Give a Dog a Bone

Judge John Tatro - Mental Health Court

Senior Judge John Tatro was Justice of the Peace/Municipal Court Judge in Carson City, Department II, from 1995 to January 2019.  Judge Tatro began his judicial career as the Hearings Officer for the Nevada State Gaming Control Board serving in that capacity from 1987 – 1995. He shares his experiences in the courtroom and how they inspired beginning Mental Health Court in his area.  Some of Judge Tatro’s judicial accomplishments are:  ·        Voted 2003 Judge of the Year by the Nevada Jud...

Iliana Belinc - PalsNPets Founder

 Iliana Belinc is the Founder & Executive Director of PalsNPets a 501(c)(3) Los Angeles-based nonprofit founded in 2018.  She shares her story with our Founder, Genevieve Frederick. She talks about the human-animal bond and how she works with shelters to help pets and the homeless to be housed together.  Passion pours from both founders throughout their conversation.  You don't want to miss this one! About Iliana Belinc:  Her passion derives from her grandfather who rescued street dogs in M...

Lisa and Mr. Pooky's Story - Air Force Veteran

Special Veterans Day Episode!  This special Veterans Day episode shares the story of Veteran, Lisa, and her cat, Mr. Pooky. She speaks on her experience working with Feeding Pets of the Homeless to receive care and wants to remind others that if their animal needs help, don't be afraid to reach out. There are resources out there to help. Thank you for listening.

Barbara D'Anneo - Supporter Since 2008

Meet Barbara, a long-time supporter of Feeding Pets of the Homeless! "As long as I'm up and breathing, I'm going to be helping." That pretty much sums up the life and work of Barbara D'Anneo, one of our dear collaborators who spent time talking with us about her work with Feeding Pets of the Homeless.  Her heart is in the work that she does for the community.

Dr. David Kowalek - Veterinary Partner

On Episode 4 of Give a Dog a Bone, we sat down to talk to Dr. David Kowalek, a licensed veterinarian and co-owner of Riverside Veterinary Hospital, who´s always looking to learn something new to incorporate into his veterinary toolkit. He is dedicated to his family, his clients, & his community. His interests include: preventing disease by improving the health & well-being of animals & strengthening the human-animal bond. He shows his devotion and commitment to the community by working with...

Dr. David Kowalek - Veterinary Partner

On Episode 4 of Give a Dog a Bone, we sat down to talk to Dr. David Kowalek, a licensed veterinarian and co-owner of Riverside Veterinary Hospital, who´s always looking to learn something new to incorporate into his veterinary toolkit. He is dedicated to his family, his clients, & his community. His interests include: preventing disease by improving the health & well-being of animals & strengthening the human-animal bond. He shows his devotion and commitment to the community by working with...

Jim Peckham - FISH (Friends In Service Helping)

Today we meet Jim Peckham, Executive Director of FISH (Friends In Service Helping). He began as Executive Director in 2009. He is focused on developing collaborative relationships to enhance our community, and on helping clients develop skills to get out of temporary or generational poverty. 

Skylar Young - Skid Row and Wellness Clinics

Today we meet Skylar Young, Board Director for Feeding Pets of the Homeless. She began as a volunteer and worked in clinics in Carson City, NV. In 2016, she joined our board. Now, Skylar is based in Los Angeles and works with immigrants in asylum law. She has spent many years volunteering in homeless shelters and is committed to fighting for unhoused people and their furry companions. 

Laura Brown - Case Stories and Compassion Fatigue

Today we meet Laura Brown, office manager for Feeding Pets of the Homeless®. She shares her experience working with us for six years. She wears many different hats but the hat she wears best is compassion. She goes above and beyond to serve the pets belonging to the homeless.  

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