The Foster Files - Stories about Animal Rescue and Welfare
On The Foster Files we are telling stories about adoptable animals and the people who save them. Our focus will be on highlighting adoptable animals while discussing the joys, struggles, highs and heartbreaks of choosing to foster animals in need. You can expect to hear about training, rehabilitating, adoption and rescue stories, and animal welfare issues and concerns all while learning about animals in your community who need a home. Who knows, maybe you'll find your next great love
Podcasting since 2025 • 38 episodes
The Foster Files - Stories about Animal Rescue and Welfare
Latest Episodes
A Reminder to Care for Yourself So You Can Care for Others
This week the organization I work with lost an important member to suicide. This episode about Compassion Fatigue with Jennifer Blough is a great listen and can help you learn the tools you need to protect yourself in this hard and demanding wo...
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Episode 38
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56:46
The Hidden Connection Between the Welfare of People and the Welfare of Animals
Most animal advocates focus solely on habitats and laws — but understanding how political change happens can turn passion into real victories.In this episode, Ali Feldman Taylor, founder of Voters for Animal Rights, reveals the secret strat...
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Episode 37
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37:31
How Toxic Language in Animal Rescue Hurts Everyone
In this heartfelt episode, Kelly is joined by Kayla Powers, a passionate animal foster in Asheville, North Carolina, who shares her journey, honest insights into rescue life, and practical tips for fostering and advocating for animals. They exp...
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Episode 36
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52:05
The Turtle Hospital with Bette Zirkelbach
Most of what threatens sea turtles today comes down to human impact — but what if your small daily choices could make a BIG difference? In this eye-opening episode, Bette Zirkelbach, General Manager of the Turtle Hospital in the Florida Keys, r...
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Episode 35
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48:46
Pets for Vets with Clarissa Black
Pets for Vets Founder and CEO, Clarissa Black, tells Kelly about the important work they're doing to connect shelter pets and veterans across the country. Through intentional training they help veterans form a SuperBond with their pets so they ...
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Episode 34
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48:38