Welcome to Pawtastic Friends: The Paw Talk. In this podcast, host Tom Fox will visit with Michael and Melissa Novelli, co-founders of Pawtastic Friends, as well as those who work with them at Pawtastic Friends. Michael and Melissa are dedicated to helping shelter and rescue dogs in the Las Vegas area become more adaptable through enrichment training and activities such as yoga and aquatics training, as well as obedience and agility. This podcast is sure to tug on your heartstrings; just listen to how sweet this one dog is! Tune in See more +

Welcome to Pawtastic Friends: The Paw Talk. In this podcast, host Tom Fox will visit with Michael and Melissa Novelli, co-founders of Pawtastic Friends, as well as those who work with them at Pawtastic Friends. Michael and Melissa are dedicated to helping shelter and rescue dogs in the Las Vegas area become more adaptable through enrichment training and activities such as yoga and aquatics training, as well as obedience and agility. This podcast is sure to tug on your heartstrings; just listen to how sweet this one dog is! Tune in now to hear more from Michael and Melissa Novelli as they discuss their passion for helping pups in need. Get ready for an exciting episode of Pawtastic Friends: The Paw Talk! In this episode, we feature Bogey, Prince, and Thor.

Michael Novelli and Melissa Novelli are dedicated individuals with a shared passion for animal welfare, particularly focusing on homeless rescue dogs. They tell us about two wonderful dogs available for adoption, Bogey and Prince, and one who was recently adopted, Thor. They also discuss the Pawtastic Friends upcoming Block Party fundraiser as a crucial community event that raises funds for local shelters and enrichment training centers. Melissa sees the fundraiser as a vital platform for community involvement, raising money for local shelters and acting as a voice for homeless rescue dogs. Her perspective is influenced by her volunteer work with rescue organizations and her experiences helping traumatized dogs overcome obstacles. Both Michael and Melissa believe in the power of community support and the positive impact it can have on the welfare of rescue dogs.

Quotes:

“He needs a hero.” – Melissa Novelli

“They’re probably never going to be that type of dog, but they still can be a dog that can live happily ever after. And those two deserve every bit of it.” – Melissa Novelli

“If you have any free time, volunteer. Because not only does volunteering enrich the lives of the organizations that you touch, but it enriches your life and makes you a better person.” – Melissa Novelli See less -