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  • Episode 6: Rethinking Animal Shelters: Innovating for Awareness and Adoption

    Episode 6: Rethinking Animal Shelters: Innovating for Awareness and Adoption
    2025/05/22
    In this episode of the Animal Welfare Podcast, Curtis Sliwa reflects on the program's history and evolution from being a live radio show on WABC since 2017 to its current podcast format. Since announcing a run for New York City mayoralty, Curtis outlines an innovative campaign platform centered on the first-ever 'Protect Animals' line. Discussing the significant challenge of no-kill shelters, the city's flawed shelter system run by Admiral Care and Control, and the issue of animal euthanasia, Nancy, an expert in animal welfare, explains the administration's failures and the urgent need for reform. Tune in for a deep dive into animal welfare issues and an inspiring vision for a more humane future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 分
  • Episode 5: The Future of Pet Nutrition with Dr. Douglas Howard and Dr. Jake Vandyke

    Episode 5: The Future of Pet Nutrition with Dr. Douglas Howard and Dr. Jake Vandyke
    2025/05/14
    On this episode, Curtis Sliwa welcomes Dr. Douglas Howard and Dr. Jake Vandyke to discuss the revolutionary pet supplement Dr. Phyto's Phytonutrients. This episode highlights the benefits of fruits and vegetables for pets, the science behind the new product, and the importance of proper pet nutrition. Dr. Howard, known for Balance of Nature, and Dr. Jake, a veterinarian, explain how Dr. Phyto's helps improve pets' overall health, from better coats to healthier digestion. The episode also discusses the historical context of pet food, the benefits of a nutrient-rich diet, and practical tips for pet owners to improve their pets' quality of life while potentially reducing veterinary costs. Listeners are encouraged to integrate this supplement into their pets' diets and are provided with information on how to purchase both Balance of Nature and Dr. Phyto's products. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    54 分
  • Episode 4: Fighting for the Voiceless with Bob Holden

    Episode 4: Fighting for the Voiceless with Bob Holden
    2025/05/07
    On this episode, Curtis and Nancy are joined by Councilman Bob Holden, a dedicated advocate for animal rights. The discussion covers a wide range of topics, including the unethical treatment of carriage horses in Central Park, the harmful practices in rodeos, and the conditions in urban wet markets. Councilman Holden shares his motivations and the legislative efforts he has spearheaded to protect animals. The conversation also touches on the importance of electing officials who genuinely care about animal welfare and the need for substantial reforms in the city's animal shelters to establish no-kill policies. Moreover, they introduce Alicia Unis, Holden's staff member and candidate on the Protect Animals independent line. The episode emphasizes the urgent need for humane treatment of animals and highlights ongoing efforts to make significant changes in animal welfare policies in New York City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 時間 5 分
  • Episode 3: Tackling Rescue, Reform, and Responsibility

    Episode 3: Tackling Rescue, Reform, and Responsibility
    2025/04/29
    On this episode, Nancy discusses her role in Curtis's mayoral campaign focusing on 'Protect Animals,' an independent line to address animal welfare topics. The episode touches on multiple concerns including medical assistance, pet food costs, public registries for animal abusers, no-kill shelters, and the elimination of sales tax on pet food. The couple elaborates on the challenges faced by animals during wildfires, dangerous rat poisons impacting urban wildlife, and calls for promoting cat colonies over toxic poisons for rodent control. They discuss Robert Holden’s bill addressing inhumane rodeo practices, the problematic sale of live chicks, and the risks of bird flu from urban wet markets. Additionally, the podcast covers stories of wild turkeys in urban areas and human impacts on wildlife. Curtis and Nancy conclude by emphasizing advocacy for rescue groups and the importance of recognizing volunteers' efforts in animal protection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 時間 5 分
  • Episode 2: Easter Animals, NYC Wildlife, & Protecting Pets in the Big City

    Episode 2: Easter Animals, NYC Wildlife, & Protecting Pets in the Big City
    2025/04/22
    Curtis and Nancy Sliwa discuss a range of animal-related issues. They announce that Curtis will run for mayor with an independent line devoted to animal welfare. As Easter approaches, Nancy highlights the problem of people impulsively buying rabbits and chicks, and the harsh realities these animals often face afterward. The conversation shifts to the issue of rabid raccoons in Long Island and raccoon sightings in New York City. They share an inspiring story of a ranch dog who saved a lost toddler and investigate the tragic case of a child mauled by pit bulls. Finally, Curtis and Nancy inform listeners about a wild turkey wandering Manhattan and the ongoing dangers of industrial farming and bird flu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    50 分
  • Episode 1: The Legacy of Rescue, Care, and Advocacy

    Episode 1: The Legacy of Rescue, Care, and Advocacy
    2025/04/16
    Curtis and Nancy Sliwa introduce the history and purpose of their animal-focused program, which started airing in 2017 on WABC. This shift to a podcast format allows them to continue their mission despite Curtis's mayoral campaign. They discuss a range of topics: the origin of their animal welfare efforts, their work with colony cats, the introduction of an animal protection unit to the Guardian Angels, and the tragic story of a Happy Cat Sanctuary in Long Island. They also discuss the legal and social challenges involving pets, including legislation inspired by tragic animal control incidents, the importance of bodega cats in New York City, and the therapeutic benefits of pet ownership. Curtis announces that animal welfare issues will be a central part of his campaign, with a goal to establish an Animal Welfare line on the mayoral ballot. The episode wraps up with an introduction to their website, guardianangels.org, for more resources and information on pet care and fostering. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    51 分