🎉🐾 New Episode Alert! 🐾🎉 Today on Muddy Paws and Hairballs, I’m joined by Daniel Ettinger of the Keep it Humane podcast to talk about the next evolution in animal shelters: SMART Shelters! 🧠🏠 We’re diving deep into how SMART shelters are rethinking the “no-kill” label and working to save…
🐾✨ In this sneak peek of our upcoming episode, I’m chatting with Daniel Ettinger from Keep it Humane about an important topic that every animal lover faces: “Are you a no-kill shelter?” 🏠💔 When I volunteered at an animal shelter, that question would come up all the time. But as…
If you could go back and talk to the past version of yourself— what would you say? 💭✨ Amy Castro opens up about what she would tell her past self about the challenges and rewards of rescue work, and how to take care of your own heart while saving others.…
Changes are on the horizon! 🌟 Amy Castro reveals how Starlight Outreach and Rescue is evolving into a new form—one that’s not only healthier for the animals, but healthier for the humans behind the scenes too. 🐾💖 The future looks bright for rescue work, and it’s going to be more…
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 raw, no-holds-barred solo episode, I share the story kept quiet for too long—the…
Join us as Amy shares the struggles and heartache she’s faced while balancing her role at Starlight Outreach and Rescue. 💔🦮 From burnout to tough decisions, she’s opening up about the emotional toll of years in rescue work—and how she's navigating the balance of caring for animals while caring for…
In this clip from our latest episode, Dr. Zoo stresses the importance of yearly heartworm testing—and why it’s crucial even if your pet is on a prevention plan. 🩺💉 With heartworm strains becoming resistant to popular treatments, regular testing is the best way to stay ahead of the curve. 📅🛑💥…
In this clip, Dr. Zoo explains something we all know: mosquitoes are the worst! 🦟🙄 But here’s the kicker—they’re even more of a threat to our pets! 🐕🦟 Mosquitoes use heat-seeking sensors to find their target, and since pets run hotter than us, they’re prime targets for heartworm transmission. ⚠️🔥…
💔 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 shares two real-life cases that hit hard: a young German Shepherd in kidney failure at just two years old after his owners…
In this sneak peek from our upcoming episode, Dr. Zoo from Family Animal Hospital in Friendswood, TX, shares the intense process involved in heartworm treatment. 😥🐕 Treatment involves strict cage rest to avoid dangerous side effects as the worms die off. ⚠️💔 The process can be physically and emotionally taxing…
💡 Knowledge is power, but understanding that we won’t always agree on pet care choices is just as important. Stacy LeBaron shares why equipping people with resources and information is key, but knowing when to agree to disagree makes all the difference in creating a supportive community. ✨ Learn more…
🌟 When life gets tough, there’s NO shame in asking for help—especially when it comes to feeding your pets. 🐱 Stacy LeBaron reminds us that there are plenty of resources and organizations out there to help you get through tough times. Don’t struggle alone. 🙌 Tune in to this week’s…
✨ Success stories matter! In this sneak peek, Stacy LeBaron of Community Cats Podcast shares why it’s so important to celebrate positive cat welfare stories from around the world. 🌎 From the smallest wins to the biggest impacts, these stories help inspire change and give us hope. 🐾 Catch more…
Grief is a lifelong companion, but so is love. 🌿💖 Ken Dolan Del-Vecchio & Nancy Saxton-Lopez remind us that healing from the loss of a pet is about integrating the loss into our daily lives. 🕊️💫 Grief becomes part of our journey, and we can honor those we’ve lost in…
Making the decision to say goodbye to a beloved pet is heartbreaking. 💔😭 Ken Dolan Del-Vecchio & Nancy Saxton-Lopez offer advice on how to approach these tough moments with grace and kindness. 🌿🐕 In today’s Muddy Paws & Hairballs episode, we dive deep into navigating the hardest moments of pet…
Grief is inevitable, but it's also a reflection of the love we've shared. ❤️💔 In this preview of our latest Muddy Paws & Hairballs episode, Ken Dolan Del-Vecchio & Nancy Saxton-Lopez share wisdom on how grief is just part of the journey. 🌟🐾 Grief is about putting one foot in…
Brushing your cat doesn’t have to be a battle—it can be an opportunity for bonding and a key strategy to help reduce those pesky hairballs. 💕 Dr. Linda Atkins reveals how creating positive associations with grooming, like using treats and praise, can make all the difference in keeping your cat…
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 this feeling all too well.…
One of the best ways to stop hairballs is to reduce the amount of fur your cat actually ingests—easier said than done, right? 🐾 Dr. Atkins shares her expert advice on grooming, diet, and how you can help your cat avoid swallowing all that extra hair.From choosing the right food…
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 inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and pancreatitis. In this episode of Muddy Paws & Hairballs, veterinarian Dr.…
We all know cats deal with hairballs, but what about dogs? 🤔 Dr. Linda Atkins is here to break down why dogs don’t suffer from hairballs, despite being furry creatures too! 🐕 The science behind it is fascinating—there are some key differences between how dogs and cats process their fur.…
🎧 Did you listen to this week’s episode yet?! If not, now’s the time! On this week’s episode of Muddy Paws and Hairballs, we explore how our pets' physical and emotional well-being are deeply connected with Dr. Rachel Malamed. When pets show signs of stress or behavioral issues, it could…
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 harming them? Were they making them anxious or frustrated by expecting them…
🎙️ On today’s episode, we chat with Dr. Rachel Malamed to discuss how providing proper outlets for our pets’ natural behaviors can prevent behavioral issues. 🐾 When pets don’t have suitable enrichment opportunities, we may see behaviors that, while normal for them, can be challenging for us. 👉 Check out…
