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Responsible Dog Ownership

"Anti human, pro dog"
Should I really write an essay in response to a joking t shirt? Too late. I already did!
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Haley Young
What my dog's given up for full-time van life
And what we’ve gained in its place. Does it feel like loss—or making room for something better?
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Haley Young
What it takes to fulfill Scout on days with lots of alone time
Perspective on her exercise, enrichment, and social needs compared to other dogs and depending on the environment.
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Haley Young
Ways Scout's patio behavior has gotten worse
And why I'm thrilled!
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Haley Young
Living with a shy dog has made me less social
Or... has it? And how much do I care?
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Haley Young
Am I finally past my emotional (over)reaction to my dog growling?
Reflections from an oil change, a campground interaction, and other completely normal situations
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Haley Young
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An ode to an ancient winery dog
Thank you for reminding me to relax. And limit the curmudgeon stuff.
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Haley Young
“Just because we can doesn’t mean we should”
On spending the night at a dog friendly (dog free for all) hotel
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Haley Young
Notes on Rethinking Rescue by Carol Mithers
A great read on poverty, inequality, and the inextricable relationship between human and animal welfare
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Haley Young
Does embarrassment have a place?
On guilt, shame, defensiveness, and doing better next time
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Haley Young
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On off-leash forest walks and "folk nonsense"
There is magic in building a social bond with another species
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Haley Young
I don't think sniffing is like my dog's social media
Do you feel fulfilled after scrolling social media?
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Haley Young
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