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Dog Parent Resources
Sometimes you need information.
Sometimes you need a professional.
Sometimes you just need to find the right place to start.
I've put together this collection of resources, organizations, professionals, and trusted places that can help you find answers, support, and practical information for the things that come up when you live with dogs.
You don't need to use everything here. Start with what you need right now.
Support for the Human Side of Loving Dogs
Loving dogs can come with grief, burnout, overwhelm, and emotional weight that doesn't always get talked about.
These are professionals and resources focused on supporting the human side of life with dogs.
The people and organizations listed here are included because I believe their work may be helpful to dog parents looking for additional support.
Beth Bigler – Pet Loss Grief Counselor
Beth offers compassionate grief counseling support before, during, or after the loss of a beloved animal companion.
Sessions are available online nationwide, so you can receive support from the privacy and comfort of your home.
Jess Adam – Mental Health for Dog People
Jess Adam – Mental Health for Dog People
Handlers & Humans offers individual and group support programs, along with educational and emotional wellness courses designed specifically for guardians and trainers of challenging dogs.
Her work connects behavioral support with the human experience of living and working with dogs who need more.
Howling OM
Jess Adam – Mental Health for Dog People
Holistic Healing for Pets and Their People
Howling OM offers Reiki, sound healing, crystal healing, and aromatherapy to support the physical, emotional, and energetic well-being of pets and their people.
Special Offer: Buy 3 sessions, get 1 free.
Rescues, Charities & Trusted Breeders
Organizations Doing the Quiet Work
Organizations Doing the Quiet Work
Organizations Doing the Quiet Work
These organizations are doing meaningful work to support dogs who need safety, time, care, and second chances.
Sharing them here isn't about obligation. It's about visibility.
Support looks different for everyone.
Dogs Forever
Organizations Doing the Quiet Work
Organizations Doing the Quiet Work
Founded in 2011, Dogs Forever is a safe haven built on love, compassion, and second chances. Entirely volunteer-run, the organization is powered by people who believe that every dog deserves to feel safe, cared for, and cherished.
Their mission is to welcome dogs of all breeds, ages, and backgrounds—especially seniors, overlooked pups, tho
Founded in 2011, Dogs Forever is a safe haven built on love, compassion, and second chances. Entirely volunteer-run, the organization is powered by people who believe that every dog deserves to feel safe, cared for, and cherished.
Their mission is to welcome dogs of all breeds, ages, and backgrounds—especially seniors, overlooked pups, those with medical needs, and dogs who have been neglected or abandoned. Many arrive at Dogs Forever in desperate situations, facing their final chance at life.
Through dedicated medical care, patience, and kindness, the team helps them heal—inside and out.
Until each dog finds their forever home, they are surrounded with love and protection in foster care or at the shelter. And when the perfect match is found, a once-homeless dog walks into a new chapter—safe, loved, and never abandoned again.
Dogs Forever isn’t just saving lives—it’s rewriting stories, one wagging tail at a time.
Ruger's Rescues
Organizations Doing the Quiet Work
The Honest Dog Breeder
Ruger’s Rescues is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue organization dedicated to proactive animal cruelty and abandonment prevention. Their mission is rooted in second chances, dismantling euthanasia lists, and pursuing a cure for hemangiosarcoma.
Through emergency shelter pulls, compassionate transport, and prevention-focused outreach, Ru
Ruger’s Rescues is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue organization dedicated to proactive animal cruelty and abandonment prevention. Their mission is rooted in second chances, dismantling euthanasia lists, and pursuing a cure for hemangiosarcoma.
Through emergency shelter pulls, compassionate transport, and prevention-focused outreach, Ruger’s Rescues builds bridges to loving forever homes and helps keep best friends where they belong—together.
They are rewriting the narrative, defying stereotypes, and embodying the angels every animal deserves. In a world where small steps spark big change, Ruger’s Rescues invites you to join them in making that change happen.
The Honest Dog Breeder
Organizations Doing the Quiet Work
The Honest Dog Breeder
Julie Swan is the founder of Honest Dog Breeder and an experienced breeder who has raised hundreds of puppies and built a successful breeding program from the ground up.
Her journey wasn’t perfect. Julie learned firsthand how overwhelming breeding can be, from finding the right homes and managing growing litters to navigating health challe
Julie Swan is the founder of Honest Dog Breeder and an experienced breeder who has raised hundreds of puppies and built a successful breeding program from the ground up.
Her journey wasn’t perfect. Julie learned firsthand how overwhelming breeding can be, from finding the right homes and managing growing litters to navigating health challenges and building systems that actually work.
Today, she helps dog breeders create better breeding programs and stronger businesses so they can produce dogs they’re proud of, find quality homes with confidence, and get paid fairly for the work they do.
Her mission is simple: help responsible breeders build sustainable programs that bring more better-bred dogs into the world.
SGT Canines
SGT Canines
SGT Canines
At SGT Canines, our mission is to rescue and rehabilitate dogs in urgent need while promoting responsible pet ownership and raising awareness about the challenges faced by abandoned and abused animals.
We are committed to providing exceptional care to every dog that comes into our organization, ensuring they are not only safe but also pre
At SGT Canines, our mission is to rescue and rehabilitate dogs in urgent need while promoting responsible pet ownership and raising awareness about the challenges faced by abandoned and abused animals.
We are committed to providing exceptional care to every dog that comes into our organization, ensuring they are not only safe but also prepared for a loving forever home. Through advocacy and community involvement, we aim to create a culture of kindness and compassion towards all animals.
Juno's Den
SGT Canines
SGT Canines
Juno’s Den is a 100% foster-based 501(c)(3) rescue in Washington, founded and run by one woman whose love for dogs sparked something bigger than herself. What began as one heart determined to help has grown into a small devoted community -people who show up, stand up, and put every dog’s well-being first, above anything else, every single time.
Podcasts We Love
You’re Not the Only One
The Pet Parent Hotline Podcast
The Pet Parent Hotline Podcast
Sometimes the most supportive thing is hearing someone else say,
“Yeah. This is hard.”
These podcasts offer thoughtful conversations and information about life with dogs.
Listen when it feels helpful.
Skip when it doesn't.
Both are okay.
The Pet Parent Hotline Podcast
The Pet Parent Hotline Podcast
The Pet Parent Hotline Podcast
Hosted by rescue founder, educator, and foster mom to more than 4,000 pets, Amy Castro, The Pet Parent Hotline delivers practical, judgment-free guidance to help people care for their pets with confidence.
Each episode features expert interviews, budget-friendly pet care tips, behavior and training insights, and real-world support for nav
Hosted by rescue founder, educator, and foster mom to more than 4,000 pets, Amy Castro, The Pet Parent Hotline delivers practical, judgment-free guidance to help people care for their pets with confidence.
Each episode features expert interviews, budget-friendly pet care tips, behavior and training insights, and real-world support for navigating the everyday ups and downs of life with pets.
Stop chasing your tail and start enjoying life with pets! Explore episodes and resources below!
Your Natural Dog
The Pet Parent Hotline Podcast
Your Natural Dog
Your Natural Dog explores holistic approaches to canine health and wellness, with conversations about nutrition, natural care, root-cause health, and the people working to rethink how we care for our dogs. Angela Ardolino brings together educators, veterinarians, formulators, and other experts to explore practical ways dog parents can better understand and support their dogs.
Speciality Trainers
Sometimes you need help that goes beyond general training.
Sometimes you need help that goes beyond general training.
Sometimes you need help that goes beyond general training.
These are trainers and training businesses offering specialized experience in different areas of dog training.
The Super Collies x SuperK9S
Sometimes you need help that goes beyond general training.
Sometimes you need help that goes beyond general training.
Sara Carson is an internationally recognized dog trainer known for her ability to break down complex training into simple, approachable steps. With a background in obedience, trick training, and service work, she has helped both pet parents and professionals better understand how dogs learn and communicate.
Sara’s work with her own service
Sara Carson is an internationally recognized dog trainer known for her ability to break down complex training into simple, approachable steps. With a background in obedience, trick training, and service work, she has helped both pet parents and professionals better understand how dogs learn and communicate.
Sara’s work with her own service dog, Hero, led her to transform trick-based skills into real-life support tasks—bridging the gap between engagement, training, and functional daily living. She has since worked with service dog organizations and trainers across the country, helping develop dogs for individuals with a wide range of needs.
Today, Sara continues to educate through her training programs, performances, and her app Puppr, making dog training more accessible, practical, and adaptable to the dog in front of you.
Scar’s AUSSome Training
Sometimes you need help that goes beyond general training.
Scar’s AUSSome Training
Carissa is a certified dog trainer with over a decade of experience working with dogs of all breeds, ages, and needs. She began her journey training service dogs for special needs children and has continued to expand her knowledge through formal education, hands-on experience, and ongoing learning.
Through Scar’s AUSSome Training, she spec
Carissa is a certified dog trainer with over a decade of experience working with dogs of all breeds, ages, and needs. She began her journey training service dogs for special needs children and has continued to expand her knowledge through formal education, hands-on experience, and ongoing learning.
Through Scar’s AUSSome Training, she specializes in supporting owner-trained service dog teams with a focus on professionalism, stability, and real-world reliability. Her work centers on helping handlers build confident, task-trained service dogs capable of working safely in everyday environments.
Carissa’s approach emphasizes ethical training, clear standards, and individualized guidance—recognizing that service dogs are medical equipment and that every team’s journey is unique.
Her dog, Scar, a highly trained Australian Shepherd service dog, plays an active role as a demo dog across her programs, bringing real-world experience into every step of the process.
Community Partners & Voices We Trust
Shared Values, Not Obligations
Shared Values, Not Obligations
Shared Values, Not Obligations
These are businesses, creators, and platforms whose work may be useful to dog parents looking for additional resources, services, products, or perspectives.
They're here as places to explore, not things you need to buy, follow, or use.
SniffSpot
Shared Values, Not Obligations
Shared Values, Not Obligations
Sniffspot enables anyone to rent land by the hour, creating safe and private spaces for dogs to run, play, and explore. Their mission is simple: to make the world a more dog-friendly place.
Use code SUDT to save $5 on your visit!
Spot Dog Here
Shared Values, Not Obligations
Spot Dog Here
Spot Dog Here is a revolutionary app designed to make exploring with your dog easier and more enjoyable than ever. From cozy cafés to scenic parks, the app connects pet parents with dog-friendly locations across the map—so every outing is safe, fun, and welcoming for your furry friend.
Whether you’re planning your next big adventure or jus
Spot Dog Here is a revolutionary app designed to make exploring with your dog easier and more enjoyable than ever. From cozy cafés to scenic parks, the app connects pet parents with dog-friendly locations across the map—so every outing is safe, fun, and welcoming for your furry friend.
Whether you’re planning your next big adventure or just searching for a nearby place to relax, Spot Dog Here is your trusted resource for creating meaningful experiences with your dog. With a focus on building connections between pet parents and their communities, Spot Dog Here is redefining what it means to be truly dog-friendly.
Before You Go
You don’t need to do more today.
You don't need to find the perfect resource today.
You don't need to contact everyone on this page.
You don't need to figure everything out at once.
Start with the thing that feels most relevant to what you're dealing with right now.
Take what helps. Leave what doesn't. Come back when you need to.