# Top Dog Podcast with Stephen Knight | Leading with Purpose Through Crisis and Recovery

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Podcast: [The Top Dog Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-top-dog-podcast-7843277)
Published: 2026-06-02T07:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

What happens when saving a dog also helps save a human life? In this episode of Top Dog Podcast, we talk with Stephen Knight, Founding Executive Director of Dogs Matter, about building one of the most unique foster-based recovery programs in animal welfare. After overcoming addiction himself, Stephen founded Dogs Matter to help people entering drug and alcohol treatment place their pets in temporary foster care — eliminating one of the biggest barriers preventing many individuals from seeking help. In this conversation, we discuss: • The connection between recovery and the human-animal bond • Building a mission-driven nonprofit from the ground up • Supporting people and pets through crisis • Why temporary fostering can save lives • Expanding compassionate community programs nationwide Stephen also shares how Dogs Matter’s long-term recovery support model is helping people rebuild their lives while keeping their beloved pets by their side. 🐾Dogs Matter’s annual Tails of Triumph: A New Era event takes place on June 11 in Dallas, Texas, celebrating powerful recovery stories, second chances, and the transformative impact of the human-animal bond. The evening features client success stories, community celebration, artwork, and fundraising efforts supporting Dogs Matter’s expanding mission. Learn more here: https://www.dogsmatter2.org/tails-of-triumph 👉 Learn more about tools supporting animal welfare organizations at https://doobert.com/ Subscribe for more conversations with leaders shaping the future of animal welfare.

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