Getting Sober Without Losing Your Best Friend | The Dogs Were Good (again) | Ep. 76

Getting Sober Without Losing Your Best Friend | The Dogs Were Good (again) | Ep. 76

September 3, 2026 · 1h 9m

About this episode

The episode discusses the work of Dogs Matter in supporting individuals in recovery while keeping them with their pets.

This week, we’re joined by Stephen Knight, founder of Dogs Matter, to talk about the incredible work his organization does to keep people in recovery and their beloved pets together. Plus, we’re joined in studio by our very special adoptable guest, Dumpling! Dogs Matter: https://www.dogsmatter2.org/ Intro song by @HoveyBenjamin Chapters 0:00:00 | Intro 0:01:01 | Adoptable Special Guest Dumpling 0:05:03 | Stephen’s Life, Jayde, and Dogs Matter 0:21:50 | Contacting Dogs Matter and What Happens Next 0:27:10 | Finding Foster Families 0:31:05 | Dogs Matter Aftercare Program 0:33:57 | Dogs Matter Companion Recovery Program 0:35:40 | Combatting the Stigma Surrounding Addiction 0:38:38 | Success Stories and Empathy 0:43:18 | Dogs Matter’s Expansion into Southern California 0:45:46 | CNN’s Hero of the Year 2024 0:50:55 | Partnership with Project Street Vet 0:55:03 | Impact of Dogs Matter and the Future 1:00:30 | How to Help 1:04:11 | Last Looks with Dumpling Adopt Dumpling From Episode 76 https://www.adoptapet.com/pet/48988294-van-nuys-california-terrier-unknown-type-medium-dachshund-mix Adopt Keira From Episode 75 https://www.instagram.com/deservingdogs/ Adopt Giuseppe From Episode 74…

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