What happens to working dogs after their service ends?
Most people don’t think about what happens to military and police dogs once they’re retired, but they deserve love, care, and sometimes, a reunion with the person they trusted most.
In this episode, I talk with Kristen Maurer from Mission K9 Rescue about how her team helps these canine heroes find peace, purpose, and permanent homes.
BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:
• How retired working dogs adjust to life after service
• Why reunions between dogs and former handlers are so emotionally powerful
• How you can support these heroes in their second chapter of life
This episode will leave you inspired, moved, and ready to take action for the dogs who’ve already given us so much.
CONNECT WITH KRISTEN MAURER
Website: https://missionk9rescue.org
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P.S. You may hear us refer to the show as Starlight Pet Talk during this episode. That was our previous name before we embraced the fur, mess, and mayhem. Same show, same mission—just a name that fits better now.
Holiday guests coming who don’t love your pets? Don’t miss the December 3rd Quick Fix bonus episode. Amy shares simple ways to set expectations, create boundaries, and shut down holiday drama before it even starts. Listen in and keep everyone in your house off the naughty list.
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