Removing the Roadblock: Sonya King on Saving Pets to Save Lives (Two by Two Rescue)

What happens when someone is ready to enter substance use treatment, but has nobody to care for their pets? In this heartwarming and eye-opening episode of The Shield, host Nichole sits down with Sonya King, Founder and Executive Director of Two by Two Rescue (accompanied by special guest Muffin Man, a pup saved from under a bridge in Birmingham). Sonya shares the incredible journey of building a 100% foster-based animal rescue operating across 40 states, busting myths around local shelter euthanasia rates, and explaining why Two by Two considers itself a frontline "ministry of intervention". Topics Discussed: Muffin Man's Rescue: Coordinating with peer recovery teams to save animals living in encampments. The Seven-Year Chase: The unforgettable, legendary tale of "Dingo," a feral mama dog in Helena. Alabama’s Pet Crisis: The sobering statistics of purebred overbreeding and shelter euthanasia in central Alabama. Removing Treatment Roadblocks: How Two by Two steps in with temporary or permanent foster homes so individuals can enter detox and inpatient recovery with complete peace of mind. No More Bad Days: The radical veterinary care policy that refuses to give up on seniors, amputees, and hospice pets. How You Can Help: Become a foster parent or donate directly: twobytworescue.com If this episode touched you, please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to help The Shield reach more families! For more content, make sure to check us out on Instagram and YouTube! https://www.instagram.com/addictionpreventioncoalition/ https://www.youtube.com/@AddictionCoalition