Ever wonder if that “cute puppy” impulse might turn into chaos at home?
Rescue founder and Pet Parent Hotline host Amy Castro joins Dori Durbin to unpack what families should know before bringing home a pet—so you pick the right fit (not just the cutest face) and protect connection in your home from day one. You’ll walk away with a calm, practical plan to prepare your space, your kids, and your routines.
In this Episode You’ll discover:
• The real difference between shelters and rescues
• How to build a pet criteria list
• The first-week setup:
• Why enrichment creates calmer, happier pets
• The surprising case for adopting older pets
• How a trainer can help before you adopt
“There are no bad pets—only bad fits. To them, you are their whole world.” — Amy Castro
About Amy:
Amy Castro is a communication expert, professional speaker, and lifelong animal advocate who’s helped thousands of families make smart, informed decisions about pet ownership. As host of The Pet Parent Hotline podcast and founder of Starlight Outreach and Rescue, she’s on a mission to keep pets out of shelters by helping people understand what it really takes to be ready for a pet, BEFORE they bring one home.
Find Amy:
www.petparenthotline.com
Email: amy@petparenthotline.com
About Dori:
Dori Durbin is a children's book illustrator, coach, Christian wife, and mom, who helps nonfiction experts “kid-size” their content into impactful children’s books.
Follow Dori:
https://www.doridurbin.com
https://www.instagram.com/dori_durbin
email: hello@doridurbin.com
Join the That’s Good Parenting Club (FREE):
👉 Help shape the children’s books families will read for years—and get member-only perks!
https://club.thatsgoodparenting.com/club
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