In this compelling episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, Em sits down with Zach Skow, the visionary founder of Marley's Mutts and the Pawsitive Change Program. Zach shares his inspiring journey from battling end-stage liver disease to establishing a groundbreaking initiative that pairs rescue dogs with incarcerated individuals for mutual rehabilitation.
Discover how the Pawsitive Change Program not only saves dogs from high-kill shelters but also provides inmates with vocational training and emotional healing through canine companionship.
Zach's story is a testament to the transformative power of second chances and the profound impact of the human-animal bond.
Tune in to learn about the challenges and triumphs of this innovative program and how it's creating hope and opportunity for both people and pets.
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