Common Challenges During the 3-3-3 Rule (and How to Help)

Common Challenges During the 3-3-3 Rule (and How to Help) Why Challenges Are a Normal Part of Adjustment Adopting a rescue dog is rewarding — but it’s rarely effortless. According to the 3-3-3 rule for dogs, behavioral challenges often emerge as a dog moves through...

My Resolution to Eat Better and Feel Better

My Resolution to Eat Better and Feel Better Dear Human, Food Makes Me Feel Everything This year, my New Year’s resolution is about what goes into my bowl — and how it makes me feel afterward. Food affects my energy, my digestion, my mood, and even how well I sleep....

Training as a Relationship Tool (Not Control)

Training as a Relationship Tool (Not Control) Training is often misunderstood as a way to control a dog’s behavior. In reality, effective training is about communication, trust, and teamwork. When training is rooted in relationship-building rather than dominance, dogs...

Teaching Gentle Interactions Between Dogs and Babies

Teaching Gentle Interactions Between Dogs and Babies Dogs and babies can form beautiful bonds, but those relationships must be built intentionally. Babies move unpredictably, grab without understanding, and make unfamiliar noises. Dogs, meanwhile, rely on calm...

Healing in the Sun — Sunlight for Senior Dogs

Healing in the Sun — Sunlight for Senior Dogs Aging Gracefully With the Power of Sunlight As dogs grow older, their needs shift. Their joints may stiffen, their energy changes, and they rely more heavily on emotional comfort and predictable routines. One of the...

Choosing the Right Food for Dogs With Sensitive Stomachs

Choosing the Right Food for Dogs With Sensitive Stomachs If your dog frequently deals with diarrhea, loose stools, vomiting, or gas, their diet may be the key to relief. Dogs with sensitive stomachs often struggle with certain proteins, ingredients, fillers, or abrupt...