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The Pet Parent Hotline | Calm The Chaos, Spend Smarter, and Love Life With Your Pets Again

Amy Castro - Pet Parenting & Behavior Expert
Pet Care
Veterinary Care
Pet Parenting
Pet Adoption
Dog Training
Pet Health
Pet Loss
Animal Rescue
Pet Ownership
Animal Welfare
Separation Anxiety
Socialization
Dog Behavior
Pet Behavior
Rescue Dogs
Financial Planning
Budget Management
Time Management
Guilt
Pet Technology

If you’re a busy pet parent dealing with barking, accidents, behavior problems, rising costs, constant mess, or the feeling that your home revolves around your pet’s needs, you’re in the right place.

You got a pet to make life better, not to lose sleep, drain your bank account, second-guess every decision, and feel like you’re failing at something that was supposed to bring you joy.

You’ve tried t... more

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Latest Episodes

I thought buying a house with pets meant finding enough space, a decent yard, and hopefully a fence. Then I started walking through houses with three dogs and three cats in mind.

Now I’m looking at how close the road is, whether Gunny can manage the... more

What Really Happened Moving 2,200 Miles With Six Pets

Moving six pets from Texas to Massachusetts in an RV sounded manageable on paper. Then came the delayed departure, Houston rush-hour traffic, tire-pressure warnings, a check-engine light, a cryin... more

Moving cross-country with pets is not the same as taking your dog for a quick ride around town.

In this episode of The Pet Parent Hotline, Amy shares the practical lessons she learned from a 2,200-mile move with one other adult and six pets. This is... more

Behavioral euthanasia is one of the hardest and most misunderstood decisions a pet parent may ever face. While most people think of euthanasia as something reserved for pets who are elderly, sick, or physically suffering, serious behavior problems ca... 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
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
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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, owner of The Cat Coach LLC
The Cat Coach LLC
Episode: New Cat? Stop Rushing Introductions Before It Turns Into A Fight
Dr. Tori Niemynski
Board-certified pediatrician
Your Pediatrician Bestie
Episode: Is Someone At Home Allergic to Your Pet? Now What?

Host

Amy Castro
Host of The Pet Parent Hotline

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 96 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 States4 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 States4 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
    Canada4 months ago
  • Great information

    This is a great show for pet owners!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ToshJ
    United States4 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 States4 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate practical, calm guidance tailored to pet parents, not just pets themselves.
Hosts and guests help reduce vet-visit anxiety and budget stress with clear steps.
Quality guests and accessible tips make complex topics actionable.

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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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A practical, listener-focused show that helps busy pet parents balance care for their animals with everyday life, money, and sanity. Episodes consistently cover behavior, vet decisions, aging pets, adoption, and how to create calmer routines—prioritizing clear decisions over more tasks. A notable strength is the host's emphasis on real-life constraints and achievable strategies, plus monthly quick resets to reinforce boundaries and better thinking. The show often features veterinary and behavior experts, rescue voices, and practical tips that aim to reduce stress, save money, and keep pets healthy and integrated into a thriving household.

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1. The Daily
2. Small Town Dicks
3. 19 Cats and Counting on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com)
4. The Pet Parenting Reset
5. Naturally Healthy Pets Podcast

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

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