Paws and Reflect

Paws and Reflect

Park and Reflect

Our dog’s biggest struggles with full-time van life

And how I make sense of them—and help her out—by looking through the Layered Stress Model.

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Haley Young
Feb 21, 2023
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Scout the blue heeler lies in the driver seat of a converted campervan, leaning her chin into her owner's outstretched hand

It’s been almost a month since we officially hit the road to live in our converted campervan, Hermes. So far we’re loving it, Scout included. I think “the nomad thing” was ultimately a great decision for our little family.

Adjusting to life on the road has come with its challenges, though. Here are some things our cattle dog has struggled with—and how we’re working through them.

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