Luca, Artemis and Otto

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 and 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, activities such as yoga and aquatics training, obedience, and agility. This podcast is sure to tug on your heartstrings; just listen to how sweet this one dog is! Tune in to hear more from Michael and Melissa Novelli as they discuss their passion for helping needy pups. Get ready for an exciting episode of Pawtastic Friends - The Paw Talk! In this episode, we feature Luca, Artemis, and Otto. Michael and Melissa are advocates for animal welfare and the driving forces behind the Jordan's Way fundraiser, a pivotal event that ensures the financial viability of their rescue center. Michael views the fundraiser as an opportunity to rally community support, organizing engaging activities like games and challenges to help reach their ambitious $25,000 goal. Melissa shares this enthusiasm, emphasizing the fundraiser's critical role in covering operational costs and the potential impact of businesses matching donations. Both are committed to the broader mission of animal rescue, with Melissa's Foster Initiative Project highlighting the need for compassionate foster homes to transform the lives of dogs like Luca and Artemis. Quotes "Sometimes different is good." - Melissa Novelli "That's what this center was built for—for those moments when you can help change lives." - Michael Novelli It was such a transformation when I was watching on the camera and I saw this dog become everything he could be. I was like, wow, you know, Michael." - Melissa Novelli Resources: Pawtastic Friends Donate to Pawtastic Friends Pawtastic Friends on Instagram Pawtastic Friends on Facebook Jordan’s Way US Tour Jordan’s Way visit to Pawtastic Friend’s in Las Vegas