Hello, and welcome to the Pupsibilities blog! My name is Jess, and that’s my dog, Chewy, and I’m SO happy to have you here as I embark on this exciting new chapter at Pupsibilities. If you’re passionate about animals, cruelty-free living, and making a difference, you’ve come to the right place.
The Evolution of Pupsibilities: From Apparel to Advocacy
Pupsibilities has undergone a transformational journey over the past few years. What started as an apparel shop with a mission to give back to animals in need expanded into something much more overtime. Between 2021 and early 2024, Pupsibilities donated 15% of net profits to support animal rescue efforts. In early 2023, Pupsibilities became an animal advocacy podcast, a platform where I have been able to connect with like-minded individuals who share my passion for animal advocacy.
I’m excited to announce that the final episodes of Season 1 of the Pupsibilities podcast will be released on Monday, September 30th. These episodes will mark the end of the podcast for the foreseeable future — at least for now.
It’s been an incredible journey, and while the podcast has been an essential part of Pupsibilities, I’ve gained clarity on where my energy is going to be best spent moving forward, which will be right here — on this blog.
Embracing What Excites Me: The Shift to Blogging
As I’ve reflected on my path with Pupsibilities, I’ve realized that blogging, behind-the-scenes work, writing, and sharing are where my energy is pulling me now. While the apparel shop and podcast were once incredibly exciting for me, I’ve evolved, and so has the way I want to make a difference. I believe I can help animals most by following what excites me today, rather than continuing to operate in ways that served former versions of myself.
Blogging allows me to dive deeper into the topics I care about, spread awareness, and share valuable information that can inspire change. This shift isn’t about transitioning from one thing to another; it’s about embracing what feels right for me in this moment and how I, and ultimately we, can best serve the animals that need our help.
What You Can Expect from the Pupsibilities Blog
So, what’s in store for Pupsibilities? This blog will focus on sharing important information related to the animal world. Whether it’s insights into the animal rescue community or tips on cruelty-free living, you’ll find it all here.
One of the areas of animal advocacy that I’m most passionate about is making conscious choices that align with my values, especially when it comes to plant-based eating and cruelty-free living.
Since 2013, I’ve thrived on a predominantly plant-based diet, completely avoiding chicken, turkey, and beef, while occasionally consuming eggs, fish, and dairy. I’ve completely switched to non-dairy milks in my coffee since May of 2023 and am always making an effort to reduce my animal-product intake, and ultimately increasing my plant-based diet intake, though I’m less strict when dining out or when others are cooking for me. While I’m not perfect, I’m proud of the progress I’ve made over the years and am always striving to do better. I’m excited to share my favorite cruelty-free products, plant-based recipes, and tips with you in future blogs.
I’ll also be highlighting amazing nonprofits and organizations doing incredible work to help animals, such as SAVE, located in Skillman, New Jersey, in the Princeton area. This no-kill animal shelter, which I connected with early in the Pupsibilities journey back in 2021, holds a special place in my heart and continues to inspire my animal advocacy efforts.
An emotional note: my sister, Julie, adopted her pup, Milo — shown in the photo below— from SAVE in October of 2022, which may not have happened if it weren’t for the Pupsibilities journey! Click here to listen in to my first ever Pupsibilities Podcast interview, with Julie as my guest, where she shares about Milo’s touching story!
The organizations I’ll be sharing about embody the spirit of kindness that Pupsibilities has always stood for, and I’m honored to use this platform to amplify their amazing work.
Meet Chewy: The Inspiration Behind Pupsibilities
Let me introduce you to my dog, Chewy, who has been a huge reason for my staying committed to this animal advocacy journey. Chewy’s life has been full of love, care, and comfort since his life began in 2019—something that not all animals are fortunate enough to experience. His unconditional love and innocence motivates me every day to advocate and take action for a better world for all animals.
Growing up with rescue dogs and cats, I’ve always had a deep love for animals. This love has guided me throughout my life and continues to inspire my work with Pupsibilities. My mission is to be a voice for the voiceless and to spread kindness to animals wherever possible, with my dog mama love for Chewy as my main motivation.
“Be Kind to Animals”: The Heart of Pupsibilities
If you’ve been following Pupsibilities, you know that our apparel often featured the phrase “Be Kind to Animals.” This saying has always been more than just words—it’s a mantra that I live by and that has guided the Pupsibilities community from the start. Every guest on the Pupsibilities podcast has been asked, “What does ‘Be Kind to Animals’ mean to you?” and their answers have always been a source of inspiration.
As we move forward with this blog, “Be Kind to Animals” will continue to be the guiding light. It’s a simple message with profound meaning, and I’m committed to carrying it forward in everything I do here at Pupsibilities.
Join Me on This Journey
Thank you for being here and for caring about the well-being of animals as much as I do. I’m excited to share this journey with you and to grow our community of like-minded individuals who are passionate about making a difference in animals’ lives.
Stay tuned for upcoming blogs where I’ll dive deeper into topics that matter most to animal lovers and advocates. Together, we can spread kindness, educate one another, raise awareness, and make the world a better place for all animals.
With love,
Jess
Want to Support the Journey?
If you’re excited about the new direction of Pupsibilities and want to help support the journey, here’s how you can get involved:
- Buy Me a Coffee: You can buy me a coffee to help keep the passion alive. Every contribution is greatly appreciated!
- Follow Along: Check out my Instagram at @pupsibilities for updates, behind-the-scenes looks, and more. It’s a fun way to stay connected!
- Spread the Word: If you love the blog, share it with your friends, family, and fellow animal advocates. The more people we reach, the bigger impact we can make together!
Thank you for being part of this journey. Your support means so much!
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