Gigi, Therapy Dog in Training

Gigi, Therapy Dog in Training

Author: Julie Marty-Pearson June 2, 2022 Duration: 49:59
In Episode 6 of The Story of My Pet Podcast I welcome my guest, Carolyn Smith-Keune. Carolyn, a Doctor of Marine and Molecular Biology, has worked as a marine biologist on the Great Barrier Reef in Australia for almost a decade. Later in her career she switched to working in Aquaculture Genetics research when she started her family, where she manages a genetics research lab (predominately animal and plant genetics). Currently on leave of absence to heal from past trauma and PTSD (post-traumat...

There’s a particular magic in the moment an animal finds its person, a bond forged from chance, compassion, and sometimes pure serendipity. Story of My Pet: Tales of Animal Rescue, Fostering & Adoption is built around these profound connections. Hosted by Julie Marty-Pearson, this podcast gives a voice to the quiet heroes and the grateful animals whose lives they’ve changed. You’ll meet foster families who provide crucial first chapters of safety, adopters who discovered an unexpected best friend, and rescue workers whose daily efforts rewrite destinies. The conversations are intimate and real, often touching on the messy, challenging, and overwhelmingly joyful reality of bringing a rescued animal home. It’s not just about the "after" photo; it’s about the journey there-the uncertainty, the patience, and the transformative love that follows. Whether it’s a senior dog finding a peaceful retirement or a skittish kitten learning to trust, each story is a testament to resilience. This podcast serves as a warm reminder of the impact we can have, one home at a time, and celebrates the unique, life-altering stories that begin with a simple act of saying "yes." Tune in for genuine narratives that will resonate with anyone who believes every creature deserves a chance and a loving home.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 60

Story of My Pet: Tales of Animal Rescue, Fostering & Adoption
Podcast Episodes
My First Foster Kitten Binx [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:27
Trigger Warning! This episode discusses death, grief and loss, and emotional stories of pet loss. In this episode, I (your host Julie Marty-Pearson) talk about my experience fostering for the first time. I currently volu…
Amazing Cats Inspiring Nonprofit Mission Meow [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:12
In this episode, I welcome my guest, Sally Williams. She has dedicated her adult life to cats and nonprofits. Sally is a lifelong animal lover, former pet sitter, cat behaviorist, cat advocate, Founder of The Brodie Fund…
Finding Joy and Celebration in Pet Cancer, Loss, and Grief [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:35
Trigger Warning! This episode discusses grief and loss, cancer diagnoses and treatments,and emotional stories of pet loss. In this episode, I welcome my guest, Sally Williams. She has dedicated her adult life to cats and…
Pet Stories of My Childhood Dogs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:56
In episode 16, you get to hear your host, Julie Marty-Pearson tell stories about her childhood pets. You’ll meet Goldie the Golden Retriever, who was rescued from the local animal shelter and joined my family when I was…
Fur Family Filed with Rescued Love [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:54
In episode 15, I welcome my guest, Amy Fagan. Amy lives in Maine with her husband and their rescue dog Whitney. They also have two cats, Clarence and Storm, and six chickens. She works from home and has her own jam busin…
Memories of Chi the Adventure Cat and New Rescue Cats [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:49
Episode 14: Memories of Chi the Adventure Cat and the New Life of Bonded Pair Jack and Sparrow In episode 13, I welcome my guest, Michelle Steiner. Michelle is an animal lover living in Pennsylvania with her husband and…
A Life Full of Animal Adventures [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:23
In episode 13, I welcome my guest, Rebecca Houghton. Born and raised in Bakersfield, CA, Rebecca is a hobby farmer, homeschooling mom, and retired RN now living in Sonoma County, California her husband Greg and their two…
Fostering, Adoption, and Volunteerism at Local Animal Shelters [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:06
In episode 12, I welcome my guest Berkeley Hanley. Born and raised in Bakersfield, CA Berkeley has always loved animals. She grew up with parents who were both high school biology teachers and her dad's 100+ animals in h…
All About Art, Animals, and Pet Portraits [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:22
In episode 11, I welcome my guest, Ciara Barsotti. Ciara is an artist and pet portraitist living in Chico, CA with her husband and their two cats, William Blake and Nobody. Her and husband are also expecting their first…
A Ukrainian’s Stories of Saving Animals during War [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:44
In episode 10, I welcome my guests Nataliia Kalantaienko and Karin Olson. Nataliia is 19 years old Ukrainian. She is a student of the international relations in Lviv University and Assistant to the CEO and Manager of the…