Story of My Pet: True Tales of Animal Rescue, Fostering & Adoption
Are you a pet lover with a rescue story close to your heart? You’ve found your new favorite podcast. 🐾
Welcome to The Story of My Pet, where inspiring tales of animal rescue, fostering, and adoption come to life. Each episode shares powerful stories from pet parents, animal advocates, and rescue heroes who’ve opened their hearts and homes to animals in need.
From street cats and shelter pups to unexpected animal companions, you'll hear heartwarming — and sometimes heartbreaking — stories that celebrate the deep bond between humans and their pets.
Whether you're a rescue volunteer, foster parent, animal shelter worker, or just someone who believes every animal deserves a loving home, this podcast is for you.
🎧 You’ll learn:
- How people around the world rescue and foster animals
- What it’s really like inside shelters and rescues
- How to cope with pet loss and celebrate the lives of our furry family members
- Simple ways you can help animals in your community
Hosted by Dr. Julie Marty-Pearson, a lifelong animal lover and pet parent, this podcast builds community through storytelling — because every pet’s story deserves to be heard.
🩷 New episodes biweekly. Want to share your story? Email Julie to become a guest!
Contact your host via Email- julie@thestoryofmypetpodcast.com
About Your Host:
Dr. Julie Marty-Pearson is a Storytelling Strategist, Podcasting Mentor, and champion for women who are ready to share their stories and be heard. She coaches purpose-driven women to grow their visibility and confidence through podcasting, guesting, and speaking.
Julie hosts two podcasts:
🩷 Podcast Your Story, which focuses on how to amplify your voice and grow their business through podcasting.
🩷 The Story of My Pet, a Top 5% podcast inspiring tales of pets focused on advocating and educating for animals rescue, fostering, and adoption
Julie also created and hosts two communities:
🩷 Women's Podcaster Party Networking Community, for podcasters, guests, and speakers to connect and collaborate. Come check out our Monthly Networking Events.
🩷 Podcast Your Story Community which supports women and non-binary people to become and grow as Podcasters, Guests, Speakers, and Storytellers. To learn more and join, visit Podcast Your Story Community Membership.
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Episodes
53 episodes
Marley's Mutts Launches New Veterans Therapy Program: Shelter Dogs Healing Others
Are you ready to discover how rescued dogs are transforming the lives of veterans and first responders? In this eye-opening episode, I welcome back Connor Long, Operations Manager at Marley's...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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44:49
Shark Tank Success: Frame Your Feline's Journey to Fame
Brian Vermeire and Kristina Hughes, founders of Frame Your Feline, return to the podcast to share their journey from creating innovative cat furniture to landing a spot on
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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51:25
State of Animal Welfare: Updates from Marley's Mutts Dog Rescue's Melissa Brunson
Melissa Brunson, Executive Director of Marley's Mutts Dog Rescue, returns to share critical updates on animal welfare in Southern California where shelters are facing overwhelming challe...
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Season 4
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57:33
Animal Voices Amplified A New Season of Heartwarming Pet Stories
Welcome back to the Story of My Pet Podcast! After a brief hiatus, I'm thrilled to return with a fresh season filled with heartwarming pet stories and spotlights on remarkable animal organizations. As your host, Julie Marty-Pearson, ...
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Season 1
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7:15
The Inspiring Journey of Smiley the Blind Therapy Dog and the Healing Power of CBD
Curious about how a blind golden retriever can change lives? Join us me, Julie Marty-Pearson, as I talk with Joanne George, who shares her incredible journey from being a veterinary technician to a passionate animal advocate and dog trainer. Di...
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Season 3
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Episode 46
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56:48
Bridging Worlds with Paws: The Journey of a Dog Whisperer from London to Zambia
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-drench...
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Season 3
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Episode 45
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32:18
Paws, Prose, and the Pursuit of Well-Being: A Journey with Nita Sweeney
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 shif...
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Season 3
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Episode 44
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36:44
Celebrating Two Years of Tails and Tales: The Story of My Pet Podcast Anniversary
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, reve...
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Season 3
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Episode 43
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16:11
Securing a Future for Our Fur Families: Planning for Our Pet's Care
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 w...
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Season 3
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Episode 42
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21:29
Healing Hearts and Paws: The Emotional Journey of Animal Rescue
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...
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Season 3
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Episode 41
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44:53
How a Rescue Dog Inspired a Children's Book and Veganism
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 ...
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Season 3
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Episode 40
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39:34
Unleashing Imagination and Compassion: How Children's Books Ignite a Love for Pets and Promote Adoption
Have you ever found yourself enchanted by the bond between a child and their pet, or moved by the joyous wag of a rescued dog's tail? Teresa Adamo and Jennifer Williams-Cordova, children's book authors with a knack for capturing the essence of ...
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Season 3
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Episode 39
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1:00:36
New Season, Even More Amazing Pet Stories: Season 3 Trailer The Story of My Pet Podcast
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 ...
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Season 3
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1:59
The Powerful Impact of Cat Fostering: Heartfelt Stories of Kitten Rescue
Ever imagined opening your home to a furry four-legged friend temporarily and profoundly impacting their lives and yours in return? In the latest episode of 'The Story of My Pet', we talk about all things cat fostering! We have an engaging chat...
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Season 2
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Episode 38
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34:53
Embracing the Joys and Challenges of Senior Pet Adoption
Ever wondered about the joys and challenges of giving love and companionship to senior pets? Join us for the heartwarming journey of our special guest, Katie Shelby, who opened her heart and home to two senior dachshunds, Fred and Barney. Initi...
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Season 2
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Episode 37
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21:10
The Power of Canine Love in Literature: A Conversation with Author J Wynn Rousuck
If you're an animal lover, particularly a dog enthusiast, then you will surely appreciate the profound love and inspiration author J Wynn Rousuck draws from our furry friends. Our latest podcast episode explores how her childhood experiences at...
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Season 2
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Episode 36
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45:53
Pet Photography: A Powerful Tool for Animal Rescue and Adoption
Have you thought about hiring a professional photographer to capture photos of you and your pets? Or do you want to learn how to take better photos of your pets? Well, we've got you covered! Listen as we explore the wonderful world of pet photo...
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Season 2
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Episode 35
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36:26
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Navigating the Heartwarming World of Animal Rescue and Fostering: Stories and Insights from Foster Tales Rescue
Ready to discover the heartwarming world of animal rescue and fostering? Want to learn more about how you can prepare to become an animal foster parent? Need training tips for your dog? We will be covering all of this and more in this episode, ...
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Season 2
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Episode 34
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50:08
Fostering Kittens: A Story of Love, Heartbreak, and New Beginnings
Ever wondered what it's like to foster a litter of kittens? Journey with me, your host, Julie Marty Pearson, as I share a deeply personal tale about my own adorable fur family. You'll hear about my experience raising six two-week-old kittens an...
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Season 2
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Episode 33
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37:42
Extraordinary Animal Rescue Missions From War Zones to Forever Homes
Hear inspiring stories of rescued pets and insights into global animal welfare efforts. Lori Kalef, from SPCA International, joins us in part two of our interview, to discuss Apollo's Aid program, an initiative that has been a beacon of hope fo...
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Season 2
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Episode 32
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29:09
Advocating for Animals: A Lifelong Passion for Animal Welfare and Working with SPCA International
One woman dedicating her life to advocate for animals around the world. In a heartfelt exchange, your host Julie Marty-Pearson sits down with Lori Kalef from SPCA International, who paints an evocative picture of her lifetime passion for animal...
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Season 2
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Episode 31
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27:30
Championing Animal Rescue from Shelter Volunteer to Rescue Advocate: Listen to Connor's Story
Ever wondered how you can make a difference in the world of animal rescue? Join us as we walk into the shoes of Connor Long from Marley's Mutts Dog Rescue, an individual whose passion for animals is as infectious as it is inspiring. His journey...
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Season 2
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Episode 30
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48:20
New Season, New Pet Stories, Inspiring Tales of Animal Rescues, the Joy of Fostering and Adoption
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 intro...
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Season 2
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2:54
Cats as Living Art: The Innovative Project Frame Your Feline
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 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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52:48
A Woman Dedicated to Saving the Lives of Shelter Animals
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 ba...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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