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Aug. 18, 2025

Pet Emergencies Happen Fast. Will You Know What to Do?

Would you know how to save your pet if they started choking or collapsed from heatstroke? Pet emergencies can happen in seconds, and knowing what to do could be the difference between life and death. Most pet parents aren’t prepared—and that’s exactly what this episode aims to change. I’m joined…

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Aug. 18, 2025

Traveling With Cats? Here’s How to Make It Stress-Free

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 doesn’t have to be. In this episode, I talk…

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Aug. 18, 2025

From the Vault: Pet Vaccination 101: Expert Insights from Dr. Jeff Grognet

Bonus Episode From the Vault: The #1 Most Downloaded Episode of 2024! While we’re on a break until Feb 4, we’re bringing back one of your all-time favorite episodes from 2024! In this episode, holistic veterinarian Dr. Jeff Grognet emphasizes the critical importance of understanding pet vaccinations, including core and…

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Aug. 18, 2025

From the Vault: Solve the Five Biggest Dog Behavior Problems with Expert Trainer Ruth Hegarty

Bonus Episode From the Vault: The #2 Most Downloaded Episode of 2024! While we’re on a break until Feb 4, we’re bringing back one of your all-time favorite episodes of 2024 from the vault! This episode focuses on addressing the top five dog behaviors that frustrate pet owners and providing…

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Aug. 18, 2025

What’s Broken in Animal Rescue and How to Fix It

Hey there! In this episode, you’ll hear us refer to the show as Starlight Pet Talk—that’s what we called it before we decided to embrace the fur, mess, and mayhem. Don’t worry, you’re in the right place for Muddy Paws and Hairballs—same great content, just with a name that fits!…

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Aug. 18, 2025

How Business Partnerships Help Rescues Save More Pets

What if helping animals could also grow your business? In this special crossover episode, I’m interviewed by Eliza Burr on Off the Leash with the Pet Business Coach. We dive into what makes a partnership between a pet business and an animal rescue not only possible, but powerful. You’ll hear…

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Aug. 18, 2025

Why Was Your Adoption Denied? The Real Reasons Shelters Say No

Thinking about adopting a pet? Before you fill out that application, there are a few things you’ll want to know. In this episode, I break down the 10 most common reasons pet adopters get rejected — and most people have no clue they’re making these mistakes. Drawing from 15 years…

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Aug. 18, 2025

How Pets Improve Your Health: The Science Behind the Human-Animal Bond

What if cuddling your dog or cat could actually lower your blood pressure and improve your mental health? In this episode, host Amy Castro talks with Lindsey Braun, Vice President of Research and Operations at the Human-Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI), about what science says pets really do for our…

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Aug. 18, 2025

The Healing Power of Pet Massage: Help Your Pet Feel Better, Trust More, and Heal Faster

Want to help your pet feel better, heal faster, and strengthen your bond? Most pet parents have no idea how powerful massage therapy can be for pets. In this episode, host Amy Castro sits down with certified canine massage therapist Blanca Rodriguez to explore how massage helps with pain relief,…

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Aug. 18, 2025

Found Kittens? Here’s What to Do (and What Not to Do)

Found a litter of kittens and not sure what to do? Before you scoop them up and rush to “rescue” them, stop. Every spring, well-meaning people accidentally separate kittens from their moms who were coming back to care for them. In this episode, Amy Castro breaks down what to do—and…

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