In this episode of Going With the Flow, Lucas sits down with Alyssa Johnson from Nickel City Canine Rescue to explore the organization’s mission, growing impact, and new partnership with Cellino. Alyssa shares how Nickel City began in 2018 by helping overcrowded southern shelters before expanding to meet the rising need in Western New York. She opens up about adopting her own dog, Buddy, during a challenging time in college, which inspired her lifelong dedication to rescue work. Lucas and Alyssa discuss the rescue’s connection with Bills wide receiver Khalil Shakir, whose adoption of his dog Missy sparked an ongoing relationship. They also cover rescue operations, adoption events, fostering, volunteer opportunities, and the program through which Cellino donates 5% of booked service revenue to help save dogs. The episode closes with a look at upcoming initiatives, including a free rabies clinic and specialized medical care for rescue dogs.

What You Will Learn in This Episode

  • How Nickel City Canine Rescue started and grew to serve Western New York
  • Alyssa’s personal adoption story and inspiration for rescue work
  • The role of Khalil Shakir and his ongoing support of the rescue
  • How Cellino’s 5% donation program helps fund rescues and medical care
  • The importance of fosters, volunteers, and community involvement
  • Upcoming events, including a free rabies clinic
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Frequently Asked Questions

A nonprofit organization that rescues dogs from overcrowded shelters and provides medical care, fostering, and adoption services in Western New York.

Her personal adoption of her dog Buddy during college inspired her lifelong commitment to helping dogs in need.

Cellino donates 5% of booked service revenue to support rescues, medical care, and adoption efforts.

Through fostering, volunteering, adopting dogs, or attending adoption and community events.

Nickel City Canine Rescue is hosting a free rabies clinic and continuing specialized medical care for dogs with urgent needs.

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