#16: How a group of dog-loving friends 35 years ago came together with a shared passion... their love of animals and changing how they are rescued

Dr Scott is joined by Front of the Pack’s Anthony Almada - a biochemist and supplement pioneer using his knowledge to transform dog bowls across the globe and guide pet parents along the way. Podcast production by Cofruition // Intro music credits: "That's My Boy" by David Francisco // Learn more about Front Of The Pack at www.fotp.com

Doctor Scott is taking a well-earned rest this week, so we thought the time was right to highlight one of our favourite episodes so far. Film producer Kristin Burr has been working on Cruella, Disney's latest take on the villain of childhood favourite 101 Dalmatians, which releases in just a week's time on May 28th. Kristin and Scott actually met in London during filming when Kristin's dog Roscoe needed surgery. Podcast production by Cofruition // Intro music credits: "That's My Boy" by David Francisco // Learn more about Front Of The Pack at www.fotp.com

Their love of rescuing animals was what brought the group of friends together almost four decades ago... and now they have one mission: to stop ALL animal shelters in the United States from killing any healthy or treatable animals by 2025. Dr. Scott finds out all about the Best Friends Animal Society with co-founders Francis and Silva Battista Podcast production by Cofruition // Intro music credits: ""That's My Boy"" by David Francisco // Learn more about Front Of The Pack at www.fotp.com

Trailblazer of the veterinarian world, Dr. Jamie Peyton, shares how out-the-box thinking has helped changed the treatment of animals caught in wildfires; and tells all about her heart-dog German Sheppard.  Podcast production by Cofruition // Intro music credits: "That's My Boy" by David Francisco // Learn more about Front Of The Pack at www.fotp.com

Having grown up adoring both animals and the power of books; best-selling kids author, Deborah Guarino, tells Dr. Scott about how combining the two led to one of the most loved pieces of children's literature that went on to be Prince Harry's son's favourite books! Podcast production by Cofruition // Intro music credits: "That's My Boy" by David Francisco // Learn more about Front Of The Pack at www.fotp.com

"From catwalk to sidewalk, manicures to glitter tattoos, celebrity dog groomer Jorge Bendersky tells Dr Scott about his journey pampering pooches - from the pups of the most a-list of people to those rescued in shelters - and gives the inside scoop on new ABC show Pooch Perfect.  Podcast production by Cofruition // Intro music credits: "That's My Boy" by David Francisco // Learn more about Front Of The Pack at www.fotp.com"

From dogs to escargot - Ingrid Newkirk, president of the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), shares with Dr. Scott how animals have shaped her life, how her brother was in fact a four-legged friend growing up and delves into the work of PETA and all that it stands for.  Podcast production by Cofruition // Intro music credits: "That's My Boy" by David Francisco // Learn more about Front Of The Pack at www.fotp.com

From fighting the dog meat trade to advising the US Government on animal welfare policy, Dr. Scott is joined by Jeff Flocken, President of Humane Society International to find out about life working to protect all animals and hear the story of a rescue dog, Chewy. Podcast production by Cofruition // Intro music credits: "That's My Boy" by David Francisco // Learn more about Front Of The Pack at www.fotp.com

When one TV host meets another - Dr. Scott speaks with broadcaster and model Asha Leo about life with an Insta-famous pup, Pirate, and how they are trying to challenge and change perceptions around Bully breeds. Podcast production by Cofruition // Intro music credits: "That's My Boy" by David Francisco // Learn more about Front Of The Pack at www.fotp.com

After swapping breaking news for barks and bow-wows, Dr Scott finds out how dog expert and animal lovers' match maker, Sheryl Matthys, has been helping puppy love lead to human love. Podcast production by Cofruition // Intro music credits: "That's My Boy" by David Francisco // Learn more about Front Of The Pack at www.fotp.com