In this episode of the Pawareness Podcast, we welcome Mirah Horowitz, the Founder and Executive Director of The Lucky Dog Animal Rescue. As a volunteer-run rescue based in Northern Virginia and the DC Metro Area, they rescue animals from high-kill shelters, especially those located in the rural south.

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue started in 2009 after Mirah gathered like-minded volunteers from the community who are passionate about rescuing animals. Mirah recalls how government service has inspired her to lend a helping hand for helpless animals who deserve to have a second chance in life with a forever home and loving families.

Despite its name, Lucky Dog Animal Rescue now offers an active program for cats in the community. Their mission is to connect potential adopters with animals who have been neglected, at risk of euthanasia, and in need of care and attention. Today, they also focus on addressing the prevalent issues concerning animals in their community.

“Our real mission is to try to help shelters that have no other help.” - Mirah Horowitz

Tune in to find out how you can start your own rescue and reach out to other shelters that need assistance in finding homes for animals!

Connect with The Lucky Dog Animal Rescue today!

Official website: https://www.luckydoganimalrescue.org/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Dcluckydog

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LuckyDogAnimalRescue

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dcluckydog/#

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/luckydoganimalrescue

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lucky-dog-animal-rescue/

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Episode Timeline

• 0:00 Introduction
• 2:12 How Lucky Dog Operates
• 3:51 How Lucky Dog Animal Rescue Started
• 5:36 Volunteers at The Lucky Dog Animal Rescue
• 7:06 Issues in the Community
• 9:34 Creative Fund-Raising Campaigns
• 12:23 The Impact of Community Teamwork
• 13:04 Future Plans
• 15:32 Connect with The Lucky Dog Animal Rescue!
• 16:52 Advice for Volunteers