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Burt Ward: Holy Rescue Mission! Batman's Robin on Saving 15,500 Dogs and Doubling Their Lifespans
Published 9 months, 1 week ago
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Burt Ward, television's original Robin from the legendary 1960s Batman series, joins host Neil Haley to discuss the 50th anniversary of the iconic show and his remarkable journey from crimefighter to animal lifesaver. Ward reveals that he and Adam West have been submitted to the Guinness Book of Records as the only two actors in history to work together 50 years after their original collaboration, and teases an exciting new project with the Dynamic Duo coming later this year. However, the heart of this conversation focuses on Ward's true passion: Gentle Giants Rescue, the organization he founded with his wife 22 years ago that has saved over 15,500 dogs from euthanasia.
Ward shares his groundbreaking discovery of how to double the lifespan of dogs through proper nutrition and care, with 24 of his current dogs living between 15 and 26 years old—giant breeds that typically only live seven to nine years. With 50 or more dogs living in his home at all times, Ward discusses the development of Gentle Giants dog food, now available at Walmart and Amazon, emphasizing that he takes no profit from sales and that every bag includes a phone number for free veterinary and behavioral advice. This inspiring episode showcases how Ward has channeled his celebrity into a mission that gives families more precious years with their beloved pets, helping children avoid learning about death at a young age and allowing dogs to live healthy lives well into their twenties.
Ward shares his groundbreaking discovery of how to double the lifespan of dogs through proper nutrition and care, with 24 of his current dogs living between 15 and 26 years old—giant breeds that typically only live seven to nine years. With 50 or more dogs living in his home at all times, Ward discusses the development of Gentle Giants dog food, now available at Walmart and Amazon, emphasizing that he takes no profit from sales and that every bag includes a phone number for free veterinary and behavioral advice. This inspiring episode showcases how Ward has channeled his celebrity into a mission that gives families more precious years with their beloved pets, helping children avoid learning about death at a young age and allowing dogs to live healthy lives well into their twenties.