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Muddy Paws and Hairballs
Muddy Paws and Hairballs is the no-fluff podcast for pet parents juggling chaos, cuddles, and the quest to live your best life—with your pets, not in spite of them. Host Amy Castro brings real talk, expert pet advice, behavior tips, and humor to help you lead with confidence, ditch the guilt, and raise healthy, happy pets without losing yourself in the process.
This show is for the real ones—those knee-deep in fur, vet bills, and “what the heck did you just eat?!” moments. The ones holding it all together while the dog humps guests and the cat redecorates with hairballs—who still want to do right by their animals without losing their sanity (or their favorite rug).
Hosted by longtime rescuer, speaker, and unapologetically honest pet advocate Amy Castro, each episode delivers the insight, support, and sarcasm you need to go from overwhelmed to in control. Whether you're choosing the right dog or cat for your lifestyle, managing behavior issues, navigating pet health decisions, or just trying to keep your shoes barf-free, this show helps you become the confident, capable leader your pet actually needs.
Because Muddy Paws and Hairballs is about more than fixing bad behavior—it’s about building a better life for you and your pets—mess and all.
🎧 New episodes every week.
Follow now and start creating the life your pet deserves—with fewer meltdowns, more clarity, and a whole lot more joy.
Muddy Paws and Hairballs
Latest Episodes
Why No Kill is Failing: The Case for a Smarter Approach to Rescue

The Day Rescue Broke Me: A Hard Truth About Helping Too Much

Heartworm Prevention Myths That Could Cost Your Pet’s Life

Feeding Pets, Supporting Families: How PAWSitive Pantry is Fighting Pet Hunger

Healing the Guilt of Pet Loss: Letting Go Without Regret

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