They Rescue "Uncatchable" Dogs! | Speaking of Pets episode 90 - Vanessa Petrosky Take 2

We’re back with Vanessa Petrosky, founder of Remy’s Pet Recovery, for a powerful Take 2 of one of our most loved episodes — all about what really happens when a dog goes missing and how one small nonprofit in Northeast Ohio is quietly saving lives.Vanessa walks us through her current tough case, Cooper the border collie, and explains why well-meaning people chasing, calling, and “trying to help” actually make things worse. She breaks down what to do (and absolutely NOT do) the moment your dog goes missing, why lost dogs go into survival mode, and how she uses traps, cameras, maps, and community cooperation to safely bring terrified dogs home.We also dig into:- Why you should never post live sightings with exact locations on social media- How to use flyers, mapping, and food stations the right way- Why newly adopted dogs must decompress before walks, stores, and groomers- Martingale collars, slip leads, microchips, GPS collars & keeping escape artists safe- Working with (and sometimes around) well-intended police and neighbors- The emotional story of Mira, a dog-fighting survivor who learned how to be loved- Vanessa’s biggest pet peeve: “He always comes back… until he doesn’t.”You’ll also hear how Remy’s is funded, how their annual fundraiser keeps them going, and why Vanessa’s car looks like a cross between a rescue truck and a survival kit.If you love dogs, foster, adopt, or just want to be the person who actually helps instead of accidentally hurting, this episode is a must-listen.👉 Learn more or donate: Remy’s Pet Recovery (Northeast Ohio) 👉 Pro tip: Save their info before you ever need it.https://remispetrecovery.org/-----All footage is owned by SLA Video Productions.