This week, on All My Children Wear Fur Coats, Jenneth Begay and Shyler Lowley shared the unique challenges of operating a Navajo animal shelter and explained how Rez Solutions & Animal Shelter is dedicated to reducing the unwanted, abandoned, roaming dog and cat populations in the Navajo Nation.

Jenneth Begay and Shyler Lowley, veterinary technician and veterinary aide, respectively, with Rez Solutions & Animal Shelter are working under the guidance of Dr. Kelly Upshaw, the founder of the organization. Jenneth and Shyler provide a variety of veterinary services to the Navajo Nation, including vaccination clinics, spay/neuter clinics, and Coggins tests. Jenneth highlighted the limited access to pet healthcare on the reservation, pointing out that only four veterinary clinics serve an area roughly the size of West Virginia. Of these four clinics, most do not provide services for large animals.

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This week All My Children Wear Fur Coats host, Peggy Hoyt welcomed James Ravnikar to discuss his innovative line of litter boxes and recount his experience traveling the country in an RV with his cats.

James Ravnikar is the president of Kitangle, a company that specializes in crafting high quality litter boxes that blend sleek, stylish designs with practical functionality. James discovered Kitangle while searching for a suitable litter box for his senior cat, Sophie. He liked the product so much he decided to purchase the company.

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This week, on All My Children Wear Fur Coats, Mary Beth Evans discussed the importance of providing dogs with adequate physical stimulation and highlighted how sensory and motor systems play a crucial role in shaping canine behavior.

Mary Beth Evans is the founder of Calmr Dog, a company that designs therapeutic dog toys to alleviate anxiety and enhance quality of life. With a background as an occupational therapist and clinical autism specialist, Mary Beth realized that the same sensorimotor programming used to treat her human patients could be applied to dogs.

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(Anywhere, USA — February 18, 2025) – Puppies and kittens are increasingly impacting shelter populations, and as cute as they are, pet adoptions aren’t keeping pace with intake. This imbalance makes it more crucial than ever to seek out spay/neuter resources for pets, according to United Spay Alliance, (USA) a national nonprofit which promotes affordable, accessible, and timely spay/neuter services.

February 25 is World Spay Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness of the benefits of spaying and neutering pets.

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This week, on All My Children Wear Fur Coats, Paige Parsons offered expert tips on proper rabbit (also interchangeably referred to as a bunny) care and shared key considerations for those interested in rabbit adoption.

Paige Parsons is the founder of The Rabbit.org Foundation, an organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of rabbits through awareness initiatives, educational resources and outreach efforts. In collaboration with The House Rabbit Society, Paige launched the first-ever rabbit education website in 1994, a pioneering resource that later evolved into Rabbit.org.

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This week, on All My Children Wear Fur Coats, Stacy LeBaron examined the growing pet affordability crisis and explained how PAWSitive pantry is helping keep families and their beloved pets together.

Stacy LeBaron is the president and chief feline officer of PAWSitive Pantry, a nonprofit committed to supporting pets and their families during times of hardship. Stacy has been involved in animal welfare for over 3 decades. Among countless other initiatives, she hosts The Community Cats Podcast, a weekly program that advocates cat sterilization and welfare.

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This week, on All My Children Wear Fur Coats, Chance Palmer shared the story of his entrepreneurial journey and explored the benefits of freeze-dried pet treats.

Chance Palmer is the founder and owner of Pet Popcorn, a company that manufactures single-ingredient, freeze-dried treats for dogs and cats. Chance’s idea originated when his family purchased a freeze dryer to create healthier snacks for their pets, Lolly and Asher. The name Pet Popcorn was inspired by the way freeze-dried ground beef resembles popcorn, with its light, inflated texture. Chance was a full-time student at Colorado University when he launched the business, often sacrificing nights and weekends to get Pet Popcorn off the ground. However, his passion for the venture made it feel more like a rewarding pursuit than a chore.

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This week on All My Children Wear Fur Coats, Jeff Johnson illustrated the remarkable abilities of canines and explained how Can Do Canines is transforming the lives of individuals with disabilities by fostering mutually beneficial partnerships with specially trained pups.

Jeff Johnson serves as the executive director of Can Do Canines, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free assistance dogs to individuals with disabilities. Founded in 1989, Can Do Canines serves individuals with mobility issues, individuals with Type 1 Diabetes, individuals suffering from seizures, individuals with hearing impairments, and children with autism. The organization primarily breeds Labradors and Labrador mixes due to their exceptional intelligence and friendly temperament, which make them ideal candidates for service work.

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Portrait of brown puppy with bokeh background Portrait of brown cute puppy with sunset bokeh background puppy stock pictures, royalty-free photos & images(Goshen, IN — October 9, 2024) – As families plan to bring a new puppy home for the holidays, it’s important to be aware of a growing issue: puppy scams. In 2022, reports to the Better Business Bureau (BBB) revealed total losses of $1.34 million between January and September, with even higher figures during the pandemic years. In 2020 and 2021, losses peaked at $3.3 million and $3 million, respectively, as a surge in demand for pets left scammers preying on families searching for a furry companion. With the holiday season around the corner, it’s critical for potential puppy owners to begin their search early to avoid falling victim to these schemes.

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Recently, on All My Children Wear Fur Coats, Dr. Terry Fossum discussed the nuances of the pet supplement market and divulged the science behind Dr. Fossum’s Pet Care.

Dr. Terry Fossum is the CEO and founder of Dr. Fossum’s Pet Care, a pet wellness brand that offers a variety of supplements to support cognitive function, mobility, and comfort for pets. With a background as a renowned veterinary surgeon, Dr. Fossum has an extensive history of dedicated service to animals, ensuring their health and well-being throughout her career. She is the author of Senior Dogs: The Essential Guide to Maximize Quality Time With Your Best Friend, a book that features surveys to help you evaluate the progression of your dog’s aging.

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