Michael Hingson and his guide dog Roselle were on the 78th floor of the World Trade Center’s north tower on 9/11. He shares that story in the New York Times bestseller Thunder Dog: The True Story of a Blind Man, His Guide Dog & the Triumph of Trust at Ground Zero. On this episode, we discuss that book and the tragedy and heroism of that day along with his latest book, Live Like A Guide Dog: True Stories from a Blind Man and His Dogs about Being Brave, Overcoming Adversity, and Moving Forward in Faith.

Micheal is available to speak on his 9/11 experience but also on perseverance, the importance of teamwork and trust, moving from diversity to inclusion, and offering adaptive technology training. He hosts The Unstoppable Mindset Podcast: where inclusion, diversity and the unexpected meet.

MichaelHingson.com

MichaelHingson.com/podcast

Facebook.com/michael.hingson.author.speaker

You Tube.com/user/mhingson

LinkedIn.com/in/michaelhingson

If you enjoyed this interview, check out the many authors who have been a guest on Dog Words by searching the key word “author” at RosieFund.org/podcast.

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Music for this episode is provided by alternative string duo, The Wires. Visit them at TheWires.info. Learn fiddle and cello-fiddle online — even if you've never played before — from Laurel Morgan Parks and Sascha Groshang at FiddleLife.com.

Make a donation at RosieFund.org or through our Facebook page. You can contribute by making a purchase from the store on our website or buying a t-shirt at Bonfire.com. Also check out our page on BarkYours, the online mall with gifts for people who love their dogs.

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CEO and Founder of KetoNatural Pet Foods, Daniel Schulof, returns to explain the new Pet Food Nutrition Facts labeling system and what it means for pet owners. We also get an update on his company’s lawsuit that, if successful, will have a transformative impact on the pet food industry. Even if you are not a pet owner, Dan’s visits are always lively, engaging, and informative. His story offers insight into the challenges that startups can face against the big players in any industry.

The KetoNatural fundraising campaig

The new Pet Nutrition Facts label

KetoNatural online:

KetoNaturalPetFoods.com

Instagram.com/ketonaturalpetfoods

Facebook.com/ketonaturalpetfoods

YouTube.com/channel/UC3zjG_ADUs14xBIJZcUZ8Lw/videos

TikTok.com/@ketonaturalpetfoods

Listen to Daniel’s previous visits to Dog Words:

0507: Big Dog Food with Daniel Schulof

0419: Canine Nutrition with Daniel Schulof

Support Rosie Fund by booking a session with BigfootPetPhotography.com.

Music for this episode is provided by alternative string duo, The Wires. Visit them at TheWires.info. Learn fiddle and cello-fiddle online — even if you've never played before — from Laurel Morgan Parks and Sascha Groshang at FiddleLife.com.

Make a donation at RosieFund.org or through our Facebook page. You can contribute by making a purchase from the store on our website or buying a t-shirt at Bonfire.com. Also check out our page on BarkYours, the online mall with gifts for people who love their dogs.

Rosie Fund online:
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Arthur von Wiesenberger, executive producer and host of AnimalZone, discusses the creation of his delightful and informative program. Watch hundreds of episodes on the website or the linked Vimeo and YouTube channels.

The AnimalZone online:

AnimalZone.org

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Vimeo

Youtube

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Dog Words wolf series:

0420: Wolves of Maine Sanctuary with Kim Printy and Chelsea Morey

0421: Sacred Paws with Stephanie Smith

0422: Wolves of Maine Sanctuary with Stephanie Smith

Monica Rua & Carie Broecker visited Dog Words and AnimalZone.

Listen: 0403: Peace of Mind Dog Rescue

Watch: AnimalZone Season 3 Episode 7

Bar K’s Closing Announcement

Support Rosie Fund by booking a session with BigfootPetPhotography.com.

Music for this episode is provided by alternative string duo, The Wires. Visit them at TheWires.info. Learn fiddle and cello-fiddle online — even if you've never played before — from Laurel Morgan Parks and Sascha Groshang at FiddleLife.com.

Make a donation at RosieFund.org or through our Facebook page. You can contribute by making a purchase from the store on our website or buying a t-shirt at Bonfire.com. Also check out our page on BarkYours, the online mall with gifts for people who love their dogs.

Rosie Fund online:
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Dr. Cliff Redford spends his days caring for companion pets at his clinic in Toronto and his off-hours rescuing animals across the globe. Join us for an entertaining and educational discussion of his travels.

Dr. Cliff Redford online:

DrCliff.ca

Facebook.com/WellingtonVeterinaryHospital

Instagram.com/wellingtonveterinary

YouTube.com/DrCliffWorldwideVet

Some other veterinarians who have visited Dog Words:

0401: Dr. Doug Mader discusses the amazing human-animal bond in his book The Vet at Noah’s Ark: Stories of Survival from an Inner-City Animal Hospital.

0414: Dr. Molly Ebinger discusses her first trip to the Femund Race in Norway.

0201: Dr. Vern Otte shares his tales as a volunteer veterinarian with the last great race—the Iditarod.

Sunflower Farm Creamery’s YouTube channel will mesmerize you with hours of goat videos like these:

Quadruplet goat babies in pajamas

Goats kids play with kittens

Support Rosie Fund by booking a session with BigfootPetPhotography.com.

Music for this episode is provided by alternative string duo, The Wires. Visit them at TheWires.info. Learn fiddle and cello-fiddle online — even if you've never played before — from Laurel Morgan Parks and Sascha Groshang at FiddleLife.com.

Make a donation at RosieFund.org or through our Facebook page. You can contribute by making a purchase from the store on our website or buying a t-shirt at Bonfire.com. Also check out our page on BarkYours, the online mall with gifts for people who love their dogs.

Rosie Fund online:
RosieFund.org
Facebook.com/rosiefund
Instagram.com/rosiefund
YouTube.com/rosiefund

2025 Pooch Playoff participant and benefactor Jane Crampton and I discuss our shared love of dogs and how dog ownership impacts house shopping.

If you’re looking for a realtor in the Kansas City area, you can find Jane at JaneSellsKC.com.

Support Rosie Fund by booking a session with BigfootPetPhotography.com.

Music for this episode is provided by alternative string duo, The Wires. Visit them at TheWires.info. Learn fiddle and cello-fiddle online — even if you've never played before — from Laurel Morgan Parks and Sascha Groshang at FiddleLife.com.

Make a donation at RosieFund.org or through our Facebook page. You can contribute by making a purchase from the store on our website or buying a t-shirt at Bonfire.com. Also check out our page on BarkYours, the online mall with gifts for people who love their dogs.

Rosie Fund online:
RosieFund.org
Facebook.com/rosiefund
Instagram.com/rosiefund
YouTube.com/rosiefund

Tricia Montgomery channeled grief and love into a passion that’s saving lives and giving dog owners the knowledge they need to give their beloved pets the best life possible. Visit the Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement at aplb.org to learn more about resources to help with one of life’s most challenging transitions and go to MoosesMarch.com to learn about the Moose approved badges for consumers and how you can partner as a vendor. Perhaps most importantly, you can access education, awareness, and early cancer detection tests for dogs. Tricia also mentions the National Canine Cancer Foundation is a dog charity that strives to eliminate cancer as a major health problem in dogs through education, outreach, and research. Learn more at WeAreTheCure.org.

I know we ask a lot from our Dog Words listeners: donate, volunteer, subscribe, share. Today, I’m making a special plea for you to share, not just all the great videos we post of these wonderful dogs, but this specific episode. Whatever podcast platform you’re using, there’s a button that allows you to pass along Tricia’s important message. Everyone needs to hear it. And I have one more favor to ask: share a second episode with that person, not just this one. Browse our archives for an episode that you think they would particularly enjoy. Our guest list includes fiction and non-fiction authors, entrepreneurs, researchers, veterinarians, animal welfare advocates, dear friends, and more. If you enjoy Dog Words, let others know.

Support Rosie Fund by booking a session with BigfootPetPhotography.com.

Music for this episode is provided by alternative string duo, The Wires. Visit them at TheWires.info. Learn fiddle and cello-fiddle online — even if you've never played before — from Laurel Morgan Parks and Sascha Groshang at FiddleLife.com.

Make a donation at RosieFund.org or through our Facebook page. You can contribute by making a purchase from the store on our website or buying a t-shirt at Bonfire.com. Also check out our page on BarkYours, the online mall with gifts for people who love their dogs.

Rosie Fund online:
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Facebook.com/rosiefund
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YouTube.com/rosiefund

A 2025 Pooch Playoff sponsor and dog lover, Peggy Shroeder shares what she’s learned from dogs and how hers help her give back.

Kona videos on YouTube.com/RosieFund:

Will You Be This Dog’s Hero? Adopt Kona!

What You Get When You Adopt Kona the Dog

To learn more about Kona or to submit an adoption application, go to AlwaysAndFurever.org.

From the Dog Words archive:

0515: Melissa & Jon Hill with Tripawd Phillip

Support Rosie Fund by booking a session with BigfootPetPhotography.com.

Music for this episode is provided by alternative string duo, The Wires. Visit them at TheWires.info. Learn fiddle and cello-fiddle online — even if you've never played before — from Laurel Morgan Parks and Sascha Groshang at FiddleLife.com.

Make a donation at RosieFund.org or through our Facebook page. You can contribute by making a purchase from the store on our website or buying a t-shirt at Bonfire.com. Also check out our page on BarkYours, the online mall with gifts for people who love their dogs.

Rosie Fund online:
RosieFund.org
Facebook.com/rosiefund
Instagram.com/rosiefund
YouTube.com/rosiefund

Creator and designer Linda Brown brings Nicole Rilinger and Nic Bair from her team at Dub Dog Designs to discuss the company’s founding, growth, and spirit of giving.

Dub Dog online:

DubDog.pet

Facebook.com/DubDogDesigns

Instagram.com/DubDogDesigns

Dub Dog was one of the generous sponsors of the 2025 Pooch Playoffs. Adoptable dog Kona—pictured in this episode’s thumbnail wearing her Dub Dog collar—represented our region and won the international round of voting. She is a worthy champion but she’s still looking for her forever home. Visit her page on the Always & Furever Midwest Animal Sanctuary website and share her Rosie Fund YouTube video to help sweet Kona find her forever family.

Support Rosie Fund by booking a session with BigfootPetPhotography.com.

Music for this episode is provided by alternative string duo, The Wires. Visit them at TheWires.info. Learn fiddle and cello-fiddle online — even if you've never played before — from Laurel Morgan Parks and Sascha Groshang at FiddleLife.com.

Make a donation at RosieFund.org or through our Facebook page. You can contribute by making a purchase from the store on our website or buying a t-shirt at Bonfire.com. Also check out our page on BarkYours, the online mall with gifts for people who love their dogs.

Rosie Fund online:
RosieFund.org
Facebook.com/rosiefund
Instagram.com/rosiefund
YouTube.com/rosiefund