Louise Epstein, entrepreneur-in-residence at the McCombs School of Business, discusses her experience working for the government as well as creating and running an Internet start-up company.
In this video, she shares her philosophy on mentoring students and her open approach to talking to state legislatures. In addition to helping students find their passion, she meets regularly with Texas representatives in order to pass a bill that would require large scale, for-profit animal breeders to adhere to minimum standards of humane animal treatment.
Read more about Epstein’s puppy love on McCombs Today.
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What a sad story... I can't believe there are still no basic regulations for breeding facilities with less than 11 females for example. From time to time I get shocked by finding out things like this. It's good that there are people who want to make a change. Thanks!
We appreciate your efforts in getting breeders to adhere to minimum humane animal treatment standards. Another challenge I see is to get these standards enforced when passed. These wonderful animals deserve to live happy fulfilling lives. We will support efforts such as yours. Thank you!
it isn't necessarily breeders causing the problems. most of the animal in shelters are from people who do not pay enough attention to either a)keep a dog in heat secluded, inside where no other dog might possibly get to her, or b)spay her. reputable breeders are not the problem. i have actually heard people say they would like to have their dog have puppies so their children can watch (get a video) or the dog can have "the experience." any woman who has had children should really be able to set those people straight. get more enforcement for the laws we have. however, i would like to see a nationwide law that defines the amount of time, and environment for tieing dogs. sabra
What a fabulous interview. Loved it from start to finish. Proud to be a UT alumni. It's a great school. Louise Epstein is a treasure!
Thank you so very much for your work on behalf of animals!
Thank you for all of your work! It is refreshing to see someone dedicated against animal cruelty. Thinking about dogs merely as commodities perpetuates the problem.
This is a courageous woman and will no doubt bring about positive changes for these poor animals.
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