But I set aside a portion of what I brought in to buy supplies and meds to do this. What do you do? They also dive deep on dog cloning, vaccines, pet insurance, and the best way to keep your pets safe. That started this now eight-year journey as Im now known, the Street Vet. Youre finding your place, what youre good at, what you like. My girlfriend always laughs because when my cats arent feeling good like I suddenly am not feeling good. Theyre eating stuff. A classic. So, yeah, various projects, some on TV, some not, some still quiet and Ill keep to myself, the little moments I have, but all are very neat. DR. KWANE STEWART: Its by accident like most things. So, the relationship I see and the stories I could tell you about some of these people, its amazing. We do what we can as humanitarians to help. So, I immediately jumped the fence to run to the German Shepherd to lift him up and do that and as Im lifting him up and I get enough under me to keep him back into his kennel, his buddy comes around the corner around the house, it is one of the largest pit bulls Ive ever seen. He somehow jumped out of it and he was on his tippy toes choking. Hes like tell me about an encounter. Last year, Dr. Stewart created a GoFundMe page that has raised over $100,000 to treat homeless pets . Ill just put it all encapsulated with a quote that a gentleman that I met here actually in San Diego told me once. I kept my I kept my calm long enough to say theres option three. Right. Be kind. You just make assumptions about their story without even knowing anything about them. DR. MIKE MORENO: I mean, its magical. Yeah I dont usually recall the story very often, but when we said pit bulls and it didnt involve a pit bull, I was walking away from my sons baseball game, I would say at the time he was probably nine. So far, Dr. Stewart has treated about 400 animals as The Street Vet. We rely on the owner or the mom or the dad to provide the history and the background. Well done, my friend. There was something about it that I loved. My own family and friends cant watch my own show. Lets go back to Kwane Stewart, where does this all come from? Ive been in the business too long. This process is a journey. It could be something like job loss which leads to bad credit, so they cant get an apartment, and these moments snowball quickly.. "The Street Vet" - California, USA - Animal news isn't limited to animal cruelty. The two have an emotional conversation about the 6th sense of vets and Kwanes journey from shelter vet to movie set vet to the famous Street Vet. This dream eventually led him to practice veterinary medicine in California, where he ran an animal hospital before becoming the county veterinarian for Stanislaus County in Modesto, California. As the Great Recession drove Californias homeless populations higher year after year, so too did it increase the number of animals on the street. I was chief medical officer for Vet Co. Then about mid-career, so this is going back about 12 years ago, I decided to become, of all things, a shelter vet. Teach it aggression, mis treat it, then thats the kind of dog youre going to have. You would be amazed at how these negative moments can snowball. We have these comparisons sometimes, or actually going through medical school and vet school at the same time, I was like, whats school like for you? Look just to give an example. Dont you think? So, like, whats the next thing? Those are my most popular platforms as well as Facebook. That unconditional love, that statement, it gets said, but there is so much depth and truth to that statement. Want to join me in making a difference in the lives of pets and people? I just I think its magical. During the recession, so many people were just forced to give up their pets because they couldnt afford medical care or some basic food. After spending an afternoon offering medical care to the pets of people experiencing homelessness, he learned an important lesson: These animals provided more than companionship to their owners they also offered love, hope, and security. I dont know what landed them there. These beloved companions are a lifeline for those who call Skid Row home. What Dr. Kwane initially thought would be a one-off experience has since turned into a nine-year mission to help four-legged pets across Southern California and beyond. He also just opened up his own veterinary practice in Modesto, California. DR. KWANE STEWART: He had the Jedi mind trick look in his face. Try and remember that weve all been in a tough spot. DR. KWANE STEWART: Yeah, so they did a video story on me. Thats such a cool story, thats amazing. DR. MIKE MORENO: Right on! DR. KWANE STEWART: Yeah, it was cool and were still very tight today. Their ears go down. About Patrick Stewart documents many of his stories through his TV series, Dr. Ive told myself before, you know, you look able bodies, why dont you go get a job, right? Stewart helping a man with colon cancer and his dog, Crazy Girl. It got expensive with surgeries and I had to call in favors, hey Doc, can you do this pro bono? I need to have him be how he was before I left to work this morning. You know that person was a five-year-old kid at some point, right? Hey, man, thanks so much. Unfortunately, I didnt have a fundraising platform, so I didnt have any money coming in after the show had been airing in multiple places and I was still coming out of pocket. In fact, my brother and family, most people didnt even know I was doing this. Follow @thestreetvet on instagram to see all of Dr. Kwane's amazing work. See full bio More at IMDbPro Contact Info: View agent, publicist, legal on IMDbPro Known For The Street Vet Writer (2019) Hartz - UltraGuard Pro Topical Self (2019) I know you mentioned your buddies and E.R. People really benefit from these things. Dr. Kwane Stewart was already an experienced veterinarian when he decided to help the less fortunate in his community. The Street Vet charts the humanitarian exploits of Kwane Stewart, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. But I realized that something as simple as losing your job can lead to bad creditand then it can be difficult to get an apartment, he says. We look at all of these pleasure centers in the brain where we get release of neurotransmitters, and yeah, of course, you can do it chemically, but you can do it naturally. But that was it for me. So, lets talk about Street Vet. Dr. Kwane hopes he can continue spreading empathy and awareness around this issue through his work on the street and with the Los Angeles-based animal hospital he has partnered with. While solving the issue of homelessness will take many years, for now California has its street vet to make sure these humans and their pets will always have a home in each other. Seriously, really beautiful stuff. I remember taking him to the vet and I remember them looking at me saying, youll know what happened, he an obstruction, his creatinine was ten. DR. KWANE STEWART: Yeah. I didnt know that. I think when youre younger, youre immature and you have these ideations, but the bottom line is we all have a story and whether its yours Kwane or mine or anybody listening, you know, were privy to that story. Ive been told many times, My dog is my reason for getting up in the morning. Their pets give them hope. If they are willing to go beyond their normal clientele and seek out people in desperate need, they can make a remarkable impact. I mean, tell us a little bit more about how did this happen? Before he eventually became known as "The Street Vet," Stewart ran an animal hospital and went on to be the county veterinarian for Stanislaus in Modesto, California, according to CCN. Website www.ProjectStreetVets.com, you can donate there. Hes an ER doctor in Portland. So, I cant imagine what it must be like for them when you fix their animal. Mother. So, you talk about the sixth sense; early out of vet school, I felt like I didnt know what I was doing. You talk about spay neuter, the importance of that. DR. MIKE MORENO: And our friends, our furry little animals and our friends are Dr. Kwane Stewart, whos doing some amazing work. Spending time with people who call the street their home has also taught Dr. Kwane a lot about homelessness and has challenged some of his fundamental beliefs about the issue. Ive had my little fifteen minutes. Meet Dr. Kwane Stewart. It turns out that Go Fund Me gets ten thousand new campaigns started every single day. The 49-year-old drives around the. You know, 10, 15 deep and vaccines, preventive care, treat fleas, ear infections, allergies, just basic stuff. How do you go through this process with animals? DR. KWANE STEWART: You know, when you ask vets this question, youll get different answers, but I think they boil down to a moment or a couple of moments in time in our youth where we sort of have that lightning strike moment or feeling. Most recently, he completed a six-year stint as the Chief Veterinary Officer of American Humane and as Director of their legacy program, No Animals Were Harmed, protecting over 100,000 animals annually on film and TV sets around the world. And Id carve out a small portion of my income because I fronted as much of this as I could. Thanks, everybody. What you do is amazing and were going to get into that, but lets talk a little bit about what got you into being a veterinarian. Those pets do their holding time. But I think some of it is still beyond the understanding of science. I saw them as the most vulnerable population struggling to get care for their pets. They always make sure their pet is fed. Many times, a simple vaccine was all that was needed. Im trying to think what it was. After spending an afternoon offering medical care to the pets of people experiencing homelessness in his area, he learned an important lesson: these animals provide more than companionship to their owners they also offer love, hope, and security. No one would, so be sensitive to that. If we can, in a way that we can. My mother took me to a movie when I was seven. Now, the obvious question, what is this movie? DR. MIKE MORENO: Listen, Im fired up to talk to you for so many reasons. So thats when I moved to Modesto. To a pet, the pet looking at you you are their universe. Dr. Kwane Stewart was already an experienced veterinarian when he decided to help the less fortunate in his community. I actually went out of pocket a little bit to produce the show and weve not made a return yet. I can do a lot with a little bit of money for the more expensive procedures, the surgerys, the dental extractions, mass removals, that started building. You know, our pets are going to backyards, theyre getting into stuff. If you raise your child in a harsh environment, a derogatory environment for that individual to come out that way, I dont think is unreasonable. He has worked in nearly every part of the profession -. I cant tell you how many times people told me their animals are their reason for getting up in the morning.. DR. KWANE STEWART - Street Vet. I know the power of the bond. DR. KWANE STEWART: I knew I wanted to have that ability or power to heal an animal and that set my path ablaze. You become vested in exactly five years. Many of the people whose animals Stewart treats told him their pets are better than any form of therapy. They serve as constant protectors, companions, and many times their only source of true love. He said, Can we fix it? I told him I knew an ophthalmologist here in San Diego. Eventually I got to know the dog, but every time I go over, that dog was out of hand, Ill tell you. He has worked in nearly every part of the profession - honing his clinical and business expertise. No one answered. She said no, Ill just take the antibiotics. Between his street work and partnerships with other organizations, Dr. Kwane has helped roughly 400 animals since 2011, including a fair share of catsand once, even a Burmese python. Dr. Kwane Stewart has been working overtime. DR. KWANE STEWART: Its about a majestic black horse and a boy. DR. MIKE MORENO: I mean, and its true what you said, and Im surprised to hear that its only 20% of homeless have animals because I live in San Diego, downtown and any metropolitan area, youre going to have a homeless population. Theres been a few pinch me moments since all this time. I have two handles on Instagram. Because its so amazing. But when the financial crisis hit the U.S. in 2008, he was inspired to do more. With each new animal he helps, Dr. Kwane says he gains a deeper understanding of the unique bond that exists between those experiencing homelessness and their pets. DR. MIKE MORENO: All right. "I know that pets are reliant on people but I think people are even more dependent on their pets. For animals who need vaccinations, medicine, or food, Stewart pays for the costs out of pocket. I had my own prejudgments, like a lot of people, about homeless people before I started doing this work, Stewart said. Never been bit. It was during the time of the recession. Theyre smart. You can volunteer at a rescue shelter. DR. KWANE STEWART: Still one of the best movies ever. I dont know what to do right now and start sweating. Copyright 2023 KABC Television, LLC. Its in Europe and Canada and China. This modern-day hero has been gracing the streets of California with his sheer generosity and love for animals. DR. KWANE STEWART: I have vets reaching out to me from across the country saying I was inspired by you; can I do the same thing in my community. So, it makes sense, and I can see exactly what youre saying. I sat there starry eyed. There are many other ways you can help to keep homeless pet owners and their pets together. Ive realized that these situations may be fleeting to us (the professionals). I know the movie. Like, what do you enjoy doing? We have some movies. And, you know, youve gotten the cred, the street credit and youve gotten all of the fame that you deserve, and I think its amazing, which leads us to whats coming next. DR. MIKE MORENO: And Im sure that was thats a great question. Find ways to get to these people as much as I can. We walk around to the front of the house and knock on the door. I know you did some work in Modesto. You talk about a scary, intimidating dog. Dr. Kwane Stewart is known as the "Street Vet." He makes rounds in Los Angeles' Skid Row and provides free care to homeless people's beloved pets. They touch our lives. Ive gotten to know the team pretty well. When one of them got deathly ill and almost died, it was absolutely traumatizing to me. Hes like Im grinding it out. There really, really is. Ill tell you, if you want, I dont share this story very often, I can probably tell it in 45 seconds if you want to hear the scariest moment I ever had? As a shelter vet, I was saddened to witness too many animals being surrendered for economic reasons. Was critical care, was it preventive medicine? I wanted to help them and ease the suffering of their companions. This career veterinarian, street vet and Hollywood movie set consultant shares why he moonlights serving the homeless and their pets, what he has learned through outreach on the streets, how pets can be a lifeline, finding his way and living a life of purpose. Donate if you can. You know, youre starting a family or youre finding your place if its not the right time, but 15, 20 years of my career, I knew its just how I was raised. DR. KWANE STEWART: Now were getting good. Why dont you start contributing to society instead of begging? Episode 8 of 20. Youve probably already heard of him, but he has been a practicing veterinarian for about 23-24 years, almost the same amount of time as Ive been doing medicine started in San Diego. When they come to you when the animals ill are not well and youre able to fix the animal. LinkedIn. I felt like it was my first day of practice. Her name was Crazy Girl, and he took great care of this dog. He financed it. Living by myself in this crazy house my ex-wife had left and Im just like, what is my life? DR. MIKE MORENO: Yeah. "Lower your leg, dammit," the advertisement says, quoting a Mexican Senator who recently said the same words to his wife in a viral Facebook video. DR. KWANE STEWART: Good sir. We all have a story, and you know, our own minds, were privileged to our own story, but its true. So, within ten seconds, I scanned the yard and said, can I make it to the fence? I know you pay with $25 for a vaccine. Hed be like why dont you come over and have a beer and have some dinner, Im like, no, no, Im not coming over. Were going to look for more of this from you, Im sure, and bigger and better things. When he is not on the streets treating animals, he documents his stories through a Netflix TV series "Dr. Kwane: The Street Vet," which airs internationally in over 30 countries. CALIFORNIA (KABC) -- For the last nine years, Dr. Kwane Stewart has spent his free time as a veterinarian treating pets on California's streets for free. For the homeless, the relationship is on a totally different level. DR. MIKE MORENO: God, Im thinking like Black Beauty or something like that. The NEW Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative Website Has Landed! Right. They were looking for a veterinarian. Dr. Kwane Stewart has been on numerous TV talk shows lately and can be found all over social media. Those with pets also face the misconception that they are incapable of caring for an animal, something which Stewart said he also considered at first. DR. MIKE MORENO: All right, hello and welcome to Wellness Inc, Im Dr. Mike Moreno, and we are taking a deep dive into the big business of wellness. My brother works in the film industry, in TV, in New Mexico. Stewart, who has been a vet for over 20 years, has. I hope people continue to support you. No problem, says Dr. Kwane. And then, you know, you find your spot. DR. KWANE STEWART: I appreciate that so much. The world of pets is HUGE and after 20 years I'm still just getting started! Dr. Kwane Stewart Follow 1 Following 181.4K Followers 3M Likes Veterinarian helping pets & peeps. I dont want to do the ear cleaning today. Kwane Stewart Self Genesis Rendon Self Creators Ian Stewart Kwane Stewart All cast & crew Production, box office & more at IMDbPro Storyline Edit non fiction Add full plot Add synopsis Genre Reality-TV Parents guide Add content advisory Details Release date August 17, 2019 (Canada) Country of origin United States Official site Network Site Language When his work day ends, the San Diego-based veterinarian does not stop caring for animals. Updated But suddenly I was thrown into this economic war and people couldnt even afford to help their pets.. DR. KWANE STEWART: Okay, Ill give you the quick and dirty. The only person he listened to was my neighbor, the owner. is dr kwane stewart married. Founded by Dr. Kwane Stewart, Project Street Vet is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit public charity that provides free veterinary care, treatment, and support to the pets of individuals experiencing . I always had this big dream of practicing on the beach. So, hes like Cesar Millan. In 2011, he set up a soup kitchen and offered a check-up to any pets that were brought in and before he knew it, there was a long line of people waiting for treatment for their pets. I mean, I get it, you have a couple of vet friends that do some pro bono work and some help here and there and kick down some vaccines or whatever it is. I grew up in the dusty desert and I wanted to come to the coast. So, it was my brother one day who said why dont you start to Go Fund Me? DR. MIKE MORENO: Do you remember the first animal that they brought to your table? He had a cute little dachshund with silky hair. Like whats your passion? Dr. Kwane Stewart has seen this beforea crisis of huge proportion, affecting millions of people financially, resulting in pets being abandoned as people struggle to survive. They launched it February 19th or 20th. Because my experience in the shelter was I was seeing so many people relinquish their pets for economic reasons that I ended up euthanizing. doc, E.R. I shared one encounter and hes like, thats a docuseries, thats a TV show. Yeah, youre right. Watch some of the story that will leave you feeling good. This podcast does not constitute the practice of medicine or any other professional service. They let you know, but shepherds Ive been tagged a couple of times pretty good by hepherds. I dont know, I didnt go to medical school, but my best friend, who I grew up with since I was nine, we agreed we were going to follow the same path. I never really told anybody about it. #wednesday #kindness #nojudgementjusthelp #vetlife #vettechlife #vetstudent #vetschool #veterinarycare #veterinarian #scrubs #nurse #nursingschool # . $50. If Dr. Kwanes story inspires you, please help by donating to the Street Vet GoFundMe. Now look, out of school, Im buried in debt. When you see other people who perhaps arent in a situation that is ideal, you got to remember they have a story, and I dont think anybody would choose to be in the situation that they are in. But I can do a lot with ten dollars. Because I will tell you right now, people are chomping at the bit trying to figure out how do we get to you? That's her Bubba!" drkwane Follow 8,742 views drkwane My son headed off to college a few months ago and hasn't seen his little sister since.so he decided to surprise her. But you know, some mornings before 10:00 a.m., I was euthanizing twenty, thirty cats during kitten season, during the spring. I can get meds wholesale. 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