We’re back from summer break. I’m celebrating 5 years with my dog Penny and the good news that most of her hearing has returned. Our first repeat guest. Michelle Serocki from Episode 3 is back today to tell us about the birth of Pit Bull Advocates of America. Michelle and I discuss: The origin story of Pit Bull Advocates of America and how Michelle saw a need and changed her mission from a local to national focus; New national campaigns that the organization is running; Old school vs. modern pit bull advocacy; Why messaging matters in pit bull advocacy and how we can have a united message; What Michelle has learned from the anti-pit bull movement; Michelle’s #1 tip for talking to someone who’s afraid of pit bulls; and Michelle’s biggest animal welfare hero. Pit Bull Advocates of America, The Podcast. Michelle announces the launch of her new podcast and I give a review of the first episode. Find Pit Bull Advocates of America: The Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pit-bull-advocates-of-america-the-podcast/id1529131313 Website: https://pitbulladvocates.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pbaoa/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pitbulladvocatesofamerica/ Links Discussed: Pit Bull Advocates of America Podcast Launch Party on Facebook Live, Tuesday September 1 https://www.facebook.com/events/1242893046041946/ Humane Society of the United States – Animal Care Expo https://www.animalsheltering.org/expo The Jane Goodall Institute https://www.janegoodall.org/ Let's Connect: Facebook: @believeindogpodcast Instagram: @believe_in_dog_podcast Email: erin@believeindogpodcast.com Support this podcast, subscribe on your favorite app and leave a rating or review