{"href":"https://api.simplecast.com/oembed?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdiscussing-dogs-in-the-d.simplecast.com%2Fepisodes%2Fnicole-biehl-friends-of-dacc-WyIAoOAh","width":444,"version":"1.0","type":"rich","title":"Nicole Biehl - Friends of DACC","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/e21b419e-365e-4c3d-b20b-f8a5e4f81d98/5b27a286-665b-4536-b06e-ead9758a69c4/2026-dacc-king-12.jpg","thumbnail_height":300,"provider_url":"https://simplecast.com","provider_name":"Simplecast","html":"","height":200,"description":"Episode 2: Volunteering, Dog Ventures & Finding Purpose at Detroit Animal Care and Control\n\nIn this episode of Discussing Dogs in the D, Christine sits down with Nicole Biehl, a passionate volunteer with Friends of Detroit Animal Care and Control, the nonprofit that supports Detroit Animal Care and Control.\n\nNicole shares the story of the rescue dog who changed her life and ultimately led her into animal welfare. What started as a single adoption in 2013 turned into a deep commitment to helping shelter dogs find homes—and, just one year ago, a headfirst leap into volunteering at Detroit’s municipal shelter.\n\nTogether, Christine and Nicole discuss:\n\nWhat it’s really like to volunteer inside DACC\n\nThe emotional highs and lows of shelter work\n\nHow social media (especially TikTok) can help dogs get seen and adopted\n\nThe difference between Detroit Animal Care and Control and Friends of DACC\n\nHow flexible volunteering makes it possible for busy families to get involved\n\n“Dog ventures” and “slumber parties,” and why even one day out of the kennel can change a dog’s life\n\nHow to avoid burnout while staying committed to animal welfare\n\nNicole also opens up about her three rescue dogs at home—including one with a challenging past—and shares what she’s learned about patience, communication, and respecting a dog’s boundaries.\n\nIf you’ve ever wondered how you can help shelter dogs in Metro Detroit—without fostering, adopting, or overcommitting—this episode is your roadmap. From enrichment kits to adoption events to simply taking a dog on an adventure, there are so many ways to make an impact.\n\n🎧 Tune in for an honest, heartfelt conversation about choosing dogs—and what happens when they choose you right back."}