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[2/3] Dog transport: cautionary tales and a must-have checklist
In which Jill wishes she knew then what she knows now.
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[1/3] It’s time to talk about animal transport.
In which Jill shares some lessons learned when it comes to transporting shelter dogs.
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A tale of two shelters: The waiting room vs. the welcome mat.
In which Jill shares two very different adoption journeys.
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Who knows best for a shelter dog? (Hint: It’s not who you think.)
In which Jill almost breaks her own rule.
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Setting the record straight on the dog foster experience.
In which Jill shares how to fail at being a foster failure.
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How to introduce your new foster dog: 5 important steps.
In which Jill shares why people still have trouble with introductions.
8 things you should know before starting an animal rescue.
In which Jill subscribes to the theory “forewarned is forearmed.”
5 facts about hospice fosters.
In which Jill explains why the hard thing is the right thing.
Shelter adoption vs. rescue: What’s the difference?
In which Jill answers a question she was surprised to get.
My New Year’s resolution: Make animal rescue a spiritual practice.
In which Jill embraces beginner’s mind.
Suspect you might be dealing with a sketchy rescue? Watch for these signs.
In which Jill explains why forewarned is forearmed.
Have some questions about online pledging? Let’s break it down.
In which Jill explains the ins and outs and basic etiquette of online pledging—so you can decide for yourself.
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