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Why I don't use "it" to refer to nonhuman animals
They're living beings, not inanimate objects. And they shouldn't be solely defined by relationships to people!
 • Haley Young
My dog didn't know I "rescued" her
And expecting her to be over-the-moon grateful would have been weird
 • Haley Young
A running list of books I recommend to dog lovers
Titles that have shaped my pet ownership philosophy, taught me about nonhuman animal cognition, and encouraged me when times were tough
 • Haley Young
December 2025 Paws and Reflect recap
Van fiascos, holiday visits, writing announcements, books, and more as usual!
 • Haley Young
Help us create a little free dog rescue library!
What dog- and animal-related books would you recommend to foster homes?
 • Haley Young
My first book has a cover!
Updates on THE DOG LOVER'S BUCKET LIST, publishing May 2026
 • Haley Young
Say hi to THE DOG LOVER'S BUCKET LIST
An inspirational journal for pet parents published by the Quarto Group and coming out in May 2026!
 • Haley Young
November 2025 Paws and Reflect recap
A roundup of reading, writing, van travel, Scout news, and other tidbits.
 • Haley Young
Which section of the bookstore are you stuck in?
Find me in the "non-human animals" aisle. Never make me leave!
 • Haley Young
My dog is slowing down, but I can't imagine her death
How much time have I wasted on adrenaline in social-media comment sections when instead I could be loving my dog right here, right now, in front of me?
 • Haley Young
April 2025 Paws and Reflect recap
Trying to blossom this spring. On big life changes, writing, and recent shenanigans
 • Haley Young
What does "gossip" mean?
And how bad (or actually productive and prosocial) is it?
 • Haley Young
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