• Pawtastic Friends – The Paw Talk

  • By: Thomas R Fox
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Pawtastic Friends – The Paw Talk

By: Thomas R Fox
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  • Pawtastic Friends provides dog enrichment training for rescue dogs. In this podcast, host Tom Fox talks to Pawtastic Friends founders Michael and Melissa Novelli about their passion to help rescue dogs find their fur-ever home. You have here heart warming and some heart breaking stories from the Novellis and those who work to make Pawtastic Friends such a success. Listen in to Pawtastic Friends-The Paw Talk.
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  • Jax, Nova and Rome

    Jax, Nova and Rome
    Nov 21 2024
    Welcome to Pawtastic Friends-The Paw Talk. In this podcast, host Tom Fox will visit with Michael and Melissa Novelli, co-founders of Pawtastic Friends as well as those who work with them at Pawtastic Friends. Michael and Melissa are dedicated to helping shelter and rescue dogs in the Las Vegas area become more adaptable, through enrichment training and activities such as yoga and aquatics training, as well as obedience and agility. This podcast is sure to tug on your heart strings, just listen to how sweet this one dog is! Tune in now to hear more from Michael and Melissa Novelli as they discuss their passion for helping pups in need. Get ready for an exciting episode of Pawtastic Friends - The Paw Talk! In this episode, we feature Jax, Nova and Rome. Michael and Melissa Novelli are back to discuss the inspiring journeys of three rescue dogs: Jax, Nova, and Rome. Melissa shares heartwarming details about Jax, a lovable three-year-old pit bull, describing his sweet disposition and the joy he brings to everyone he meets. The importance of their Boarding Buddies program, which provides quality time, and essential walks for rescue dogs, is also emphasized. Michael then discusses Nova, a high-energy 13-month-old brown lab who loves swimming and is currently with their partner, Crazy for Paws. As Nova waits for her forever home, the importance of spaying and neutering pets to control the pet population is highlighted. Finally, Melissa shares the happy tale of Rome, a rescue dog who recently found his forever home after receiving confidence-building training, showcasing the impact of their facility and programs. In a heartwarming conclusion, the episode announces a special fundraiser in honor of Melissa's birthday, inviting listeners to contribute to the ongoing support of rescue dogs. Listeners are encouraged to adopt rather than shop for pets, to sponsor dogs, and to share the message to reach a broader audience. Quotes "He is kind of like one of those guys that just happy go, lucky, goes with the flow." - Melissa Novelli "It's not just a simple dog walk. It's just that you're helping this dog on its journey." - Melissa Novelli "When you get those happy stories like that, it makes it all worthwhile." Michael Novelli Resources Pawtastic Friends Donate to Pawtastic Friends Pawtastic Friends on Instagram Pawtastic Friends on Facebook Pawtastic Friends-Hope for the Holiday
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    11 mins
  • Queen, Cheba and Fanta

    Queen, Cheba and Fanta
    Nov 14 2024
    Welcome to Pawtastic Friends-The Paw Talk. In this podcast, host Tom Fox will visit with Michael and Melissa Novelli, co-founders of Pawtastic Friends as well as those who work with them at Pawtastic Friends. Michael and Melissa are dedicated to helping shelter and rescue dogs in the Las Vegas area become more adaptable, through enrichment training and activities such as yoga and aquatics training, as well as obedience and agility. This podcast is sure to tug on your heart strings, just listen to how sweet this one dog is! Tune in now to hear more from Michael and Melissa Novelli as they discuss their passion for helping pups in need. Get ready for an exciting episode of Pawtastic Friends - The Paw Talk! In this episode, we feature Queen, Cheba and Fanta. The annual fundraiser 'Hope for the Holidays,' organized by Pawtastic Friends, is a cherished community event aimed at supporting rescue dogs and raising awareness for breast cancer. Tom is particularly enthusiastic about the event's family-engaging features, such as Santa Claus taking pictures with dogs and local vendors, which not only entertain but also foster a strong community spirit. Michael also highlights the family-friendly nature of the fundraiser, emphasizing its role in educating children about dog rescue and celebrating the positive impact of such initiatives. Melissa underscores the importance of matching rescue dogs with the right families, sharing inspiring stories like Hope's successful adoption to emphasize the joy these connections can bring. Collectively, their perspectives reveal a deep commitment to both animal welfare and community engagement, making 'Hope for the Holidays' a heartwarming and impactful event. Quotes "She's got that sweet personality, she's energetic, but she's also got that spicy side." - Melissa Novelli "This facility costs about $250,000 a year to run. And we just do it on fundraisers and the generosity of people." - Michael Novelli Resources Pawtastic Friends Donate to Pawtastic Friends Pawtastic Friends on Instagram Pawtastic Friends on Facebook Pawtastic Friends-Hope for the Holiday
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    13 mins
  • Chance, Shakira and Hope

    Chance, Shakira and Hope
    Oct 3 2024
    Welcome to Pawtastic Friends-The Paw Talk. In this podcast, host Tom Fox will visit with Michael and Melissa Novelli, co-founders of Pawtastic Friends as well as those who work with them at Pawtastic Friends. Michael and Melissa are dedicated to helping shelter and rescue dogs in the Las Vegas area become more adaptable, through enrichment training and activities such as yoga and aquatics training, as well as obedience and agility. This podcast is sure to tug on your heart strings, just listen to how sweet this one dog is! Tune in now to hear more from Michael and Melissa Novelli as they discuss their passion for helping pups in need. Get ready for an exciting episode of Pawtastic Friends - The Paw Talk! In this episode, we feature Chance, Shakira and Hope. The annual fundraiser 'Hope for the Holidays,' organized by Pawtastic Friends, is a cherished community event aimed at supporting rescue dogs and raising awareness for breast cancer. Tom is particularly enthusiastic about the event's family-engaging features, such as Santa Claus taking pictures with dogs and local vendors, which not only entertain but also foster a strong community spirit. Michael also highlights the family-friendly nature of the fundraiser, emphasizing its role in educating children about dog rescue and celebrating the positive impact of such initiatives. Melissa underscores the importance of matching rescue dogs with the right families, sharing inspiring stories like Hope's successful adoption to emphasize the joy these connections can bring. Collectively, their perspectives reveal a deep commitment to both animal welfare and community engagement, making 'Hope for the Holidays' a heartwarming and impactful event. Quotes "Unfortunately, you know, some of these dogs get to, like, five, six, seven years old, and people don't want to give them a chance. And you know what? You should. They have a lot of life left and a lot of love to give you." – Melissa Novelli "It can be an important part of the process if the family already has a dog, because I really think it helps both the dog that's already been adopted and then the one you're adopting to, to really help socialize so people not want to think about that and use the facility to do that." Michael Novelli "Well, and that's why we have some educating classes before about explaining rescue to kids families. And everybody thinks it's cool to go buy a dog at a pet store. But the rescues are full of wonderful dogs." – Michael Novelli Resources Pawtastic Friends Donate to Pawtastic Friends Pawtastic Friends on Instagram Pawtastic Friends on Facebook
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    11 mins

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