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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

Wanted A Purebred, Adopted Instead: What Changed Her Mind

What makes someone set their heart on a specific breed, and what happens when real life doesn’t match the picture in their head? In this episode, Amy talks with speaker and leadership coach Laurie Hall about her honest path f...

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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

Boost Your Pet’s Nutrition Without Breaking the Bank

Think upgrading your pet’s food means draining your wallet? Think again. In this episode, Amy Castro gets expert pet advice from Kat Donatello, founder of Austin and Kat, on how to improve your dog or cat’s diet without overspending. If you’ve been struggling with pet costs, unsure which supplement…

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Jan. 11, 2023

Why I Started This Podcast and Why It Was First Called Starlight Pet …

Every podcast starts somewhere, and this one began with a name that meant a lot to me. In this episode, I’m sharing the story behind the show, why it originally launched as Starlight Pet Talk, and how that name connected to m...

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