Keep it Humane

Jan 28 2025 222 ep. 45 mins 8
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Welcome to Keep it Humane: The Podcast(formerly known as The Animal Control Report)! Hosts Daniel Ettinger, Ashley Bishop and Ashlee Bishop explore animal welfare, including animal control, shelters, advocacy, and community care. From rescues to case studies, we highlight the work of officers, experts, and shelter staff. Whether you’re an animal lover, vet, or officer, tune in as we change perceptions, connect professionals, and celebrate animal welfare. Discover how we Help People Help Animals!

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Do You Take Your Work Home? (Episode 256)

Jan 28 2025 24 mins  
In this episode of Keep it Humane: The Podcast, Daniel and Ashley break down a controversial incident in Jacksonville, Florida, involving an off-duty animal control officer and a 5-year-old pit bull named Luna. What started as an off-leash dog enjoying a routine outing turned into a heated confrontation, leaving the community and social media buzzing. We explore the complexities of

Supporting People and Animals (Episode 255)

Jan 21 2025 66 mins  
In this episode of Keep it Humane: The Podcast, hosts Daniel Ettinger, Ashlee Bishop and Ashley Bishop are joined by Hanna Lentz, Executive Director of Supporting People and Animal Relationships for Change (SPARC). Hanna shares how SPARC is revolutionizing the animal welfare field by harnessing the power of storytelling and impactful messaging to create meaningful change for animal

Dogfighting at the Pentagon (Episode 254)

Jan 14 2025 64 mins  
In this deeply unsettling episode of Keep it Humane: The Podcast, hosts Daniel Ettinger and Ashley Bishop are joined by Kevin Hearst from Don't F Up the Podcast to unpack the horrifying details of the dogfighting case involving Fredrick Douglas Moorefield Jr., a former Pentagon official. Moorefield, a high-ranking Department of Defense employee, was recently sentenced to 18 months

New Year, New Name (Episode 253)

Jan 07 2025 43 mins  
This episode is sponsored by Tomahawk Live Trap. Check them out at livetrap.com In this exciting episode of Keep it Humane: The Podcast, hosts Daniel Ettinger, Ashlee Bishop, and Ashley Bishop unveil the show's new name and broader focus. Formerly The Animal Control Report, the podcast has evolved into Keep it Humane to better reflect its mission of supporting animal control office

The Veterinary Professional Associate: Unpacking the Impact of Proposition 129 (Bonus Episode)

Dec 03 2024 42 mins  
In this collaborative episode of The Animal Control Report and The Animal Welfare Junction, hosts Daniel Ettinger and Dr. Michelle Gonzalez dive into one of the most debated topics in animal welfare today: Colorado’s newly passed Proposition 129. Joining the discussion is Ali Mickelson, Senior Director of Advocacy and Education at the Denver Dumb Friends League, a key advocate fo

SMART Shelters (From the Animal Welfare Junction Podcast)

Nov 26 2024 48 mins  
In this special crosspost episode of The Animal Welfare Junction, Dr. Michelle Gonzalez (Dr. G) sits down with Daniel Ettinger, host of The Animal Control Report, for an inspiring conversation about SMART animal shelters. SMART—Save More Animals Responsibly Together—represents a forward-thinking approach to animal welfare, focusing on collaboration, community needs, and sustain

Shelter Animals Count: Data That Saves Lives (Episode 252)

Nov 19 2024 48 mins  
In the season finale of The Animal Control Report, hosts Daniel, Ashley, and Ashlee sit down with Tori Fugate, Chief Communications Officer for Shelter Animals Count, to discuss the transformative role of data transparency in animal welfare. With her extensive experience as a communications professional and her leadership at Missouri’s largest shelter, KC Pet Project, Tori brings

Kristen Hassen’s $2,500,000 Investment in Riverside Animal Services (Episode 251)

Nov 12 2024 47 mins  
In this solo-hosted episode of *The Animal Control Report*, Daniel Ettinger sits down with Kristen Hassen, Principal and Founder of Outcomes for Pets Consulting, LLC, to explore the latest trends and strategies shaping the future of animal sheltering and welfare. Kristen, a nationally recognized leader and innovator in the field, brings a wealth of experience from managing some of

Beyond the Badge: Navigating Compassion Fatigue in Animal Welfare (Episode 250)

Nov 05 2024 49 mins  
In this heartfelt episode, hosts Daniel Ettinger and Ashley Bishop take a deep dive into compassion fatigue, a challenge that touches nearly everyone in the field of animal welfare. They explore the emotional toll that rescuing, sheltering, and caring for animals can take on dedicated professionals and the strategies to manage it effectively. With personal stories, insights from th

Ditiching the Dog Catcher (Episode 249)

Oct 29 2024 58 mins  
*The Animal Control Report*, hosts Ashlee, Ashley, and Daniel sit down with Mark Sloat, a longtime animal welfare professional with a wealth of knowledge and a dedication to moving the field forward. Mark shares insights from his career and discusses the future of animal control, touching on the challenges and innovations that can help improve the profession. In the spirit of Hallo