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Oct. 18, 2023

New Season, New Pet Stories, Inspiring Tales of Animal Rescues, the Joy of Fostering and...

Ready to hear heartwarming tales of pets from across the globe? This season on 'The Story of My Pet Podcast' we're going beyond the usual pet stories and taking a more proactive stance towards helping our furry friends. We are thrilled to introduce our listeners to incredible individuals whose devotion…

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Oct. 17, 2023

Cats as Living Art: The Innovative Project Frame Your Feline | The Story of My Pet

What happens when you combine a passion for cats, comedy, and creativity? You get Frame Your Feline, an innovative project by our guests, LA-based entrepreneurs, and stand-up comedians, Brian Vermeire and Kristina Hughes. As loving cat parents to seven rescues, they've designed a one-of-a-kind cat shelf featuring a genuine art…

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Oct. 17, 2023

A Woman Dedicated to Saving the Lives of Shelter Animals | The Story of My Pet

Have you ever wondered how a simple passion for animals can turn into a life-changing journey? Join us as we chat with Melissa Brunson, Executive Director of Marley's Mutts Dog Rescue, and discover how her love for animals and desire to give back to the community led her to become…

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Oct. 17, 2023

The Outdoor Adventures of Rescue Dogs | The Story of My Pet

Animal lovers, tune in to the latest episode of The Story of My Pet podcast to hear from our special guest, Amanda Sue Creasey! Amanda is a speculative fiction author, high school English teacher, outdoor writer, and dog-walking enthusiast, who has lived with animals since she was born. Hear about…

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Oct. 16, 2023

All About Dogs Who Dance & Inspired a Memoir | The Story of My Pet

In the newest episode of The Story of My Pet Podcast you'll meet my guest Joyce A. Miller. Joyce adopted six racing greyhounds over the past twenty years and danced with several of them. Miller lives in the Church Hill section of Richmond, Virginia with her husband and her latest…

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Oct. 16, 2023

Let's Talk Compassion Fatigue, Cat Behavior and More! | The Story of My Pet

Welcome to another episode of the Story of My Pet podcast! Today, I've been joined by Molly Kelsey from Auckland, New Zealand. Molly is an avid foster and former vet nurse who has worked with animals for over 10 years in companion animal practice and volunteering in both New Zealand…

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Oct. 16, 2023

Caring for your Pets and during the Holidays | The Story of My Pet

In this episode, I talk about important ways to keep our pets involved and happy during the holidays. I also talk about how pets shouldn’t be gifts but rather important members of your family and lifelong commitments to care for. I also discuss the huge need for adoption and fostering…

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Oct. 15, 2023

The Power of Connection Between People and Horses | The Story of My Pet

Emma Davis is the CEO and founder of Mikko's Choice, an animal rescuer and advocate, and an equestrian. She has a lifelong love of animals, and her first soul dog, a wolf hybrid named Mo and mustang Mikko have been the catalysts for her passion and advocacy. Emma has had…

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Oct. 15, 2023

Eyewear That Gives Back to Rescue Animals | The Story of My Pet

In this episode, I welcome my guest, Christy Chand. Christy is the founder and president of SPEX Eyewear Inc. SPEX is a new online eyewear retailer that donates 100% of its profit to animal rescue. Before launching SPEX, Christy was a tenured associate professor of dance. She earned her B.F.A.…

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Oct. 15, 2023

Pet Sitting Golden Doodle Dogs | The Story of My Pet

In this episode, I give you a look into my life as a pet sitter. I’ve been pet sitting since the pandemic and enjoy getting to meet new people and their amazing pets. I was at a clients home caring for their two Golden Doodles at the time of this…

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Oct. 14, 2023

New Foster Kittens: The Calicos and Two Tuxedos | The Story of My Pet

In this episode, I (your host Julie Marty-Pearson) talk about my new foster kitten crew. I am now fostering a litter of six, 2-3 week olds kittens. Here about how these guys came into my care and a little about each kittens’ personalities. My local animal shelter is Kern County…

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Oct. 14, 2023

My First Foster Kitten Binx | The Story of My Pet

Trigger Warning! This episode discusses death, grief and loss, and emotional stories of pet loss. In this episode, I (your host Julie Marty-Pearson) talk about my experience fostering for the first time. I currently volunteer for my local animal shelter and recently decided I wanted to try fostering a kitten…

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Oct. 14, 2023

Amazing Cats Inspiring Nonprofit Mission Meow | The Story of My Pet

In this episode, I welcome my guest, Sally Williams. She has dedicated her adult life to cats and nonprofits. Sally is a lifelong animal lover, former pet sitter, cat behaviorist, cat advocate, Founder of The Brodie Fund, speaker, proud cat mom and Founder and President of Mission Meow. She lives…

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Oct. 13, 2023

Finding Joy and Celebration in Pet Cancer, Loss, and Grief | The Story of My Pet

Trigger Warning! This episode discusses grief and loss, cancer diagnoses and treatments,and emotional stories of pet loss. In this episode, I welcome my guest, Sally Williams. She has dedicated her adult life to cats and nonprofits. Sally is a lifelong animal lover, former pet sitter, cat behaviorist, cat advocate, Founder…

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Oct. 13, 2023

Pet Stories of My Childhood Dogs | The Story of My Pet

In episode 16, you get to hear your host, Julie Marty-Pearson tell stories about her childhood pets. You’ll meet Goldie the Golden Retriever, who was rescued from the local animal shelter and joined my family when I was 5 years old. She was an amazing and inspiring rescue dog! Support…

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Oct. 13, 2023

Fur Family Filed with Rescued Love | The Story of My Pet

In episode 15, I welcome my guest, Amy Fagan. Amy lives in Maine with her husband and their rescue dog Whitney. They also have two cats, Clarence and Storm, and six chickens. She works from home and has her own jam business called Amy's Garden Jam, which she makes and…

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Oct. 12, 2023

Memories of Chi the Adventure Cat and New Rescue Cats | The Story of My Pet

Episode 14: Memories of Chi the Adventure Cat and the New Life of Bonded Pair Jack and Sparrow In episode 13, I welcome my guest, Michelle Steiner. Michelle is an animal lover living in Pennsylvania with her husband and their two cats Jack and Sparrow. She works as a teacher's…

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Oct. 12, 2023

A Life Full of Animal Adventures | The Story of My Pet

In episode 13, I welcome my guest, Rebecca Houghton. Born and raised in Bakersfield, CA, Rebecca is a hobby farmer, homeschooling mom, and retired RN now living in Sonoma County, California her husband Greg and their two boys, Parker and Andrew. Rebecca grew up with different animals including snakes, mice,…

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Oct. 12, 2023

Fostering, Adoption, and Volunteerism at Local Animal Shelters | The Story of My Pet

In episode 12, I welcome my guest Berkeley Hanley. Born and raised in Bakersfield, CA Berkeley has always loved animals. She grew up with parents who were both high school biology teachers and her dad's 100+ animals in his classroom. She adopted her first rescue, Mickey, at the age of…

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Oct. 11, 2023

All About Art, Animals, and Pet Portraits | The Story of My Pet

In episode 11, I welcome my guest, Ciara Barsotti. Ciara is an artist and pet portraitist living in Chico, CA with her husband and their two cats, William Blake and Nobody. Her and husband are also expecting their first baby in December. Ciara is an animal lover who grew up…

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Oct. 11, 2023

A Ukrainian’s Stories of Saving Animals during War | The Story of My Pet

In episode 10, I welcome my guests Nataliia Kalantaienko and Karin Olson. Nataliia is 19 years old Ukrainian. She is a student of the international relations in Lviv University and Assistant to the CEO and Manager of the fundraising in the non-governmental organization, Ukrainian Volunteer Service. She and her family…

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Oct. 11, 2023

Our Pets and Their Amazing Stories | The Story of My Pet

Animal lover Julie Marty-Pearson starts a pet podcast to document and immortalize our favorite pets, but discovers a much more compelling story: the fight for animal welfare, rescue, and adoption. Thanks so much for joining us. As always, you can visit our website to join our email list and learn…

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Oct. 10, 2023

Dogs We Love Then and Now! | The Story of My Pet

The Story of My Pet Podcast Episode 1! In today's episode I chat with my lifelong friend Karin Bousquet Olson. We remember stories of her childhood pet Mardi the Boston Terrier. We also discuss our love of cats and the several we each have had as adults. Finally, Karin details…

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Oct. 10, 2023

When Art Meets Dogs | The Story of My Pet

In episode 9, I welcome my guests Olivia Ting and Annette Jannotta to talk about their friendship, collaboration and mutual love of animals. Annette is an architect having worked in San Francisco and Singapore, now residing in Seattle. Olivia is a graphic designer and sound artist living in San Francisco…

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