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April 18, 2025

Advice to My Past Self: The Rescue Ranch Dream

If you could go back and talk to the past version of yourself— what would you say? 💭✨ Amy Castro opens up about what she would tell her past self about the challenges and rewards of rescue work, and how to take care of your own heart while saving others.…

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April 15, 2025

A New Beginning: The Future of Starlight Outreach and Rescue

Changes are on the horizon! 🌟 Amy Castro reveals how Starlight Outreach and Rescue is evolving into a new form—one that’s not only healthier for the animals, but healthier for the humans behind the scenes too. 🐾💖 The future looks bright for rescue work, and it’s going to be more…

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April 15, 2025

Why I'm Quitting Animal Rescue

I broke down in the middle of a hurricane—sobbing, soaked, and desperately trying to keep my barn from blowing away—while sick kittens cried in a barely-secured shed. That’s when I realized: something had to change. In this raw, no-holds-barred solo episode, I share the story kept quiet for too long—the…

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April 14, 2025

The Road Less Traveled: Real Talk on Animal Rescue

Join us as Amy shares the struggles and heartache she’s faced while balancing her role at Starlight Outreach and Rescue. 💔🦮 From burnout to tough decisions, she’s opening up about the emotional toll of years in rescue work—and how she's navigating the balance of caring for animals while caring for…

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April 11, 2025

🧪 Yearly Testing = Peace of Mind for Your Pet’s Health 🐾💖

In this clip from our latest episode, Dr. Zoo stresses the importance of yearly heartworm testing—and why it’s crucial even if your pet is on a prevention plan. 🩺💉 With heartworm strains becoming resistant to popular treatments, regular testing is the best way to stay ahead of the curve. 📅🛑💥…

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April 8, 2025

🦟 Mosquitoes Aren’t Just Annoying for Us—They’re Dangerous for Our Pets! 🐶😱

In this clip, Dr. Zoo explains something we all know: mosquitoes are the worst! 🦟🙄 But here’s the kicker—they’re even more of a threat to our pets! 🐕🦟 Mosquitoes use heat-seeking sensors to find their target, and since pets run hotter than us, they’re prime targets for heartworm transmission. ⚠️🔥…

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April 7, 2025

Heartworm Prevention Myths that could kill your pet

💔 Heartworm disease is slow, painful, and entirely preventable. So why are pets still dying from it? In this essential episode of Muddy Paws and Hairballs, Dr. Zoo shares two real-life cases that hit hard: a young German Shepherd in kidney failure at just two years old after his owners…

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April 7, 2025

💔 Heartworm Treatment: A Life-Saving Journey 🐾

In this sneak peek from our upcoming episode, Dr. Zoo from Family Animal Hospital in Friendswood, TX, shares the intense process involved in heartworm treatment. 😥🐕 Treatment involves strict cage rest to avoid dangerous side effects as the worms die off. ⚠️💔 The process can be physically and emotionally taxing…

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April 4, 2025

The Power of ‘Agreeing to Disagree’ in the World of Pet Welfare 🐾💬

💡 Knowledge is power, but understanding that we won’t always agree on pet care choices is just as important. Stacy LeBaron shares why equipping people with resources and information is key, but knowing when to agree to disagree makes all the difference in creating a supportive community. ✨ Learn more…

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April 1, 2025

The Power of Asking for Help in Caring for Our Pets 🐾

🌟 When life gets tough, there’s NO shame in asking for help—especially when it comes to feeding your pets. 🐱 Stacy LeBaron reminds us that there are plenty of resources and organizations out there to help you get through tough times. Don’t struggle alone. 🙌 Tune in to this week’s…

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