The Bark: A Pet Podcast Unleashed

12/10/2025

🐕 🐈Today's International Animal Rights Day: A global observance dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of animal rights and advocating for the ethical and humane treatment of animals. It serves as a reminder that animals deserve respect, compassion, and protection from cruelty and exploitation.

If you haven't heard our very own episode of "Law and Order" (Episode 10), tune in today! Join us as we take a closer look at what’s really happening in Tennessee with animal laws — and what that means for you, your pets, and your community. While we may not have Mariska Hargitay, we do have animal advocate and attorney, Jessica Schultz, to share her insight.

👉Watch the episode here: youtube.com/watch?si=Xv49oaSmLXZQ5NWf&v=bbAMpcngM88&feature=youtu.be

Or find Episode 10 on your favorite streaming platforms:
👉 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆: https://open.spotify.com/show/157WDbqQ5jJ1R9n98tycrL
👉 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../the-bark-a.../id1825464110
👉 𝗔𝗺𝗮𝘇𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰: https://music.amazon.com/.../d4c11569-0b7b-4b85-8307...

12/06/2025

We don’t have merch for The Bark just yet—but our Laws Saving Paws online store is open! Shopping there is a great way to support the podcast and raise awareness about the animal crisis happening here in Tennessee. We also just dropped an exclusive holiday collection. 🎄🐾

Have a look today! www.lawssavingpaws.org/shop

We need to be clear and concise in our proposals for new laws. From introducing innovative ways to drive accountability to evolving laws that are already in place, the road starts here.

12/05/2025

This is one of the many reasons we discuss why you should NEVER buy puppies from the side of the road!! 🚗

In episode 15 of the Bark, “Stop it!” Our Christmas Wishlist, we go into detail on more of the negative consequences of purchasing puppies this way.

From scams to viruses infecting your household/current dogs to supporting this behavior we dive into all of the negatives and how to responsibly bring a dog into your household. Listen to episode 15 to learn more on how to stop this behavior and the responsible way to purchase a puppy/dog this holiday season! 🎄

12/03/2025

𝗡𝗢𝗪 𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗚!
𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝟭𝟱: "𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝗶𝘁!" 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗪𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁

The holidays are here 🎄—but for our animals here in Tennessee, it can be a dangerous time. In this episode of The Bark, we cover the do’s and don’ts for keeping pets safe, and how just the smallest of actions can help reverse the animal crisis. 🐕 🐾

We'll talk about why you need to STOP buying puppies from irresponsible breeders—and why you should never take a “free” puppy from someone you don’t trust. We'll also tell you why foster-to-adopt may be the best gift you give an animal—and share tips to keep your own pets safe from holiday hazards like decorations, toxic foods, and stressful gatherings.

Tune in today!

👉 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗯𝗲: www.youtube.com/-LSP,
👉 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆: https://open.spotify.com/show/157WDbqQ5jJ1R9n98tycrL
👉 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../the-bark-a.../id1825464110
👉 𝗔𝗺𝗮𝘇𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰: https://music.amazon.com/.../d4c11569-0b7b-4b85-8307...

12/01/2025

The conflict between pets and farms is real. 🚜

In this clip from Episode 14: “When the Crisis Hits the Farm,” we share a story about a dog chasing cows, which can affect everything from the farmer’s bottom line to the quality of the beef!

We discuss the tough realities, like dogs getting shot in rural areas, and how organizations like the Farm Bureau are essential in advocating for both animals and farmers during a crisis.

We need to understand both sides of the story.

If you enjoy our talks and want to support our mission, donate through the link in our bio! 🎧

11/21/2025

𝗡𝗢𝗪 𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗚!
𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝟭𝟰: 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘀 𝗛𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺

Tennessee’s animal crisis is growing — and its impact is now hitting our farms. 🐐 Stray and roaming dogs, driven by a lack of breeding laws and limited spay/neuter access and regulation, are creating real risks for livestock, safety, and rural communities. In this episode, we'll ask the big question: 𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙧𝙤𝙡𝙚 𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙡𝙙 𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙫𝙮 𝙝𝙞𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧, 𝙁𝙖𝙧𝙢 𝘽𝙪𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙪 𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙮 𝙞𝙣 𝙖𝙙𝙙𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖 𝙘𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙞𝙨 𝙣𝙤𝙬 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝙘𝙤𝙧𝙣𝙚𝙧 𝙤𝙛 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙚?

We believe progress is impossible without partnership. Tune in as we break down the crisis and talk about a collaboration that could protect both animals and the agricultural backbone of our state.

👉 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗯𝗲: www.youtube.com/-LSP,
👉 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆: https://open.spotify.com/show/157WDbqQ5jJ1R9n98tycrL
👉 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../the-bark-a.../id1825464110
👉 𝗔𝗺𝗮𝘇𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰: https://music.amazon.com/.../d4c11569-0b7b-4b85-8307...

11/11/2025

Today we stop and pay tribute to all those who served our country – including the 4-legged companions who stood by their side. We're forever grateful for your sacrifice. Please remember to thank a veteran today, and every day.

11/01/2025

𝗡𝗢𝗪 𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗚!
𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝟭𝟯: 𝗔 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗼𝗲𝘀

Want to know what's scarier than any True Crime documentary, serial killers that never seem to die, or the prices of Halloween candy? 🎃

𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗩𝗔, 𝟭𝟳 𝘃𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝗲 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘀𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗲. 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄𝘀 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗧𝗲𝗻𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝟭𝟴𝟰 𝘃𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟮. - 𝗨𝗦 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝘁. 𝗼𝗳 𝗩𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗳𝗳𝗮𝗶𝗿𝘀

On our latest episode of The Bark, we talk candidly with Monica Piper, Veteran and Executive Director of Warrior Freedom Service Dogs – a Tennessee organization committed to helping veterans with service induced brain injuries reconnect through the unconditional love of a service dog. 🇺🇸🐕

As we face a growing animal crisis, we must rethink the value society puts on a dog’s life. If you or someone you know has ever doubted the worth of one animal’s life, this episode will change your mind and we urge you to listen and share it.

Tune in wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts!

👉 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗯𝗲: www.youtube.com/-LSP
👉 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆: https://open.spotify.com/show/157WDbqQ5jJ1R9n98tycrL
👉 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../the-bark-a.../id1825464110
👉 𝗔𝗺𝗮𝘇𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰: https://music.amazon.com/.../d4c11569-0b7b-4b85-8307...

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