The Enlightened Dog Owner by Jen Sotolongo

The Enlightened Dog Owner by Jen Sotolongo

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The Enlightened Dog Owner by Jen Sotolongo
Let's Talk about Stress, Baby.

Let's Talk about Stress, Baby.

Why Your Dog Needs Stress to Thrive

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Jen Sotolongo
Feb 04, 2025
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Let's Talk about Stress, Baby.
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I froze and started to panic, clinging to the wall 15 feet above the ground with the grip of a drowning swimmer grasping for a life raft. My arms burned, my breath came in shallow gasps, and my mind screamed at me to let go.

But I couldn’t. Not yet.

Breathe, I reminded myself. Just breathe.

The noise of the climbing gym faded. My heart pounded so loudly i…

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