Dog Owner Encouragement

Does embarrassment have a place?

On guilt, shame, defensiveness, and doing better next time

Oct 14 •

Fur against skin against blankets against moonlight against sweet air

Scout’s been jumping on the bed in the middle of the night.

Sep 19 •

My dog is less confident when my partner isn't here

Reflections on a long weekend in the van with Scout... without Sean

Sep 14 •

How I handle getting frustrated with my dog

This post was first written in June 2021 and last tweaked in July 2024.

Jul 2 •

Why I love to (sometimes) “leave the dog behind”

First written on September 16th, 2023 in upstate New York.

Jun 13 •

Working through dog reactivity? My favorite resources

I first compiled this post in October 2020.

Jun 12 •

Humbled is too gentle a word

First written on April 4th, 2024.

Apr 15 •

How I handle getting emotional about off-leash dogs

Updated post: This article was first published in June 2020 and slightly edited in April 2024.

Apr 4 •

Validation I needed earlier in my journey with my dog

I’ve long struggled to feel “good enough”.

Feb 7 •

An ode to big city dogs (and their people)

You are badasses—with equally incredible handlers—and we cheer so loudly for you.

Nov 6, 2023 •

Is my dog my mirror? Yes… and NO

Is your dog your mirror?

Oct 10, 2023 •

Blog & podcast compilation: Chicken soup for the dog lover’s soul

This is a collection of articles I’ve written (and a few stray podcast episodes we’ve recorded) about the emotional side of life with dogs.

Jul 28, 2023 •

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