Is your dog or puppy suddenly growling over food, toys, or even you? Most pet parents miss the early signs of resource guarding, and the advice you get from friends or online groups often makes things worse. In this episode, we break down what guarding really is, why it shows…
Most pet parents think microchips can track lost pets like GPS, but that is not how they work. And those misconceptions are exactly why so many pets never make it home. In this episode, I share the story of how my cat returned after five years, the myths that confuse…
What if a few simple changes could add years to your pet’s life? If you've ever worried about whether you're doing enough to keep your pet healthy, you're not alone. In this episode, Amy talks with holistic veterinarian Dr. Gary Richter, @petvetexpert32 founder of Ultimate Pet Nutrition, @UltimatePetNutrition to uncover…
Scrolling for pet advice on social media might seem harmless, but it can actually make things worse. Most of the time, the people giving advice have no real experience or credentials, and when their tips go wrong, there’s no accountability or follow up. This clip comes from the full episode…
It’s the one question every pet parent needs to ask, but most don’t. Too many pets end up in shelters because their families weren’t prepared for the unexpected. In this clip, estate planning attorney and author M. Cecilia Amo, of @amolaw share why “just leaving money” in your will isn’t…
A will gives your friend your pet and the money, but there is no legal requirement that they use that money for your pet’s care. A **pet trust** makes it enforceable. It names the caregiver, details the care your pets need, and locks the funds for use only in that…
Don’t assume someone will take care of your pets if something happens to you—have a plan. It’s one of the biggest mistakes pet parents make. Every week, rescues get calls from families who don’t know what to do with a loved one’s pets after a tragedy. You can prevent that…
Most pet parents never stop to ask this question until it’s too late. Every week, rescues like mine get heartbreaking calls from families who can’t take their loved one’s pets after a death, move, or medical emergency. And the pets, confused, grieving, and suddenly homeless, end up in shelters that…
If your dog runs the other way when the crate comes out, you are not alone. Crate training does not have to be stressful when it starts the right way. The key is making the crate a positive, fun place your dog actually wants to be. This clip comes from…
When you bring home a new cat and it hides, it’s easy to take it personally. But hiding isn’t rejection — it’s survival mode. Your cat is processing a huge change and doing the safest thing it knows: finding a quiet, secure spot until it feels safe. This clip comes…