Dog Reactivity

It’s (still) isolating to love a sensitive dog

But I am capable of crossing any imaginary line my least-productive thought spirals draw.

Jul 16 •

In fact, I think I might wave hello

On off-leash dogs and shouting at strangers and trying to make things better, not worse

Jun 12 •

My weirdo dog likes neighborhood walks now?

Reflections on preferences and fulfillment opportunities changing over time

Mar 26 •

Dogs need more than love

Well, depending on how we define "love".

Mar 19 •

Thank you for not treating her like a retriever

On Scout's cattle-dogginess, time with loved ones, and lots of gratitude

Feb 24 •

Things that make Scout an excellent campground dog

And that I hope writing down will help me stop taking for granted!

Feb 19 •

The pile on of pets where they're prohibited

I can’t stop caring about this. I don’t want to stop caring about this.

Feb 16 •

Well-behaved and composed and good

“We never scold her for anything anymore,” Sean remarked the other day. He’s right—we never need to.

Feb 13 •

"Under control" off-leash dogs can still be a problem

We can't expect strangers to trust our animals' training on blind faith.

Jan 18 •

Ways Scout's patio behavior has gotten worse

And why I'm thrilled!

Dec 11, 2024 •

I don't want the vet to "win over" my dog

For her, poking-and-prodding betrayal is worse coming from a potential friend

Nov 27, 2024 •

Living with a shy dog has made me less social

Or... has it? And how much do I care?

Nov 20, 2024 •

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