Ever wonder what life looks like when your pet gets a serious diagnosis?

Caring for a pet with special needs can be incredibly rewarding—but also overwhelming, isolating, and financially draining.

In this episode, I talk with pet podcaster Julie Marty Pearson about her journey with her diabetic cat, Charlie, and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with managing long-term pet illness.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:
• What daily life is really like for pet parents managing chronic illness
• How to recognize subtle signs that your pet may be struggling
• Why some families consider rehoming and what that means for shelters

This one’s for anyone who's ever loved a pet through tough times—or is doing it right now.

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P.S. You may hear us refer to the show as Starlight Pet Talk during this episode. That was our previous name before we embraced the fur, mess, and mayhem. Same show, same mission—just a name that fits better now.

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