Welcome to Pawtastic Friends—The Paw Talk. In this podcast, host Tom Fox will visit with Michael and Melissa Novelli, co-founders of Pawtastic Friends, as well as those who work with them at Pawtastic Friends. Michael and Melissa are dedicated to helping shelter and rescue dogs in the Las Vegas area become more adaptable through enrichment training and activities such as yoga and aquatics training, as well as obedience and agility. This podcast is sure to tug on your heartstrings; just listen to how sweet this one dog is! Tune in now to hear more from Michael and Melissa Novelli as they discuss their passion for helping pups in need. Get ready for an exciting episode of Pawtastic Friends: The Paw Talk!
In this episode of The Paw Talk podcast, hosts Tom Fox, Michael, and Melissa Novelli share heartwarming stories and provide practical advice for pet owners. One episode discusses the dedication of friends and volunteers to finding a loving home for Alex, a dog who lost his owner to cancer. Another episode explores the deep bond between humans and their dogs, emphasizing the grief and loyalty experienced by dogs when they lose their human companions. The hosts also discuss the challenges faced by larger dogs in finding adoptive homes. In a separate episode, the team discusses the topic of introducing dogs to water, emphasizing safety and understanding each dog’s preferences. The podcast provides valuable insights and resources for pet owners while highlighting the importance of finding forever homes for dogs in need.
Dogs Featured:
- Alex
- Sam
- Charley
Quotes:
“But it was just amazing how this team really rallied for him.”
“They grieve just like we do, and it takes time to build their spirits up. And that’s what Pawtastic Friends does. It gives dogs hope, and it gives them a new beginning. And that faith that, hey, things are going to change.”
“But safety is number one. Always a life jacket. Even like with humans, wear life jackets and be very cautious of pool covers because if they don’t know that it’s a pool cover and they step on there and they’re not being attended to, all it takes is for a second, just like a child to drown, a dog to drown.”
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