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May 7, 2025 • 58 mins

🐾 Did you know black dogs are often overlooked in shelters?

In this fun and heartfelt episode, Em chats with Kate—dog mom to Rick Ross the Boss Dawg—about Black Dog Syndrome, rescue life, training, and the many lessons sassy dogs can teach us.

šŸ’” Kate shares the joys and challenges of working in rescue, how the work fills her cup, and why it’s so important to advocate for misunderstood dogs. Whether you volunteer, foster, or just love a good rescue story, this episode will leave you inspired and smiling.

šŸŽ§ Tune in for a powerful conversation about compassion, community, and giving dogs the second chances they deserve.

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