Episodes

In this episode, Dr. Zoo from Family Animal Hospital in Friendswood, Texas, is back with host Amy Castro to discuss crucial tips for pet parents to be able to keep pets safe during the spring and summer seasons. The conversat...

Join Amy Castro and Dr. Mary Gardner from Lap of Love in-home pet hospice and euthanasia as they have a poignant yet frank discussion about the benefits of in-home pet hospice and euthanasia and offer insights into navigating...

In this episode of Starlight Pet Talk, join host Amy Castro as she sheds light on the crucial steps to take if you stumble upon a litter of kittens. As spring blooms in Texas, Amy offers invaluable advice on navigating …

Step into the world of end-of-life pet photography with Angela Schneider, the heart and soul behind Big White Dog Photography & One Last Network. In this emotional episode, Angela shares profound insights into the transformat...

Taking care of a pet with a long-term illness can often add another level of stress and commitment to being a pet parent. In this episode, I interview fellow pet podcaster Julie Marty Pearson to explore caring for special-nee...

Join us as Kristen Maurer from Mission K9 Rescue shares heartwarming tales of reuniting retired working dogs with their former companions. We explore the emotional journey of rescuing these canines from military and police ba...

Tired of chaotic encounters with unruly dogs in public spaces? Join host Amy Castro and guest Nancy Hassel from American Pet Professionals for an insightful discussion on dog etiquette. Gain valuable insights to enhance your ...

Join host Amy Castro as she delves into the world of canine behavior with Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura, M.S., CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, FFCP. In this episode, we focus on the common challenge of resource guarding in dogs, providing e...

Step behind the scenes with your host Amy Castro who is also the founder and president of Starlight Outreach and Rescue as she shares what life is like for a stray, abandoned, or surrendered cat comes into a rescue until …

Have you ever wondered what a day looks like from the perspective of a rescue dog or wondered how they ended up there and where they go to get adopted? Join me as I chat with Donna Ball from Rangers …

Join Host Amy Castro as she interviews Marcy Berman, the compassionate force behind Save a Bunny Rabbit Rescue. Marcy reveals the intricate world of bunny rescue and how bunnies are the true underdogs of the pet world. Get re...

In our latest episode of Starlight Pet Talk, we’re picking up where we left off in part 1, diving into the final two crucial animal welfare needs: the need for animals to show their true nature and the importance of …

Join me, Amy Castro, and the esteemed Dr. Emma Milne as we embark on a mission to redefine pet care through the lens of animal welfare in Part 1 of a 2-part series! Prepare to re-examine your assumptions as we …

If you haven't set your new year's resolutions as a pet parent, we're here to help! In this first episode of Season 2 of Starlight Pet Talk, Bev and I serve up a playful yet practical guide to ensuring the …

Wrapping up Season 1, Amy and Bev journey through your favorite episodes & theirs. We laughed, learned, and built a community around our love for pets. Looking ahead, Season 2 will bring even more enlightening content to supp...

To help you get ready to embark on an unforgettable journey through our debut season of Starlight Pet Talk, this quick episode gives you a preview of what to expect when we go LIVE for a final, special episode of …

Have you ever wondered about the transformative power that service dogs have on veterans and first responders? Our special guest, Joe Gionti, the founder and CEO of Canine Heroes for Heroes, discusses the organization's miss...

With the cost of pet healthcare skyrocketing like everything else these days, many pet parents are put in the difficult situation of having to cut corners on pet healthcare and some are even driven to "economic euthanasia," m...

If you've lost track of your pet for even a few minutes, you know how fast panic sets in. Over 10 million pets in the US alone go missing every year; of those, about 65% or 6.5 million never find …

Get ready for a holiday season filled with fun, laughter, and most importantly, utmost safety for your furry friends. With Amy Castro and emergency vet Dr. Tyler Sugerman-McGiffin, we've prepared an episode that's filled with...

In our previous episode, we tackled the question of whether you should take your pet with you for the holidays and if so, how both of you could be great guests. But what if you can't take your pet. Should …

Are you planning on bringing your pet home for the holidays? Or, have you been invited to bring your pet with you to your friend's for the weekend? In this episode, we'll share how you and your pet can be …

This episode is a game-changer as we share our top 20 pet products that have dramatically simplified our lives at Starlight Outreach and Rescue and improved the lives of the pets we care for! Amy shares the rescue's favorite ...

Ever wondered how to boost your pet's health naturally? We promise that today's episode of Starlight Pet Talk will enlighten you on a fascinating and lesser-known topic - the power of mushrooms for your furry friends. We host...