Jeanice Lee talks with Lori Wall, Development Director of Heidi’s Village, which provides a vital support system for animal shelters, rescues, and pet owners in crisis. Wall discusses Heidi’s Village programs, including affordable veterinary care, rescue boarding, temporary care for families in crisis, and the 24/7 Smitten Kitten Nursery. Wall also shares the organization’s mission to keep pets with their families whenever possible and its future vision to expand services and replicate Heidi’s Village model in other cities. A standout moment highlights how Heidi’s Village helped rescue and rehabilitate 18 severely neglected dogs at once. (HeidisVillage.org).
Original airdate: 5/10/2026
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Jeanice joined K-LOVE in 2009 and she covers Southern California, Arizona and Hawai'i, including major markets Phoenix, San Diego, Orange County, and Los Angeles.