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Raise the Woof: You Look Fetching groomer

Jenny 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

Felines 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

Raise the Woof: I am back

Quick Update

“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

Raise the Woof: Thank you

Why donate to Live Like Roo? 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

When 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. 

CBD 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

Pam Kaplan's personal experiences have led her down a path that many people desperately need. As a pet lose 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. 

As 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 Farm Sanctuary visits with me and she was so great. 

Raise the Woof: Stop Doing that Shi*

"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

Animal-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/