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Pet Parenting
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Separation Anxiety
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Financial Planning
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You love your pets. But sometimes, living with them is a lot.

The Pet Parent Hotline helps you figure out what matters and what to do next when pet care gets confusing, stressful, expensive, or just plain overwhelming.

Most pet podcasts focus on the pet. This one focuses on you too, including the decisions, tradeoffs, frustrations, costs, mess, guilt, and curveballs that come with loving animals ... more

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Ever spent good money on a pet product that promised to make your life easier, only to discover it created more work, more expense, or more aggravation? Some of the most popular pet gadgets and accessories look terrific in advertisements but fall fla... more

Before you get another pet, don't just research the animal. Research the life that comes with it.

In this Pet Parent Power Up, Amy shares a simple way to make a better decision before bringing home a new pet: picture an ordinary Tuesday six months f... more

Choosing the right pet isn’t just about finding an animal you love. Sometimes the mistaken beliefs you bring into the decision can steer you toward a pet that isn’t actually a good fit for your life, your family, or your ability to meet that animal’s... more

Cats are incredibly good at hiding pain, and sometimes the first clue that something is wrong doesn't look like pain at all. It looks like a change in behavior.

Maybe your cat suddenly stops hanging out with you. They're less tolerant of another cat... more

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Recent Guests

Em Breslin
Host of The Dog Who Asked for More, dog trainer, canine nutritionist, retired veterinary technician
Dog Who Asked for More; canine nutritionist
Episode: Why Isn't Training Working for My Dog?
Dr. Matt Evans
Equine veterinarian, stand-up comedian, author
Independent practice near Austin, Texas; author of Chomping at the Bit
Episode: What Your Vet Wishes You Understood About Them
Deborah Felin-Magaldi
Director of CatPAWS, Helen Sanders Cat Protection and Welfare Society
CatPAWS / Helen Sanders Cat Protection and Welfare Society
Episode: Found Kittens? Don’t Assume the Shelter Will Save Them
Dr. Linda Atkins
Veterinarian with Valley Cottage Animal Hospital
Valley Cottage Animal Hospital
Episode: Should You Go to the Emergency Vet or Wait?
Carla Bosacki
Former national television anchor and host of A Dog's Devotion, a podcast about rescue, health, grief, and senior pet care
A Dog's Devotion
Episode: After Pet Loss, When Is It Time To Get Another Pet?
Bailey Hyde
Tattoo artist and psychologist with a master's degree
Ink Therapy Abilene
Episode: Pet Tattoos: Tribute, Celebration, or Something More?
Dr. Jack Murray
Veterinarian who works in hospice and end-of-life care
Unspecified veterinary practice (hospice/end-of-life care)
Episode: Are You Waiting Too Long to Let Your Pet Go?
Ed Quinlan
President of Chem-Dry
Chem-Dry
Episode: Remove Pet Smell: Why Your House Still Smells Like Pets After Cleaning
Marilyn Krieger
Certified cat behavior consultant, author of Naughty No More
The Cat Coach LLC
Episode: Cat Aggression Signs: Why Cats Swat, Bite, and Lash Out

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Amy Castro
Host of The Pet Parent Hotline

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 95 ratings
  • Every pet parent must listen to this show

    I love that this show focuses as much on you as the pet parent as it does on your pet. I also love that it doesn't focus on one specific type of pet. Every episode helps pet parents learn essential skills for providing their pets with their very best lives. The experts that she has on the show share tips and insights into saving money on pet care, navigating vet visits, behavior and training, and basically solving problems before they become too big for you to handle.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kiki393
    United States6 months ago
  • Podcasts like this are a must for pet lovers

    There’s so much more to animals than many of us have been trained to believe. Podcasts like this help open your eyes up to the world of animals and give you the information you need to make sure your pet thrives as a loving member of your family, not just survives

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    James Finochio
    United States6 months ago
  • Informative

    Amy does an excellent job of providing useful information. As a pet owner, this podcast has been great to tune into.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EunoiaZen
    Canada6 months ago
  • Great information

    This is a great show for pet owners!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ToshJ
    United States6 months ago
  • Great advice

    Loved the episode about puppies! Lots of helpful information and interesting to listen to! Learned a lot and followed the show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tina TCN
    United States7 months ago

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Guests bring valuable expertise, enhancing relevance for pet parents.
Listeners praise practical, calm guidance for pets and their humans.
Fans appreciate diverse topics—from training to end-of-life care—delivered with empathy.
Show is seen as a trustworthy, no-nonsense resource for navigating pet ownership complexities.
High-quality, actionable content and strong host rapport are commonly highlighted.

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Why Isn't Training Working for My Dog?
Q: What role does communication with the trainer play?
Open, direct communication and willingness to pivot are essential; you should be able to ask questions and experiments with new approaches to see what works for your dog.
Why Isn't Training Working for My Dog?
Q: Is one-on-one training always better than group classes?
One-on-one training is often more effective for sensitive or distracted dogs; group classes can be useful later as a next level once the individual dog's needs are managed, but the training environment must be appropriate for the dog.
Why Isn't Training Working for My Dog?
Q: What should pet parents do first when training isn't working?
Get curious about the dog's needs, consider factors like diet, enrichment, and environment, and consult with professionals to reassess the plan rather than blaming the dog.
After Pet Loss, When Is It Time To Get Another Pet?
Q: What final thoughts does the guest offer on this topic?
Final thoughts emphasize honoring the pet you lost, resisting pressure to replace too quickly, and recognizing that the decision should come from an honest assessment of personal readiness and the needs of future companionship.
After Pet Loss, When Is It Time To Get Another Pet?
Q: What are some questions to gauge whether it's time to get another pet?
Some questions include whether you can accept a new pet without comparing it to the previous one, why you want another pet, and whether you have given yourself space to grieve, as well as practical considerations like travel and bandwidth to care for a new animal.

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What is The Pet Parent Hotline about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, listener-focused show that centers pet parents and real-life household challenges. Episodes consistently cover behavior, training, veterinary care, pet health and nutrition, and the financial and emotional realities of pet ownership. A recurring strength is translating complex topics into clear, action-oriented guidance—often with a warm, empathetic host who shares personal experiences and invites expert guests to provide concrete strategies. Notable for its emphasis on boundaries, calm routines, and making smarter decisions that fit real life, not just ideal scenarios. Listeners can expect practical steps to reduce stress, improve pet well-being, and navigate tough moments like end-of-life decisions, grief, or emergency planni... more

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1. Em Breslin
2. Dr. Matt Evans
3. Deborah Felin-Magaldi
4. Dr. Linda Atkins
5. Carla Bosacki
6. Bailey Hyde
7. Dr. Jack Murray
8. Ed Quinlan

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