Wayside Tails

Wayside Waifs
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Welcome to Wayside Tails, a podcast all about practicing compassion with people and other animals! Hosted by educator Margaret, this podcast is brought to you by Wayside Waifs, an animal shelter located in Kansas City, Missouri. Our podcast isn’t just for students, educators, and families – it’s for animal lovers everywhere who want to learn more about the importance empathy, kindness, and compassion.

  1. Adoptable Dogs: Leo and Oso!

    JAN 21

    Adoptable Dogs: Leo and Oso!

    **At the time of this recording, Leo and Oso were available for adoption** Looking for a new furry family member? Look no further than Leo and Oso! This episode of Wayside Tails features interviews with these dogs' trainers. Listen in to learn about what Leo and Oso are looking for in their new homes!  To learn more about Leo, visit the link here: https://waysidewaifs.org/adopt-a-pet/pet-detail/?aid=58567605&cid=14&tid=Dog To learn more about Oso, visit the link here: https://waysidewaifs.org/adopt-a-pet/pet-detail/?aid=56164747&cid=14&tid=Dog

    14 min

  2. JAN 7

    Dog Sports!

    We're excited to welcome Brett (Wayside Waifs' Canine Public Training and Behavior Manager) back to the podcast to talk about dog sports! Dog sports are a fun and unique way to exercise your pet's brain and body, strengthen your bond, and help them have fun!

    15 min

  3. 12/17/2025

    Admissions: A Pet's First Step

    In this episode of Wayside Waifs' podcast, Wayside Tails, Margaret interviews Megan, the Admissions Manager at Wayside Waifs. She spoke to Margaret about how animals come to Wayside, how we take care of them once they’re here, and about how we show them compassion!   Additional sound credit: ZapSplat

    24 min

  4. 11/19/2025

    Shelter Education Programs

    Have you ever wondered how you can help animals at an animal shelter? Have you ever wanted to visit one or hear about them from someone who works there? Today’s episode is going to provide you with the opportunity to do all those things and more! In this very episode, I’m going to tell you about all of the educational programs that we offer at Wayside Waifs. Most of these opportunities are for people currently in kindergarten and above, so adults are definitely included and encouraged to participate, with or without children! Additional music credit to Zapsplat.com

    9 min
  5. Grieving Our Pets

    10/01/2025

    Grieving Our Pets

    A pet’s death is one of the most difficult parts of your life with them. Thankfully, there are wonderful people who can help pet parents navigate this chapter of a pet’s life. People like Emily Strongin, an animal end-of-life doula who provides support, encouragement, and education to the families of pets at the end of the pets’ lives. On this episode of Wayside Tails, I got to interview Emily about her work and about how we can remember our pets even after they've passed on.

    15 min
  6. Empathy for Bugs!

    09/02/2025

    Empathy for Bugs!

    On this episode of Wayside Tails, we get to explore empathy for creatures that are often misunderstood and underestimated: bugs! Our very special guest is Karen Verderame, Assistant Director for Outreach Education at the School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania! Karen shares her passion for bugs and discusses why and how we can show empathy and compassion to all creatures!

    24 min

  7. 08/12/2025

    Meet Gilligan!

    Listen in to learn about the amazing Gilligan, our longest-term dog here at Wayside Waifs animal shelter! Two of our dog trainers tell us all about Gilligan's history, wonderful personality, and preferences. Is he the right dog for you?

    22 min

  8. 07/28/2025

    Camp Wayside 2025!

    In this episode, the campers at Camp Wayside take over the podcast! Listen in to learn about our new teen camp, which we offered for the first time this year! Every summer, Wayside Waifs hosts five weeks of Camp Wayside for students going in to third through eighth grade. For the first time this summer we offered camp for ninth and tenth graders as well! For more information about Camp Wayside, follow the link here. For general information about Wayside Waifs animal shelter, click here!

    6 min
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About

Welcome to Wayside Tails, a podcast all about practicing compassion with people and other animals! Hosted by educator Margaret, this podcast is brought to you by Wayside Waifs, an animal shelter located in Kansas City, Missouri. Our podcast isn’t just for students, educators, and families – it’s for animal lovers everywhere who want to learn more about the importance empathy, kindness, and compassion.

Information

  • Creator
    Wayside Waifs
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    28
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2023 All rights reserved.
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