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Story of My Pet: Tales of Animal Rescue, Fostering & Adoption

Julie Marty-Pearson
Animal Welfare
Animal Rescue
Fostering
Mental Health
Adoption
Running
Pet Ownership Education
Smiley
CBD
Fostering Animals
No-Kill Philosophy
Marley's Mutts Dog Rescue
Fundraising
Ebenezer the Donkey
Senior Dogs
Dog Adoption
DNA Is Love
Cats
Cat Nutrition
Homemade Cat Food

Are you a pet lover with a rescue story close to your heart? You’ve found your new favorite podcast. 🐾

Welcome to The Story of My Pet, where inspiring tales of animal rescue, fostering, and adoption come to life. Each episode shares powerful stories from pet parents, animal advocates, and rescue heroes who’ve opened their hearts and homes to animals in need. From street cats and shelter pups to u... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes67Founded4 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Pet Protect and Connect: Using AI to Simplify Pet Adoption for Shelters, Rescues and Adopters

Host Julie Marty Pearson welcomes Liz Adams to The Story of My Pet podcast to discuss Liz’s longtime background in animal rescue and her career in healthca... more

Pawsitive Change Non-Profit: Safer Cleaning and Biosecurity Kits Helping Animal Shelters Fight Outbreaks

In this episode of The Story of My Pet, host Julie Marty-Pearson interviews Keri Lestage, Adrian Fulle, and Zach O'Shea, animal lovers working i... more

From Shelter Work to Nomad Life: Katherine Lacefield on Rescue, Fundraising, and Ending Judgment in Animal Welfare

In this episode of The Story of My Pet podcast, host Julie Marty-Pearson is joined by Katherine Lacefield who shares how early involve... more

Senior Dogs Deserve Love: Adopting, Caring for, and Advocating for Older Pets with Angela Dinsmoor.

Host Julie Marty Pearson welcomes Angela Dinsmoor to discuss senior pets, sharing Julie’s experience caring for her 16-year-old diabetic cat and Ange... more

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Recent Guests

Katherine Lacefield
Founder of Just Because consulting, animal welfare fundraiser
Just Because Consulting
Episode: Advocating for Animals: Katherine Lacefield's Passionate Mission in Pet Welfare
Angela Dinsmoor
Founder of Grey Whiskers, focused on geriatric dog care
Grey Whiskers
Episode: Finding Joy in Aging Pets: Angela Dinsmoor’s Advocacy for Senior Dogs
Sarah Cavallaro
Author of Dogs Have Angels 2; storyteller and advocate for animal rescue
Author, Dogs Have Angels 2
Episode: Dogs Have Angels Too: Exploring Resilience and Redemption with Sarah Cavallaro
Joe Dimino
Interviewee who cared for Ebenezer the Donkey and documented the story
Journalist for Jackson County Advocate; author of Ebenezer the Donkey book
Episode: Legacy of Ebenezer the Donkey. How One Animal Became a Local Community Legend
David Maeda
Cat owner, memoir author
Self/Author
Episode: Cats That Kept Him Going: How David Maeda's Cats Shaped His Story
Leia Barrett
Author of The Odd Dog and other pet-themed children's books, animal rescuer advocate
Story by Leia
Episode: Unleashing Stories: How Unique Dogs Inspired Children's Books with Leia Barrett
Tammy Kaehler
Volunteer with Rescue, Love Your Feral Felines (LYFF)
Love Your Feral Felines (LYFF)
Episode: Love Your Feral Feline: A Special Podcasthon Episode
Amy King
Dog lover and guest sharing pet adoption and loss experiences
None specified
Episode: Paw Prints on Our Hearts: Navigating Pet Loss and Love with Ami King
Stephanie Ford
Co-founder of DNA is Love
DNA is Love
Episode: Capturing Unconditional Love for Pets: A New Way to Remember Pets with DNA is Love

Host

Julie Marty-Pearson
Host of The Story of My Pet Podcast, storytelling strategist, and advocate for women sharing their stories.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • A must-listen for pet lovers!

    This show is such a joy to listen to! Every episode makes me smile, laugh, or tear up - sometimes all three. Julie is a warm host and great interviewer who makes her guests feel comfortable and listeners feel like they're there in the room with friends. If you love your pets like family, you’ll love this podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GummysMomma
    United Statesa year ago
  • Pet lovers unite!

    When I need a smile, this is my go to. How do you not feel happier after listening to loving stories about pets and their people?!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    beckymollenkamp
    United Statesa year ago
  • Amazing Podcast

    Julie does a great job of bringing a variety of topics to help all the pet parents out there! The flow and the feeling of this show is wonderful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alicia Sweezer
    United States2 years ago
  • Pets Grief Too ❤️

    Listening to this pet podcast touch my heart deeply. As a widow navigating grief, the discussions on how pets grieve and what happens when the owner passes away really resonated with me. Thank you for shedding light on such an important topic with so much compassion and understanding.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    abitocd
    United States2 years ago
  • Fellow Animal Lover

    I really enjoy listening to these stories from another animal lover. It’s so important to advocate for these little angels that live to make us so happy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JosieTheCoach
    United States2 years ago

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Genuine, compassionate conversations that educate and uplift rescuers and pet lovers.
Warm host and welcoming guests that feel like friends in the room.
Stories that acknowledge pet grief and rescue challenges while offering hope and community support.
Consistently positive, resource-filled episodes with practical tips for adoption and fostering.

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Legacy of Ebenezer the Donkey. How One Animal Became a Local Community Legend
Q: How did Ebenezer first come into your life and the life of your family?
A donkey quietly in a pasture on Main Street's outskirts drew attention, and after meeting him, his friendly and loud bray hooked the family; this led to bonding moments with Miles and curiosity that grew into a broader story.
Advocating for Animals: Katherine Lacefield's Passionate Mission in Pet Welfare
Q: What inspired you to start Just Because Consulting and to focus on fundraising for animal nonprofits?
She describes loving fundraising, the need to support multiple nonprofits to maximize impact, and how she shifted from individual fundraising roles to building capacity across organizations.
Advocating for Animals: Katherine Lacefield's Passionate Mission in Pet Welfare
Q: Can you tell us about your current fur family and what sparked your love of animals?
Katherine shares how her nomadic lifestyle delayed pet ownership, then explains how volunteering and shelter work led her to adopt dogs and begin international fostering, highlighting the impact of each decision on the animals involved.
Paw Prints on Our Hearts: Navigating Pet Loss and Love with Ami King
Q: How did your experiences with rescue dogs shape your outlook on pet ownership and adoption?
They demonstrated the need for patience, proper training, and a supportive home; adopted dogs can thrive even with anxiety if given consistent care and an understanding environment.
Love Your Feral Feline: A Special Podcasthon Episode
Q: What does LYFF do on a day-to-day basis to support the community in San Diego County?
Tammy describes the all-volunteer model, the adoption center, the TNR program, a low-cost spay/neuter initiative, educational outreach, and events that connect volunteers with animals and potential adopters.

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This show centers on heartwarming and actionable stories from people who foster, rescue, and adopt pets, with a strong emphasis on humane animal welfare and practical tips for volunteers, shelters, and families. Across episodes, listeners hear about navigating life with pets, the realities of shelters and rescue work, and creative ways to support animals—from fostering and adoption to grief and memorialization. A few standout traits include the host's compassionate interviewing style, collaborations with rescue organizations and pet-focused brands, and episodes that blend personal narratives with concrete advice and community action. This mix makes it a valuable listen for prospective guests and sponsors who want to reach compassionate anim... more

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1. Katherine Lacefield
2. Angela Dinsmoor
3. Sarah Cavallaro
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8. Amy King

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