The Circle of the Panda Podcast
Circle of the Panda is a podcast about rising, rebuilding, and leading with purpose. Host JD Ross sits down with leaders, entrepreneurs, and everyday fighters to talk faith, business, mindset, and what it really takes to get back up when life knocks you down.
Whether you’re growing your leadership, navigating challenges, or fighting your own battles, these conversations will encourage you forward and point you toward truth.
The Circle of the Panda Podcast
Dogs - Our Companions - Marilyn Doss
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In this heartwarming episode of the Circle of the Panda podcast, JD talks with long‑time friend and dog groomer Marilyn Doss about how following her love for dogs led her out of an unfulfilling office career and into work that gives her deep joy and purpose. Marilyn shares how grooming became her calling, why she prefers working with dogs over “people with attitudes,” and how she gives back by grooming shelter and rescue dogs for free as they transition into new homes.
She tells the moving story of a neglected long‑haired dachshund who became the dog of her life, what it was like to lose him, and why the bond between people and dogs can feel as strong as family. Through stories of homeless individuals who feed their dogs before themselves and of matching rescued dogs with grieving owners, Marilyn paints a picture of dogs as companions, healers, and “God’s gift to humanity” who remind us what unconditional love looks like.
