38. Heroes and Advocates: Honoring Veterans and Protecting Pets

In this heartfelt Veterans Day episode, Kristen and Chris spotlight the role of service dogs in veterans’ lives and the importance of humane advocacy. Today’s guests include Shannon Walker, founder of Northwest Battle Buddies, who shares her journey providing life-saving service dogs to veterans with PTSD. Our second guest, Brad Pyle, Political Director of the Humane Society Legislative Fund, discusses how animal advocacy intersects with public policy and how listeners can support pro-animal legislation. The episode wraps up with pet product recommendations and audience questions.

Join us in celebrating the powerful bond between pets and their people on this special day of gratitude!

Special Guests:
Shannon Walker, CEO & Founder of Northwest Battle Buddies
Brad Pyle, Political Director of the Humane Society Legislative Fund

Pet Product Recommendations:
Healthy Paws Pet Insurance https://www.healthypawspetinsurance.com/
Costco Kirkland Dental Chews - https://www.costco.com/kirkland-signature-dental-chews%2C-72-count.product.100234581.html


Q&A Topics:
“As the weather gets colder, my two dogs seem unhappy being outside for long, and it's becoming a challenge to give them enough exercise. What are some good options to keep them active and comfortable during the winter months?” (Tom from Minneapolis, MN)
“I’ve heard a lot about microchipping for cats, but my cat is indoors-only. Is it still necessary to microchip her, and if so, what are the benefits?” (Maria from San Diego, CA)

Related Links:
Northwest Battle Buddies - https://northwestbattlebuddies.org/
Humane Society Legislative Fund https://hslf.org/
A Makeshift Goldfish Pond Beneath a Leaky Brooklyn Fire Hydrant is Reborn in a Tree Bed
https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/new-york/articles/2024-11-01/a-makeshift-goldfish-pond-beneath-a-leaky-brooklyn-fire-hydrant-is-reborn-in-a-tree-bed

The SAVES Act https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/2067/text
Shannon Walker’s TEDx Talk: PTSD and Service Dogs: Beneath The Surface https://www.ted.com/talks/shannon_walker_ptsd_and_service_dogs_beneath_the_surface?subtitle=en

Social Channels:
Follow Northwest Battle Buddies onhttps://www.instagram.com/northwestbattlebuddies, https://www.facebook.com/NorthwestBattleBuddies/ & https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-T7QmOqo20RIRvzhe9ZEmQ

Follow the Humane Society Legislative Fund on https://www.facebook.com/humanelegislation, https://x.com/hslegfund & https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfnqwj6pe1vLeEaBFmFhRhQ

Follow Pets Add Life on https://www.instagram.com/petsaddlife/, https://www.facebook.com/PetsAddLife/, https://www.tiktok.com/@petsaddlife, https://twitter.com/PetsAddLife, https://www.youtube.com/user/PetsAddLife

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Submit your questions to the podcast here. https://petsaddlife.org/podcast
Presented by the American Pet Products Association (APPA) & DOGTV
This episode is a tribute to those who serve and a reminder of the incredible bond between people and pets.

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#Veterans_Day #Service_Dogs_for_Veterans #PTSD_support_dogs #Shannon_Walker #Northwest_Battle_Buddies #Humane_Society_Legislative_Fund #Brad_Pyle #Animal_Advocacy #Animal_Welfare #Pets_Add_Life #Service_Dogs_and_Veterans #Dogs_for_PTSD #Therapy_Dogs #Animal_Legislation #Pet_Protection_Laws #Veterans_Day_Special #Supporting_Veterans_with_Pets #American_Pet_Products_Association #DOGTV #Pet_Podcast

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