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Elizabeth Oldham (she/her)'s avatar

Beautiful post, and right on target. Thanks.

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Chloe Ackerman, PsyD (she/her)'s avatar

Thank you for reading. 💜

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Abruptly Biff's avatar

Good, practical advice. Thank you Chloe.

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Frank Bard's avatar

Lovely.

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Ruth's avatar

And Brie, too! Sorry about that.

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Paula Jacunski's avatar

Yes! Safety. There is safety in numbers, I.e. dogs that understand you and their dog people. You all need food, nutritious dog food, treats, chocolate for the humans. Sheltering space with warm blankets.

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Chloe Ackerman, PsyD (she/her)'s avatar

Warm blankets and wagging tails 💜

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Jacquie's avatar

Like a balm to my aching soul, wounded heart and fragmented mind. The old feelings of overwhelm at where do I even start are so intense. So thank you for this gentle and practical reminder! I’ve shared it with many people offline. 💜🙏🏽

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Chloe Ackerman, PsyD (she/her)'s avatar

Thank you so much, and I’m so glad it helped.

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Ruth's avatar

Tell Sammy the feeling is mutual. And Pants. And MY Sammy and Bowie say hi.

I’m so behind on my SS newsletter reading, but newsletters with a Sheltie on the cover go first.

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Chloe Ackerman, PsyD (she/her)'s avatar

I love the way you prioritize reading. That’s how I’d do it too, but you’re the only other sheltie owner I know on here!

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Jacquie's avatar

Beautiful. I’m humbled and reassured by your incredible insights and love. I need this today. 💚

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