Jill Rappaport's Pet Products with a Purpose
Michelle Fern welcomes back Award-winning animal advocate and host of Rappaport to the Rescue on Pet Life Radio, Jill Rappaport, to talk about pet rescue and her new website, Jill Rappaport's Pet Products with a Purpose, which was created to give consumers wonderful, essential goods and in return, give back by supporting rescue groups and organizations. With the key message of rescue on every product, PPP is making sure every animal will find their forever home.
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BIO:
Jill Rappaport is an award-winning animal advocate, network journalist, best-selling author, and creator of a very impactful rescue line of pet products for dogs, cats, and horses.
Rappaport was the first to put rescue and adoption on the national map with her award-winning segment, "Bow to Wow", on NBC's Today Show. The acclaimed segment ran for several years and had a record 100% adoption record.
But she didn't stop there! Jill is a recognized author - having written four books, three all about animal advocacy including her New York Times best-seller, "People We Know, Horses They Love" which is now a collector's item.
Her children's book, Jack and Jill, was written about her beloved German Shepherd, Jack, who inspired her to begin this wonderful rescue mission.
She went on to create, produce and host Best in Shelter with Jill Rappaport on NBC.
Rappaport also had an integral role on Animal Planet's Puppy Bowl and then went on to create and host Dog Bowl which was all about highlighting older dogs in need.
Jill has been awarded a record-breaking seven Genesis Awards from HSUS, The Humane Society of the United States. The Genesis Awards are considered to be the Oscars of the animal world!
She has also received the first "Voice for the Animals" Award from HSUS, The Presidential Service Award for Media Excellence from the ASPCA, and the Excellence in Journalism and Outstanding Contributions to the Pet Industry Award. And she has had the honors of ringing The NYSE Opening and Closing bell, all to raise awareness for pets in need.
Jill continues to use her passionate voice on her podcast, Rappaport to the Rescue, featuring A-list celebrities who have adopted and rescue / shelter newsmakers on Pet Life Radio. This podcast can be heard by 200 million worldwide.
With her new Pet Products with a PURPOSE line, Jill is dedicated to her goal of finding every homeless pet what they all deserve - a happy and loving home - forever!