Ever wonder how you can actually make a difference for homeless pets?

Too many shelters are overwhelmed, and most people think they can’t help unless they adopt, but that’s far from the truth.

In this episode, I sit down with April Pfeiffer from the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter to reveal how fostering, volunteering, and even small donations can create real change for pets in need.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:

• How shelters like WCRAS are adapting to rising intake numbers and resource challenges
• Simple, meaningful ways you can support a shelter without adopting
• What makes the biggest difference for animals waiting for a second chance

This episode is your behind-the-scenes look at shelter life and how you can be part of the solution—no matter your lifestyle.

CONNECT WITH WILLIAMSON COUNTY REGIONAL ANIMAL SHELTER:
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/WCRAS.TX
Website | https://pets.wilco.org

LEARN MORE FROM AMY CASTRO:
Facebook | www.starlightoutreachandrescue.org

OTHER LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Rehome by AdoptAPet.com | https://rehome.adoptapet.com

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

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Real pet parenting gets crazy when you're faceing behavior issues, rising costs, and confusing pet advice. You need real pet care solutions, pet behavior help, and pet budgeting tips you can use every day.

Each week you'll hear pet parenting advice plus expert guidance on dog and cat behavior, dog training, nutrition, stress-free vet visits, and routines that make life easier. We'll help you manage puppy biting, cat aggression, separation anxiety, emergency vet decisions, hidden hazards, and show you how to stay ahead of issues that create stress for pets and their pet parents.

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