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Jean Alfieri

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Author, Speaker, Dog Fan

Jean Alfieri is a Human Resource professional and a Positivity Coach. She is also an author, speaker, and dog fan. She finds hope and joy in both her work at the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region and in the lives of her adopted dogs.

Jean promotes the value of reading in her school visits and encourages adults to capture their amazing stories in her guided journals. She is an avid proponent for the adoption of all dogs: pure breeds, mixed breeds, young or “vintage” (her preference).

Jean and her husband joke that although they pay the mortgage of their home in Colorado, it’s really the dogs’ house.

June 29, 2025

21 Ways to Weather the Loss of Your Pet with Jean Alfieri

Losing a beloved pet is one of the most emotional experiences a family can go through—especially when you’re trying to support your kids while grieving yourself. In this heartfelt episode, I’m joined by Jean Alfieri , certifi...
Guest: Jean Alfieri
April 12, 2025

The Power of Gratitude, Journaling, and Lessons from Rescue Pugs with Jean Alfieri

In this episode of the No Sitting on the Sideline Dad podcast,I sit down with the author, positivity coach, and dog lover Jean Alfieri to explore the simple yet powerful practice of gratitude. From daily journaling habits to dinnertime conversations...
Guest: Jean Alfieri