In-person lunch connect: Speaker: Sherri Franklin: founder of Muttville Senior Dog Rescue

Sherri Franklin, a long-time animal advocate and shelter volunteer, founded Muttville in 2007 to save the lives of the older dogs that were considered “unadoptable” and routinely euthanized in area shelters. Working from her house, she saved 27 dogs that first year. She said she “wanted to make senior dogs sexy,” and in fact, has turned the organization into a Bay Area favorite and a national model.

Sherri emerged as a leader in animal rescue when she was appointed to the San Francisco Commission of Animal Control and Welfare in 2000. She was elected Vice-chairman of the Commission in 2002. In 2003, she began work on an ordinance that both mandated minimum requirements for care for dogs and put some muscle into enforcement. The “backyard dog ordinance,” as it was known, went into effect in January 2005 and made headlines around the country. The ordinance continues to be an important tool for education and enforcement, and is being used as a model in other cities for similar legislation.

In 2010, Sherri received the Jefferson Award for Public Service, which recognizes those who “inspire others to service.” In 2016, CNN named Sherri a CNN Hero.

Sherri speaks at conferences around the country about Muttville’s innovative programs, about senior dogs, and about animal rescue.

Meeting details:

1. Lunch is $ 38 per person - please bring cash
2. Please register before Monday December 2, as we need to finalize numbers with the restaurant