What do you do when the worst happens and your pet crosses the Rainbow Bridge? For many pet parents, navigating the grief and logistics of pet aftercare is overwhelming, especially if they’ve never faced it before. In this ep...
What does it really take to turn your passion for pets into a thriving business? A lot of people dive in headfirst, only to find out too late that love for animals isn’t enough. In this episode, I talk with Eliza Burr, a seas...
What if cuddling your dog or cat could lower your blood pressure and improve your mental health? Too many people think of pets as “just” companions, but research shows they do much more. In this episode, I sit down with Linds...
Want to help your pet feel better, heal faster, and trust you more? Most pet parents have no idea that massage therapy can improve everything from joint pain to anxiety. In this episode, I sit down with certified canine massage therapist Blanca Rodriguez to explore the power of pet massage and how it can boost your pet’s quality of life. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: How massage therapy supports pain relief, trust, and emotional regulationSimple ways to create a calm, saf...
Ever wonder how you can actually make a difference for homeless pets? Too many shelters are overwhelmed, and most people think they can’t help unless they adopt, but that’s far from the truth. In this episode, I sit down with April Pfeiffer from the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter to reveal how fostering, volunteering, and even small donations can create real change for pets in need. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: How shelters like WCRAS are adapting to rising in...
Ever wonder who helps train the dogs that change lives for people who are blind? Most people don’t realize that before a guide dog is matched with their handler, there’s a volunteer family behind the scenes laying the foundation for that dog’s success. In this episode, you’ll meet two longtime puppy raisers and a guide dog recipient as they share what it really takes to raise a future guide dog—and how you can help, too. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: • How guide dog pupp...
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 every dog or cat owner needs to hear. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: • How to protect your pet from seasonal allergies, pests, and plant toxins • Simple ways to keep your pet ...
Facing the end of your pet’s life and unsure how to make it peaceful and meaningful? Many pet parents struggle with how to honor their pet’s final chapter while navigating guilt, fear, and overwhelming grief. In this episode, Amy talks with Dr. Mary Gardner from Lap of Love about how in-home hospice and euthanasia services can transform this emotional time into one of comfort, dignity, and love. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: • How in-home euthanasia offers a peaceful, fa...
Not sure what to do when you stumble on a litter of kittens? Every spring, well-meaning people rush to “rescue” kittens they stumble across who may not need saving. In this episode, Amy breaks down what you need to know before stepping in—so you don’t accidentally do more harm than good. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: How to assess if the kittens are healthy or in dangerSimple ways to tell if the mother cat is still caring for themWhat signs indicate it’s time to intervene...
Ever wish you had more meaningful photos of your pet—especially in their final days? Too often, we wait until it’s too late. And when the end comes, we’re left with blurry snapshots and fading memories. In this powerful episode, I talk with Angela Schneider of Big White Dog Photography and One Last Network about the emotional impact of end-of-life pet photography and why it matters more than most people realize. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: How end-of-life photography he...