LIFE IN THE DOGHOUSE – newportFILM Outdoors

Newport International Polo Grounds
715 East Main Road,
Portsmouth, RI, 02871

Join us at Newport International Polo Grounds for newportFILM Outdoors’ free screening of LIFE IN THE DOGHOUSE presented by LILA DELMAN REAL ESTATE, supported by FORTY 1º NORTH and presented in partnership with Potter League for Animals
Venue and food vendors open 5:45 PM – Live Music by Los Duderinos courtesy of KIEL JAMES PATRICK 6:40 PM – Film 7:55 PM followed by Q&A with director Ron Davis and film subjects Ron Danta & Danny Robertshaw

Free Popcorn. Water station courtesy of St. Michael’s Country Day School
On-site food vendors: Diego’s, Binge BBQ, LemonsAid, Tricycle Ice Cream
BYO picnic, blankets & chairs – Bike racks on-site provided by Bike Newport
Rain Venue: Casino Theatre, 9 Freebody Street, Newport

ABOUT THE FILM: As a child, Danny Robertshaw’s mom would take him to rescue shelters and explain, “You don’t buy a pet, you save one.” So, in 2005, when Hurricane Katrina’s surge broke through the levees in New Orleans and thousands of dogs were left stranded, Danny and his partner of nearly 30 years Ron Danta, stepped up to save the lives of the abandoned dogs. The veteran horse trainers and animal lovers drove their horse trailer down and back from South Carolina to New Orleans bringing home 40-60 dogs per trip. Dedicating all of their own resources to the effort, including their own home, they eventually rescued and found homes for more than 600 dogs and Danny & Ron’s Rescue 501(c)(3) was founded.

Life in the Doghouse, directed by Ron Davis the award – winning filmmaker of the NY Times Critic’s pick and 2016 box-office hit, Harry and Snowman, tells the inspiring life stories of these two men and the selfless work they continue to do. With a no-kennel policy, there can be as many as 75 dogs living with them in their home at any given time; the dogs also join them on the horse show circuit on their journey of finding their “forever home”. Danny & Ron were honored with the 2008 ASPCA Humanitarian Award for their unwavering personal sacrifice and unique approach to dog rescue & adoption during hurricane Katrina.

Ten years and almost 10,000 dogs later, Danny & Ron’s Rescue has become the voice for abused, abandoned and starving dogs. Their story captures hearts, entertains, educates and will inspire millions to make the right choices when it comes to man’s best friend.

Run time: 83 min
Director(s): Ron Davis
Producer(s): Ron Davis, Nancy Knox Talcott, and Clay Westervelt