Steven Mornelli was doing quite well for himself in the financial services field when he learned that about half a million pets lose their lives every year because of what&apos;s called &quot;economic euthanasia.&quot; Setting out for change, Steven founded the nonprofit Waggle as a platform where pet owners could raise money to pay for their pets&apos; medical care. Waggle also works with animal shelters, veterinarians, and is even collaborating with the HASS project. Listen in to learn more about Waggle and their work with Human Animal Support Services. Find Human Animal Support Services Online: <ul> <li><a href='https://www.humananimalsupportservices.org/'>HASS Website</a></li> <li><a href='https://www.facebook.com/humananimalsupportservices'>Facebook</a></li> <li><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thehasslife/'>Instagram</a></li> <li><a href='https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/human-animal-support-services/'>LinkedIn</a></li> </ul>

Drs. Kristin Voigt and Angie Pepper, Authors of “The Ethics of Animal Shelters”

People, Pets, and Purpose is an interview-style podcast that explores the human-animal bond and what really matters. This show is hosted by Diaz Dixon—the Maddie’s® Advisor for External Affairs and Partnerships for the Human Animal Support Services project.&nbsp; The Human Animal Support Services project reimagines a world where the human and animal welfare industries work together to serve people and pets in need. Learn more about our work at humananimalsupportservices.org.