So You Want to Run a Dog Rescue? A Podcast

21/07/2025

In 2.27 we finally let Jonathan Nordin on the podcast. (There was a probationary period after the whole Sinister filter fiasco). We sort of regret asking him about his least favorite foster, and he had a lot to say -- about Brigid.

But we want to know: Is she actually ugly? Or was it just the trauma memory from thousands of dollars in destruction, saintly nurse care, dog aggression and separation anxiety that rivaled Rolex? You be the judge.

Full episode here --> https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/CH9rBPsv7Ub

12/07/2025

Episode 2.27 Coming soon(ish) 2.5 hrs with Jonathan Nordin who has the most inside scoop from the very beginning of the rescue, including and unfiltered opinions. This one will be worth the wait...

08/07/2025

In Episode 2.25, we react to a deeply troubling “training” video recently shared by our former partner Amy Pishner of Valor K9. What’s shown is not just inappropriate—it’s abusive. This kind of handling harms not only the dog involved, but the credibility of ethical, balanced trainers and rescues who believe in humane rehabilitation.

Having worked with Valor K9 over the years, we never expected to see something like this. When we reached out for comment, Amy’s response was even more disturbing. Rather than acknowledging the emotional, aggressive handling of a shut-down puppy as a serious mistake—one that never should have happened, much less been posted—she doubled down. Her defense leaned on the old "lack of context" excuse, suggesting the ends justified the means, with no accountability or insight.

For what it’s worth: the dog’s owners have since removed the puppy from her care.

We talk through what happened, why it matters, and what everyone—rescues, trainers, and dog owners—should take away from this moment. Listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6ZiQedkAAoeFEnihJPMvtI?si=QfSoAwy_RhWOSMq3o34iaQ

25/06/2025

Before 2.24 drops make sure to check out 2.23 in which we dish on the latest foster fiasco, call out a couple fake reputable GSD breeders on the S**t List, and answer a ton of your questions.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4thDhox78L4bC9Mb6Xhbyw?si=4c3bf40d96a049b6

Also, we confess that in fact, Shadowfax is not perfect: See video evidence of his toilet swimming. Pro Tip: Avoid potty training a puppy and a toddler at the same time. There's just not enough supervision to go around.

21/06/2025

How about a win? Here's Declan's adopter. Little Dicky, mister eat the birds and scream at everything scruff-monster got his happily ever after. This turd got DGS not one but TWO 1-* Yelp Reviews because poor entitled first time dog owners in apartments couldn't adopt the scruffy cute terrier they saw online... womp.womp.

Here all about his Happy Ending, plus two GSD breeders on our s**t list for basically false advertising, and a little rant on the foster fiasco aka s**t show that is our lives RN. Enjoy:

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4thDhox78L4bC9Mb6Xhbyw?si=xZi5BrL8Ru6MAEQZzok8tA

03/06/2025

In Episode 2.21, we wax poetic on the Great Pyrenees and also, fire a foster.
Spoiler alert: Jenny has Jon's buy in for a foster fail and that is very special.

Listen here --> https://open.spotify.com/episode/5FRoHwqtkHPt9vVAiUCBnL?si=Qr3rXTxmR82XfJGP7putZA

02/06/2025

You guys... check this out and let us know what you think! For Episode 2.21 we have a video! All the clips we intend to share on social (but usually don't get around to) are now available to watch along with the pod! You can still listen as usual on Spotify.

  Hello and welcome to season two, episode 21 of, So You Want to Run a Dog Rescue? I'm Jenny Nordin. And I'm Ashlyn Kauh. And together we run the largest foster based rescue in the Pacific Northw

29/05/2025

Piggybacking of 2.19 'What Makes a Good Rescue,' in 2.20 we share a few above and beyond examples of support for our community... just in the last week!

Listen to the full episode here --> https://open.spotify.com/episode/3DZ4IfEFpDmz4GgubdvqT3?si=bo7dFUpQQhikEz-6ly5-_g

Also (from 2.20) please enjoy this video of good girl Jazzmin practicing some leash skills with DGS adopter, finder and foster for Jazzmin Kurt and wife Yvonne (not pictured). It was such a relief to see these folks demonstrate a true understanding of and commitment to Jazzmin. It's almost like they've owned German Shepherds their whole lives!