In this episode of the Rescue Dog Pod, host Helen Summerfield-Brown, President and Founder of Stray Dog Support, sits down with long-time animal advocate Stephanie Garcia — the South American Partnerships Liaison and Project Manager for Stray Dog Support’s Save a Stray Mexico initiative.

With over 25 years of experience in animal rescue, Stephanie shares her incredible journey of rescuing and rehabilitating stray dogs in rural Rayon, Mexico, where she lives and works. She opens up about the state of animal welfare in Mexico, the cultural perceptions of stray animals, and the challenges of working in under-resourced communities. We also dive into the exciting projects she’s leading — including mobile spay/neuter clinics with local universities, recent military-supported events, and her deeply personal street feeding program with her children and trusty tricycle.

This heartfelt and informative conversation sheds light on what it truly means to be on the frontlines of animal rescue in one of the world’s most underserved regions.

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