Episode 117 – Melanie Sadek
Melanie Sadek is the Executive Director of Valley Humane Society. She has worked in both for-profit and non-profit environments, including 11 years of corporate and small business management. As manager of the traffic safety department for the California State Automobile Association, Melanie worked to develop education and outreach programs [...]
Episode 121 – Tom Van Winkle
Tom believes that the most important part of their job is to repair and strengthen the bond between humans and their pets. The mission at Hinsdale Humane Society is to eradicate animal homelessness by providing a temporary safe haven for homeless animals until a forever family can be located [...]
Episode 120 – Shannon Reedy
Shannon Reedy is a zoo professional with nearly 26 years of experience. She is currently the Education Specialist with the Miller Park Zoo in Bloomington, IL where they have over 6,500 individuals in their programs with approximately 250 students participating in their Junior Zookeeper program each year. She believes it’s [...]
Episode 119 – Dr. Jennifer Conrad
Dr. Jennifer Conrad is a passionate animal welfare advocate who has cared for wildlife on six continents for over two decades. Currently, Dr. Conrad’s professional responsibilities are divided between working with nonprofit wildlife sanctuaries for unwanted and abused animals in southern California and administering her own company, Vet to the [...]
Episode 118 – Shannon Glenn
Shannon is passionate about helping people and animals & keeping pets with their families. She has a background in fundraising, community outreach and policy creation which help her to grow and continue helping those who need it most. My Pit Bull Is Family (MPBIF) focuses on providing resources to families [...]
Episode 116 – Erica Plowman
Erica Plowman, a flight attendant with Southwest Airlines and has taken her flight experience to a whole new level by co-founding SWATT (Southwest Animal Transport Team) where she and her partner Elaine Brown and over 1,100 volunteers donate their time to rescue animals. They collaborate with Fosters, no-kill shelters [...]
DIY Peanut Butter Bacon Dog Treats
Don't you think your pup deserves some good tasting treats? Let them indulge in these goodies! Ingredients 1 cup (255g) natural creamy peanut butter 3/4 cup (180ml) nonfat milk 1 large egg or 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce 2 cups (244g) whole wheat flour* 1 Tablespoon baking powder 1/3 cup (30g) oats* 2–3 strips cooked bacon, chopped Instructions Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line two large [...]
DIY Wiffle Ball Treat Holder
Wiffle Ball Treat Holder Would you like to give your pet something fun to play with while also giving them a tasty treat? Well, then this wiffle ball treat holder is the perfect DIY for you and your companion, plus it is super easy and simple to make. These can [...]
