TOP DOG PODCAST
Presented by Doobert
Join host Chris Roy on the Top Dog Podcast as he talks with inspiring animal welfare leaders. Through insightful conversations, we learn about their unique journeys, their positive community impact, and the invaluable lessons they would share. Our mission is clear: to elevate leadership and empower the entire animal rescue movement.
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Dara Worthington | Building a Shelter Where Every Animal Matters
Dara Worthington shares how thoughtful leadership, community support, and a commitment to seeing the potential in every animal have helped Friends of Strays grow into one of Florida’s most impactful shelter organizations.
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Nicole Navarro | The Unexpected Therapy of a Fox Sanctuary
Nicole Navarro shares how a small fox sanctuary in the Florida Keys evolved into a unique healing space where rescued foxes help survivors of trauma, addiction, and hardship discover hope, boundaries, and resilience.
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Kerri Burns | From Disaster Response to Animal Welfare Leadership
Kerri Burns shares how a career spanning disaster response, animal welfare leadership, and community service taught her that the future of animal welfare depends on collaboration, compassion, and putting people first.
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Alexis Fine | Building Strong Teams to Save More Animals
Alexis Fine shares how investing in staff, building strong community partnerships, and leading with compassion has helped Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter create better outcomes for animals and the people who care for them.
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Kate Hurley | Bringing Shelter Medicine Out of the Dark
Starting as an animal control officer before becoming a veterinarian, Kate witnessed firsthand how shelters often lacked the medical knowledge, resources, and systems needed to properly care for animals.