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Oct. 15, 2025

Dakota an adoptable kitten from starlight outreach and rescue

Dakota is an outgoing, cuddly girl who is just looking for someone to play with her and cuddle on the couche while watching their favorite show! She gets along with other animals and people of all ages. If you'd like to meet Dakota, the first step is to fill out…

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Oct. 12, 2025

Stop Overpaying for Grooming: What You Can DIY vs Leave to the Pros

Trying to save money on grooming? Whether you’ve got a dog or a cat, this episode will help you figure out what you can safely and confidently do at home, and what’s better left to the professionals so you can stop overpaying for grooming. Amy talks with Liz Hampton, Director…

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Oct. 5, 2025

Crate Training Without the Stress: Step-by-Step for Real Success

Think crate training is as simple as putting your dog in the crate and calling it a night? That’s the biggest reason it fails. Crate training isn’t instant. Iit’s a step-by-step process that builds your dog’s trust and confidence over time. Rush it, and you’ll end up with whining, accidents,…

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Sept. 28, 2025

How to Pick the Right Crate for Your Dog

Confused about which crate is right for your dog? With so many sizes, styles, and price points, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. The right crate isn’t just about convenience for you — it’s about safety, comfort, and creating a space your dog will actually enjoy. In this episode, we’re taking…

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Sept. 26, 2025

Inside Zoomies Dog Park Houston - Coming 10/25!

What if your local dog park could double as a vibrant community hub and a safe haven for both pets and their owners? In this episode, we chat with Ramy Saleh, visionary CEO of Zoomies Dog Park, about how he's transforming this dream into reality. Ramy shares his inspiring journey…

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Sept. 21, 2025

Why Your Cat Won’t Use the Litter Box: 6 Rules to Fix It

Think your litter box setup is fine, yet your cat is still peeing on the bath mat? In this episode, Amy shares expert pet advice and reveals the six “everybody knows” rules cat parents accidentally bend, and how tiny fixes in cat care can stop outside-the-box accidents for good. You’ll…

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Sept. 18, 2025

How Childhood Dog Incidents Can Create Lifelong Fear

Most adults who fear dogs can trace it back to a bad experience in childhood. At the same time, pets forced to deal with rough handling from small children can develop lifelong fear or aggression toward kids. This short explains why very young children and pets often don’t belong together.…

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Sept. 18, 2025

Kids Under 5 Face the Highest Dog Bite Risk #petparenting #shorts

Preschoolers are the most common age group treated in the ER for dog bites, and most of those bites come from family dogs. This short explains why kids under 5 are at the highest risk and how these situations can lead to both children being scarred and dogs being surrendered…

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Sept. 18, 2025

6 Hacks to Save Money on Pet Food Without Guilt

Are you tired of feeling like you need a second job just to buy pet food? You're not alone. Prices keep climbing, and if you’ve ever stood in the pet food aisle at the pet store doing mental math and wondering what bill to skip this week, this episode is…

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Sept. 14, 2025

Why You Shouldn’t Get a Pet for Your Child Under 5

Thinking about getting a puppy or kitten for your preschooler? It might look adorable on social media, but in real life it’s often a recipe for stress, safety risks, and heartbreak. Well-meaning parents often believe getting a pet will teach their child responsibility or help them “grow up together and…

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