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Story of My Pet: Tales of Animal Rescue, Fostering & AdoptionAuthor: Julie Marty-Pearson
Are you a pet lover with a rescue story close to your heart? Youve 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 whove 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. Youll learn:How people around the world rescue and foster animalsWhat its really like inside shelters and rescuesHow to cope with pet loss and celebrate the lives of our furry family membersSimple ways you can help animals in your community Want to share your story? Email Julie to become a guest!Contact your host via Email- julie@thestoryofmypetpodcast.comAbout 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 adoptionJulie 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 Membership.Support the Podcast by Buying Us a Treat via Buy Me a CoffeeShop our Affiliate Partners & Sponsors: Shop our sponsor Mikk Language: en Genres: Education, Kids & Family, Pets & Animals Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Unleashing Stories: How Unique Dogs Inspired Children's Books with Leia Barrett
Episode 9
Tuesday, 24 March, 2026
Unleashing Stories: How Unique Dogs Inspired Children's Books with Leia Barrett.Host Julie Marty Pearson welcomes children’s author and rescue advocate Leah , who shares growing up with dogs (including longtime family “unicorn” Dixie) and later adopting her own unicorn rescue, Layla. They discuss common challenges in rescue adoptions, why quick returns can traumatize animals, and the widely used “3-3-3 rule” describing dogs’ adjustment over the first three days, three weeks, and three months. Leah explains how understanding decompression, training, redirection, and empathy can prevent rehoming and support the overpopulation crisis through better education—especially for kids. She describes her path from classical-music storybooks to founding a rescue-focused picture book series, beginning with The Odd Dog, inspired by Layla’s quirks and centered on families adapting to a pet’s needs. They highlight Kansas City’s Wayside Waifs and Leah’s book-signing fundraisers that donate to shelters and rescues. To learn more about Leah and her books, visit her Website or Follow her on Facebook and Instagram.01:04 Growing Up With Greyhounds01:38 Dixie the Unicorn Dog02:33 Adopting Layla at 4004:30 Rescue Returns and Education05:31 Explaining the 3-3-3 Rule08:21 Training Patience and Empathy12:21 Why She Writes Kids Books14:23 Creating The Odd Dog16:21 Embracing Mutts Over Breeds17:42 Earning Trust With Pets19:57 Pets Get Us Moving20:34 Outdoor Time Safely21:14 Turning Layla Into Odd Dog23:49 Redirecting Pet Energy25:38 Senior Dogs Deserve Love28:37 Spotlight on Wayside Waifs31:07 How to Help Rescues34:30 Book Signings Fundraiser Support the showSupport the Podcast by Buying Us a Treat via Buy Me a CoffeeShop our Affiliate Partners:🐾 Shop Mikko's Choice Use code 'storyofmypet' for 15% off🐾 Shop Superior Feline Use code “storyofmypet” for 15% off🐾 Shop Nuvita CBD for people Use code 'Julie10' for 10% offLoved this episode? Leave a review and rating hereThe Story of My Pet Podcast and Blog- Website - Instagram - FacebookContact your host via Email- julie@thestoryofmypetpodcast.comConnect with your host, Dr. Julie Marty-Pearson – Website - YouTube - Instagram - Facebook - LinkedIn
