PART 2: The Inspirational True Story of Lee Asher of The Asher House Animal Sanctuary

Today’s guest is a total inspiration and one of the reasons I started a podcast…just so I could sit down and talk to my own personal heroes. And LEE ASHER is definitely that! Lee Asher started The Asher House animal sanctuary with a dream of fulfilling his life’s purpose. With nothing more than hope and an RV, he quit his day job in corporate America, and set off on a mission to rescue dogs. But his story started way before that. Lee overcame severe learning disabilities, scoliosis, a tumultuous upbringing, and years of being bullied by his peers. He knows better than anyone that sometimes you have to go through some pain to truly appreciate life’s beauty, and you do not want to miss a moment of his story.
Get the tissues ready, and enjoy PART 1 of our TWO PART episode with Lee Asher.
And don’t forget to tune in next time for PART 2, THIS WEDNESDAY!
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[@40shellyfish]

Every year instead of blowing a bunch of money on xmas gifts, I donate that money to my local rescue in the name of my family. All of my family has started doing this and we just get together for a meal and visit.

[@theaxis2000]

I love the Matilda story, she is always so happy in spite of her infirmities and just keeps up with the pack like she is no different than the rest of the dogs!

[@Norah56s]

Rachel, thank you for having Lee Asher on your show. Many thanks to you for sharing your story about Mickey, Andy, and Rudy. It's a beautiful, inspiring story, and must have taken courage to tell it. It just touched me so deeply. Thank you💝💌

[@realfacts2324]

Lee is just amazing and dosen't seem to know it.The care he gives the animals and grounds, with his team, have such big hearts.

[@kestag2110]

Great interview ❤. I lost my beautiful fur child in September, this really touched my heart. Thank you, I’m grateful this came up on my recommended ❤

[@janicemalchow2316]

Enjoy your interview. And my 17 dogs I had in my life span have come to me and everyone was my family heart and soul fur babies. I am honored they came into my life. And I still have my little buddy as of today. I will never be without and dog. I been a widow twice and the dogs in my life have been what's comforted me threw tought times.💕💕

[@kace9075]

Rachel, your story touched not only Lee. It left me speechless. I'm so glad you met your second dog who became your life companion. All the best girl.

[@missunderstoodpodcast]

Thanks 🙏 This message makes me so happy and I wish you the best too! 💕

[@CoolBreeze413]

Yeah, that was deep. Great work all around on this podcast. Real stuff

[@taniaryan3696]

My goodness what an interview . Lee Asher , you’re an amazing man . Thank you . Earth Angel ❤

[@m1lbrooks]

I love Lee! Thank you so much for sharing his story! 😍

[@missunderstoodpodcast]

Thanks for watching!

[@bobbiolah2320]

Lee is not only an incredible support , love and inspiration for all his animals, he inspires and shares his knowledge and positive encouragement for everyone in our nation.

[@luceliarossi7712]

Lee, I love you and what you do for the animals!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!! ❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉 From Brasil I send much live for you!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@panchamama]

Thoughtful conversation with tenderness..thank you

[@missunderstoodpodcast]

Thanks to you for watching! 😉

[@karlaharvey2623]

What an amazing interview with Lee. I have been following him for almost 2 yrs and He is such an amazing Gentleman. He has so much love in his heart to give to all his furr babies and peoples as well.

[@missunderstoodpodcast]

Thanks for watching Karla! ❤️😊

[@bassdmin7436]

Lee is a big inspiration to us all. He is a loving, loyal and caring human being. We really need more people on this earth like him. I to foster 11 dogs and my house is pristine. Constantly cleaning plus giving love equally to all my fosters. It really is a rewarding life to help those in need. Why I love Lee so much. We all could learn something from a man and people like him. Thank you for having on your channel. 💜

[@sylviaweitzel7739]

Really enjoyed part 1&2 The Asher House makes a difference and is a gift to the Universe!!!! Thank You for this AMAZING podcast!!!!!!!!

[@eileenmarticelli3902]

Great interview. Rachel asked a lot of things I wondered about. Her story about losing a dog and then her fiance was heartbreaking. But I'm glad she shared it and the lesson she learned

[@missunderstoodpodcast]

Thanks to you for watching!

[@Gma1993]

She is awesome at her job ❤️ that story she told was so relevant ❤️

[@jbollaert48]

Rachel’s personal story about losing Mickey and Andy were heartbreaking and had me in tears.

[@betsycrevier4267]

I just seen this video, how wonderful..when Rachel told her story about losing her dog, than fiance . I started bawling. Rachel is a beautiful, strong person.

[@amyk3020]

WOW Rachel, thank you for sharing your story and mentioning 911 and Andy. You have two angels always watching over you and as a Hospice RN it is absolutely a must to be collected and calm when your pet is being put down. I have been like that with my dogs and my orange tabby. Love you channel and adore Lee and his mission. He is out St Francis here on Earth. Happy Holidays, can't wait to hear what 2024 is going to bring!

[@Carolina-ux1sz]

Thank you so much Rachel, Lee is wonderful and it was great to hear his back story. I loved that he mentioned Matilda - I adore her - and all his wibbly wobbly babies.

[@missunderstoodpodcast]

Thanks Carolina for your message! 💕

[@elizabethmccrone3010]

Rachel thank you for sharing your story&how sad it was,it really touched me❤❤❤you are a wonderful woman❤❤❤so thank you Rachel ❤❤❤

[@marthaakamartiwhipple7093]

I love Listening to Lee and hearing his amazing story. Wonderful interview Rachael! 💞

[@seaglasschicks]

This is an awesome podcast! Lee is the best!

[@missunderstoodpodcast]

He is, isn't he? Thanks for watching!

[@shanecomeback8296]

Crying eyes out. God bless you both.

[@missunderstoodpodcast]

Thank you for watching 😊 I love seeing these kind of comments

[@evanneilsen9641]

Wow. I can't believe what I just heard. So beautiful. It doesn't get more real than this.

[@birdlandartrenae2632]

😭 I just got to the fiance/Mickey/Rudy part. What Lee said about being by the animal's side while saying goodbye was also powerful and important.

[@mickiejonesy1712]

Beautiful interview! Your story, Rachel! Tears! And Lee is a beautiful soul! 😌💞💞💞💞

[@missunderstoodpodcast]

Thanks 🙏

[@mimopearl]

Thank you, my precious pup Paris passed last May. I am still grieving her loss. She was my joy, she got me through my life changing accident. I appreciate you sharing your Mickey and Andy story. ❤❤❤

[@edithmajzer9962]

Would b hard to go into a shelter cuz i could NEVER pick 1. I would eant to save them all & Now, @ 62 yrs old, it is NOT POSSIBLE. So glad that i rescued the MANY i got to in the prior years & they were brought to me... Rescue is hard but worth it...❤❤❤

[@Christine-iw9do]

I love Lee ! ❤ what an incredible amazing man…..

[@annieneil618]

What a fabulous human being Lee Asher is. His perspective on life is so inspirational, his opinion that everyone has a purpose on their journey makes so much sense as so many flounder in finding their truth by allowing the words or actions of others to influence their decisions. His love of animals is truly amazing. Bless you Lee.

[@tinafayeschwahn]

Rachel. Your story shattered me. Thank you for your vulnerability. 😢

[@helenparsons7742]

Such a great questions, Lee is inspirational

[@missunderstoodpodcast]

He truly is. Thanks for watching!

[@gailpardee1539]

Lee is a great man. Has such love for these animals are so blessed. Animals are a gift from God. They give you the truest love. Thank you Lee.

[@michellezunich]

Your making me cry 😢 I lost 2 last year they had cancer i still cry about them its so hard

[@Shadow-pn3sp]

I think the one thing i really really like about this podcast is that this 2 part series...we get to hear all about lee...which on his content its usually about the animals and how its going around the sanctuary. This is great

[@theresafaust5690]

Rachel. Your story brought me to tears. I am so glad you were able to move on. What an inspiring story.

[@birdlandartrenae2632]

I got a notification for these interviews right when i came into the studio to draw a dog. Lol Talk about timing! It was the perfect thing to watch and listen to while i got going. Part Two did not disappoint! What a great interview. 🎉

[@iameatingtrifle]

OK, you had me in tears Like Lee said, I didn't expect that story to go that way, that was brave to share it with everyone. I think it will help people with loss. Thank you.

[@shanaleelmt]

I'm always reminded of the scene in Highlander when he says "the last thing he needs is to hear a Weeping Woman" as Connor's suffering through mortal wounds.. that's how I feel about maintaining when my loves are leaving

[@leongatha6]

I've seen the first half of many rubbish interviews on KZbin, so this has to be by far the best and most worthwhile to be on. I listened to every minute (twice). Lee, you of course reached your goals 100 x over, but you also came back around 360* as far as being a great motivator and inspiration to many! Thank you both so much. I've been a big fan of Lee and Asher House from the start; now I'll be looking for more of Rachel's videos for sure.

[@jeanneweller1484]

Merci rachel,je tiens à vous feliciter pour votre professionnalisme, vous savez ecouter sans interrompre bravo

[@rjcarpenter8075]

This is the first time I've heard your podcast. So enjoyable. I follow & greatly admire Lee Asher. This is an excellent interview. He really opened his heart here. Your story is also truly amazing. I'm so sorry for your loss of Andy & loss of your little dog. Andy was so wise & loving in what he said to you. Thank you & Lee for sharing.

[@user-wp6tf3cd8r]

Lee is the kindest,loving exceptional man I’ve ever seen!! I love dogs in the very same way Lee does! Thank you Lee for who you are!! You are an angel sent here too love and guard these special animals! Thank you for the special human you are!❤❤

[@CarniverousChar]

He's a beautiful man! ❤ And your story brought tears to my eyes. I believe that everything happens for a reason 🙏 ❤ 🙏

[@pintobean9885]

Never listened to your podcast before.... I just love Lee... what a great 2 part series... God bless you tons

[@blackdiesel]

With all our pets we have happy songs that we sing with them as we play. The couple of times we had to put them down as the last resort we sang to them and they seemed to perk up a little. Our last dog lived for 16 years and died of old age. she was too weak to raise her head but when my daughter sang the happy song her eyes brightened up and she was able to wag her tail a little.

[@jbollaert48]

Great interview and you did a wonderful job! I love Lee and God bless him in all he does. He’s the greatest human being. ❤

[@lupitasaenz6819]

Oh Rachel. Thank you for sharing the suffering when you lost your two loves. ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@joany11swatch14]

Wow. What an awesome human being Lee is. I love his channel and watch him all the time, but this interview really gives you an even deeper view of how wonderful he is ! ❤. He has been added to people I would love to meet in this world.

[@williamevans9426]

Another excellent, thought-provoking episode. Here in the UK, our Dogs Trust has the motto, 'A Dog is for Life, Not Just for Christmas'.

[@Brisgma22]

Great interview! I'm not a person to sit and watch a podcast but I came upon part I of this by accident. I watched it because I've followed Lee Asher and Asher House for awhile. When it was over I scrambled to fibd part II. Long story short you are an incredible interviewer. Your own story was so touching. You have a new subscriber in me! ❤

[@shealenemattucci7530]

Love Matilda my absolute favorite she is a ray of sunshine 🌞

[@deeSK8er]

You are amazing , my brother. Nice to here your stories. I can relate, my life has been alone. I have always had animals of all kinds, they have kept me not lonely. I prefer to be with animals. I am looking for a new old age future. I thought about fostering… but I would fall in love with that animal and couldn’t give it up. I am thinking about House/ Pet Sitting. I live on an Island ❤ a lot of people want to get off Island for vacations etc. my 16 year , 3 month old best friend/child/ pet is getting close to his last days. I need to find a animal relationship in my old age, to make my Life Complete, till my last days. ❤️🐾

[@debralopeznacario6175]

Everyone donate to Asher house!! Great cause of Lee

[@karenward4480]

Rescues are the most grateful ..tons of pure breeds in shelters...my mom has had 3 pure breeds...non stop medical issues and one was attacking with no warning

[@PulsePoint619]

The love this man has for all animals. Thank you for this, it was wonderful to watch and listen to. ♥♥♥

[@Ouralbleu1]

Great guy !

[@user-dt7qw7ly2j]

O My goodness awesome interview Was The Great Beautiful 2pple relate!!!!! Had tears 😢😢both learning from story with Rachel pup and Then 9-11 loosing her Man and Took her too a learning From him loving her puppy threw him!!!!❤❤😢😂❤❤ always praying 🙏 for God's Blessings 😇🙏 LOVE you both ❤️😘😍😍😍💕

[@elizabethmccrone3010]

Hi rachel&Lee I’ve been looking forward this 2nd part first part was fantastic 👌👌love you lee&what you stand for ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@shanaleelmt]

I really wasn't expecting this to be so powerful.. thank you so much for sharing

[@YourCoreHealing]

Great interview and the sharing was so authentic on both parties.

[@missunderstoodpodcast]

Thank you! 😊

[@julie5786]

I love Lee, this was a great interview.

[@Norah56s]

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐!!!

[@lisakorteweg3621]

Lee is an Angel (Earth Angel 😇)Thank you for this interview 🙏

[@sharonjustice4787]

I can relate to Lee I get along with dogs better than I do with people my dogs are my fur babies and it hurts when I lose them I’ve got one that is 11 years old and I’m 70 now and she comes first in my life.

[@debbimay3528]

Loved this interview, Rachel! Thank you.

[@marierudd5204]

You are so right Lee I said on the video where you were collecting a Grey Parrot ( is she the Parrot on you bed) the day 2 puppy's were dumped on the road. I did say I Love the way you laugh & joke not cry, lose you temper when you deal with things like that because you makeing the Animal Feil at ease ect . When I had to have my Beautifull 17 Year old German Shepherd Sara put to sleep 12 Years ago & also after being at my Beautifull Mams bedside for 4 days befor she passed away both times I held, talked about all our good times all the things I Loved them for makeing sure I smiled even sang to them right up to the Moment they slept away then I balled my eyes out & like you I'm glad, don't regret doing this no way we're they going to leave this Earth unless they knew they were Loved, Ile be fine so totaly agree with all you said

[@dannamedvedeva]

Thank you Rachel for this interview, sharing youк story of losses. I am following Lee and was always wondering about his story behind, very glad that KZbin showed me your interview with him and I am very exited to watch you as well.

[@missunderstoodpodcast]

Thanks Danna! ❤️😊

[@robynmoxham4255]

Amazing interview. I’m so glad I found your channel. Lee is such an amazing man, and my heart was so touched by the story of your loss, Rachel. ❤

[@Quill._]

Thank you.

[@patbresler7946]

Excellent interview! I got to know Lee on a bigger level and Rachel is a terrific interviewer. I also feel the need to give kudos to that bird! He sat there for two parts and I only heard one peep. At 53 minutes in part one. 🐘

[@patbresler7946]

How did that elephant get there? 🥴

[@dianalynn6247]

I loved this 💕 I’m now following you and so glad to have happened upon your show 🥰

[@missunderstoodpodcast]

Thanks Diana! 😊❤️

[@elizabethmccrone3010]

Lee you are so selfless such a beautiful force of nature❤you touch so many peoples life’s ❤❤I can speak for myself but you have really touched my life seeing the love,life&freedom you give to so many of these so less fortunate poor animals❤❤❤but you give them a life beyond our wildest dreams& I salute you for this❤❤❤❤❤

[@janpitt1648]

Just wow both of you. Thank you ❤x

[@lynnettehopkins5176]

I follow The Asher House, I feel all the emotions Lee shares. Keep doing the great work Lee. I had to put my 15 year old dog down 2 1/2 years ago, and just don’t want to go through the hurt of losing another dog. How do I get past that?

[@elizabethmccrone3010]

Thank you Rachel for this podcast 🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@user-lr8yk5qw1x]

Great interview Lee and Rachel. Thanks so much!

[@floragonzalez3018]

God bless you both ..such an amazing interview❤

[@missunderstoodpodcast]

Thanks for watching Flora! ❤️😊

[@user-mv3ev3zi9n]

Great interview from Both of you

[@elizabethmccrone3010]

I try to donate what&when i can &always will ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@elizabethmccrone3010]

Love&light to you both❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@diannaloveshenry]

Rachel, first i want to tell you thank you for sharing your story of love and loss. Wow!! Secondly, thank you for sharing Lee Asher's story. Bottom line is LOVE! It is a defining compass for our lives. I tuned in because of my love of Asher House. I suscribed for the love & respect you give in your style & honesty❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@elizabethmccrone3010]

Heartbreaking Rachel to hear your story ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@karensalrin4563]

I got my Rufus from a shelter and I love him more than I could have ever have thought. ❤

[@valenciah9447]

Awesome interview. I love it.

[@shaanarisley343]

God bless Lee & also Rachel! 🙏🏻♥️🐾🐾

[@missunderstoodpodcast]

Thanks Shaana! 😊

[@sandymurray9829]

I especially like the statement that when something bad happens that it didn't happen to me but for me. Great prespective!

[@arla4767]

Phenomenal interview! Love Lee and his heart - as always!! He is a hero. Your story left me with tears streaming down my face. My heart goes out to what you had to endure.

[@missunderstoodpodcast]

Thanks! ❤️ Lee is awesome

[@dja1115]

Thanks!

[@aprilrenaeofficial9668]

Such an amazing interview! When Rachel shared her story about the dog that passed early on and then losing her fiancé, I cried so hard. The lesson she learned from it was so inspirational and powerful! Thank you for sharing ❤

[@candigaler1845]

Such an unreal and dedicated animal rescue I love the page and I love teh mission well done the Asher house ❤

[@elizabethmccrone3010]

This was inspirational &powerful o both parts❤❤❤❤❤

[@annarodriguez6808]

He's the best. Keep doing what your doing 🙏 God bless

[@kimberlywahl3624]

Lee, I love how you explain the passing. I wish I knew this before my Simba passed.

[@kateannkippy37]

BLESS Your HEART LEE 💖

[@seviregis7441]

My first time to your channel. (I subbed). Thank you for this sensitive, thoughtful interview. Was sorry to hear about the loss of your dog then soon after, also your fiancé. But it was beautiful how you taught him to love that little dog, opening a part of his heart that was previously closed. And he needed that because he was about to face eternity and your little dog, having entered Heaven first, came running to fetch him and lead him in. (It’s complicated but God does things this way sometimes). I Have been following Lee for several years, his work is amazing, incredible how much of it he handles all alone. Hope he always has whatever he needs.

[@karenaandreasen7029]

He's as cute as all his doggies 😍💟

[@DiFinni]

I really liked this interview. I do watch Lee and really appreciate all he does for dogs and all animals. The losing a pet part was interesting, thanks.

[@marierudd5204]

You are spot on Mix breed & runts of the litter are usualy the strongest dog live longer My beautiful German Shepherd Sara was the runt, lived for 17 years never I'll till she got Atheritis at 15 years old got Atheritis & the vet said the reason for this was because she had a bit of a small stroke after defending me being attacked by my Ex after a month she got stronger but was left with a little Atheritis, damage was done after small stroke & her older age apart from that never got ill

[@teresacrossan4251]

thank you both for this very honest video

[@missunderstoodpodcast]

Thanks to you for watching Teresa, I’m glad you liked it!

[@lisarenaud478]

Do you show the pack the deceased dog? So they understand they are gone? When my best friend died unexpectedly at home, her husband let the dogs see & sniff her before the coroner took her away. I asked him what made him do that- he said he just asked himself “what would Willo do”. It was brilliant closure for the dogs otherwise they would have been waiting at the door for her to come home.

[@burgersharon5494]

Awesome interview so heartfelt n real thanku Rachael n Lee for sharing you help me so much with loss god bless you both