Season 3, Ep. 4 - The Story of a Rescue Dog

Three years ago, my husband and I adopted a rescue dog.

And she was a nightmare.

This a story of love and sadness. Of heartbreak and joy. Of learning and of failures. But more than anything, this is a story about how things can change. Things can seem so dark and hopeless - but they actually can get better. This is a story about how everyone is capable of healing. Because I went from thinking this traumatized, fear-aggressive, terrified mutt had ruined my life — to being madly in love with my sweet Olive. And now it’s all love.


Animal charities I love:

Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA (my local no-kill shelter)

Austin Pets Alive!

Friends of Retired Greyhounds

American Pit Bull Foundation

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