Pros & Cons of Thinking About My Dog as a Human Friend

by Haley (writer, dog nerd, van lifer) May 25, 2022

written by Haley (writer, dog nerd, van lifer) May 25, 2022

Scout the blue heeler lies on the blue-gray surface of a coffee shop patio, looking at the camera with a pant that resembles a human smile

Sometimes it’s helpful to think about my relationship with my dog like a human bond. While it's important to recognize we are different creatures, it’s also remiss to ignore the parallels completely. Here are the times I embrace this analogy and how I stay cautious about along the way!

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Haley (writer, dog nerd, van lifer)

I write about training my blue heeler, adventuring in our converted van, and a whole bunch of other interests in the hope that our blunders and realizations connect with fellow dog lovers. Learn more?

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Pros & Cons of Thinking About My Dog as a Human Friend

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