In this inspiring episode of Nonprofit Spotlight, we sit down with Dr. Amber Burton, veterinarian, CEO, and founder of Wolf Trap Animal Rescue (WTAR). What began in her home with 30 puppies has grown into a life-saving operation that has rescued and rehomed over 12,000 animals in just ten years. WTAR specializes in transporting at-risk puppies and kittens—primarily from Mississippi—out of overcrowded, under-resourced shelters where they face euthanasia due to illness, overpopulation, and lack of adoptive homes.
Dr. Burton shares the heartbreaking realities of animal overpopulation in rural areas and how WTAR’s veterinarian-led model sets them apart, focusing first and foremost on the health and well-being of each animal. We dive into the power of short-term fostering (just a three-week commitment!) and how community members can become part of this rescue mission. Whether you're a pet lover, animal advocate, or someone looking for meaningful ways to give back, this conversation will move and motivate you.
Tune in to hear Dr. Burton’s journey, the incredible work WTAR is doing, and how you can help save lives—one pet at a time.
Learn more at: https://www.wtarescue.com/
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