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Pet Health And Wellness Episodes

April 25, 2023

Thinking About Adopting a Shelter Dog? Listen to This First

Ready to open your heart and home to a shelter dog? There’s more to it than just picking the cutest pup. In this episode, Amy Castro teams up with professional dog trainer Ricky Bedient, also known as That Dog Guy , to unpack...

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April 18, 2023

Saving Senior Dogs: Why They’re Overlooked (and Why They’re Amazing)

Think adopting a senior dog is just “too sad”? You’re not alone. Many people avoid older dogs because of fears about health, longevity, or heartbreak. But what if you’re missing out on one of the most rewarding pet experience...

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April 11, 2023

Is Your Pet’s Food Safe? How to Choose What Really Works

Is Your Pet’s Food Helping or Hurting Their Health? With nearly 900 pet food brands on the market, how are you supposed to know what’s actually good for your pet? In this episode, I’m joined by holistic veterinarian Dr. Jeff Grognet to cut through the confusion and give you real answers about pet n…

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March 7, 2023

Why Your Cat’s Acting Out (and How to Fix It)

Ever feel like your cat is trying to ruin your life with litterbox messes or shredded furniture? You’re not alone and you’re not failing. These so-called “bad” behaviors are often just misunderstood signals from your cat. In this episode, Amy sits down with cat behavior expert and media personality…

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Feb. 28, 2023

Veterinary Social Workers: The Hidden Support Pet Owners Need

Ever feel like something’s lost in translation at the vet’s office? Veterinary social workers may be the solution you didn’t know existed. In this episode, Amy speaks with Emily Carveth, LCSW, to explore how these professionals support both pet parents and veterinary teams, especially in high-stres…

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Feb. 21, 2023

Stop Misreading Your Pet: What Their Behavior Is Really Saying

What Is Your Pet Trying to Tell You—And Are You Listening? What if your pet’s “bad” or unwanted behavior isn’t bad at all... but a message you’re missing? Most pet parents unknowingly send mixed signals to their animals, then feel frustrated when the problems persist. Whether it’s barking, hiding, …

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Feb. 14, 2023

The Grief Before Goodbye: Preparing for Your Pet’s Final Days

What No One Tells You About Losing a Pet Do you feel like you're already grieving your pet… even though they're still here? That heartbreak has a name and in this episode, you’ll learn how anticipatory grief affects both you and your pet, and why it’s one of the most misunderstood parts of pet loss…

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Feb. 14, 2023

Low-Cost Food Fixes for Healthier Pets

Think you need to spend a fortune to upgrade your pet’s health? Think again. If your pet’s food feels “good enough” but you know deep down it could be better, this episode is for you. Amy chats with Kat Donatello, founder of Austin and Kat, about affordable ways to boost your pet’s nutrition, witho…

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