TOP DOG PODCAST
Presented by Doobert
Join host Chris Roy on the Top Dog Podcast as he talks with inspiring animal welfare leaders. Through insightful conversations, we learn about their unique journeys, their positive community impact, and the invaluable lessons they would share. Our mission is clear: to elevate leadership and empower the entire animal rescue movement.
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Jessica Lopez | Expanding Access to High-Volume Spay and Neuter
The PAW Mission Executive Director Jessica Lopez shares how 23 years in veterinary medicine led her to build programs focused on accessible veterinary care, spay and neuter, adoption, shelter intervention, and keeping more animals out of shelters.
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Kristen Davidson | Why Animal Welfare Leaders Should Question the Rules
BrightSide Animal Center Executive Director Kristen Davidson shares how an unexpected path through law school led her to animal welfare, and why compassion, flexibility, and questioning old policies can help shelters do more.
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Anna Neubauer | Building Animal Welfare for an Island Community
Hawaiian Humane Society President and CEO Anna Neubauer shares how island life shapes animal welfare, why proactive programs and partnerships matter, and how listening can help leaders build stronger teams and better services.
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Christina Avila | Building Animal Control Around Communication
After more than a decade in animal welfare, Christina Avila shares how empathy, communication, and engagement have shaped her approach to animal control and helped her see the people behind every animal welfare case.
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Alexsey Dobberstine | Leaving Animal Welfare Better Than You Found It
Midland Animal Services Manager Alexsey Dobberstine shares her journey into animal welfare, the importance of team culture, and why collaboration, confidence, and less judgment can help improve the lives of animals and people.