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Travel With Pets And Pet Care When Away Episodes

Whether your pets are coming with you or staying home, these episodes help you plan stress-free travel for both of you. Learn how to choose reliable sitters and boarding options, prepare your pet for your absence, and make every trip smoother and safer when they’re tagging along.

Topics included: travel safety, pet-friendly hotels, flying with pets, road trips, pet sitters, boarding facilities, separation preparation, travel gear, and stress-free travel tips.
Nov. 2, 2025

Choosing a Dog Boarding Facility? Watch for These Red Flags

Great dog boarding facilities can be hard to find and leaving your dog (or cat) in someone else’s care can be nerve-racking, especially when you’re not sure what goes on behind those kennel doors. In this episode, Amy sits do...

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Feb. 3, 2025

Road Trip With Cats? Pet Travel Tips To Prevent Mayhem

Worried your cat will freak out in the car? You’re not alone. Whether you’re planning a move or just need to get your cat to the vet without a meltdown, cat travel can feel overwhelming. But with the right preparation, it doe...

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Sept. 10, 2024

What Happens to Pets When Military Pet Parents Deploy?

What happens to a pet when their military family is suddenly deployed? In this episode, I talk with Alisa Sieber-Johnson, co-founder of Dogs on Deployment, a nonprofit that connects military members and first responders with ...

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Aug. 27, 2024

Rehoming Bonnie: 1,672 Miles to a Forever Home

What happens when you hit the road with a rescue dog, and everything goes wrong? In this episode, I share the story of my 1,672-mile journey from Texas to New York with my best friend Bev and a sweet rescue dog named Bonnie. ...

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April 16, 2024

Spring and Summer Pet Safety: The Risks Nobody Warned You About

Worried about keeping your pets safe during the warmer months? From allergies and pests to heatstroke and toxic plants, spring and summer bring a new set of challenges for pet parents. In this episode, Amy is joined by Dr. Zoo from Family Animal Hospital to share essential seasonal safety tips that…

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Nov. 21, 2023

Holiday Hazards: The Hidden Dangers That Send Pets to the ER

Could your holiday celebrations put your pet in danger? Between tempting food, breakable décor, open doors, and a house full of loud humans, the holidays can turn into a perfect storm for pet accidents and stress. In this episode, Amy Castro teams up with emergency veterinarian Dr. Tyler Sugerman-M…

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Nov. 14, 2023

Pet Sitter vs Boarding: How To Choose The Right Care

Leaving town and trying to decide between dog boarding or cat boarding and a pet sitter? In this episode, Amy Castro and veterinarian Dr. Aresue Shokrollahi (aka Dr. Zoo) walk through the real pros and cons of both options, so you can choose based on your pet’s personality, health needs, anxiety le…

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Nov. 7, 2023

Bringing Your Pet for the Holidays? Don’t Be THAT Houseguest

Thinking about bringing your dog or cat to stay in someone else’s home — whether it’s the holidays, a weekend with the in-laws, or a family trip? Before you pack the food bowl and leash, listen to this episode first. Amy Cast...

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May 16, 2023

Road Trips With Pets: Avoid Vomit, Stress and Car Chaos

Planning a road trip with your pets? Worried about how to make it safe, fun, and enjoyable? In this episode, Amy chats with pet travel expert Amy Burkert, founder of GoPetFriendly.com, to bring you the ultimate guide to hitting the road with your furry co-pilot. Whether you’re traveling cross-count…

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March 28, 2023

Fake Service Dogs: How They Put Real People at Risk

Think all dogs with vests are legit service animals? Think again. In this episode, Amy Castro sits down with disability experts Elisa Hayes and Donna Mack to break down the facts—and fiction—surrounding service dogs. Together...

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