Maria spoke with Sally Williams, Founder and Director of The Brodie Fund, which offers grants to pet owners whose pets have been diagnosed with cancer and can’t afford the treatment. Get more info at thebrodiefund.org November is Pet Cancer Awareness Month. And remember #AdoptDontShop
Maria spoke with Jane Hoffman, President of The Mayor’s Alliance for NYC’s Animals, which is an umbrella organization with over 150 rescues and shelters. They talked about the upcoming Whiskers in Wonderland and how you can help animals in your community. Rescue is a national cause! Remember #AdoptDontShop
Maria speaks with Dr. Andrea Sanchez of Banfield Pet Hospital about canine flu. They discuss the signs to look for in case your dog has been exposed to canine flu, plus how to protect your dog from getting it. Subscribe so you don't miss an episode. #AdoptDontStop
Maria Milito talks to Stephen Wells, Executive Director of The Animal Legal Defense Fund. They discuss Tony the Tiger, (who recently passed away), a Siberian-Bengal tiger on display at a Tiger Truck Stop in Louisiana; the Puppy Mill Ban Bill in California; Ag-Gag Laws; plus other campaigns and victories. Learn more at aldf.org. #AdoptDontShop
I spoke with Sean Casey, founder of Sean Casey Animal Rescue (SCAR) in Brooklyn, NY, about how the shelter began as a hobby and grew into a facility that has rescued over 8,000 animals from the city shelter. Plus the 10th Annual Howl–O-Ween Bark Block Party (which I’m MC’ing!) is this Sunday, Oct. 22, and everyone is invited! #AdoptDontShop
I spoke with Audrey Hendler, founder and executive director of A Fair Shake For Youth. Her organization offers NYC middle school students hands-on experience with therapy dogs, which in turn helps the kids with whatever troubles them. If you think your dog would be a great therapy dog, contact volunteer@afairshakeforyouth.org
I spoke with Warrior Canine Connection Executive Director and Founder Rick Yount, an Air Force Veteran and Intern Trainer Ricky Gall. They explained how their program helps returning soldiers who have PTSD and other injuries return to civilian life by training service dogs for veterans. Nineteen dogs are graduating on Saturday, Oct. 7! Please subscribe and #AdoptDontShop.
Toni Bodon, co-founder of Stray From The Heart, and I discuss how her organization focuses on rescuing dogs from Puerto Rico, Ecuador and Mexico (before the hurricanes). We also talk about Best Friend’s “Strut Your Mutt” event in cities across the country this October. Subscribe so you don't miss an episode of 'Maria's Mutts & Stuff'! #AdoptDontShop
Paul Shapiro, VP of Policy Engagement HSUS, and Maria discuss placing Harvey dogs; animal protection bills, his forthcoming book 'Clean Meat,' and how each of us can help animals in simple ways. Subscribe so you don't miss an episode! #AdoptDontShop.
Maria Milito talks to Carl Zive, founder of Carl's Calm Canines and president of Halfway Hounds rescue. We discuss the two organizations, common problems dog owners deal with as well as Halfway Hounds' upcoming 5K run/walk. Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode of 'Maria's Mutts and Stuff.' And, as always, #AdoptDontShop!
Maria Milito is joined by North Shore Animal League's Jayne Vitale and Max Eisenberg who talk about their Mutt-i-grees Curriculum, which helps build calm, caring and confident kids. Subscribe so you don't miss an episode of 'Maria's Mutts & Stuff,' and remember, #AdoptDontShop!
Maria Milito talks to Phyllis Taiano, founder of Four Paws Sake NYC, about how we can help pets who are homeless because of Hurricane Harvey. Subscribe so you don't miss an episode of 'Maria's Mutts & Stuff.' And remember, #AdoptDontShop!
Maria Milito is joined by Susan Brandt, founder of Rational Animal. We talk about Rational Animal's past projects, and its current campaign to prevent dog stealing. Rational Animal has a new PSA to raise awareness about dog stealing (and how to prevent it). The PSA premieres this Saturday, Aug. 26th, National Dog Day, at The Morrison Hotel, and it will air on local TV. Please subscribe and #AdoptDontShop!
