48 episodes

Are you an Animal Lover? Then The Story of My Pet Podcast is for you!
Come along as Pet Parents from around the world tell the stories of their believed pets, from rescue dogs to foster kittens, street cats to wild horses, and everywhere in between. This show shares heart-to-heart conversations about animals collected from amazing pet parents, animal supporters and rescue advocates. Learn about animal adoption, fostering, rescue, and volunteerism. Along with powerful discussions about animal welfare topics, you will learn how to get involved in your local community and help animals in need.
The bond between humans and animals is immeasurable. That bond makes pet parents like you the best animal advocates. Whether you rescued your precious pet or found them a local animal shelter, the journey to your fur babies is often unexpected, but you always find the pets you are meant to have. Who rescued who, right? Whether you have human kids or not, pets are your chosen kids. You love them as members of your family and will do anything for them.
This show advocates and educates to ensure more people know about the importance of animal rescue, fostering, and adoption. Each episode features an animal rescue group, shelter, and/or nonprofit organization focused on saving animals in need. Get ready to be inspired by incredible animal rescuers, shelter workers, trappers, trainers, and volunteers. You may be surprised to learn about the reality of animal welfare and rescue in the world today. Turn that shock and disappointment in action! Whether it be volunteering at an animal shelter, becoming a pet foster parent, or adopting your next pet, the animal advocates on this show all share the same passion; To save as many animals as they can!
Sometimes the most difficult part of the story of our pets is the end. This podcast also shares difficult discussions about pet loss. While your bond lasts well beyond the physical lifespan of your pets, sharing stories about your pet’s passing can help with processing your grief and loss. Heartfelt discussions about assisting fur babies through illness and injury is never easy; but sharing stories can help other pet parents make informed decisions and improve the lives of other pets. Connecting with other each other through this show builds community and collaboration and will help you to be the best pet parent possible.
Your host, Julie Marty-Pearson, PsyD is a dedicated Fur Mom, lifelong animal lover, pet enthusiast, and all around animal advocate. She volunteers at her local county animal shelter, has been a kitten foster mom, and occasional pet sitter. Julie started this podcast to share the stories of her own pets, past and present, and advocate for animal rescue, fostering and adoption. Contact Julie via email if you are interested in being a guest on the podcast.
Julie is a Podcast Coach who is passionate about helping others share their stories through podcasting. She has her doctorate in Organizational Psychology and she supports others with starting their own podcasts just like she did with The Story of My Pet Podcast. Julie started her second podcast, Podcast Your Story Now, to share her experience as a podcaster, give tips and tricks for new and aspiring podcasters, and interview other female podcasters about their journeys.
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The Story of My Pet: Inspiring Stories of Animal Rescue, Fostering & Adoption Julie Marty-Pearson, PsyD

    • Kids & Family
    • 4.8 • 18 Ratings

Are you an Animal Lover? Then The Story of My Pet Podcast is for you!
Come along as Pet Parents from around the world tell the stories of their believed pets, from rescue dogs to foster kittens, street cats to wild horses, and everywhere in between. This show shares heart-to-heart conversations about animals collected from amazing pet parents, animal supporters and rescue advocates. Learn about animal adoption, fostering, rescue, and volunteerism. Along with powerful discussions about animal welfare topics, you will learn how to get involved in your local community and help animals in need.
The bond between humans and animals is immeasurable. That bond makes pet parents like you the best animal advocates. Whether you rescued your precious pet or found them a local animal shelter, the journey to your fur babies is often unexpected, but you always find the pets you are meant to have. Who rescued who, right? Whether you have human kids or not, pets are your chosen kids. You love them as members of your family and will do anything for them.
This show advocates and educates to ensure more people know about the importance of animal rescue, fostering, and adoption. Each episode features an animal rescue group, shelter, and/or nonprofit organization focused on saving animals in need. Get ready to be inspired by incredible animal rescuers, shelter workers, trappers, trainers, and volunteers. You may be surprised to learn about the reality of animal welfare and rescue in the world today. Turn that shock and disappointment in action! Whether it be volunteering at an animal shelter, becoming a pet foster parent, or adopting your next pet, the animal advocates on this show all share the same passion; To save as many animals as they can!
Sometimes the most difficult part of the story of our pets is the end. This podcast also shares difficult discussions about pet loss. While your bond lasts well beyond the physical lifespan of your pets, sharing stories about your pet’s passing can help with processing your grief and loss. Heartfelt discussions about assisting fur babies through illness and injury is never easy; but sharing stories can help other pet parents make informed decisions and improve the lives of other pets. Connecting with other each other through this show builds community and collaboration and will help you to be the best pet parent possible.
Your host, Julie Marty-Pearson, PsyD is a dedicated Fur Mom, lifelong animal lover, pet enthusiast, and all around animal advocate. She volunteers at her local county animal shelter, has been a kitten foster mom, and occasional pet sitter. Julie started this podcast to share the stories of her own pets, past and present, and advocate for animal rescue, fostering and adoption. Contact Julie via email if you are interested in being a guest on the podcast.
Julie is a Podcast Coach who is passionate about helping others share their stories through podcasting. She has her doctorate in Organizational Psychology and she supports others with starting their own podcasts just like she did with The Story of My Pet Podcast. Julie started her second podcast, Podcast Your Story Now, to share her experience as a podcaster, give tips and tricks for new and aspiring podcasters, and interview other female podcasters about their journeys.
Support the Podcast with Buy Me a Coffee 
The Story of My Pet Podcast and Blog- Website - Instagram - YouTube - LinkedIn - Pinterest
Contact your host via Email- julie@thestoryofmypetpodcast.com

    Bridging Worlds with Paws: The Journey of a Dog Whisperer from London to Zambia

    Bridging Worlds with Paws: The Journey of a Dog Whisperer from London to Zambia

    Send us a Text Message.Join us on a captivating journey with John Garstang, a human-dog relationship coach whose life is a testament to the transformative power of the bond between humans and their canine friends. From the bustling streets of London to the sun-drenched Greek island of Rhodes, John's story unfolds, revealing his remarkable transition from daycare manager to a beacon of hope for shelter dogs in Zambia. As we navigate through his adventures, we uncover the essence of responsible...

    • 32 min
    Paws, Prose, and the Pursuit of Well-Being: A Journey with Nita Sweeney

    Paws, Prose, and the Pursuit of Well-Being: A Journey with Nita Sweeney

    Send us a Text Message.There's something magical about lacing up your sneakers, clipping on a leash, and hitting the pavement with your furry best friend by your side. This episode is not just about the pride of crossing a 5K finish line. It's about the profound shift that occurs within us when grief catalyzes a journey toward better mental and physical health for you and your pet. Our pets truly are our biggest and best supporters.Joining your host, Julie Marty-Pearson, is guest Nita Sweeney...

    • 36 min
    Celebrating Two Years of Tails and Tales: The Story of My Pet Podcast Anniversary

    Celebrating Two Years of Tails and Tales: The Story of My Pet Podcast Anniversary

    Send us a Text Message.Join me, Julie Marty Pearson, as I cozy up with a heart full of gratitude and a treasure trove of tales to celebrate the second anniversary of The Story of My Pet podcast. I take you behind the scenes of my own adventures in animal rescue, revealing the joys and challenges of volunteering, fostering, and spreading the word on pet adoption and spay/neuter initiatives. With each narrative, we've woven a tapestry of love and advocacy for our four-legged friends, and now, I...

    • 16 min
    Securing a Future for Our Fur Families: Planning for Our Pet's Care

    Securing a Future for Our Fur Families: Planning for Our Pet's Care

    Send us a Text Message.Taking care of our pets is something most pet parents take great pride in; however, we don’t always plan for the “what if’s”. Thinking about what would happen to our pets if we were no longer able to care for them is SO important. Yet, no one wants to think about death and dying, but if something happened to you and you were in the hospital or worse, who will care for your pets? I, Julie Marty-Pearson, dive into this topic with my friend, fellow podcaster, and Fur Mom R...

    • 21 min
    Healing Hearts and Paws: The Emotional Journey of Animal Rescue

    Healing Hearts and Paws: The Emotional Journey of Animal Rescue

    Send us a Text Message.Sharing pet stories that inspire and empower others to help animals in need. Joining your host, Julie Marty-Pearson is Amy Castro, founder of Starlight Outreach and Rescue. Together, we weave through the emotional narrative of animal rescue. We remember the pets that have carved out special places in our hearts, and Amy walks us through the turning points that propelled her from a volunteer to the helm of her own rescue organization.This episode isn't just about the pet...

    • 44 min
    How a Rescue Dog Inspired a Children's Book and Veganism

    How a Rescue Dog Inspired a Children's Book and Veganism

    Send us a Text Message.Host, Julie Marty-Pearson, often says our pets find us, and that isn't truer than for guest Tenny Minassian. Tenny's adopted canine companion, Lucy, inspired not only a profound personal transformation but also a children's book, "Lucy Goes to the Gentle Barn." Her tale is one of convincing traditional parents to open their home to a family pet, leading to an adventure of love and life lessons that resonate with any heart that has felt the warmth of a furry friend. Lucy...

    • 39 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
18 Ratings

18 Ratings

Alicia Sweezer ,

Amazing Podcast

Julie does a great job of bringing a variety of topics to help all the pet parents out there! The flow and the feeling of this show is wonderful.

abitocd ,

Pets Grief Too ❤️

Listening to this pet podcast touch my heart deeply. As a widow navigating grief, the discussions on how pets grieve and what happens when the owner passes away really resonated with me. Thank you for shedding light on such an important topic with so much compassion and understanding.

JosieTheCoach ,

Fellow Animal Lover

I really enjoy listening to these stories from another animal lover. It’s so important to advocate for these little angels that live to make us so happy.

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