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My Vet Told Me My Dog Only Had a Few Days to Live—And Now, She’s Thriving
Kinship.com
Laurie Hood, the founder of the Alaqua Animal Refuge in Freeport, Florida, says that she has heard about this happening many times. Sometimes, it may be a subtle comment like “there’s not much we can do,” while other times, parents are told that their dog is too old to justify treatment. This is particularly hard to hear when, as in my case, the pet is present and engaged.
Changing the Conversation on Animal Welfare: Advocacy, Empathy, and Action
Raising Happy Dogs with Sarah Hodgson
Sarah Hodgson sits down with Laurie Hood, founder of Alaqua Animal Refuge, to talk about the power of compassion and the urgent need for change in animal welfare. Laurie shares her journey from animal lover to legislative advocate, the challenges of rescuing at scale, and why empathy is key to lasting reform. From puppy mills to policy-making, you’ll learn how real progress starts with education, community, and a willingness to speak up. If you’ve ever wondered how to help, this episode will leave you feeling informed, inspired, and ready to act.
A NEW LEASH ON LIFE
Good Grit Magazine
South Walton Filmmakers Highlight Regional Biodiversity at Florida Film Festival Panel
Midbaynews.com
9 science-backed benefits of having a cat
Care.com
Play or Aggression? How to Interpret a Dog Who’s Showing Teeth
Kinship.com
How To Remove Barriers to Dog Adoption
Rover.com
Group Of Matted Rescue Dogs Stuns Rescuers After Losing Over 50 Pounds Of Fur
TheDodo.com
Neglected Poodles and Doodles Found Dirty and Matted Lose 51 Pounds of Filthy Fur During 3-Day Makeover (Exclusive)
People.com
Neglected animals saved by Alaqua Animal Refuge
MyPanhandle.com