We had the good fortune of connecting with Melissa Hutchins and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Melissa, what was your thought process behind starting your own business?
I always wanted to help reunite with owners, find a rescue or forever homes. I’ve loved animals since I was a kid. My dad used to feed the outdoor animals. And brought them in if they were sick. I hate to see animals euthanized for space. It’s hard work but I keep trying to help as many animals as possible.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
What sets me apart from everyone is that even if I’m tired from Ross I head to the shelter. And I usually start at 7:15am and stay until 5pm. And I have to take the bus to and from the shelter.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
The national parks and Robin hood. Robin hood is a British pub.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
Paws for Life K9 Rescue because after best friends left I couldn’t volunteer with best friends because they moved to Los Angeles. So I started volunteering there and they took me under there wing and taught me everything to be successful in the animal shelter.

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