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EPISODE · Dec 9, 2025 · 14 MIN

Rescuing Dogs & Salespeople

from Make Your Day Richer · host Richard Wilmore

Ian Spandow, co-founder of Spandow House Dog Rescue in Northern California, is here!. What began as a passion for fostering has grown into a sanctuary for high-care dogs—those often overlooked or deemed “unadoptable.” Ian shares how he and his wife transformed their nine-acre countryside home into a haven where over 250 dogs have found healing, hope, and forever families.You'll learn:- The origins of Spandow House and Ian’s lifelong connection to dogs- Stories of resilience, including how some dogs “choose” their adopters- The challenges of running a rescue with limited resources and high veterinary costs- How social media and community support fuel adoptions and awareness- Ian’s book "Rescuing Dogs and Salespeople", a memoir that blends his career highs and lows with lessons learned from rescue workThis episode is a moving reminder of the impact one family can make when they dedicate themselves to compassion. Whether you’re a dog lover, an aspiring rescuer, or simply someone who believes in leaving the world better than you found it, Ian’s story will inspire you to act with heart.

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