Step into the world of animal rescue with Holly Dool, president of Camo Rescue, as we venture through her remarkable journey of creating a successful non-profit organization amidst a bustling career. Holly's compelling narrative takes us from the birth of her passion, and her initial apprehension about entering animal shelters, to the creation of her own rescue. You'll feel the heartbeat of Holly's love for animals and her dedication to transforming their lives, one dog at a time.In our conversation, Holly unpacks the complexities and challenges of running a foster-based animal rescue. She shares how social media became her ally in connecting with a committed foster base and the tough choices she made to focus on smaller dogs. Holly doesn’t shy away from the nitty-gritty realities of the rescue world, covering everything from handling aggressive dogs to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on socialization efforts. She candidly discusses the challenges that come with networking with other rescues and managing impulsive adoption decisions.As we navigate through Holly's incredible journey, she shines a light on both the joys and frustrations of running an animal rescue. She shares the unmatched happiness of finding homes for over a thousand dogs and the accompanying emotional roller coaster. Our conversation enlightens listeners on the financial realities of pet ownership, and the challenging decisions that rescue organizations have to make to ensure an animal's safety. Tune in to this episode for a deep and insightful exploration into the world of animal rescue with Holly Dool.Shoutouts in this episode: CAMO Rescue: www.CamoRescue.comSupport the showIf you like what you're hearing, show us some love with a great review: https://www.starlightpettalk.com/reviews/GET YOUR STARLIGHT PET TALK MERCH HERE! Get your official Starlight Pet Talk merchandise, including our classic T-shirt that comes in more than 10 colors! Find it on our website at: https://www.starlightoutreachandrescue.org/storeCONTACT STARLIGHT PET TALK!Email us at: Amy@StarlightPetTalk.comFollow us on Facebook!