Show notes
This week, we’re joined by Stephen Knight, founder of Dogs Matter, to talk about the incredible work his organization does to keep people in recovery and their beloved pets together. Plus, we’re joined in studio by our very special adoptable guest, Dumpling!
Dogs Matter:
https://www.dogsmatter2.org/
Intro song by @HoveyBenjamin
Chapters
0:00:00 | Intro
0:01:01 | Adoptable Special Guest Dumpling
0:05:03 | Stephen’s Life, Jayde, and Dogs Matter
0:21:50 | Contacting Dogs Matter and What Happens Next
0:27:10 | Finding Foster Families
0:31:05 | Dogs Matter Aftercare Program
0:33:57 | Dogs Matter Companion Recovery Program
0:35:40 | Combatting the Stigma Surrounding Addiction
0:38:38 | Success Stories and Empathy
0:43:18 | Dogs Matter’s Expansion into Southern California
0:45:46 | CNN’s Hero of the Year 2024
0:50:55 | Partnership with Project Street Vet
0:55:03 | Impact of Dogs Matter and the Future
1:00:30 | How to Help
1:04:11 | Last Looks with Dumpling
Adopt Dumpling From Episode 76
https://www.adoptapet.com/pet/48988294-van-nuys-california-terrier-unknown-type-medium-dachshund-mix
Adopt Keira From Episode 75
https://www.instagram.com/deservingdogs/
Adopt Giuseppe From Episode 74
https://www.angelcitypits.org/available-dogs#sl_embed&page=shelterluv_wrap_1673999443430%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2FACPB-A-117936
Adopt Bella From Episode 73
https://www.realgood.dog/adopt#sl_embed&page=shelterluv_wrap_1735772816%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2FRGR-A-319
Adopt Butterball From Episode 72!
https://www.petfinder.com/dog/butterball-b1ca93fc-4f83-4dfb-bd6b-916c575088a3/ca/west-hollywood/deserving-paws-ca3355/details/
Adopt Trudy From Episode 71!
https://www.adoptapet.com/pet/48035016-van-nuys-california-chihuahua-mix
Adopt Lilac From Episode 70
https://www.wagsandwalks.org/available-dogs-la/p/lilac
Adopt Khaleesi From Episode 69
https://www.realgood.dog/adopt#sl_embed&page=shelterluv_wrap_1735772816%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2FRGR-A-317
Adopt Jessica From Episode 68
https://www.realgood.dog/adopt#sl_embed&page=shelterluv_wrap_1735772816%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2FRGR-A-308
Adopt Harold From Episode 67
https://www.realgood.dog/adopt#sl_embed&page=shelterluv_wrap_1735772816%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2FRGR-A-293
Adopt Jimmy from Episode 66
https://www.realgood.dog/adopt#sl_embed&page=shelterluv_wrap_1735772816%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2FRGR-A-307
Adopt Sharon from Episode 65
https://www.wagsandwalks.org/available-dogs-la/p/sharon
Adopt Phyllis From Episode 63
https://www.realgood.dog/adopt#sl_embed&page=shelterluv_wrap_1735772816%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2FRGR-A-301
Adopt Martha From Episode 62!
https://www.realgood.dog/adopt#sl_embed&page=shelterluv_wrap_1735772816%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2FRGR-A-299
Adopt Cider From Episode 61!
https://www.wagsandwalks.org/available-dogs-la/p/cider
Adopt Prince Lionel From Episode 60!
https://www.adoptapet.com/pet/47071669-van-nuys-california-poodle-miniature-mix
Adopt Kiki Cupcake From Episode 59
https://shyclubrescue.com/dog/kiki-cupcake/!
Adopt Robin From Episode 57!
https://www.adoptapet.com/pet/47334358-van-nuys-california-chihuahua-mix
Adopt Jada From Episode 56!
https://www.wagsandwalks.org/available-dogs-la/p/jada
Adopt Lady From Episode 55!
https://www.realgood.dog/adopt#sl_embed&page=shelterluv_wrap_1735772816%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2FRGR-A-279
Adopt Little (Bald) Ricky & Desi From Episode 54!
https://www.angelcitypits.org/
Adopt Sprout From Episode 53!
https://www.petfinder.com/dog/sprout-bcbda34b-1fa1-4611-a7fd-c787e1a270ba/ca/north-hollywood/the-hit-living-foundation-ca2653/details/
Adopt Champ From Episode 52!
https://www.petfinder.com/dog/champ-3d278b42-71b0-4300-a43f-3f77f9890c66/ca/west-hollywood/maison-sure-ca3251/details/
Adopt Dakota From Episode 51!
https://www.realgood.dog/adopt#sl_embed&page=shelterluv_wrap_1735772816%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2FRGR-A-195
Adopt Yogi From Episode 49!
https://www.petfinder.com/dog/yogi-black-bear-48e4857a-a1c6-4259-ae0e-3825b826184a/ca/north-hollywood/the-hit-living-foundation-ca2653/details/
Adopt Tiger Lily From Episode 46!
https://www.adoptapet.com/pet/46632873-van-nuys-hound-unknown-type-mix
Adopt Jeff from Episode 45!
https://www.wagsandwalks.org/available-dogs-la/p/jeff
Adopt Miss Rachel From Episode 43!
https://www.petfinder.com/dog/miss-rachel-923bed8d-9c52-4faa-91db-7a2a84451456/ca/los-angeles/angel-city-pit-bulls-ca1714/details/
Adopt Robby From Episode 42!
https://animalcare.lacounty.gov/animal-care-centers/acc-agoura/
Adopt Jack From Episode 37!
https://www.petfinder.com/dog/jack-1b49488a-88ae-4ae8-ac07-68937da7b326/ca/gardena/pet-harbor-ca1064/details/
Adopt Biscuit From Episode 23!
https://www.wagsandwalks.org/available-dogs-la/p/biscuit
Adopt Opus From Episode 12!
https://www.angelcitypits.org/available-dogs#sl_embed&page=shelterluv_wrap_1673999443430%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2FACPB-A-6466
Adopt Missy From Episode 9!
https://www.petfinder.com/dog/missy-74278278/ca/north-hollywood/the-hit-living-foundation-ca2653/
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