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Season 3

April 27, 2025

Why No Kill is Failing: The Case for a Smarter Approach to Rescue

The no-kill movement promised to revolutionize animal sheltering by saving lives and ending unnecessary euthanasia. But behind the catchy slogans and glowing statistics, a different reality lurks – one that’s rarely discussed...

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April 15, 2025

The Day Rescue Broke Me: A Hard Truth About Helping Too Much

I broke down in the middle of a hurricane—sobbing, soaked, and desperately trying to keep my barn from blowing away—while sick kittens cried in a barely-secured shed. That’s when I realized: something had to change. In this r...

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April 8, 2025

Heartworm Prevention Myths That Could Cost Your Pet’s Life

Heartworm Truths Every Pet Owner Needs to Hear with Dr. Zoo 💔 Heartworm disease is slow, painful, and entirely preventable. So why are pets still dying from it? In this essential episode of Muddy Paws and Hairballs , Dr. Zoo ...

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April 1, 2025

Feeding Pets, Supporting Families: How PAWSitive Pantry is Fighting P…

What if feeding your pet meant you couldn’t feed yourself? For thousands of struggling families, that’s reality—and it’s driving heartbreaking surrenders. But one organization is changing the game. In this episode, Amy Castro...

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March 25, 2025

Healing the Guilt of Pet Loss: Letting Go Without Regret

Losing a beloved pet is heartbreaking, but for so many of us, grief is tangled up with guilt. Did I do enough? Was it too soon? Too late? Did I fail them? These thoughts can haunt us, making it even harder to heal. I know thi...

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March 18, 2025

You’ve Been Lied To: Hairballs Aren't Normal – How to Stop Your Cat’s…

If you think hairballs are just part of life with cats , think again! Frequent hairballs can signal serious health issues like digestive problems, excessive grooming due to stress or allergies, or even conditions like inflamm...

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March 11, 2025

Are You Meeting Your Pet’s REAL Needs? What Every Pet Parent Should K…

Should You Treat Your Pet Like a Child? A Veterinary Psychiatrist on Finding the Right Balance for a Happy, Healthy Pet I used to worry about people who consider their pets their “children”. Was treating them like humans harm...

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March 4, 2025

Before You Get a Dog, LISTEN to This! Expert Guidance for Choosing th…

🐾 Thinking about getting a dog? Hold that thought! Before you bring home a pup based on a cute face or a trending breed, let’s talk about what really matters when choosing the right dog for your life. This week on Muddy Paws ...

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Feb. 25, 2025

How to Exercise Your Dog Safely (and Prevent Costly Injuries)

🐾 Is Your Dog Getting the Right Amount of Exercise? Or Are They at Risk for Injury? 🦴 Whether your dog is a non-stop zoomer, a weekend warrior, or a laid-back couch cuddler , keeping them fit, active, and injury-free is key t...

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Feb. 17, 2025

Thinking About Getting Goats? The Messy Truth You Need to Hear

Thinking about owning goats? Forget the picture-perfect Instagram posts—goat ownership is messy, demanding, and far from easy. In this episode of Muddy Paws and Hairballs , goat expert and homesteader Deborah Niemann debunks ...

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Feb. 10, 2025

Lifesaving Pet First Aid Tips with Master Instructor Arden Moore

🚨 Are you prepared to save your pet in an emergency? Join us for this episode of Muddy Paws and Hairballs with Arden Moore, a master-certified pet first aid and CPR instructor, award-winning author, and the host of two popula...

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Feb. 3, 2025

Stress-Free Travel and Moving with Cats: Advice from Feline Behavior …

Ready to unlock the secrets to stress-free cat travel? In this episode, we dive into cat-friendly travel tips with Certified Feline Training and Behavior Specialist LeeAnna Buis, CFTBS, FFCP. If you’ve ever struggled with cat...

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