About the Founder
By Christine & William Roberts
The stage is set. The lights dim. A global audience waits in hushed anticipation as a new kind of animated magic—with a powerful message—comes to life. Blending drama, suspense, humor, and heart, a revolutionary concept is poised to capture imaginations and stir consciences worldwide. Welcome to Judge Leo™ and his World Animal Court™, where “animals prosecute humans for cruelty to animals.” This is more than entertainment—it’s a call to action, aiming to reshape how we think about and treat animals.
The guiding principle behind Judge Leo™ comes from the powerful words of Dietrich Bonhoeffer:
At the heart of this movement is Henry B. Carlton, a visionary who has spent over 25 years developing this bold and compassionate mission. Driven by the belief that “we preserve what we love; we love what we understand; and we understand what we have been taught,” Henry has devoted his life to education through storytelling. His work invites audiences of all ages into a world where empathy leads the way and justice for animals is everyone’s responsibility.
Though a successful entrepreneur with a diverse background, Henry’s true passion has always been animal welfare. While he’s founded and managed several thriving companies, his greatest calling emerged from a simple but profound discovery:
The best way to create lasting education for children and families is through animated cartoon storytelling.
That insight, confirmed by a professional agency-lead research, was the catalyst Henry needed to launch his mission.
His journey began with the creation of Doctor Wooff™ and Nurse Meow™, two delightful, animated characters who run a veterinary clinic staffed by an international team of animal cartoon characters. Designed to educate children (and their parents) on the real-life responsibilities of animal care, this engaging series promotes compassion, empathy, and proper pet care.
Among the colorful cast are:
- Dr. Drool, a German Boxer who runs the animal hospital's dental clinic
- Dr. Otto Shrink, a lovable Orangutan and the clinic’s psychologist, who helps children process grief after losing a pet and provides comfort during burial services at the hospital’s “Pet Cemetery”
Each character at Doctor Wooff’s Animal Hospital plays a role in making animal care both fun and deeply meaningful. You can explore them all at www.doctorwooff.com in the "Meet the Characters" section.
But Henry didn’t stop there. As he developed Doctor Wooff™, he recognized another urgent need: addressing the widespread abuse and neglect of animals by adolescents and adults—often without meaningful consequences. During further research, he discovered the troubling link between cruelty and abuse of animals and domestic violence, a realization that intensified his resolve.
This led to the creation of Judge Leo™, a thought-provoking, mature animated series designed for teens and adults, facing real consequences for their brutal inhuman actions! Through powerful storytelling, the show tackles the realities of animal cruelty and offers a voice to those who cannot speak for themselves. For more information go to www.JudgeLeo.com or go to www.
Over three decades ago, Henry embraced his American citizenship and moved from Germany back to the United States. Now based in Florida, he leads a passionate team of national and international creatives, and all are working tirelessly and with great enthusiasm, to bring his vision to life. Through books, endless content for animated TV episodes, movies, short video clips, DVDs, and all social media platforms —powered by the latest technologies—Henry Carlton’s mission is clear:
To inspire empathy, educate minds, and by creating a more compassionate world for animals, this will subsequently greatly benefit humans as well.