Ep. 140 - Meghan Lehman and the State of Shelter Pet Adoption Report

This week I talk with Meghan Lehman, Shelter Brand Manager, at Hill's Pet Nutrition. Meghan joined Hill’s Pet Nutrition in 2025 to lead the Hill’s Food, Shelter & Love program. Leveraging extensive experience across both the animal shelter and corporate sectors, she focuses on developing high-impact strategies that drive growth, strong partnership development, marketing engagement, and social good. We discuss this year's results of the State of Shelter Pet Adoption Report, some surprising findings, and how anyone can help shelter pets regardless of  your circumstances. To learn more about the State of Shelter Pet Adoption Report go to www.hillspet.com/shelter-program. While you are there, you can also find a shelter near you!Sponsor:LIX - check out www.lixpetwellness.com to learn more about CBD for pets. Use code Rescuepod20 for 20% off your first order! Thanks for listening! If you liked what you heard, please rate, review, and subscribe. If you have ideas for future guests please email me at [email protected] or follow me @theanimalrescuepod on Instagram. You can also learn more about the organizations I interview and how to listen/watch at www.theanimalrescuepodcast.my.canva.site

This week I talk with Kimberly Haley-Coleman, founder of Globe Aware, an organization that coordinates volunteer opportunities in countries around the world. We discuss how the organization got started, the types of programs they arrange, and how you can get involved. To learn more about Globe Aware you can find them online at www.globeaware.org or on social media @globeaware. You can also give them a call to ask more specific questions about the work they do: 877-LUV-GLOBE or 877-588-4562.#community #volunteer #animalwelfare #givebackSponsor:LIX - check out www.lixpetwellness.com to learn more about CBD for pets. Use code Rescuepod20 for 20% off your first order! Thanks for listening! If you liked what you heard, please rate, review, and subscribe. If you have ideas for future guests please email me at [email protected] or follow me @theanimalrescuepod on Instagram. You can also learn more about the organizations I interview and how to listen/watch at www.theanimalrescuepodcast.my.canva.site

Project AnimalAid is back, this time with Executive Director Meghan Curtis. We get her perspective of the evolution of the organization and the groups they have been able to help over the years. When it comes to product donations I don't always think creatively about how they can be used, but these organizations they donate to are able to find new ways to use things that may be imperfect or nearly expired. We also discuss The Great Paw Walk, their latest fundraiser to help raise money for all of the wonderful work they do to both support animals and the environment. To learn more about Project AnimalAid you can go to www.projectanimalaid.org or find them on social media! Sponsor:LIX - check out www.lixpetwellness.com to learn more about CBD for pets. Use code Rescuepod20 for 20% off your first order! Thanks for listening! If you liked what you heard, please rate, review, and subscribe. If you have ideas for future guests please email me at [email protected] or follow me @theanimalrescuepod on Instagram. You can also learn more about the organizations I interview and how to listen/watch at www.theanimalrescuepodcast.my.canva.site

This week I talk with Dr. Kelly Curtin and Molly about their book "Molly and Potato". This is a sweet book that helps kids think and talk about their emotions and processing hard situations. It was so fun getting to interview Molly about her experience writing a book and what her plans are for future books. To learn more about "Molly and Potato" you can find them online at www.mollyandpotato.com. "Molly and Potato" is out now at booksellers everywhere, but if you are like me and prefer to support local bookshops you can also find it at www.bookshop.org!Sponsor:LIX - check out www.lixpetwellness.com to learn more about CBD for pets. Use code Rescuepod20 for 20% off your first order! Thanks for listening! If you liked what you heard, please rate, review, and subscribe. If you have ideas for future guests please email me at [email protected] or follow me @theanimalrescuepod on Instagram. You can also learn more about the organizations I interview and how to listen/watch at www.theanimalrescuepodcast.my.canva.site

This week I talk with Arthur von Wiesenberger about his show AnimalZone. But first, we cover his history in animal welfare, starting as a young child. As an adult he managed to pursue the things he loves most, food, beverages, travel, and animal welfare. While these may not seem connected at face value, we see how he has been able to blend them together in the work he is doing now. Currently, as executive producer of AnimalZone, he is able to highlight rescues and sanctuaries throughout the world. You can find AnimalZone on Pluto.tv, Tubi, and The Roku Channel, along with other platforms. You can learn more about the work Arthur is doing both with the show and other interviews online at www.animalzone.org. You can also find AnimalZone on social media @animalzoneshow. Sponsor:LIX - check out www.lixpetwellness.com to learn more about CBD for pets. Use code Rescuepod20 for 20% off your first order! Thanks for listening! If you liked what you heard, please rate, review, and subscribe. If you have ideas for future guests please email me at [email protected] or follow me @theanimalrescuepod on Instagram. You can also learn more about the organizations I interview and how to listen/watch at www.theanimalrescuepodcast.my.canva.site

This week I talk with Thomas Klein and Brooke Moreland of The Animal Alliance. We discuss what led them into the animal welfare world and how they are using their unique backgrounds to support communities across the globe. Currently they are working on The Community Engagement Program, a 6-week cohort-based program designed to bring community members together to participate in research and collaboration to further the support of animals in respective communities. To learn more about The Community Engagement Program or the spay/neuter initiatives they support you can check them out online at www.theanimalalliance.org or on social media @the.animal.alliance. Sponsor:LIX - check out www.lixpetwellness.com to learn more about CBD for pets. Use code Rescuepod20 for 20% off your first order! Thanks for listening! If you liked what you heard, please rate, review, and subscribe. If you have ideas for future guests please email me at [email protected] or follow me @theanimalrescuepod on Instagram. You can also learn more about the organizations I interview and how to listen/watch at www.theanimalrescuepodcast.my.canva.site

This week Nicole Navarro, founder of Pawsitive Beginnings, a fox sanctuary located in Key Largo, FL, joins us again to discuss some of the toxicity in animal welfare and rescue work and ways she takes care of herself to make sure she is able to continue doing the good work she is doing with the foxes and the community. She also shares about some new partnerships the santuary has formed, and a new little spitfire she has adopted. To learn more about Pawsitive Beginnings, how to help end the fur trade, or how to get involved you can find them at www.pawsitivebeginnings.org and on social media @pawsitive_beginnings_inc.Sponsor:LIX - check out www.lixpetwellness.com to learn more about CBD for pets. Use code Rescuepod20 for 20% off your first order! Thanks for listening! If you liked what you heard, please rate, review, and subscribe. If you have ideas for future guests please email me at [email protected] or follow me @theanimalrescuepod on Instagram. You can also learn more about the organizations I interview and how to listen/watch at www.theanimalrescuepodcast.my.canva.site

This week I talk with Charles Howard of Mountain Dog Products. We discuss how a life change led to the creation of, in my opinion, one of the greatest leashes ever. We also talk about the mission of sustainability and being environmentally friendly, that has led the company to where it is now. I have been using these leashes for a few years now and will not go back to any other leash. The quality and comfort is unmatched. Mountain Dog Products also puts their money where their mouth is with initiatives to support rescues and trainers. To learn more check out www.mountaindogproducts.com or on social media @mountaindogproducts.Sponsor:LIX - check out www.lixpetwellness.com to learn more about CBD for pets. Use code Rescuepod20 for 20% off your first order! Thanks for listening! If you liked what you heard, please rate, review, and subscribe. If you have ideas for future guests please email me at [email protected] or follow me @theanimalrescuepod on Instagram. You can also learn more about the organizations I interview and how to listen/watch at www.theanimalrescuepodcast.my.canva.site

This week I am joined by Don Levin, owner of the Chicago Wolves hockey team. Before we get into animal rescue, I first needed to learn a little bit more about professional and affiliate teams, always love learning! Then we discuss the work the Wolves have been doing with animal rescue over the last 20 years! From adoption events to community resources, they are a great example of what can happen when you support animals and the people who love them. To learn more check out www.chicagowolves.com or check them out on social media @chicagowolves. If you want to reach out to learn more about what it takes to set up events in your area you can email [email protected]. Sponsor:LIX - check out www.lixpetwellness.com to learn more about CBD for pets. Use code Rescuepod20 for 20% off your first order! Thanks for listening! If you liked what you heard, please rate, review, and subscribe. If you have ideas for future guests please email me at [email protected] or follow me @theanimalrescuepod on Instagram. You can also learn more about the organizations I interview and how to listen/watch at www.theanimalrescuepodcast.my.canva.site

Leif Cocks returns to talk about the ins and outs of rescuing and rehabilitating Orangutans, as well as typical behaviors in the wild. We also discuss easy ways you can get involved to help both local and global communities. If you are interested in setting up collectives in your area please check out www.theorangutanproject.org for resources in getting events going. You can learn more about Leif and his work at www.leifcocks.org or on social media @theorangutanproject.Sponsor:LIX - check out www.lixpetwellness.com to learn more about CBD for pets. Use code Rescuepod20 for 20% off your first order! Thanks for listening! If you liked what you heard, please rate, review, and subscribe. If you have ideas for future guests please email me at [email protected] or follow me @theanimalrescuepod on Instagram. You can also learn more about the organizations I interview and how to listen/watch at www.theanimalrescuepodcast.my.canva.site