Rehoming Bonnie: 1,672 Miles to a Forever Home

What happens when you hit the road with a rescue dog, and everything goes wrong?
In this episode, I share the story of my 1,672-mile journey from Texas to New York with my best friend Bev and a sweet rescue dog named Bonnie. From a hurricane reroute to car trouble, sketchy hotel rooms, and a surprise stop in Memphis during Elvis Week, this adoption road trip was anything but smooth, but absolutely unforgettable.

And yes, buried in the chaos are some real pet travel tips you can steal for your own long-distance trip.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:
 • What it really takes to rehome rescue dogs hundreds of miles away
 • How to manage a pet’s anxiety and well-being during long-distance travel
 • Why flexibility, humor, and a little luck matter when transporting rescue dogs
 • Practical pet travel tips we learned the hard way, so you don’t have to

We also give a shoutout to Dr. Linda Atkins from Valley Cottage Animal Hospital, who helped us ensure Bonnie’s transition was medically sound and emotionally supportive. With stories from Gettysburg, Valley Forge, and more, this episode is packed with adventure, heart, and the real-life side of rescue transport.

SHOUTOUTS IN THIS EPISODE:

• Valley Cottage Animal Hospital
• TripAdvisor
• Chrysler Pacifica

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

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