Pawareness Podcast # 53 | Starting Your Own Rescue | Mandy's Paws Rescue

In this episode, we welcome Kaitlyn Morris, founder of Mandy’s Paws Rescue. Kaitlyn started this rescue in 2019 to honor her late mother who had been an advocate for animal rescues for most of her life.

Kaitlyn shares how she has become inspired by her mother’s initiative to help and adopt animals. They would usually take in injured animals found on the streets of Los Angeles and nurture them back to their feet. Kaitlyn also shares some of the obstacles that she often encounters in running a rescue, most of which include facing criticism by sponsors. But eventually, Kaitlyn has learned the important ways to support the rescue. This includes vetting of foster families and checking if they have the ideal home and environment for rescue animals, getting connected with shelters and other rescue organizations, and keeping engagement with opportunities to help animals.

Currently, Mandy’s Paws Rescue has helped around 300 animals. They continue using their social media channels to network, amplify causes, and raise awareness. They are also currently working on their process to make the organization achieve a 501(c)(3) status.

“In the moment, when you make a mistake, just remember that it will be okay. You will get through it. If you choose to continue rescuing, you will be able to.” - Kaitlyn Morris

Tune in to find out how you can start your own rescue in your community!

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Episode Timeline

[01:03] Introducing Kaitlyn Morris of Mandy’s Paws Rescue
[04:04] The obstacles in running a rescue organization
[07:25] Rescuing animals is a case-to-case basis
[11:42] The memorable story in helping animals
[15:06] The scope of Mandy’s Paws Rescue
[17:45] The goals of Mandy’s Paws Rescue
[20:00] The advice for rescue organizations
[21:30] The official social media channels of Mandy’s Paws Rescue