Most people think animal advocacy is straightforward—until they dive into the Connecticut legislative process. In this episode, host Matt Caron joins Desmond's Army Vice President Linda Pleva and special guest Joshua Levin, the legislative advocacy manager for Connecticut Votes for Animals. The episode reveals how strategic advocacy, bipartisan support, and understanding the system can shield every paw from cruelty.

NAUGATUCK, Conn. (WFSB) By Abigail Murillo Villacorta | Mar. 14, 2026 | Naugatuck Animal Control is asking the public for information after a dog was found in poor condition on Friday. Officers received a call about a lost dog in the area of Pleasant Avenue. The dog was rescued by an animal control officer and evaluated before being transported to a nearby vet hospital, according to Naugatuck Animal Control. The dog, now named Jelly Bean, is an intact male pocket pitbull. He is being...

In this episode of the Desmond's Army Podcast, Matt Caron and President Zilla Cannamela discuss the responsibility associated with being an animal advocate and Desmond's Army member, and we discuss the responsibility that state and municipal officials have to do their jobs, which is increasingly falling on resource-strapped rescues.