From One Dog to a Nationwide Movement | Susan Godwin & PupScouts

From One Dog to a Nationwide Movement | Susan Godwin & PupScouts

What started as one woman and her dog in New York City turned into a nationwide movement built on connection, community, and joy. In this episode of insPAWed, we sit down with Susan Godwin, founder of PupScouts Org, to share how her first dog, Tasha, became the inspiration behind a 501(c)(3) organization with troops across the country. When Susan moved to NYC, Tasha was more than a pet. She was her companion, her sense of safety, and her constant in a brand new chapter of life. The two of them explored the city together, traveled side by side, and built a bond that would shape everything that came next. One small moment changed it all. A friend showed Susan a dog-sized Brownie uniform, and a simple idea sparked. What if dogs had their own scouting experience… earning badges, attending meetings, and bringing people together? That idea turned into PupScouts. Today, PupScouts continues to grow with a mission to help the dog community and make humans smile. Tasha, the original National Troop Leader, may be gone, but her legacy lives on through Timothy, Tabitha, and every PupScout across the country. In this conversation with host Cyndie Morgan and co-host Nigel, we talk about how one dog can change your life, how ideas turn into impact, and how love continues long after loss. Who has insPAWed you? Follow PupScouts Org: @pupscoutsorg @manhattanmorkie Learn more: https://pupscouts.org Apply to be a guest on insPAWed: www.cyndiesthoughtmovement.com/inspawed

From Pet Parent to Purpose: How Otis and Otto Inspired the Holistic Pet Hub

In this episode of insPAWed, we sit down with Jodi Burgett, creator of the Holistic Pet Hub, to explore how her dogs Otis and Otto inspired her path and purpose. What began as a desire to better understand her dogs’ health challenges led Jodi to question the products, food, and ingredients many pet parents trust. With a background in functional medicine, she began researching pet products through a new lens, focusing on what truly supports long-term health and longevity. What she discovered sparked something bigger. Today, Jodi has created the Holistic Pet Hub App, designed to give pet parents clarity and confidence when choosing products for their pets. Her work helps others make more informed, intentional decisions without fear or overwhelm. In this conversation with host Cyndie Morgan and her four-legged co-host, Nigel, we explore how Otis and Otto turned love into purpose and how their impact continues to help pets and their people live healthier lives. Learn more about Jodi Burgett and the Holistic Pet Hub: https://www.holisticpethub.com/ [https://www.holisticpethub.com/] https://www.instagram.com/holisticpethub [https://www.instagram.com/holisticpethub] Learn more here: https://cyndiesthoughtmovement.com/inspawed [https://cyndiesthoughtmovement.com/inspawed] Do you have a story? Apply to share it in the studio.

Rats, Dogs, and Purpose: How Wendy Berry Built a Unique Business

In this episode of insPAWed, we sit down with Wendy Berry, founder of Ratology, to explore how a real-life challenge led her to build a natural rodent control business. What began with a rat problem on her farm turned into a purpose-driven solution using working dogs as a natural alternative to traditional methods. Wendy recognized the natural instinct in her dogs and encouraged it, leading to a unique and effective approach. Today, Wendy leads a team that provides ratting services for homes, farms, and businesses, helping manage rodent populations while protecting wildlife, including birds of prey that are often harmed by conventional rat poisons. In this conversation with host Cyndie Morgan and her four-legged co-host, Nigel, we explore how unexpected challenges can lead to meaningful work and the impact of choosing more natural solutions. Learn more about Wendy Berry and Ratology: https://www.ratology.com [https://www.ratology.com] https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556356733793 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556356733793] Learn more here: https://cyndiesthoughtmovement.com/inspawed [https://cyndiesthoughtmovement.com/inspawed] Do you have a story? Apply to share it in the studio.

How Molly the Therapy Dog Is Making a Difference in Mental Health

In this episode of insPAWed, we sit down with Deb Madera of Ellie Mental Health to explore how her dog Molly plays a meaningful role in mental health counseling through animal-assisted therapy. Molly is more than a companion. She is part of the therapeutic experience, helping create a safe and calming environment for clients. Through her presence, she supports connection, comfort, and emotional openness, showing the powerful impact of the human-animal bond. In this conversation with host Cyndie Morgan and her four-legged co-host, Nigel, we explore how Molly became part of Deb’s work and the role therapy dogs can play in helping people feel seen, supported, and understood. Learn more about Ellie Mental Health: https://elliementalhealth.com/locations/beverly-cummings-center-ma/ [https://elliementalhealth.com/locations/beverly-cummings-center-ma/] Learn more here: https://cyndiesthoughtmovement.com/inspawed [https://cyndiesthoughtmovement.com/inspawed] Do you have a story? Apply to share it in the studio.

From Rescue to Therapy: How Kismet Inspired a Mission to Help Others

In this episode of insPAWed, we sit down with Pamela Pearson, founder of Thank God for Dogs, to explore how her rescue Bernedoodle, Kismet, became the catalyst for building a therapy dog nonprofit. Kismet’s presence inspired a mission centered on bringing comfort, connection, and healing through therapy dogs. What began as the bond between one woman and her dog has grown into an organization dedicated to supporting communities through the power of the human-animal connection. In this conversation with host Cyndie Morgan and her four-legged co-host, Nigel, we explore how Kismet changed Pamela’s path and the impact therapy dogs have on the people they visit. Watch Pamela’s TEDx talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZF8878qNdCo [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZF8878qNdCo] Visit the website: https://cyndiesthoughtmovement.com/inspawed [https://cyndiesthoughtmovement.com/inspawed] Have a story like this? Apply to share it in the studio.