Shows
Unmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Dr. Baker of Lane VeterinaryDr. Sarah Baker made her dreams come true when opening Lane Veterinary in Hinsdale. Dr. Baker, the heart and soul of Lane Veterinary is not just your neighborhood vet; she's a dedicated advocate for the well-being of your pets and also assists rescue animals. In this episode, we'll dive into the world of veterinary care, exploring the latest advancements, how she gets through delivering tough news, and invaluable advice to keep your pets happy and healthy! For more: https://lanevet.com/
2024-01-0530 min
Unmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchUnmuzzled- A Pawdcast with the Live Like Roo FoundationJoin Sarah Lauch (THE HOST), the Founder of the Live Like Roo Foundation! September 8th marks the 8 year Anniversary of Roo's passing and since then, we have helped over 20,000 families and paid over $2 million in medical grants. The road to get to this point has not been easy and the day-to-day of a Foundation filled with a lot more sadness than greatness can be tough. But we are here to improve lives for the better in the hope that animals can beat cancer and go on to live a healthy, happy life. If you would like to donate in...
2023-09-0830 min
Unmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchComfy CarepacksComfy Carepacks are given, free of charge, to benefit pets of individuals experiencing homelessness in the Los Angeles area. Vice President Deborah joins me to chat about this amazing organization. https://www.comfycarepacks.org/
2020-09-0818 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchObi's Pet PantryWhen Carolyn Alonzo lost her beloved Obi in May of 2020, she immediately went to work creating "Obi's Pet Pantry." A story of love, hope and passion to help others. https://www.obispetpantry.org/
2020-08-2512 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchSoul Harbour RanchSOUL - Sharing of Unconditional Love. Jodie Diegel, the Founder and President of Soul Harbour Ranch joins me. The SOUL Harbour Ranch Animal Therapy Program, located in Barrington, Illinois, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to enrich lives by promoting the unconditional love and healing of the human-animal bond, while advocating for animal therapy standards of excellence. We offer the Barrington-area's most experienced and comprehensive animal-assisted therapy teams, which includes registered therapy dogs, registered miniature therapy horses and miniature therapy donkeys. Our registered therapy dogs started visiting as early as 2010, and our registered miniature therapy horses started...
2020-08-1114 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchRaise the Woof: West Suburban Humane SocietyWest Suburban Humane Society just opened their brand new building in March and unfortunately the pandemic has hampered their plans, but they are still rescuing and still adopting animals out! Christina Morrison, the Director of Development joins me to talk about rescuing animals from rural areas, tips for adopting an animal and much more! https://www.wshs-dg.org/
2020-07-2817 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchTraining Assistance Dogs Paws with a Cause custom trains assistance dogs for people with a disability. Public Relations Coordinator Cara Conway joins me to talk about their service,hearing, seizure response and autism dogs. Great stories! https://www.pawswithacause.org/
2020-07-2115 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchCompassion in Balance ProgramCompassion Fatigue comes up over and over in this podcast and I am honored to be joined by an expert in the field, Jessica Dolce. She is the Founder of The Compassion in Balance Program and educates people who work with animals. https://www.compassioninbalance.com/
2020-07-0715 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchCamp DogwoodCamp Dogwood is a paradise for humans to get away with their dogs and partake in activities that surround their animals. The unique camp has grown in the last 20 years and Alysa Sly has done so much work and research making it a destination for dog lovers. For more: https://www.campdogwood.com/
2020-06-2321 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchBailing Out BenjiBailing Out Benji is a non-profit that is dedicated to educating people about puppy mills by using data and sharing stories. Nikki and Raquel join me to break down the difference between breeders and mills and much more. For more: bailingoutbenji.com
2020-06-0922 min
A Very Important Podcast by The HecklerWellness Check: NBC Sports Chicago Exec. Producer & Founder of Live Like Roo Sarah LauchToday's Wellness Check is with Sarah Lauch, an executive producer at NBC Sports Chicago and the founder of Live Like Roo, a non-profit organization that supports families of pets diagnosed with cancer. Sarah and Brad talk about her career at NBC Sports Chicago (Comcast SportsNet before that), how some of her coworkers didn't know she was dating someone else in the office until their wedding announcement came out, her unique relationship with Matt Nagy, her long history of saving animals in need, crazy stories rescuing dogs, the background of Live Like Roo, how people can support the rescue community...
2020-05-2757 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchAnimal Groomer Kisten NufferMobile dog grooming is a great concept for animals that may be nervous going to get a hair cut or a nail trim and Kirsten Nuffer took the leap into her own mobile grooming venture and never looked back.
2020-04-2815 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchJenny LeechJenny Leech started fostering not long ago and has taken in some very broken and injured animals. She also has 2 dogs that are frequently seen on viral videos! Big Ben and Tiny Tim have become best friends and their relationship is the cutest: facebook.com/bigbentinytim
2020-04-2122 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchFelines and Canines Rescue in ChicagoFelines and Canines started as just felines and then added the canines. For 42 years they have been saving lives! Abby and Kelly join me for a frank conversation about rescuing outside of Illinois and what it takes to run a rescue 24/7. A view from the inside... felinescanines.org
2020-04-0724 min
Believe in DogEpisode 11. Sarah Lauch & Live Like Roo FoundationSarah Lauch was already a lifelong animal lover and an active shelter and rescue volunteer when she met the dog that changed her life. Roo (shelter name Cisco) was an owner surrender to Chicago’s open admission animal shelter due to his trouble urinating. Unfortunately, Roo’s health issue was caused by a terminal cancer diagnosis.
Sarah decided to give Roo the best possible life for all his remaining days. Roo’s Bucket List and Sarah’s #LiveLikeRoo went viral and was even featured on Access Hollywood.
After Roo passed away, Sarah started sending out care pac...
2020-04-0651 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchI am back!Sorry for being MIA! I am back! Listen to hear what is new!
2020-03-1705 min2020-01-2100 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchTamira Thayne"It was a feeling like you wanted to protect the land and the dogs still buried on the property." Rescuer and author Tamira Thayne transformed Michael Vick's dog fighting compound into a rescue center for chained and penned dogs. Now, in her new book she reveals what they found inside those black sheds and how her life was affected by what she saw. For more about her book: www.whochainsyou.com
2019-12-1715 min2019-12-1003 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchGiving RoosDayWhy donate to Live Like Roo on Giving Tuesday? Because a moment of happiness matters for everyone. Because when no one else is there to help, we are. Because a cancer diagnosis should not mean the end of life. Because when there is no hope, we provide a glimmer of it. Today, on Giving Tuesday, choose Roo. #GivingRoosDay https://www.ilgive.com/organizations/live-like-roo-foundation
2019-12-0305 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchAladdin NationWhen Michele rescued Aladdin, he was completely broken. Little did she know, she would have to do everything in her power to save his life again. Recently, Aladdin was very sick and Michele and I crossed paths when he was diagnosed with cancer. He is an ambassador for the breed and is an inspiration to everyone. https://www.facebook.com/aladdinnation/ Raise the Woof is presented by Fetch Pet Care of Chicago. For more information: fetchpetcare.com.
2019-11-2625 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchCBD Oil by Blooming CultureCBD is such a hot topic. I brought Andreana on from Blooming Culture, who makes AMAZING CBD Oil products that have changed my life and my dog's life. I know you all have questions. about it and Andreana is an expert! Use code LLR10 to order your own here: https://bloomingculture.com/collections/all More here: https://bloomingculture.com/pages/stockist
2019-11-1919 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchPam KaplanPam Kaplan's personal experiences have led her down a path that many people desperately need. As a pet loss grief coach, Pam helps owners who need advice and support during one of the toughest times in their life. There is no "it's just a dog" here. Pam has written an amazing book where you can also journal about your own experiences. www.pawstocelebrate.life When you buy a book, you get a free gift and Live Like Roo Foundation gets 20% of the proceeds.
2019-11-0521 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchHappily Ever Esther Farm SanctuaryAs there has been a boom in the pet industry, farm animals are also getting a lot of great exposure for how they are raised and farmed. Most people know Esther the Wonder Pig, but did you know about the sanctuary created in her honor? The secretary of the board for Happily Ever Esther Sanctuary visits with me and she was so great.
2019-10-2816 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchRaise the Woof: Stop Doing that Shi*Never has a book inspired a change in me more than this one...
2019-10-1521 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchUnleashed Life and Foundry Farm"It helps us to scrub off all those layers of bs." Mary is such a great person and she is always finding way to give back. An old soul with a lot of ways you can improve your own life. I love how at such a young age, she keeps reinventing herself. More about Unleashed Life and how to join: www.myunleashedlife.com Info about the event that benefits Live Like Roo Foundation this weekend: https://www.facebook.com/events/514665152616221/ A great blog: https://unleashedlife.simplero.com/page/123741?fbclid=IwAR2-aJqms_Wqg...
2019-09-3012 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchPuppy Mill InvestigatorAnimal-lover and advocate Pete Paxton has visited over 700 puppy mills. He has gone undercover at puppy stores and done amazing work bringing some real issues to the forefront. Now, he has a new book that pulls the curtain back on dog rescue, as well as his amazing work throughout the years. My jaw was on the floor for much of this interview. A great listen. pre-order Rescue Dogs: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/599676/rescue-dogs-by-pete-paxton-with-gene-stone/9780525540359/ More on CAPS (Companinon Animal Protection Society): https://www.caps-web.org/
2019-09-1721 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchBlind Dog Rescue AllianceKristen Strouse of the Blind Dog Rescue Alliance joins Raise the Woof. She was also assisted by Live Like Roo Foundation when her dog Isis was diagnosed with cancer. Raise the Woof is presented by Fetch Pet Care. For ore info: fetchpetcare.co
2019-09-0928 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchFear Free Vetting and PuppiesIf you have been following my social media the past few weeks, you have seen the puppy roller coaster we have been on. Now, the story behind the story of the One Tail at a Time "M Puppies" with @megan Van Paris. Megan also has started Fear Free vetting at Blum animal hospital and is teaching others about the program that is changing the lives of human and animals. Raise the Woof is presented by Fetch Pet Care. They are now hiring: fetchpetcare.com.
2019-09-0222 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchKerry Armstrong Founder of Home Dog LAHome Dog LA Founder Kerry Armstrong joins me for a frank discussion on helping owners who are attempting to surrender their animals to an open admission shelter. She is changing lives and doing amazing work, one dog at a time. www.homedogla.com
2019-08-2015 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchMutts of the MidwayMutts of the Midway may be new to the rescue game, but they have been involved in helping animals for many years. They make a huge difference in Chicago and beyond.
2019-08-1320 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchCancer, Tattoos and RescueI am honored to be joined by Monica Kaskey, who I met at Chicago Animal Control when she saved a very scared dog named Harrelson. She has since adopted him, had another of her dog's beat cancer and together we have done some amazing things in rescue. She and her partner Sarah are hosting a tattoo event for Live Like Roo Foundation in Milwaukee on August 10. Hope to see you there! Raise the Woof is presented by Fetch Pet Care Chicago fetchpetcare.com.
2019-08-0620 min
Unmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchCancer, Tattoos and RescueI am honored to be joined by Monica Kaskey, who I met at Chicago Animal Control when she saved a very scared dog named Harrelson. She has since adopted him, had another of her dog's beat cancer and together we have done some amazing things in rescue. She and her partner Sarah are hosting a tattoo event for Live Like Roo Foundation in Milwaukee on August 10. Hope to see you there! Raise the Woof is presented by Fetch Pet Care Chicago fetchpetcare.com.
2019-08-0620 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchDirector of Training and BehaviorSarah Gaziano is the Director of Training & Behavior for One Tail At A Time. Her expertise with animals has paved an amazing path for her and while it is not always easy, it is certainly rewarding.
2019-07-2318 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchDirector of Training and BehaviorSarah Gaziano is the Director of Training & Behavior for One Tail At A Time. Her expertise with animals has paved an amazing path for her and while it is not always easy, it is certainly rewarding.
2019-07-2318 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchRaise the Woof: A Shelter Diversion Day for the AgesChicagoland Rescue Intervention Support Program (CRISP) is a program at Chicago Animal Care and Control that aims to keep animals with their owners by providing help in the form of vetting or landlord help etc. If that cannot happen, CRISP tries to get the animals to rescue. On this Friday in June, CRISP was busier than ever. A little Day in the Life of CRISP.
2019-07-1610 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchPet DetectiveJamie Katz is a glimmer of hope during a time of total despair. She is a licensed private investigator in Florida and has many tips and trick and stories from her work in helping people find their lost pets. She is an amazing human, who does very difficult work. A great guest! jamiekatzpetdetective.com
2019-07-0927 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchFoster Pet Outreach"Take all the money spent on a few old or really sick dogs and put that towards healthier pets." A few weeks ago, Foster Pet Outreach received a letter that scorned them for spending money on sick and old animals. I wanted to have Alyssa on the podcast to discuss the note and their rebuttal and we had a great conversation about it.
2019-07-0221 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchA Dedication to ZoeyZoey was simply the most magical creature ever. All of her quirks and all of her issues taught us so much. She was one of my biggest mistakes, but certainly my favorite mistake. We met her on the way to the dentist in 2005. On the way home from the dentist after convincing Schipp we had to have her, I put $850 on my credit card at Happiness is Pets and we took her home. She was 9 weeks old. There are so many mistakes we made in that one little paragraph, but I am not here to rehash those.
2019-06-1811 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchDog Groomer Emily PorterEmily Porter has transformed so many matted dogs into beautiful gems. With a recent surge in gnarly dogs REALLY needing a makeover with The Hot Mess Express, Emily has been re-energized. She does so much amazing work and has so many great stories. Follow her on insta @emilygrooms dogs
2019-06-1021 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchThe Safe Haven Network"There is so much (domestic abuse) survivors can get from their relationship with their pets, not only during their crisis but in the healing after they have managed to escape. It can really help them take control of their lives again and feel loved." ~Jessica Katz Executive Director, The Safe Haven Network www.thesafehavennetwork.org
2019-06-0426 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchReal Dog Moms of ChicagoIn just 2 years, Jessica Hiltner, Co-Founder and President of Real Dogs Moms of Chicago, has built quite a brand. Many dog moms vie for a coveted feature on their social media, but more importantly, they have partnered with chicagoland rescues and foundations to bring in much needed funds for animals by throwing amazing events. She is a hustler and has a great future.
2019-05-2827 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchMiss Judy Big Pig and her Dads Alex and Evan"We cannot imagine living without her." Ah, my whole heart. A dog that I helped to save from Chicagoland Rescue and Intervention Support Program has the absolute best life after many years of being overbred and under loved. Miss Judy Big Pig has a cut following after being rescued by One Tail at a Time and adopted by 2 amazing dudes named Evan and Alex, who have changed her life forever....but she has change theirs, too. Adopting an older dog is the best.
2019-05-2117 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchRescuer of Rabbits, Squirrels, Roosters, Chickens and much moreMelissa Pena does everything in her power to save the animals others leave to fend for themselves. She is the go-to in Chicagoland when anyone needs help with a wild animal including roosters, pigs, rabbits, squirrels, turtles, horses and so much more. Did you know that bunnies poop 300 times a day? I learned SO MUCH from this podcast...you will too.
2019-05-1431 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchRaise the Woof: BreakSome times you have to take a break so you do not break. Getting away from toxic is so important.
2019-05-0710 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchJamie Buehrle"Any time that I can create awareness, I am happy to help." Jamie Buehrle has an amazing platform to spread awareness about Breed Specific Legislation as well as how incredible pit bulls are despite all the uneducated people spewing bs. She walks the walk and talks the talk and has done so much good for so many animals. Honored to have her as a guest this week. Raise the Woof is presented by Fetch Pet Care Chicago. Fetch! Pet Care of Chicago is hiring professional pet sitters and dog walkers in Chicago. If you're a lo...
2019-04-3016 min2019-04-1609 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchJanice Gork, Tails Pet Magazine FounderJanice Gork is the Founder of Tails Pet Magazine and since 2000 she has helped and inspired so many pet owners to treat their animals as part of the families. The path from physical magazines to the digital age has been a project, but with a booming pet industry, her content is thriving. Raise the Woof is presented by Fetch Pet Care. Fetch! Pet Care of Chicago is hiring professional pet sitters and dog walkers in Chicago. If you're a lover of all animals you can go to their website to fill out an online application, www.fetchpetcare.com
2019-04-1620 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchMaritza Hernandez: Dog Runner and ArtistMaritza has an amazing job as a dog runner, but it is filled with pressure. She also creates brilliant art that she donates to charities. Great stories from another spectacular guest.
2019-04-0222 min2019-03-2610 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchWaukegan Police Animal ControlSusan Elliot and Nicole Garza have seen just about everything working at an Animal Control in Waukegan. They have hearts of steel and though they do emotional work, they have made a difference in the lives of so many humans and animals. I was honored to volunteer with them a few times. We have some great stories to share.
2019-03-1226 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchThe Empawthy ProjectJon Davis grew up with depression and anxiety. He realized that when he got a dog, he had reason to live during the tough times. Recently, he started The Empawthy Project.... "shining a light on the mental health benefits of pets." We did a live podcast in association with ATA Social Club, Real Dog Moms of Chicago, Rescue in Style and Dovetail Brewery. It was a good, real discussion about mental health and I am sure many of you will be glad people are brave enough to talk about their lives and be so open about the struggles. Thank...
2019-03-0540 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchThe Hot Mess ExpressThe Hot Mess Express takes dogs that are left for dead. It has been a difficult journey only a few months in and the rescue stories that we have for these animals is remarkable. We give you an inside look at the new rescue collaboration between Lulu's Locker Rescue and Live Like Roo Foundation. CHOOOOO CHOOOO! All aboard.
2019-02-2629 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchQ and A with SarahWhat is the best thing about podcasting? How do you know an adopter is solid? What is the most difficult part of rescue? I took a few questions before my vacation and they brought on some solid discussions....back to our regular schedule soon.
2019-02-1117 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchQ and A with SarahWhat is the best thing about podcasting? How do you know an adopter is solid? What is the most difficult part of rescue? I took a few questions before my vacation and they brought on some solid discussions....back to our regular schedule soon.
2019-02-1117 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchThe Dog Persons Dating App"The dating app world is growing remarkably... 1/3 of marriages last year started with online dating. How are we going to create apps that truly make a match? That is what Dig does." This app is simply brilliant and pairs people and their dogs to simply make a perfect match. Leigh Isaacson is the CEO and Co-Founder of Dig Dates and joins me for great conversation. Join us. Raise the Woof is presented by Fetch Pet Care Chicago. For more information: fetchpetcare.com
2019-02-0517 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchSherry MangoldSherry Mangold is the Director of Humane Education for Animal Protection of New Mexico. She is trying to stop cruelty, abuse, fighting by educating youth and it is working. She also has adopted 2 Galgos dogs and has turned them into amazing therapy dogs...they have become famous in NM! She is a great guest with a wealth of information.
2019-01-2924 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchYo Galgo"I am pissed. I wanted to tell the story right." Yeray Lopez Portillo has seen some of the worst cases of dog abuse and disposal happening in Spain. The Galgos dogs. He has created an amazing documentary called "Yo Galgo"....please watch the trailer and check out this amazing documentary:https://www.facebook.com/yogalgo/ These are our dogs. This is our World. This should not be happening in this day and age.
2019-01-2228 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchThe Galgos"If the dog sits beside the owner, he is done. If he runs and looks back at the owner, he is done." I have never had more moments in a podcast where my jaw was on the floor. Simply shocking what is going on with Galgos hunting dogs in Spain. It made me want to instantly help. Travis Patenaude is at the forefront of rescuing these amazing dogs, who have one of the worst plights I have ever heard about. Give it a listen. To learn more: http://www.adoptagalgo.com/about/
2019-01-1522 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchThe Empawthy Project "I suffer from depression and anxiety. There are so many things that pets help us get through. We don't talk about these issues and how much my dog has helped me. I really want to create awareness." Jon Davis has created The Empathy Project, which "aims to highlight the mental health benefits of the relationship we have with pets, including through fostering and volunteering. So many people have been helped immensely by pets and we need to start talking about, both for our own benefit and to help others who have yet to experience it. Our mental health struggles are so...
2019-01-0822 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah Lauch2018 Memories and 2019 plansWe did this one live on Facebook and I had an assist from Schipp.
2019-01-0125 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchJoanna KoncaJoanna Konca broke down twice during this podcast. She feels real feelings and is not afraid to show them. Dogs will do that to you. She is a trainer and has an immense love for dogs from other countries. She also helped me get my start in this crazy rescue world.
2018-12-0419 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchThe Story of RooI thought I would tell the story of Roo and how Live Like Roo Foundation came to be. And on #GivingTuesday, what better way to honor our boy than to give him his own podcast. Check out our Giving RoosDay incentives. www.tinyurl.com/roosday
2018-11-2733 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchRaise the Woof: Laura Krill"I love doing this. I hate why we have to do it, but I love doing this for people." Laura Krill is a Certified Canine Rehabilitation Assistant for Integrative Pet Care and the Vice President/Medial Case Manager for Live Like Roo Foundation. She has a LOT going on and while she juggles it all, she gives people going through one of the toughest times of their lives the support and encouragement they need
2018-11-2033 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchMelissa Lipani"When I am with him, I feel like he does the talking." Melissa Lipani has an amazing therapy dog, who has been battling cancer. It is heartbreaking, but she takes it all in stride and shares "Cappy" with the world to help remedy misperceptions of pit bulls. She works for Best Friends and has fostered over 100 dogs. She is a great human.
2018-11-1328 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchWellness and Wags, Canine MassageCaragh from Wellness & Wags recently received her nation certification in canine massage. She helps Live Like Roo Foundation with their bucket list nights by giving dogs their massages in swanky hotels. She has a vast knowledge of a dog's body and what works for your dog. So much good info in this podcast. For more: info@wellnessandwags.com
2018-11-0520 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchOwner Supports and SurrendersNot all owner surrenders and supports are bad. Many people judge without knowing the full story. I have had a lot of incidents the past few weeks that spoke volumes about this very subject. We need to remain compassionate with people that do not have the same resources as the rest of us.
2018-10-3015 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchRaise the Woof LIVEWhat was I thinking going live and answering questions. HAAA! It all turned out well and I hope you enjoy it. A different way to do things!
2018-10-2329 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchTV and Movie Star and Founder, Shorty's Pit Bull Rescue"We as humans are destroying the breed (pit bulls). These puppies that are born are not programmed to say "I am going to maul a kid." Formerly dubbed the "Pit Boss," Shorty Rossi has strong opinions about a breed that many want society to just accept. He has starred in TV and movies, but has a passion for pit bulls and has a rescue called Shorty's Pit Bull Rescue. He joined us at an event at Speakeasy Customs and Classics and gave us some insight on his unique life.
2018-10-1640 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchLeader Dogs for the Blind"Introductions of a dog into their life change their life. A person may not have left their house or they thought blindness was the end of their life. Then we put a dog in their hands." Rod Haneline, Chief Programs and Services Officer of Leader Dogs for the Blind has seen so many success stories with animals and their humans that went through the Leader Dog program. What he does is simply life-changing.
2018-10-0923 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchLinda Harper Compassionate Heart SpecialistDid you know that a simple peppermint can calm your nerves? Almost every podcast, we discuss compassion fatigue. Finally, I have a guest that can talk professionally about it. Linda Harper is a Compassionate Heart Specialist and provides a guide for animals loves that is unmatched. In just 25 minutes with her, I felt so much better and learned small things that have made for a more sane Sarah. For More: www.drlindaharper.com
2018-10-0220 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchLinda Harper Compassionate Heart SpecialistDid you know that a simple peppermint can calm your nerves? Almost every podcast, we discuss compassion fatigue. Finally, I have a guest that can talk professionally about it. Linda Harper is a Compassionate Heart Specialist and provides a guide for animals loves that is unmatched. In just 25 minutes with her, I felt so much better and learned small things that have made for a more sane Sarah. For More: www.drlindaharper.com
2018-10-0220 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchWhy is it so hard to adopt or foster a dog? How do we fix it?"Sorry you are not a good fit." The trials and tribulations of adopting or fostering a dog are no joke, but the application and interview process has also been difficult as Heather has tried to find the perfect fit for her home. In this episode, I also ask Heather for advice on how to recover from a "I cannot do this anymore" moment.
2018-09-2518 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchMarney Prince, Founder, Side by Side Pet "I want all the animals out there to be healthy. People food is animal food." Marney Prince has done TONS of research on animals and food and now with the grand opening of Side by Side Pet in Lincoln Park, she is hoping to help people and their animals live the healthiest life possible. This is not a store where you just walk in and out and snag food (unless you are in a hurry :) ), they are there to help you choose the best possible food for your animal. There is a vet on staff and years of amazing research ha...
2018-09-1816 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchJohn Garrido, Garrido Stray Rescue Foundation"A lot of rescues are getting together and working together more and if we all come together, we may be able to influence and make some change legislation and influence our politicians and get something in place to deal with this because it is a never-ending cycle." John Garrido has built the Garrido Stray Rescue Foundation after taking in strays from the streets and trying to reunite them with the owners. It is working and he is already seeing other districts implement it as well. It could be a game-changer for the future of Chicago's animals. John...
2018-09-1124 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchAndreana with Arrfscarf and Blooming CultureCBD for animals, ice cream for animals. Andreana has brilliantly made amazing products because she cares and she does the research. Soooo many people ask me about CBD-this podcast is for you. She is a wealth of knowledge and is hitting the market with Blooming Culture at a PERFECT time. Raise the Woof is presented by Fetch Pet Care Chicago (fetchpetcare.com). For more information: https://bloomingculture.com/blogs/news/raise-the-woof-podcast-extended-a-deeper-dive-into-cbd-for-your-pets
2018-09-0424 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchJodie JeanJodie Jean of Woof Gang Rescue often gets the challenge of rehabbing dogs no one else wants and she is magical as she gets them trained and adopted so quickly, leaving us all in awe. She also runs an amazing rescue called Woof Gang Rescue and her favorite story will surely leave you in tears. Raise the Woof is presented by Fetch Pet Care, for more information: fetchpetcare.com.
2018-08-2826 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchTiffany Fraley with Be's Fido's Friend"If you are not helping a problem, you are part of a problem." "Raise the Woof" presented by Fetch Pet Care with Tiffany of Be Fido's Friend. She is senior dog extraordinaire and has aptly named her house the Fraley Senior Dog Center. Tiffany is a true gem and I am lucky to call her a friend.
2018-08-2118 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchPeace for Pits Megan and Malena"In life if there is anything you want to do, you will figure out a way to make time for it." Peace for Pits slogan "Kindness is Greatness" is one to live by and they do SO MUCH GOOD in Chicago and beyond. For Mike and Megan, building a sense of community is just as important as saving dogs. They also have a 5-year-old daughter spreading love and knowledge about their mission and Malena joined the podcast this week and definitely has a future in podcasting! She is a gem!
2018-08-1428 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchRaise the Woof: All The Animals Social Club The newly-formed ATA Social Club is changing lives by assisting animal organizations that need their help. Organizing events and benefits to help the Chicago community is at their core and with great experience and contacts, they are braced to make a longstanding impact.
2018-08-0720 min2018-07-3109 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchRaise the Woof: Elliott Serrano-Community Program Manager at Anti-Cruelty Society"He was living in the basement. The fur was all gray and black and he was a white cat." I have never seen a more neglected animal and I have seen a lot. Sinbad the Cat is famous because of his amazing transformation. How he was found and how he is doing now is such a great story. Elliott Serrano, Sinbad's dad, the Community Program Manager at Anti Cruelty joins Raise the Woof today and boy was he a fun guest. Thanks E!
2018-07-2432 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchRoo Yori of American Ninja Warrior and Wallace the Pitbull Foundation"I think it is important to put the dogs out there. Let them speak for themselves through their actions. I think sometimes we get in their way." Roo Yori has an amazing platform for rescue dogs and pit bulls. He does not take it lightly. The American Ninja Warrior is brilliant when it comes to getting the work out about his Foundation and adopting from shelters. He is a GREAT guest.
2018-07-1724 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchJon Mancinetti, Loss and FoundA great conversation with Jon Mancinetti of Mancinetti Pictures. "Loss and Found" (LossandFoundMovie.com) is a true comedic story about Jon losing his best friend, his dog Russell and how that launched him into a world of fostering and dog rescue. We will be joined by the Filmmaker for a special benefit screening of the film THIS THURSDAY July 12 at Patio Theater in Chicago. 7pm: opening reception 8pm: film 9pm: after party and raffle $15/person $25 for VIP tickets that include vip seating, popcorn and non-alcoholic drink Link: https://the...
2018-07-1123 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchHeather Owen and Sarah Lauch talk about the future of CACC after the Director was firedChicago Animal Care and Control is one of the most important city-run organizations. Yet, a few weeks ago, without warning they fired what many thought was the best Director in decades. A shit storm ensued and we are trying to sort everything out to be sure people understand WHAT is going on and HOW they can help. Oh, and would Heather ever apply for the Director job? The answer made me giggle.
2018-07-1024 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchHeather Owen and Sarah Lauch talk about the future of CACC after the Director was firedChicago Animal Care and Control is one of the most important city-run organizations. Yet, a few weeks ago, without warning they fired what many thought was the best Director in decades. A shit storm ensued and we are trying to sort everything out to be sure people understand WHAT is going on and HOW they can help. Oh, and would Heather ever apply for the Director job? The answer made me giggle.
2018-07-1024 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchRescue in Style's Christine Nendick"I thought of this all in bed at 11pm. I was scrolling through instagram and thought 'this would be a great platform for fashion and a rescue dog' and it was uncomfortable at first because I am not a model." Well, this is the first time the "t" word has been dropped in the podcast. Haaaa. When I first saw Rescue in Style's instagram, I was confused. But once I learned about what she was doing, I realized it was brilliant. She is a great human and an amazing podcast guest. You will love this one...
2018-07-0323 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchRaise the Woof: SteveSteve. What is up with Steve, the new resident dog?
2018-06-2609 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchRaise the Woof: Dog Rescuer/Puppy Mill Battler Peggy Grandahl"Most people do not know. We think everyone knows. They do not. Many people are horrified to see where these puppies come from." Peggy Grandahl of Paws Crossed Rescue Resource, has had a lot of experience with dog rescue, fighting puppy mills, changing legislature and is at the front lines of closing down mills and stores one by one. She is an inspiration.
2018-06-0523 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchCertified Dog Trainer, Behavior Specialist Yvonne Feeney"They aren't houseplants." Yvonne Feeney is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, CPDT-KA, Canine Good Citizen Evaluator and Behavior Specialist and has so much amazing pet experience. She has an amazing heart and rarely says "no." Many important notes in this podcast about how you can make a better life for you and your pet.
2018-05-2920 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchRaise the Woof: Matt Nelson of We Rate Dogs"There is thought put into every word. Each word has intent. It is a challenge." Matt Nelson of We Rate Dogs and Thoughts of Dog dropped out of school to run a Twitter account. Well, maybe it is not that simple. It isn't and as you hear on this podcast, Matt is brilliant and created a must-follow account that he was able to monetize using something everyone loves-DOGS! With millions of followers, the pressure to be great can be immense, but he has studied his audience and has made the perfect formula that simply puts smiles on...
2018-05-2225 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchRaise the Woof: Dana McCormick"You have to give them time and space. If I met you and came up and kissed you on the face you may be like 'hey, I am in my bubble here. That is a little intense.' It is no different for animals." Dana takes the animals no one else wants. She is an extraordinary foster and gives some great advice in this podcast. Fostering is not easy, but it is so rewarding and it is VERY beneficial to hear from someone who has been through SO MUCH. She takes the old, the broken, and the ones with b...
2018-05-1538 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchRaise the Woof: Q & A with Sarah LauchWhen you have been burned by a rescue, how do you jump back into the pool? Any advice for someone just starting in the rescue world? Are you keeping Mac? Wow! You all brought the questions. Some a bit tough to answer, but I gave it my best! A longer podcast because I wanted to answer everyone that asked a question. Thank you for submitting so many great ones.
2018-05-0838 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchRaise the Woof: Q & A with Sarah LauchWhen you have been burned by a rescue, how do you jump back into the pool? Any advice for someone just starting in the rescue world? Are you keeping Mac? Wow! You all brought the questions. Some a bit tough to answer, but I gave it my best! A longer podcast because I wanted to answer everyone that asked a question. Thank you for submitting so many great ones.
2018-05-0838 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchChicago Animal Care and Control Executive Director Susan Russel and Found of One Tail at Time Heather OwenSusan Russell, the Executive Director of Chicago Animal Care and Control and Heather Owen, Founder of One Tail at a Time animal rescue join me to discuss a plethora of topics including the flu, euthanasia, fostering and so much more. Things get a tad heated when we discuss why more women are immersed if rescue, but it is a great debate and one we would like to explore further. I enjoyed the live element of the broadcast and I think you will too.
2018-04-301h 06Unmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchAuthor and Animal Advocate Arin GreenwoodAuthor and Animal Advocate Arin Greenwood has a brand new book out called "Your Robot Dog Will Die." We discuss how the idea came about and all the parallels to the rescue world. It is a great read and she is a brilliant writer. Go snag your copy here: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Robot-Dog-Will-Die/dp/1616958391
2018-04-1720 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchRaise the Woof: Stephanie DorisWhen Stephanie Doris saw Nana, she knew she had to have her. She dropped everything and went and scooped her up. Nana quickly became an internet sensation after her ears were removed because of a very bad crop job. She is an amazing ambassador for the breed, as is her mom.
2018-04-1025 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchRaise the Woof: Rest in Peace Dana DeutschDana was my friend. She was a friend to so many. But especially to the animals. Her face lit up when she looked into the eyes of an animal. Cancer is awful. It took away a woman making a huge difference to sooo many. I will miss you Dana. So many will. This is a replay of the podcast that I did with her a few months ago. I love to hear her voice and learn from her. Each of us can take a little something away from the legacy that she left. Her shoes ca...
2018-03-2033 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchRaise the Woof: John Schippman"Our relationship was better after you quit the transfer team." He is right. I am mad it took me so long to realize how much of a time suck that was, but I am so grateful for everything I learned at Chicago Animal Care and Control. Schipp is kind of shy about putting our lives out there, but he was a great guest. "I try to help Sarah think with her head and not her heart." Sometimes I am clouded by the passion to save an animal, when in reality it may not be the best. Schipp is always...
2017-05-3026 minUnmuzzled: A Pawdcast with Sarah LauchRaise the Woof: John Schippman"Our relationship was better after you quit the transfer team." He is right. I am mad it took me so long to realize how much of a time suck that was, but I am so grateful for everything I learned at Chicago Animal Care and Control. Schipp is kind of shy about putting our lives out there, but he was a great guest. "I try to help Sarah think with her head and not her heart." Sometimes I am clouded by the passion to save an animal, when in reality it may not be the best. Schipp is always...
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