Raphael Mattos and Elma Shipp – VIP Pet Smile

In this episode of All My Children Wear Fur Coats, we had the pleasure of speaking to Raphael Mattos and Elma Shipp, the dynamic husband-and-wife team behind VIP Pet Smile, a revolutionary mobile dentistry service for pets.

Raphael, a Brazilian-born oral surgery specialist, shared his personal journey and the transformative moment that led him to establish VIP Pet Smile in 2017. Battling prostate cancer, Raphael’s shift in perspective fueled the creation of a service dedicated to enhancing the oral health of our beloved pets.

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Bob Bryant – Mission K9 Rescue

In this episode of All My Children Wear Fur Coats,, Peggy welcomes Bob Bryant, Chief Technology Officer of Mission K9 Rescue, shedding light on the incredible work happening at their organization. This non-profit organization is dedicated to the rescue, reunion, and rehoming of retired working dogs, particularly focusing on those who served in the military or worked for private contractors.

Bob provides an overview of the organization’s mission and the challenges faced by retired working dogs. He emphasizes the unique skills and training of these dogs, highlighting the Belgian Malinois as a predominant breed known for its intelligence and versatility in various tasks such as detection, patrol, and search and rescue.

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