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Starlight Pet Talk
Starlight Pet Talk
Welcome to Starlight Pet Talk, the go-to podcast for all things pet parenting! Hosted by Amy Castro, a seasoned pet expert and the heart be…
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Starlight Pet Talk

The Podcast for Pet Parents

Welcome to Starlight Pet Talk, the go-to podcast for all things pet parenting! Hosted by Amy Castro, a seasoned pet expert and the heart behind Starlight Outreach and Rescue, with over 4000 animals fostered, she brings real-life experience and professional insights to each episode.

Tune in for engaging conversations with veterinarians, trainers, groomers, and more, sharing heartwarming stories and practical tips to help you care for your pets. From nutrition and grooming advice to understanding pet behavior, we cover it all. Whether you're new to pet parenting or a pro, there's something for everyone.

Subscribe now and discover the joys of pet parenting!

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Recent Episodes

Oct. 15, 2024

Stop Training, Start Parenting: Rethinking Dog Training with Angie Winters

Angie Winters, the insightful author of "Don't Train Your Dog," challenges everything you thought you knew about dog training. She argues that traditional training methods relying on treats and fear miss the mark, emphasizin…
Oct. 8, 2024

Living the Rescue Life: A Journey of Heartbreak, Healing, and Hope

In this special episode of Starlight Pet Talk, we’re sharing an inspiring episode from one of our sister pet podcasts, The Story of My Pet. In this episode, our host Amy Castro is interviewed by "Story of My Pet" host Julie …
Oct. 1, 2024

How Smart Is Your Dog? Exploring Canine Intelligence with Jennifer S. Holland

Unlock the Secrets of Canine Intelligence with Jennifer S. Holland Ever wonder how smart your dog really is? In this episode, Jennifer S. Holland , New York Times bestselling author of Dog Smart: Life-Changing Lessons in Can…
Sept. 24, 2024

Celebrating Pets and Community at Harvest Pawfest

In this episode, we sit down with Father Justin Briggle of Good Shepherd Episcopal Church to uncover the heartwarming story behind Harvest PawFest, a unique festival celebrating the deep bond between pets and their families.…
Sept. 17, 2024

The Hidden Dangers of Plastics in Your Pet's Products

Have you ever wondered if the everyday items your pet uses, like toys and food containers, could be harming their health? In this eye-opening episode, we dive into the hidden dangers of plastics in pet products with Aidan Ch…
Sept. 10, 2024

Dogs on Deployment: Keeping Pets Safe While Heroes Serve

What happens when both you and your spouse are suddenly called to military duty, leaving your beloved pet with no one to care for them? This was the challenge Alisa Sieber-Johnson faced, which inspired her to co-found Dogs o…

About the Hosts

Amy P. Castro, MA, CSP Profile Photo

Amy P. Castro, MA, CSP

Host

Amy Castro is a professional speaker, author, trainer and consultant, and columnist for Pet Age Magazine. She's the founder and president of Starlight Outreach and Rescue (www.StarlightOutreachandRescue.org), a Houston, Texas area 501c3 nonprofit animal rescue whose mission is to rescue animals from the community, support shelters in providing medical treatment for at-risk pets, community outreach for pet owners in need, and educating pet parents to help keep pets in homes and off the streets.

Amy started the Starlight Pet Talk Podcast in 2023 as an extension of the rescue's education efforts to be able to reach more pet parents and help them solve their biggest problems so they can live their best lives with the pets they love.

Amy is also a proud USAF veteran and has personally fostered more than 3000 animals during her time in animal rescue.