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April 28, 2024

Planning for Our Pet's Future Care

Taking care of our pets is something most pet parents take great pride in; however, we don’t always plan for the “what if’s”. Thinking about what would happen to our pets if we were no longer able to care for …

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April 21, 2024

Healing Hearts and Paws: The Emotional Journey of Animal Rescue with …

Sharing pet stories that inspire and empower others to help animals in need. Joining your host, Julie Marty-Pearson is Amy Castro, founder of Starlight Outreach and Rescue. Together, we weave through the emotional narrative o...

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April 12, 2024

How a Rescue Dog Inspired a Children's Book and Veganism

Host, Julie Marty-Pearson, often says our pets find us, and that isn't truer than for guest Tenny Minassian. Tenny's adopted canine companion, Lucy, inspired not only a profound personal transformation but also a children's b...

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March 17, 2024

Unleashing Imagination and Compassion: How Children's Books Ignite a …

Have you ever found yourself enchanted by the bond between a child and their pet, or moved by the joyous wag of a rescued dog's tail? Teresa Adamo and Jennifer Williams-Cordova, children's book authors with a knack for captur...

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March 17, 2024

New Season, Even More Amazing Pet Stories: Season 3 Trailer The Story…

Are you an Animal Lover? Then The Story of My Pet Podcast is for you! Come along as Pet Parents from around the world tell the stories of their believed pets, from rescue dogs to foster kittens, street cats to …

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Dec. 15, 2023

The Powerful Impact of Cat Fostering: Heartfelt Stories of Kitten Res…

Ever imagined opening your home to a furry four-legged friend temporarily and profoundly impacting their lives and yours in return? In the latest episode of 'The Story of My Pet', we talk about all things cat fostering! We ha...

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Dec. 9, 2023

Embracing the Joys and Challenges of Senior Pet Adoption

Ever wondered about the joys and challenges of giving love and companionship to senior pets? Join us for the heartwarming journey of our special guest, Katie Shelby, who opened her heart and home to two senior dachshunds, Fre...

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Nov. 23, 2023

Celebrating Our Love of Dogs Through Writing Inspired by Our Pets

Have you ever experienced the power of a dog's love and the bond created with a rescue dog and the animal lover who rescued them? Listen as your host, Julie Marty-Pearson chats with esteemed guest J. Wynn Rousuck, a renowned …

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Nov. 10, 2023

Pet Photography: A Powerful Tool for Animal Rescue and Adoption

Have you thought about hiring a professional photographer to capture photos of you and your pets? Or do you want to learn how to take better photos of your pets? Well, we've got you covered! Listen as we explore the …

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Nov. 3, 2023

Navigating the Heartwarming World of Animal Rescue and Fostering: Sto…

Ready to discover the heartwarming world of animal rescue and fostering? Want to learn more about how you can prepare to become an animal foster parent? Need training tips for your dog? We will be covering all of this and …

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Oct. 19, 2023

Fostering Kittens: A Story of Love, Heartbreak, and New Beginnings

Ever wondered what it's like to foster a litter of kittens? Journey with me, your host, Julie Marty Pearson, as I share a deeply personal tale about my own adorable fur family. You'll hear about my experience raising six two-...

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Oct. 11, 2023

From War Zones to Forever Homes: Extraordinary Animal Rescue Missions…

Ever thought about how a dog from a gas station in Romania or a Shepherd from Afghanistan can touch hearts and ignite a global movement for animal rescue? Today's episode sheds light on such awe-inspiring stories, underscorin...

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Oct. 10, 2023

A Lifelong Passion for Animal Welfare: Working with SPCA Internationa…

Ever wondered what it's like to dedicate your life to the wellbeing of our furry friends? In a heartfelt exchange, your host Julie Marty-Pearson sits down with Lori Kalef from SPCA International, who paints an evocative pictu...

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Sept. 28, 2023

Championing Animal Rescue from Shelter Volunteer to Rescue Advocate: …

Ever wondered how you can make a difference in the world of animal rescue? Join us as we walk into the shoes of Connor Long from Marley's Mutts Dog Rescue, an individual whose passion for animals is as infectious as …

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Aug. 24, 2023

New Season, New Pet Stories, Inspiring Tales of Animal Rescues, the J…

Ready to hear heartwarming tales of pets from across the globe? This season on 'The Story of My Pet Podcast' we're going beyond the usual pet stories and taking a more proactive stance towards helping our furry friends. We ar...

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May 26, 2023

Cats as Living Art: The Innovative Project Frame Your Feline

Frame Your Feline, an innovative project by our guests, LA-based entrepreneurs, and stand-up comedians, Brian Vermeire and Kristina Hughes. As loving cat parents to seven rescues, they've designed artwork panels for cats that allow cat owners to showcase their furry …

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March 9, 2023

A Woman Dedicated to Saving the Lives of Shelter Animals

In this episode, I welcome my guest Melissa Brunson, Executive Director of Marley’s Mutts Dog Rescue. Marley’s Mutts Dog Rescue is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to saving the lives of Kern County’s shelter animals. Marley’s mission is making a …

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March 3, 2023

The Outdoor Adventures of Rescue Dogs

Animal lovers, tune in to the latest episode of The Story of My Pet podcast to hear from our special guest, Amanda Sue Creasey! Amanda is a speculative fiction author, high school English teacher, outdoor writer, and dog-walk...

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Feb. 24, 2023

All About Dogs Who Dance

In the newest episode of The Story of My Pet Podcast you'll meet my guest Joyce A. Miller. Joyce adopted six racing greyhounds over the past twenty years and danced with several of them. Miller lives in the Church Hill …

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Jan. 19, 2023

Let's Talk Compassion Fatigue, Cat Behavior and More!

Molly is an avid foster and former vet nurse who has worked with animals for over 10 years in companion animal practice and volunteering in both New Zealand and overseas. Last year, she completed her postgrad studies in feline behavior …

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Dec. 23, 2022

Pets and the Holidays

In this episode, I talk about important ways to keep our pets involved and happy during the holidays. I also talk about how pets shouldn’t be gifts but rather important members of your family and lifelong commitments to care ...

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Dec. 9, 2022

The Power of Connection Between People and Horses

Fur mom Emma Davis is the CEO and founder of Mikko's Choice, a pet CBD company. An animal rescuer, advocate, and an equestrian, Emma has a lifelong love of animals. Her first soul dog, a wolf hybrid named Mo and …

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Nov. 14, 2022

Eyewear That Gives Back to Rescue Animals

In this episode, I welcome my guest, Christy Chand. Christy is the founder and president of SPEX Eyewear Inc. SPEX is a new online eyewear retailer that donates 100% of its profit to animal rescue. Before launching SPEX, Chri...

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Nov. 9, 2022

Pet Sitting Golden Doodle Dogs

In this episode, I give you a look into my life as a pet sitter. I’ve been pet sitting since the pandemic and enjoy getting to meet new people and their amazing pets. I was at a clients home caring …

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