Pawsitive Change Program Rehabilitates Dogs And Inmates: Troy’s Journey
When Troy McDaniel was in prison, he got stuck in a routine, going to the yard and reading books in his spare time. When Pawsitive Change Program, a comprehensive inmate-canine training program that takes place over a three-month period, came to his prison, he decided to give it a go. Little did he know, this would forever change his life.
‘Have A Heart Humane Society’ Helps Tehachapi’s Pets In Need
In 2010, Chelley and Gina started Have a Heart Humane Society and, in 2016, opened a thrift store called ‘Rescued Treasures’ that helps to fund the foster care program for 20 to 50 animals per month…
Sabrina Somma’s ‘K911 ResQ’ Saves Dogs That Need It The Most
Along with KTLA's Kacey Montoya, Sabrina started the nonprofit, K911 ResQ, run entirely by volunteers, and on fundraiser and donor funds. The rescue organization helps dogs in extreme cases of neglect, health crisis and emergency.
Rescuing A Community: Zach Skow Of Marley's Mutts
“[The food drive] was an improvisational response to COVID-19 and the heartbreaking messages we were receiving,” Skow says. “A lot of people don’t realize how poor Kern County is. We are simultaneously hit with an oil crisis and agricultural devastation. These factors have combined to create a perfect storm of desperation.”