How to Support Rescue Dogs Through Training, Enrichment, and the Messy Middle
Description
Think rescue is just about saving a dog? What if that dog ends up saving you?
In this emotional and eye-opening episode, Em celebrates Toby’s 12th Gotcha Day and sits down with Tracy Fosterling, a foster and rescue advocate who’s fostered over 60 dogs—many of them “unadoptable.” Together, they unpack the gritty, beautiful reality of what rescue really looks like: patience, partnership, training, enrichment, and second chances for dogs—and people.
In this episode:
Hear the real stories behind feral dogs, misunderstood behavior, and the power of trust
Learn why training and enrichment—not punishment—are essential to a rescue dog’s recovery
Discover how you can support rescue work, even if you can’t adopt or foster
Press play for an honest look at rescue, recovery, and what it truly means to show up for dogs when no one else will.
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This podcast explores real-life dog behavior and training, diving into reactivity, barking, dog anxiety, aggression, picky eating, gut health, and dog food—while unpacking enrichment, mental stimulation, supplements, calming aids, and holistic pet wellness. Whether you’re raising a rescue dog, supporting a senior dog, managing a velcro dog, or just navigating life with a dog who’s asking for more, you’ll find practical tools to build trust, strengthen communication, and create a safe, thriving life together.






