Why should you become a foster parent? What’s in it for you? How do you get started? What can you do now if you can't foster yet?  

Things to listen for 

• How to become an animal foster 
• Why fostering is important 
• What’s in it for you
• How many animals enter the US shelter every year 
• The top reasons pets are surrendered to the shelter 
• What you need before you begin fostering
• 4 exciting animal related events going on in NYC this month 

On today’s episode, host Raquel Cid, a Career Coach and Dog/ Cat  foster in NYC shares what urged her to get involved with fostering after finding two abandoned dogs (a maltese and a dachshund) in the Bronx, and how you can become a  foster too.   

Resources mentioned

• Virtual Cat & Kitten Foster Orientation 11am ET : Sign up here 
• Virtual Foster Dog Orientation 1:30pm ET : here
• Dogs in ACC whose fee are waived during month of February  : here
• Boris and Horton Coffee Shop - Mobile adoption event : here

Connect with us:

IG : https://www.instagram.com/pawsandperros

Email: Bellarescueny@gmail.com 

How can you go about making a career transition without a formal background in the animal welfare industry? Why there is no such thing as failure, instead you learn to pivot.  How community can spearhead your business idea. Practical things to try to combat compassion fatigue, and much more!

Things to listen for 

• From a career in Finance to becoming an Adoption Coordinator
• How Christine combines Fashion and Animal Rescue
• How to be intentional with self care when it comes to preventing compassion fatigue
• Galgos, the dog breed you may have never heard of and their current battles in Spain
• From Dog lover to Owning 2 cats
• How to make a slow transition out of your role to your dream career

GUEST

Christine, from Rescue in Style created the first ever website to combine fashion and adoptable pets. After 9  years in finance, she transitioned to animal welfare full-time. She is an adoption coordinator at the Catcade, a foster mom, and has foster- failed with two cats and one rescue dog. She’s partnered with more than 75 organizations and featured over 500 animals in need.

Resources mentioned

• Christine’s blog: https://rescueinstyle.com/
• Christine’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/rescueinstyle/
• Catcade: https://www.instagram.com/thecatcade/
• Rescue Chicago : https://www.instagram.com/rescuechicago/
• Adopt a Galgo : https://www.instagram.com/adoptagalgo/

Connect with us:

IG :https://www.instagram.com/pawsandperros

Email: Bellarescueny@gmail.com 

 Did you know Donkeys are misunderstood? They have high emotional intelligence & Hoof Farrier Megan shares with us why Donkeys often don't get the care they need.  She also shares how she pivoted her business during the pandemic. 

What to listen for:

• What a day in the life of a Hoof Farrier looks like
• How and why Megan became a Donkey Farrier
• Why Donkeys are labeled as dangerous and the truth about their personalities 
• How she worked 7 months to gain a Mule’s trust 
• The power of patience when it comes to humans and animals
• Should you ride a donkey or horse while on vacation
• How food impacts an animal's behavior
• How Megan deals with compassion fatigue
• Megan has an upcoming show airing end of 2022!

GUEST

Holistic Hooves takes a wellness approach that you won’t find with many hoof care providers. Megan Hensley, AKA: The Donkey Farrier is about serving donkeys in a positive and educated light. She is equal parts farrier, educator and welfare advocate. There’s a beautiful intention to Megan that strives to improve lives, both human and donkey, through education, inspiration, empowerment and resources.

Links mentioned

Megan’s IG : https://www.instagram.com/holistichooves/
Megan's Course: https://www.holistichooves.com/classes

Connect with us:

IG :https://www.instagram.com/pawsandperros
Email: Bellarescueny@gmail.com 

How do you manifest your dreams? Why should you choose happiness over what's expected? 
What are the 3 things every freelancer must know? How do you start a pet photography business?

On today's episode with Pet Photographer Jen Hillenga,  we talk about 

•  How she manifested moving to NYC and starting a Pet Photography Business
• How action leads to success 
• How to make your dreams come true
• Why you should define what success looks like to you and not other people's definition of success
• How being in proximity to successful people makes you change what you believe is possible
• Why she adopted 2 dogs

Host: Raquel Cid a Latinx Career Coach and Animal Foster on a mission to inspire animal lovers to take action.  Follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/bellarescues/

GUEST: Jen Hillengay has been a professional photographer and creative director for over 25 years, she is now focused on creating commissioned printed photography celebrating the relationship between pups and their people! She serves the NYC area and locations worldwide by request. Though her work she also highlights a lot of dogs who are searching for their forever home.

Links mentioned

• https://www.instagram.com/thewaysofthedog/
• https://www.instagram.com/tailsofroccoandnala/

Want to hear about a specific topic?  Send me a DM at https://www.instagram.com/pawsandperros

Myths around Bats, Snakes and Vultures leave a lot of us afraid of these species . Turns out we are a collective, we cannot have one species without the other.

On today's episode with Sarah, we talk about why she loves Bats, how they save the USA Billions of dollars and how to help wildlife!

Listen out for 

1. The Truth about Bats , and how there would be no chocolate or tequila without them 
2. Why our ecosystem needs wildlife
3. What to do when you find a wild animal 
4. How Rockfish works with the community 
5. Why we need snakes, includes help with tick season
6. Why skunks are the best patients
7. Best acting award goes to Vultures and Possoms 
8. Where wildlife myths stem from 
9. Why you should keep Cats indoors 

Sarah Cooperman is a licensed wildlife rehabilitator at rockfish wildlife sanctuary in Virginia, USA.  They admit over 800 animals a year. Sarah run’s rockfish’s social media and education outreach initiatives.

Links mentioned : https://www.instagram.com/rockfishwildlifesanctuary/
https://www.tiktok.com/@rockfishwildlife

Host: Raquel Cid a Latinx Career Coach and Animal Foster on a mission to inspire animal lovers to take action. Follow us on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/pawsandperros

Founder Kelly Stackpole shares how she started Rising Starr Horse Rescue in Wilton Connecticut. She has over 2 decades of teaching and training horses at the national level. They save, rehabilitate and rehouse neglected and abused horses. 

Listen out for: 

1. How Kelly started Rising Starr Horse Rescue

2. Horses are a mirror to human emotions

3. What most people don't know about horses 

4. How to approach saving an animal 

5. How Rising Starr Helps first time horse owners 

6. How you can  get involved

7. Want to start a non profit? Kelly shares tips!

Host: Raquel Cid a Latinx Career Coach and Animal Foster on a mission to inspire animal lovers to take action.

Links
Rising Starr IG Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risingstarrhorserescue/

Keep up with Paws and Perros on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/pawsandperros

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Thank you for the gift of your time.

Sending you much love and light!

Your Host,
Raquel 

Ever thought of owning a dog in a wheel chair? Bella, a Dachshund has IVDD after she was used for breeding and then uncared for.  On today's episode host Raquel Cid chats with Sarah Teagle who foster failed with Bella. She shares  about her life with a special needs dog, 5 other dogs and her family!

• Bella's Story
• Life with a dog who has IVDD
• How does your everyday look like in caring for Bella
• How to decide if adopting a pet with special needs is for you
• 3 things people may not know about IVDD
• 3 tips to ensure a dog with IVDD is happy 

Timestamps

• 2:14 | I started Bella Rescues because..
• 3:58 | Dachshund Rescue Foundation
• 4:33 | Falling in love through photo 
• 5:07| Laying through the night to see what happens 
• 5:40| Emergency Foster Needed 
• 6:52| Fostering Failing the first day
• 7:07| Left with bladder infection for 4-6 weeks 
• 7:53| Bladder almost bursting
• 8:29| Used for breeding and then uncared for
• 9:07| What is IVDD
• 14:00 | Hand Expressing Urine
• 22:10 | Trying Wheels for the first time, pure joy 
• 23:21 | Best Dog Wheels Brand
• 24:59 | Prognosis with IVDD
• 26:00 | Barking like a Seal 
• 27:00 | Dedicated to Dachshund
• 26:00| A way to get involved with animals in your community
• 30:00| Life with 6 Dogs
• 35:00| If Bella could speak our language 
• 36:00 | Very Important if your dog has been diagnosed with IVDD
• 38:32 | How to make a decision when at the doctors think BRAIN
• 41:32 | Enjoying the show? Leave a review por favor

LINKS

Bella's IG | @bellatrix_on_wheels
Paws and Perros Instagram |  @pawsandperros
Eddie's Wheels : here

Host: Raquel Cid a Latinx Career Coach and Animal Foster on a mission to inspire animal lovers to take action.

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Thank you for the gift of your time.

Sending you much love and light!

Your Host,
Raquel 

On today's episode host Raquel Cid, chats with Sarah Meashaw  of Pooch Portrait Studio. An award winning studio pet photographer based out of Washington DC specializing in unique studio portraits of your best furry friends!

Listen in for 

• How she went from newborn photographer to dog photographer
• How to be your own advocate
• Adopting a Pitbull and falling in love via photo 
• 3 dogs later 
• How to find clients 
• How to balance being a boss and having a personal life
• How she merges business and rescues
• Why you should follow what lights you up 
• Doing before seeing the proof
• How not to lose sight of what's important to you
• How to take perfect dog photos

Sarah's IG /https://www.instagram.com/poochportraitstudio/

Host: Raquel Cid a Latinx Career Coach and Animal Foster on a mission to inspire animal lovers to take action.

Are you enjoying the Podcast? Share this episode with a friend. It would mean the world to me if you could leave us a review : https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/paws-and-perros/id1596399493

Thank you for the gift of your time.

Sending you much love and light!

Your Host,
Raquel 

This week host Raquel Cid interviews Ron King a former Fashion & Media Executive previously at InStyle, People StyleWatch, People en Español + more. He shares why he started Oscar's Place, a donkey adoption and sanctuary in Hopland California.   

Listen out for : 

• From fashion shows to Donkey Rescue 
• How joy is out there for all of us 
• Why he left his luxurious lifestyle to live in a ranch
• Why you should not care about what people think and whose opinion you should care about
• From craigslist to movie stars! Reality tv show coming soon 
• How authenticity leads to success 
• Why you need to differentiate from the things you enjoy vs what brings you joy 

LINKS
Follow Oscar's Place on IG here
Follow Paws and Perros on IG here

Host: Raquel Cid a Latinx Career Coach and Animal Foster on a mission to inspire animal lovers to take action.

Are you enjoying the Podcast? Share this episode with a friend. It would mean the world to me if you could leave us a review : https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/paws-and-perros/id1596399493

Thank you for the gift of your time.

Sending you much love and light!

Your Host,
Raquel 

Today we have Todd founder of Special Needs Senior Dog Sanctuary in Stamford Connecticut. 

Listen out for 

1. His adoption story of an 8 year old Pitbull with cancer 
2. How he manifested opening a Dog sanctuary 
3. The beauty of Senior Dogs 
4. How to decide between starting a rescue or starting a sanctuary 
5. Having a Sanctuary with 2 children 
6. Why Boundaries are important in making your dream come true
7. Day in the life at the sanctuary 
8. The Business of running a sanctuary 
9. Audio walk through of the sanctuary 
10. What it means to properly take care of a Dog 
11. How to stay grounded while involved in animal rescue 
12. Why you need a Senior Dog in your life 
13. Who rescued who?

How you can help: GRANT WRITING reach out to Todd! 

Are you near Stamford, Connecticut? Help with feeding, walking, or spending time with the dogs! Reach out to Todd :  snsdsct@gmail.com

Links Mentioned

• https://specialneedsseniordogsanctuary.com/about-us/
• https://www.instagram.com/specialneedsseniordogsanctuary/

Guest: 

Todd founded this sanctuary out of his home, along with his wife, where they live with their 2 children, and special needs senior dogs. Todd also owns & runs the NY STRONG gym in Westchester County. 

Host: Raquel Cid a Latinx Career Coach and Animal Foster on a mission to inspire animal lovers to take action.

Are you enjoying the Podcast? Share this episode with a friend. It would mean the world to me if you left a review : 

https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/paws-and-perros/id1596399493

Follow Paws and Perros on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pawsandperros

Thank you for the gift of your time.

Sending you much love and light!

Your Host,
Raquel 

Paws and Perros has reached 20 episodes! I spent 4 + months with a microphone before starting this podcast due to fear and I cannot believe I'm 20 episodes in (21 if you count this one).
On today's solo episode I share with you the 6  lessons I learned and how they can help you START your passion project.

Listen out for: 

• The importance of knowing your why 
• Why you should ask for help  
• How allowing others to help you helps the helper too
• Before you ask for help it’s important you do this 1 thing 
• Why comparison is a trap 
• Why you aren’t doing the things you claim you want to do 
• Why you need to bet on yourself 
• Using your north star as a guide
• Clarity only comes through action 
• Breaking out of cultural expectations around help
•  Shout out to Carolyn, Laura and Joey
• Conducting experiments
• Mistakes I’ve made recording Paws and Perros  

May this episode inspire you as you go on to pursue a passion project. We need you to shine your light.

Host: Raquel Cid a Latinx Career Coach and Animal Foster on a mission to inspire animal lovers to take action.

Are you enjoying the Podcast? Share this episode with a friend. It would mean the world to me if you left a review : 

https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/paws-and-perros/id1596399493

Follow Paws and Perros on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pawsandperros

Thank you for the gift of your time.

Sending you much love and light!

What if you find yourself in the path you thought would lead to happiness and in the course of one day your entire mindset changes ? 

Our guest,  Kerk Murray shares how his entire life changed from an encounter with a dying puppy.  He went from luxury cars to downsizing in order to write a book and start an animal  non profit called  The Lexi's Legacy Foundation  (from never having rescued an animal before). His story teaches us how it's never too late to change, how your passion may just find you, and the power of listening to your inner whisper. 

Listen out for

• From sports car lifestyle to downsizing to write a book
• How Kerk partners with rescues worldwide from a business perspective
• How to Help people in animal rescue, that doesn’t involve money
• Why you shouldn't let your past dictate your future
• Human doing versus Human Being
• How to become involved in animal rescue

Links

• Purchase Paw Prints on Our Hearts (100% of proceeds goes to nonprofit's mission of ending animal suffering)
• Follow Kerk on IG here
• Follow The Lexi's Legacy Foundation on IG  here
• Follow PawsandPerros on IG here

Host: Raquel Cid a Latinx Career Coach and Animal Foster on a mission to inspire animal lovers to take action.

+++Are you enjoying the Podcast? Share this episode with a friend. It would mean the world to me if you left a review +++

https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/paws-and-perros/id1596399493

Follow Paws and Perros on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pawsandperros

Thank you for the gift of your time.

Sending you much love and light!

Raquel 

What would it look like if you lived like tomorrow is not promised? If you lived a life without regret where you choose to live with purpose?

 On today's episode I chat with Michelle Bangesh, founder of Nips and Paws Shop and a H.S. Teacher. After unexpectedly losing her sister in 2020, she chose to channel her creatively and live purposely. 

 Listen out for 

• Channeling Creativity during dark times
• What it means to live purposely
• Why you need to pursue your dreams now
• How mentorship can transform your life
• Why pleasing everyone takes away from what you can do
• How not asking for help is sabotaging your dreams
• Why now is the time

Guest: Michelle Bangesh, founder of Nips and Paws Shop,  where she sells custom dog bandanas, t-shirt, among other dog products. She is a plant based eater, teacher, indigenous woman and momma to two boys (a teen and a furry four legged one).

Links
Nips and Paws Shop: https://www.nipsandpaws.com/shop
Nips and Paws Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nipsandpawsshop/

Host: Raquel Cid a Latinx Career Coach and Animal Foster on a mission to inspire animal lovers to take action.

Are you enjoying the Podcast? Share this episode with a friend. It would mean the world to me if you left a review . Together let's inspire other animal lovers to become involved.

https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/paws-and-perros/id1596399493

Follow Paws and Perros on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pawsandperros

Thank you for the gift of your time.

Sending you much love and light!

Raquel 

Have you thought about becoming a dog foster? Are you curious or worried about what to expect the first week of fostering? On today's episode host Raquel Cid, shares her experience after fostering 25+ cats and dogs so you can feel ready to foster your first pet!

Listen out for:

1. What to expect the first week fostering a dog/ cat 
2. The 3 things you should never do as a foster 
3. Tips for fostering in an apartment 
4. Positives of fostering a pet 

Links: 
Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pawsandperros
Ready for Rescue:  https://www.readyforrescue.org/
ACC : https://www.nycacc.org/

Host: Raquel Cid a Latinx Career Coach and Animal Foster on a mission to inspire animal lovers to take action.

Are you enjoying the Podcast? Share this episode with a friend. It would mean the world to me if you left a review . Together let's inspire other animal lovers to become involved.

https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/paws-and-perros/id1596399493

Thank you for the gift of your time.

Sending you much love and light!

Raquel 

Dr. Adam Christman, a Veterinarian shares with us what all pet parents should know. In this energetic talk he shares so much gold when it comes to caring for our furry friends. His energy is contagious and if you are a pet parent this episode is a must!

Things to listen out for :

• 2 things every fur parent should do as a dog owner 
• How to care for Tear Stains 
• How Genetic testing can save your pups life 
• The truth about dog parks
• 2 things to look out for when it comes to dog food 
• Why he became a vet and how he got involved at the age of 8 
• The importance of Animal Bond 
• Having a Mariah  Carey in your life 
• Surrounding yourself with Real people vs Yes People

Links:

Dr. Adam’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.adamchristman52?lang=en
Dr. Adam’s Instagram : ​​https://www.instagram.com/adam_christman/?hl=en
Paws and Perros Instagram :  https://www.instagram.com/bellarescues/

Host: Raquel Cid a Latinx Career Coach and Animal Foster on a mission to inspire animal lovers to take action.

Are you enjoying the Podcast? Share this episode with a friend. It would mean the world to me if you left a review . Together let's inspire other animal lovers to become involved.

https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/paws-and-perros/id1596399493

Follow Paws and Perros on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pawsandperros

Thank you for the gift of your time.

Sending you much love and light!

Raquel 

Este es mi primera entrevista completamente en español con algunas palabras en inglés o como dicen  en spanglish. 

Entrevisté a la cofundador del santuario Juliana's Animal Sanctuary . ¡El Primer santuario de granja certificado en Colombia! Han rescatado más de 2000 animales y en el entrevista de hoy Juliana comparte con nosotros:

- La vaca que inspiró salvar animales de granja. 

- Cómo su co- fundador se convirtió en un amante de los perros

-Cómo la educación es el arma más grande

-Como puedes ayudar y mucho mas

Una de las historias que compartió conmigo sobre una vaca que dio a luz me hizo llorar. Después de 25 episodios, nunca lloré durante una entrevista y esta historia me hizo llorar.

Enlances mencionados:

• https://www.instagram.com/julianasanimalsanctuary/tagged/
• https://www.instagram.com/abillion/
• https://ffl.org/help-animals/

Comparte este episodio con un ser querido que ama a los animales.

Mucho Amor,
Raquel

Sigueme en las redes sociales aqui: 

This is a  recap of my FIRST ALL Spanish interview with co- founder of Juliana's Animal Sanctuary in Columbia! They are the first certified farm sanctuary in Columbia! They have  rescued over 2000 animals in 17 years.

 I decided to do a Spanish episode so you may share with any relatives who do not speak English and are interested in animal welfare OR if you’d like to open up the dialogue with them about why animal rescue is important.

We talk about:

- The cow that inspired saving farm animals
- How and Why  her co founder converted to a dog lover
-How education is the biggest weapon

This episode is quite an emotional one for me as it touches on a birthing / lactating mother.

Links Mentioned:

• https://www.instagram.com/julianasanimalsanctuary/tagged/
• https://www.instagram.com/abillion/
• https://ffl.org/help-animals/

Link to Spanish Interview : https://www.buzzsprout.com/1882591/11224244-spanish-interview-primer-santuario-de-animales-de-granja-en-columbia-intrevista-con-juliana-s-animal-sanctuary.mp3?download=true

When you've heard more nos than you can count, how do you have the courage to try again? How do you maintain the belief that your dream is possible? Did you know that the fear of failure or hearing NOs freezes people up to the point that they rather not dream  than risk failing?

Well what if I told you that in order to get to a Yes you have to hear Nos. In order to dream big you must DO despite fear.

On today's episode we have Jason Gibson, Co Founder of Inspire Unity a crowdfunding  platform bringing people together through a cause they love. They started this at 19 and 20 years old, during the pandemic.  He talks about how they started from ground 0, raised money for a cat rescue, children's cancer research and a dog rescue!

You'll learn the power of no, the impact of working with others, and how to find light in the dark.

Links mentioned:
Inspire Unity on Instagram
Inspire Unity Website Here
The Dog Project Partner They will be raising funds in October : Here
Joey's Project (In Correspondence with Akron Children's Hospital) : Here

Enjoyed today's episode? Share a screenshot on Instagram Story  and let me know your #1 takeaway.

Host: Raquel Cid a Latinx Career Coach and Animal Foster on a mission to inspire animal lovers to take action.

Are you enjoying the Podcast?Together let's inspire other animal lovers to become involved. https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/paws-and-perros/id1596399493

Follow Paws and Perros on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bellarescues/

Thank you for the gift of your time.

Sending you much love and light!

Raquel 

On today's episode, your host Raquel covers the History of Pitbulls, Pitbull stereotypes, myths and facts!

This is a must listen to if you are thinking of owning a Pitbull, If you are getting pushback from family and want to educate them on the facts, and if you are considering fostering a Pitbull this episode is for you!

More resources about Pitbulls:

ASPCA Position on Piitbulls
BADRAP Breed History

What is 1 fact you learned today about Pitbulls? Share a screenshot on Instagram Story, tag @bellarescues for reshare

Host: Raquel Cid a Latinx Career Coach and Animal Foster on a mission to inspire animal lovers to take action.

Are you enjoying the Podcast?Together let's inspire other animal lovers to become involved.  https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/paws-and-perros/id1596399493

Follow Paws and Perros on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bellarescues/

Thank you for the gift of your time.

Sending you much love and light!

Raquel 

If you own a dog you MUST listen to this episode. If dog food overwhelms you, you want the best when it comes to your dog’s food but don’t know who to trust, listen to today’s episode with Dr. Judy, a world renowned integrated veterinarian and author.  She is certified in acupuncture, food therapy, and chiropractic care for dogs, cats, and horses. 

Listen out for 

• Food Therapy 
• The power of food and dog health
• What Vet Schools focus on in the US
• The link between Vet Medicine and Pet Food Funding
• What you did not know about Dog Kibble
• Your dog could live up to 20 years but won’t if you don’t switch this 1 thing
• Trusted Resources when it comes to dog food
• Life with 45 animals
• When should you neuter your dog or cat?

Links

• https://4-h.org/
• Dr Judy's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Needles-Natural-Learning-Holistic-Healing/dp/1480809055
• Dr Judy's Book: Yin & Yang Nutrition for Dogs: Maximizing Health with Whole Foods, Not Drugs
• https://truthaboutpetfood.com/
• https://www.amazon.com/Feeding-Dogs-Science-Behind-Versus/dp/1916234003
• https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064953993419&sk=photos

Enjoyed today's episode? Share a screenshot on Instagram Story  and let me know your #1 takeaway.

Host: Raquel Cid a Latinx Career Coach and Animal Foster on a mission to inspire animal lovers to take action.

Are you enjoying the Podcast?Together let's inspire other animal lovers to become involved. https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/paws-and-perros/id1596399493

Follow Paws and Perros on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bellarescues/

MUCHO AMOR, 
Raquel 

On Today's Episode we have Liz Nowell founder of Best Life Leashes. She is the founder of Best Life Leashes, which is the leash and collar that inspires more people to adopt! Every time you make a purchase a leash is donated to a shelter!  

Liz  is also the dog mom of Mr. Breakfast and Buddha- both dogs whom she rescued!

Her dog Mr. Breakfast had his ears cut off due to a severe infection which inspired her to grow  a community with the intention of spreading the word around rescue dogs!

Listen out for:

• Adopting a deaf dog, why she decided to adopt vs shop 
• Starting a community 6 years ago 
• How Dog Surfing solidified her bond with her adopted dog Mr. Breakfast
• Tips for someone looking to start a pet based business 
• Why she loves her Hippo 
• How Mr. Breakfast lost his hearing
• Creating Best Life Leashes 
• Tip for someone looking to transition careers

Links:

• Best Life Leashes
• Liz's  Rescue Dog Mr. Breakfast  
• Mr. Breakfast's video on The Dodo

About Best Life Leashes : "At Best Life Leashes, we have one goal: build quality dog leashes that inspire more people to rescue dogs. It's a fact that when people hear rescue stories or see that others chose to rescue a dog, they are inspired to do the same"

Host: Raquel Cid a Latinx Career Coach and Animal Foster on a mission to inspire animal lovers to take action.

Are you enjoying the Podcast? Together let's inspire other animal lovers to become involved.  https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/paws-and-perros/id1596399493

Follow Paws and Perros on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pawsandperros

Thank you for the gift of your time.

Sending you much love and light!

Raquel 

On today’s episode we have Tori founder of Wear Wag Repeat. 

What started off as a hobby turned into her full time career, from Fashion blogging to Dog Blogging. Tori has created a  community of over 80,00k dog moms where she teaches women how to grow their pet businesses online. 

Listen Out For:

1. Creating a sustainable online business 
2. Supporting women in the pet / dog  industry 
3. How to find your place in the pet industry 
4. Online Marketing Tips when it comes to your pet based business
5. Why you need to share your story 
6. Teaching a 10 year old dog tricks
7. Adopting a dog whose been at the shelter over a year 

Links Mentioned:

The 15 Best Jobs That Involves Dogs
Wear Wag Repeat Instagram
WearWagrepeat.com

Guest : Tori  has built a community of over 80,00k dog moms where she teaches women how to grow their businesses online. She’s been featured in  BuzzFeed, Good Morning America and The Wall Street Journal.

She has 2 senior Labradors Lucy and Burt and She  is currently working on a certification in canine enrichment! She lives in Pittsburgh in an old house with a hot pink door!

Host: Raquel Cid a Latinx Career Coach and Animal Foster on a mission to inspire animal lovers to take action.

Are you enjoying the Podcast? Together let's inspire other animal lovers to become involved.  https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/paws-and-perros/id1596399493

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Thank you for the gift of your time.

Sending you much love and light!

Raquel 

Today we have a dog momma sharing how she adopted her Morkie and the things you should know before getting a dog. She also shares how a dog can change your life.

Listen out for

• Why she rescued her Morkie (maltese + yorkie mix)
• Before getting a dog can you provide the following
• The power of a dog and gratitude 
• How a dog can change your lifie

Links

•  Asal’s Ted Talk : Why Patients Fighting Cancer Can be the Best Professors of Gratitude:
• Asal’s Instagram 

Guest: On today's episode of Paws and Perros we have Asal, creator of Gratitudegrams— Human Connection events. 
She is a Burnout and Wellness Coach, a trained Oncology Pharmacist and dog mom of a rescue Morkie named Chance!

Host: Raquel Cid a Latinx Career Coach and Animal Foster on a mission to inspire animal lovers to take action.

Are you enjoying the Podcast? Together let's inspire other animal lovers to become involved.  Review Here

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Thank you for the gift of your time.

Sending you much love and light!

Raquel 

On today's episode we have brothers Kolby and Kaleb founders of Saint Rocco's Treats. 

They started this business  during the pandemic after their internships were impacted.  They noticed how dog treats needed major updating  and so they took it upon themselves.

Listen Out For

• What surprised them the most about the pet food industry
• Overcoming Nos
• Why you want selective customers
• 4 tips  for someone looking to start their own pet based business
• The power of knowing your WHY
• The power of working in a team

 
Links 

• Saint Rocco's Treats Shop
• Saint Rocco's Treats Instagram 

Guests

Kaleb and Kolby Rush, founders of Saint Rocco’s Treats. They both love dogs, entrepreneurship and creating human grade dog treats! For every pound of treats sold, they donates $1 to local dog rescues and additional non-profit efforts.  They do all of this while Kaleb is still in university and Kolby is working full Saint RoccO’S Treats full time.

Host

Raquel Cid a Latinx Career Coach and Animal Foster on a mission to inspire animal lovers to take action.

Are you enjoying the Podcast? Together let's inspire other animal lovers to become involved.  Review Here

Follow Paws and Perros on Instagram 

Thank you for the gift of your time.

Sending you much love and light!

Raquel 

Cat-vocates welcomed!

Today's episode is a bit different and exciting! There are multiple folks on the podcast sharing with you all a fundraiser we are hosting in partnership with Inspire Unity. We are raising funds for animals impacted by Hurricane Ian in Naples Florida!

The main host today is Michelle Fern from Cattitude Podcast!

You will hear from a couple of amazing people such as Jason from Inspire Unity, Sterling Davis (Trap King), Bob Lynch (Cowboy Cat Wrangler), Michelle Fern (Pet Life Radio), Jae and Adrienne (The Two Crazy Cat Ladies), Raquel Cid (Paws & Perros Podcast), and Dr. Rachel Geller (Cat Behaviorist) to support Hurricane Ian animal rescue efforts!  

Listen out for 

• How to help animals in Florida 
• The power in numbers 
• Raising funds for animals in Naples Florida
• How animals were impacted by the hurricaine

Links:

• https://www.instagram.com/inspireunity_/
• Donate Here

Paws and Perros Host

Raquel Cid a Latinx Career Coach and Animal Foster on a mission to inspire animal lovers to take action.

Are you enjoying the Podcast? Together let's inspire other animal lovers to become involved.  Review Here

Follow Paws and Perros on Instagram 

Thank you for the gift of your time.

Sending you much love and light!

Raquel 

If you or someone you know has lost a pet, Rob Gutro a pet medium has some words of encouragement for you! Losing a fur baby is never easy and Rob hopes to provide support to anyone who is grieving the loss of their dog, cat, horse or any domesticated animal.

Listen out for:

• How he became a pet medium 
• How he helps pet parents who with grief
• Pets in the afterlife
• How pets communicate from the afterlife
• Why pet readings instead of people readings
• The science of energy 

Guest

Rob Gutro is a medium, dog rescuer, and author.  Rob  teaches grieving pet parents how all pets communicate from the afterlife, helping owners cope with grief and loss. He is also a dog dad of 3 dogs, as well as 4 in spirit. He is also a scientist. He  incorporates both the science of energy and science of behavior to show how our pets communicate from the other side.

LINKS 

Rob's Books:

Pets and the Afterlife 3: Messages from Spirit Dogs
Links to all of Rob’s books

Paws and Perros Host
Raquel Cid a Latinx Career Coach and Animal Foster on a mission to inspire animal lovers to take action.

Are you enjoying the Podcast? Together let's inspire other animal lovers to become involved.  Review Here

Follow Paws and Perros on Instagram 

Thank you for the gift of your time.

Sending you much love and light!

Raquel 

Cara has fostered over 100 dogs and now has a non profit named Who Will Let the Dogs Out!

Listen out for 

• How a visit to a shelter in North Carolina led her to start Who WIll Let The Dogs Out
• Fostering over 100 dogs,  with children
• How you can make an impact, even if you don’t have the time
• How to leverage your talents to help

Links:

• Who Will Let The Dogs Out Website
• WWLTDO Instagram
• Amber's Halfway Home Film on Youtube
• Cara's Books
• Book mentioned: The Right to Write

Guest:
Co-founder and president of Who Will Let the Dogs Out, a non-profit organization that works to raise awareness and resources for homeless dogs and the people who fight for them.  Shes also an  author with her latest book being 100 Dogs & Counting: One Woman, Ten Thousand Miles, and a Journey into the Heart of Shelters and Rescues

Paws and Perros Host
Raquel Cid a Latinx Career Coach and Animal Foster on a mission to inspire animal lovers to take action.

Are you enjoying the Podcast? Together let's inspire other animal lovers to become involved.  Review Here

Follow Paws and Perros on Instagram 

Thank you for the gift of your time.

Sending you much love and light!

Raquel 

Have you ever thought of writing a children's book? Have you ever thought of what life could be like if you fostered and foster failed? Well listen up!

Listen out for 

• Teddy’s story , Why the author. Christine started fostering
• Fostering a litter of kittens with her children during the pandemic
• Foster Failing with Teddy
• How fostering could lead you to your perfect pet
• Writing a children’s book
• Wild Dogs in Canada 
• 3 tips for someone looking to write a children’s book 
• Tips for people looking to foster with children 

LINKS

• Teddy Loses His Ears Book 

GUEST
Today we have Christine Noelle , Author of Teddy Loses His Ears. the story of a rescue cat who lost his ears due to frostbite. She is a Border services office as 9-5,  mom of 2 kids - her mission is to raise awareness for rescue organizations and the work they do.

Paws and Perros Host
Raquel Cid a Latinx Career Coach and Animal Foster on a mission to inspire animal lovers to take action.

Are you enjoying the Podcast? Together let's inspire other animal lovers to become involved.  Review Here

Follow Paws and Perros on Instagram 

Thank you for the gift of your time.

Sending you much love and light!

Raquel 

Hola Mi Gente!

Welcome to Season 3. On today's episode I chat with 2 Veterinarians  who share their journey. This is a must listen to if you are thinking of becoming a Vet or are currently a Vet Student.

It's also inspiring  if you've ever been told YOU are not good enough to pursue your passion.  As a pet parent it was humbling to hear the challenges vets go through as well- shows me we are all trying our best.

LISTEN OUT FOR 

• How a family dog inspired these two Veterinarian  to become Vets
• Challenges they faced in becoming a Veterinarian  - [Must listen to if you are considering becoming a Veterinarian  or are currently a vet student]
• What surprised them the most once they became Vets
• Challenges that lead Vet Practices to Burnout - [ good to know as a pet parent too]
• Benefits of Vets joining Amerivet

LINKS
​​https://amerivet.com

GUESTS
On today’s episode we have  Brian  Hurley Doctor of Veterinary Medicine who serves as AmeriVet’s National Medical Director and we also have Louis DelGiudice a specialist Veterinarian who is dedicated to treating life-threatening conditions.


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See you in 2 weeks Animal Lovers!

Maya moved from Belgium to Peru temporarily and what has now turned into 7+ years later. She rescued 2 street dogs and share with us her experience.

Listen out for:

• Why female dogs are not wanted in Peru
• From street dog to having a home- Nina’s story
• Starting a dog sitting community with her friends
• From dog sitting to pet parent
• Tips when rescuing a street dog
• From street dog to office dog in Belgium
• What to know before rescuing a street dog

Links:

• Maya’s IG 
• The long game book  recommendation
• The Dog House UK 

Guest Maya is a  Functional Medicine Health Coach, founder of maya’s journaling corner, a professional singer and virtual assistant.

Host:
Raquel Cid a Latinx Career Coach and Animal Foster on a mission to inspire animal lovers to take action.

Are you enjoying the Podcast?Together let's inspire other animal lovers to become involved.  https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/paws-and-perros/id1596399493

Follow Paws and Perros on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bellarescues/

Thank you for the gift of your time.

Sending you much love and light!

Raquel 

Babies & Dogs and How to Keep Your Children Safe. 

Today we have Bryan, a professional Dog Trainer of 40 years chat with us on practical ways to keep your children safe when you co exist with dogs + children. He is the author of 'The Hammer - Why Dogs Attack Us and How to Prevent It, and 'Embracing the Wild in Your Dog.

LISTEN OUT FOR

-From training Dolphins to Dogs
-Misconceptions people have about Dogs
-How to prevent a dog attack
- Unprovoked Dog Attacks
- Crucial Conversations
- How to prep your dog for a newborn
-3 Tips for protection during a dog attack 
-Tips for setting up dogs and children for success when living together
- How to establish mutual respect 
-Ways you are instilling fear in your dog 

GUEST 

On today’s episode we have Bryan, Author of 'The Hammer - Why Dogs Attack Us and How to Prevent It, and 'Embracing the Wild in Your Dog. Bryan has been a professional dog trainer and Canine Fhar-ma-co-therapy Behaviorist for 40 years. Today he will share with us practical and important tips on keeping your children safe when you own a dog.

LINKS

• ​​https://www.tamingthewild.com/

• Book | The Hammer: Why Dogs Attack Us and How to Prevent It

• Youtube

HOST
Raquel Cid a Latinx Career Coach and Animal Foster on a mission to inspire animal lovers to take action.

Are you enjoying the Podcast?Together let's inspire other animal lovers to become involved.  https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/paws-and-perros/id1596399493

Follow Paws and Perros on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bellarescues/

Thank you for the gift of your time.

Sending you much love and light!

Raquel 

Helping Survivors of Domestic Violence AND their Dogs!

LISTEN OUT FOR 

• How founder, Orazie merged her passion for animals & people to help survivors of domestic violence
• How social media and the pandemic helped her foundation
• From a 20+ year public health career to pursuing pet based business after the pandemic 
• Starting a boarding facility
• Creating a network through social media 
• How to keep going despite NOs

LINKS

• Praline’s Backyard Foundation’s IG
• Book: We Should All Be Millionaires

GUEST

On this week's episode, we have Orazie Cook. She owns Praline's Backyard, a dog services business in Georgia providing dog boarding, daycare, walking services and more.

She also has a non-profit pralines backyard foundation that helps domestic violence survivors and their pets by providing financial support and housing for pets of domestic violence survivors while a survivor is in Housing transition, breaking down one of the barriers that keeps many survivors with pets from leaving their abuser. 

When supporting her business you are also supporting a great cause, as 10% of profits go towards the non-profit.

HOST

Raquel Cid a Latinx Career Coach and Animal Foster on a mission to inspire animal lovers to take action.

Are you enjoying the Podcast? Together let's inspire other animal lovers to become involved. 
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Thank you for the gift of your time.

Sending you much love and light!

Raquel 

Today we have a special interview with a Paws and Perros listener - Elizabeth Melendez from NYC–who grew up with dogs and currently has two fur babies.

Listening to Paws and Perros podcast motivated her to step in and save two dogs in Puerto Rico, with only a 1-week timeline, while she was in the US.

LISTEN OUT FOR 

• How she saved a Dog abroad (now named Millie) while only having 1 week to do so
• How hours away from rescue 1 of the dogs was killed   
• The steps she had to take to make this rescue possible 
• Where rescued dog Millie is now 
• How to find a reputable rescue 
• Why she took action even when she was being blamed
• How Paws and Perros inspired her to do something 
• Before getting 2 dogs you must consider this
• Listen to you gut, get second opinion 

LINK

• IG of Paradise Rescue in Puerto Rico 
• Paradise Rescue's Website 

HOST
Raquel Cid a Latinx Career Coach and Animal Foster on a mission to inspire animal lovers to take action.

Are you enjoying the Podcast? Make sure to leave a Review

Together let's inspire other animal lovers to become involved. 
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/paws-and-perros/id1596399493

Follow Paws and Perros on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pawsandperros

Thank you for the gift of your time.

Sending you much love and light!
Raquel 

GUEST
Matthew Dicks is the author of Someday is Today, as well as the bestselling author of 6 novels and two books of nonfiction, including Storyworthy. 

He is a record 58-time Moth StorySLAM winner and 9-time GrandSLAM champion.

Today we have him on to talk about his two adopted cats from Egpyt!

• How they found their dream cats on Petfinder
• Adopting cats without ever meeting them in person
• Adopting cats after Grief
• Losing a cat 
• What animals do for us
• How Matt got out of Homelessness
• The decision to adopt 

LINKS

• Someday is today Book https://www.amazon.com/Someday-Today-Simple-Actionable-Creative/dp/1608687503
• Stephen King on Writing https://www.amazon.com/Writing-10th-Anniversary-Memoir-Craft/dp/1439156816
• Matt’s children’s reaction to the cats https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mDIF2Nte55A&ab_channel=MatthewDicks
• Ted Talk : Homework for life https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x7p329Z8MD0&ab_channel=TEDxTalks
• Storyworthymd  https://www.storyworthymd.com/about

HOST

Raquel Cid a Latinx Career Coach and Animal Foster on a mission to inspire animal lovers to take action.

Are you enjoying the Podcast?Together let's inspire other animal lovers to become involved.  https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/paws-and-perros/id1596399493

Follow Paws and Perros on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pawsandperros/reels/

Thank you for the gift of your time.

Sending you much love and light!

Raquel 

A new Podcast for dog, cat, and animal lovers coming soon.  I invite you to Subscribe!

Have you ever wondered how to foster animals, how to begin an animal rescue or pet based business when you don’t have the time, or simply how to become the best pet owner out there? 

Well search no more.  

Each week I will deconstruct the world of animal rescue. You’ll get to hear from Raquel Cid, a NYC Dog/Cat Foster and the amazing people who are saving fury lives, impacting humans, and how you can do it too. 

Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/bellarescues
Email : Bellarescueny@gmail.com

How do you start an animal rescue group? Have you wondered how to get involved if at the moment you cannot foster? Founder Doug Halsey,  shares how he started Ready for Rescue, a non profit volunteer organization committed to savings cats & dogs from the streets & shelters of NYC. 

Doug shares why he got started, tips for those of you wanting to start your own animal rescue, what he looks for in first time fosters and 13 ways to get involved besides fostering!

He also shares heartwarming stories of his foster pets and what he wishes he could say to them if they spoke our language.

Follow Paws & Perros on IG : https://www.instagram.com/bellarescues/?hl=en
Follow Ready for Rescue : https://www.instagram.com/readyforrescue/?hl=en
Questions?  Bellarescueny@gmail.com

How do you pursue your passion when you don’t have the confidence or experience? 

Ava, Founder & Chief Pet Officer of Ava’s Pet Palace, an organic pet treat business shares how she started her business at 8 years old, her original business plan at 6 years old, and why you should follow your passion despite bumps that will come along the way. 

She also shares how fostering led her to her dog, Lacy and her experience fostering dogs while having smaller siblings and cat at home. 

Listen in for some Tuesday Inspiration!

Follow Avas Pet Palace at https://www.instagram.com/avaspetpalace/

Shop Ava’s organic pet treats at https://avaspetpalace.com/collections

Follow Paws & Perros at https://www.instagram.com/bellarescues/

Want to be on the podcast? Email:  Bellarescueny@gmail.com

How can you help when you see a lost pet sign? 

Tune in to hear how Nina, from Black Thornberry,  saves animals in Philly! She shares how she balances full time work with full time rescue.  Her top tips on reuniting animals with their owners. Why there are so many strays in Philly. Common reasons why animals end up in shelters, that have nothing to do with their behavior & how she rescues while having an 8 year old.

Nina's biggest goal aside from saving animals, is ensuring people feel they have options and are not alone.

Follow Paws & Perros at https://www.instagram.com/bellarescues/

Follow Nina at https://www.instagram.com/theblackthornberry

In this episode we have Noah  who has created a community of 83k+  people! He is dog dad to Milo, a mini golden doodle emotional support animal and a Labmix dog who is special needs rescue.

We talk about how he uses his platform to speak about mental health,  social justice & overall spread positivity.

We also talk about why he decided to adopt a special needs dog , why he didn't get an English Bulldog given his lifestyle, what you have to consider when getting a dog + living with someone else, how he chose the breeder he purchased his dog from & why he decided to rescue another dog.

His life with his 2 pups causes many smiles. One look at their videos you can see such strong bond!

Follow Noah via https://www.instagram.com/miloandnoah/
Follow Paws + Perros via https://www.instagram.com/bellarescues/


Mucho Amor, 
Your Host, 
Raquel 

What is Animal Fostering & Why Your Host, Raquel Cid is taking a break from fostering. In this episode I share a major life update!

Tune in to hear about : 

• The difference between dog / cat fostering via a rescue and an animal shelter  
• How long fostering takes
• The goal of fostering
• The 3 things every foster should know
• What is Fospice

Follow Paws & Perros at https://www.instagram.com/bellarescues/

Want to be on the podcast? Email:  Bellarescueny@gmail.com

Have you ever wondered about the truth behind wildlife selfies? How these seemingly innocent photos contribute to wild life trafficking?

Are you considering becoming a Vet and want to know what it takes?
How to battle imposter syndrome when pursuing a new project?

On this episode you get to hear from third year Veterinary Student Camila Garcia as she shares the 2 things you need to keep your confidence going when pursuing a new project or career.  She shares tips for Latinas interested in becoming Vets as well as how creativity has landed her opportunities without having to apply the traditional route.


Follow Camila at https://www.instagram.com/camila.the.one.health.vet/

Follow Paws & Perros at https://www.instagram.com/bellarescues/

Want to be on the podcast? Email:  Bellarescueny@gmail.com

Have you thought of changing your career to one in animal welfare? Perhaps you want to help but don’t know what other roles you can do besides working 1:1 with animals? Do you just struggle to see a role you can do in animal welfare overall?

Anna, who is currently Communications Specialist at Petco Love, moved from Australia to NYC to pursue advertising where she worked for luxury consumer brands.  After adopting her dog Peggy, she pivoted her career into the animal welfare industry.  She also began fostering for the first time and has fostered over 20 dogs.  

She shares how she created a new role at Muddy Paws Rescue as Director of Marketing and how she eventually ended up in her current role as Communications at Petco Love.  

Listen in to learn how to successfully make a career change.  The type of dog Ana recommends you foster if you are fostering for the 1st time,  How a 300 word story led to $50k for animal welfare + more!

Follow Anna's dog Peggy & their foster dogs at https://www.instagram.com/peggywoofs/
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What do you want to hear about next? Email Bellarescueny@gmail.com or DM on IG.

How can your passion for something turn into an initiative? 

Do you want to help animals or people, but not sure how? Perhaps you do not feel qualified and so have not started. 

Sara, Illustrator and Animal Rescuer,  shares how she is bridging the gap in animal welfare in Cairo,Egypt. She shares an initiative she began with a hashtag where she inspired the community to provide water to stray cats. 

She shares how animation helps people grasp ideas, how covid caused her to pivot her initiative, the power of doing things with others, how it begins with educating people rather than judging and how tapping into people’s emotions inspires them to get involved. 

Follow Sara on : https://www.instagram.com/thisis_kar/

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Dispelling Cat Myths! Cat Behaviorist shares the Top things all cat owners and rescuers should know.  Dr. Rachel shares how she has saved 1000+ cats in 2021 alone!

What to listen for 

1. How you may be causing your cat’s behavior problems & contributing to their anxiety
2. Toys to avoid buying for your cat 
3. The best way to play with your cat
4. Why your cat is scratching furniture and an easy fix!
5. How Dr. Rachel works 1:1 with cat owners, pro bono in order to help cats stay with their families
6. Difference between Feral Cats vs Domesticated Cats
7. How to introduce a resident cat to a new cat 
8. Adopting a cat? The 1 thing to remember before you choose which cat to adopt
9. Why fostering cats is so important to their survival vs being at the shelter

Resources Mentioned:

Dr. Rachel’s Book: Saving The World, One Cat at a Time : https://www.amazon.com/Saving-World-One-Cat-Time/dp/1090130279 (100% of proceeds go to a cat rescue)

Cat Behavior Assistance : https://drrachelcatbehavior.com/

Guest : Dr. Rachel Geller is a certified Cat Behavior and Retention Specialist through the Humane Society and a certified Humane Education Specialist. She is also a pet Chaplain and author of the Book Saving the World, One Cat at a time.

CONNECT WITH US
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Email: Bellarescueny@gmail.com

Finding herself without a job during the onset of the pandemic, Architectural Designer, Lorenis decided to combine her design skills with her passion for dogs. She started The Doggo Design Co, where she designs custom pet art designs and supplies. 

Listen for:

• How she gained the courage to start 
• Why you don't have to leave your job to begin a startup
• The importance of leveraging community
• Why she fostered a dog before adopting one of her own
• What you need to start a business
• How mentorship can skyrocket your progress : and not in the traditional way
• How her dog helped her with depression 
• How you can start a business without being an expert 

Links mentioned 

• Doggo Designco:  https://www.instagram.com/thedoggodesignco/
• Pet Sitting : https://www.rover.com/
• Pet Walking Service: https://wagwalking.com/

Guest
Lorenis  is an Architectural Designer turned Business Owner. She currently works a 9-5 and also runs her business with her adopted dog Renzo. She currently resides in Puerto Rico, where she was born + raised, after living in Chicago for 5 years. All her work is drawn by her and made in the US.

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