The Foster Files
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
Episodes
18 episodes
Please don't hump me
As we approach the months filled with cabin fever, Kelly thought it would be a great time to talk about unwanted behavior from excited dogs. Lauren from Choose Wisely Dog Training offers some easy, actionable tips when your dog is jumping, bark...
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Episode 18
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29:44
The Ins and Outs of Animal Shelters
Danielle, Shelter Administrator and Foster Coordinator of Animal Protectors of Allegheny Valley joins the podcast to talk all things animal shelters. If you ever wondered why adoption fees are a few hundred dollars, or how shelters care for the...
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Episode 17
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45:38
Birds of a Feather
Branching out from the usual content about dogs and cats, Kelly learns all about bird welfare! Joined by Jenna from Soaring Spirits Sanctuary she hears the good, bad and ugly about why birds shouldn't have been domesticated in the first place&n...
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Episode 16
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45:21
Straight Up Dog Talk
Fellow podcaster, Em, visits Kelly to talk everything dog! A dog trainer and nutritionist Em brings her wealth of knowledge, compassion for animals as well as practical tips that can help you improve your dog's overall well being. After you lis...
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Episode 15
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55:32
Rescued by Hope
On this episode Kelly talks to Janine Guido, the founder of Speranza Animal Rescue in Mechanicsburg, PA about her journey in rescue, the animal welfare act she helped bring into law, and her new book, Rescued by Hope. Janine's story is...
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Episode 13
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43:51
Duolingo for Dogs
If you're looking for ways to translate your dog's body language, this is the episode for you! Back on the pod is Lauren from Choose Wisely Dog Training to give us tips on how to listen to what our dog is telling us, without any words.
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Episode 12
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36:26
Finding Humanity in Humane Cases with Heather B.
Some of the hardest cases that a rescue will face begin with animal cruelty and neglect. Heather B, a fellow volunteer with Cross Your Paws, takes the time to talk to Kelly about how she finds it in herself to keep facing these heartbreaking ca...
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Episode 11
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44:01
Other Ways to Rescue
Kelly talks to a friend, Cheyenne, who does great work in rescue without always fostering. Her experience as a volunteer with Animal Protectors of Allegheny Valley has changed the day to day life of dozens of dogs in need. animalpro...
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Episode 10
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30:31
Intro to Fostering
Taking a little time to discuss Fostering 101, Kelly breaks down the steps you need to take to be as successful as possible when fostering a new dog. After that, she talks about the importance of the 3-3-3 rule in setting yourself, and the dog,...
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Episode 9
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28:54
Walk it Out
Ever wonder what the secret to peace with a dog is? It's probably simpler than you think and in episode 8 Kelly breaks down her tried and true recipe for Utopia with dogs, long and frequent walkies.
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Episode 8
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33:13
It's Not Always Wagging Tails and Happy Dogs
After a failed Meet and Greet, Kelly sat down to talk about one of the hardest aspects of fostering, whether or not the dog is adoptable. This short episode gives an update on Max, what happened, and how fostering him could possibly move forwar...
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Episode 7
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18:57
Lauren Knows Best
Lauren from Choose Wisely Training joins Kelly on the podcast to talk training tips, the most common mistakes dog owners make, and the four things every training session needs. Show Notes and Links:
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Episode 6
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40:05
Trap Queens
This week Kelly talks to Monica & Bobbi, local volunteers who spend their days finding and reuniting lost dogs in Western PA. Tune in to learn what to do if your dog goes missing, how to prevent your dog from getting lost, and how you can s...
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Episode 5
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40:06
Crissy & Arthur
A special interview where Kelly talks to a friend about her journey in fostering, her advice for others, and the special dog she's caring for now.
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Episode 4
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37:27
What to Expect When Expecting.... A Foster
This episode explores why fostering is so important, the statistics behind the need for more fosters, and what you can look forward to as you prepare to welcome your first foster animal.
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33:41