Show Notes

• 3:10  — We take a moment to recognize the importance and express our support of the racial justice movement in response to the recent killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis.
• 5:26  — We share a list of reputable organizations working to further the cause of racial justice.
• 14:30  — Is a pet store a good place to find a pet to adopt?
• 15:00  — What is a puppy mill and what kinds of conditions do animals endure in puppy mills.
• 18:49  — Darren recommends a Netflix series called Rotten that exposes the realities of our food chain.
• 20:26  — How to find a reputable pet seller.
• 22:02  — How to identify a responsible breeder.
• 24:40  — Darren shares how he and his wife, Mardee, confirmed that the rescue they worked with in Texas to adopt Ellie was reputable.
• 26:28  — Online resources for finding a new pet.
• 28:00  — What to expect when adopting a new pet including what fees and costs are appropriate.
• 31:13  — Using the breeder or rescue organization to learn about your new pet.
• 36:26  — Resources to find service animals.
• 39:30  — How to help your local animal rescue services.
• 40:30  — Different categories of service animals.
• 43:25  — Other things to consider before adopting a new pet.
• 47:35  — The surge of adoptable ducklings and rabbits that occurs right after Easter.
• 48:30  — Darren advocates for pet insurance.

Mentions

• 💲 Pet Insurance research: Consumer’s Advocate review of pet insurers
• 🐕‍🦺 Organization: Dogs for the Disabled
• 🐕‍🦺 Organization: Canine Partners for Life
• 🐕‍🦺 Organization: American Foundation for the Blind
• 🐕‍🦺 Organization: Canine Good Citizen program from the American Kennel Society (AKC)
• 📰 Website :Petfinder.com
• 📰 Website: Adopt-a-pet.com