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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Caroline Hegarty | Changing Horse Culture Through Education and Advocacy
Prefer an audio version? Listen here: In this episode of the Top Dog Podcast, Caroline Hegarty, founder of Equitopia, shares her mission to improve horse welfare through education, research, and responsible ownership. After years of working with horses, Caroline began…
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Melissa Giordano | Turning Passion into Lifesaving Action
In this episode of the Top Dog Podcast, Melissa Giordano shares her journey from rescuing two stray dogs in Puerto Rico to becoming a powerful advocate for fostering, transport rescue, and pet safety. What started as a vacation quickly became…
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Marnie Russ | Saving the Most Vulnerable Through Education and Innovation
Marnie Russ, founder of the National Kitten Coalition and Kitten College, shares how she turned a passion for kittens into a nationwide movement focused on saving the most vulnerable animals in shelters. After leaving a successful career in lobbying, Marnie…
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Natalie Ahwesh | Creating Lasting Change Through Policy and Education
With a background in mathematics, Natalie’s journey into animal welfare began through volunteering — but quickly evolved into a mission to address the root causes of animal issues. “If I can help pass a law… I can help thousands of…
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Shelly Moore | Leading with Compassion, Culture, and Community
Shelly Moore, CEO of the Humane Society of Charlotte, shares insights from over 40 years in animal welfare — and how the industry has evolved from shelter-focused care to community-centered solutions. What started as a simple visit to a shelter…