 Are You Accidentally Training Your Dog to Be Reactive
28:40 Inside Alberta’s Shocking Dog Auction Scene
44:34 Lifetime Training Support for Every Adopted Dog
Connect with guest: Sam Burnett
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Sheep River Dog Rescue formally know as Moe Dog Rescue. Passionate about giving Dogs another chance.
Special thanks to Okotoks Nissan for arranging this podcast with Kelly Hrudey.
