https://www.caringaboutpaws.co.uk/blog daily 0.75 2026-05-21 https://www.caringaboutpaws.co.uk/blog/rescue-cat-prep monthly 0.5 2026-05-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/343e6fc0-92e4-4a2c-90a0-12210617dac7/3-3-3+Rule+of+Decompression The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - A Stress-Free Guide to Bringing Your New Rescue Cat Home - Make it stand out 3 Days, 3 Weeks, 3 Months, the rule of the 3 for bringing any new pet home. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1779367826396-XO5NPRHWXSPLHRYRZ731/Cat+trees+and+Hiding+Places The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - A Stress-Free Guide to Bringing Your New Rescue Cat Home - Make it stand out Cat trees are a great way to provide your new rescue cat with not only height but also somewhere to hide and feel safe. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1779368032663-EK8ZW5KHG6O1GBCJH5ER/Passive+Bonding+with+your+rescue+cat+in+a+sanctuary+Room The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - A Stress-Free Guide to Bringing Your New Rescue Cat Home - When a cat is hiding, the worst thing you can do is reach in, pull them out, or force them to cuddle. Sit quietly on the floor of the Sanctuary Room. Read a book, scroll on your phone, or work on your laptop. Talk softly, but ignore the cat completely. Bring in ultra-high-value liquid treats (like Licki Sticks) and gently squeeze a little onto a small plate near their hiding spot. Why it works: This teaches the cat that your presence is non-threatening, predictable, and associated with delicious food, without putting any pressure on them to perform or interact. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1779368591083-TWM81YCI8OOX5CVNA719/Rescue+Cat+Relaxing+into+their+new+home The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - A Stress-Free Guide to Bringing Your New Rescue Cat Home - Make it stand out Your cat knows what they can cope with, they will adjust at their own pace. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/2f7349dd-5dd0-4e7d-99b0-fd1d7555358b/Rescue+Cat+Trigger+Stacking The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - A Stress-Free Guide to Bringing Your New Rescue Cat Home - Make it stand out Everything can be a potential stressor to a cat in a new home, its best to err on the side of caution until they are settled into their new home. https://www.caringaboutpaws.co.uk/blog/rescue-dog-prep monthly 0.5 2026-05-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/343e6fc0-92e4-4a2c-90a0-12210617dac7/3-3-3-rule-rescue-dog-decompression-timeline The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - How to Prepare for a New Rescue Dog’s First Weeks - Make it stand out 3 Days, 3 Weeks, 3 Months, the rule of the 3 for bringing any new pet home. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1779194813654-6SFQFJE2SNPJP3U6RVTF/quiet-rescue-dog-safe-zone-setup The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - How to Prepare for a New Rescue Dog’s First Weeks - Before you bring your new dog home from the rescue make sure to set up a safe space for them. This should be in a quiet area just for them away from the main traffic of the home. This could be a spare room, or a quiet corner with a cosy bed or open crate in. You don’t want your new dog to have access to the whole house straight away as this can be overwhelming for them. Why it works: Your new dog needs a place where they can escape and sleep without being bothered. Instruct family members (especially children) that when the dog is in their Safe Zone, they must be left completely alone. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/7616d581-1545-4be7-97a3-7923bd575106/rescue-dog-trigger-stacking-stress-graph The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - How to Prepare for a New Rescue Dog’s First Weeks - Make it stand out Everything can be a potential stressor to a dog in a new home, its best to err on the side of caution until they are settled into their new home. https://www.caringaboutpaws.co.uk/blog/pet-behaviourist-cumbria monthly 0.5 2026-05-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/97d8990f-1145-420b-9d02-2b3cdeb87947/dog-pulling-on-lead-behaviour-modification-cumbria The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Stop Searching For Quick Fixes: Why You Need a Pet Behaviour Consultation - Think of pulling on the lead as that piece of chocolate cake or takeaway that you know you shouldn’t eat for your diet but you do anyway. The pleasure of that food outweighs the guilt of breaking your diet. The joy your dog gets from their destination, outweighs the discomfort of pulling on the lead. It takes time for us to break habits and build new, better, more socially acceptable habits. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1777459904881-2WP2JIIPZ2222MGMZDBS/dog-barking-rehabilitation-south-lakes The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Stop Searching For Quick Fixes: Why You Need a Pet Behaviour Consultation - Are they barking because they are bored, or because they are terrified? Is the unwanted behaviour actually a symptom of pain? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/db07a768-c2ba-42f5-8aee-9a52d1bbe4fc/bespoke-pet-behaviour-roadmap-caring-about-paws The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Stop Searching For Quick Fixes: Why You Need a Pet Behaviour Consultation - After our first session together, you won't just have a list of things to “try”. You will have: Clarity - we will identify the potential root causes you are seeing. A bespoke roadmap - this is a clear plan, tailored specifically to your family and your pet - remember we don’t do “one size fits all” here. These plans take into consideration everything discussed in the consultation, no two plans are the same. Peace of mind - You’ll stop feeling like you are failing, start feeling like you have a partner who understands the science and the soul behind your pets actions. https://www.caringaboutpaws.co.uk/blog/decompressingafteradoption monthly 0.5 2026-05-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1775740022630-ORJVQ2JZG36O0M6I0YZ5/dog-experiencing-learned-helplessness-shelter The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Decompressing After Adoption: A Guide for Long-Term Rescue Pets - When a pet is kennelled for an extended period, the lack of a normal routine and high-stress environment can cause several shifts in behaviour: Stereotypic Repetitive Behaviours: This is often seen in both species—dogs may pace or jump incessantly, while cats may over-groom (psychogenic alopecia) or obsessively circle. Without intervention, these habits can persist even after they leave the rescue. Barrier Reactivity & Guarding: Dogs often become protective of their kennel space, barking or lunging at the gate but remaining friendly face-to-face. Cats may become closet hitters, hissing or swiping from the safety of their cubby because they feel cornered. Social Regression: Without consistent, varied social interaction, pets can forget how to meet new people. They may bond deeply with familiar rescue staff but act fearfully or aggressively toward strangers. Institutionalisation: Some animals become so accustomed to the loud, predictable routine of a rescue that a quiet home actually feels scary. This is why some pets seem shut down during their first few weeks in a new house. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1775740180402-9Y5XHNJEBM0NVAMEJYIR/PXL_20260403_154518632.MP.jpg The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Decompressing After Adoption: A Guide for Long-Term Rescue Pets https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1775740235431-5BA27O9XD9NEB142QV9U/spaniel.jpg The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Decompressing After Adoption: A Guide for Long-Term Rescue Pets https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1775740319959-WVHZAYIF9G7V0HD0OR4E/unsplash-image-C8YnTznpopU.jpg The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Decompressing After Adoption: A Guide for Long-Term Rescue Pets https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1775740356119-BVONHO3QI6K7FE5HYQ4V/unsplash-image-7IvcP5BZ5HE.jpg The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Decompressing After Adoption: A Guide for Long-Term Rescue Pets https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1775740391401-STIQ5XWC3387GDE5BRW9/unsplash-image-DaMahkm94ww.jpg The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Decompressing After Adoption: A Guide for Long-Term Rescue Pets https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1775740454384-RV80DV02ZGF7HJXKUMIQ/unsplash-image-gE-1lPZuLEU.jpg The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Decompressing After Adoption: A Guide for Long-Term Rescue Pets https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1775740714122-EDB8LV8YVLI6R7MSP1B5/dog-unsure-of-new-surroundings-in-home The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Decompressing After Adoption: A Guide for Long-Term Rescue Pets - It is important to remember that the behaviours we see in a rescue setting are often just survival mechanisms. Once an animal is adopted, their path can take one of two turns: The Vanishing Act: For many pets, the problematic behaviours seen in the kennel or cattery—such as pacing, over-grooming, or barrier reactivity—simply disappear once they are in a stable home environment. These were "coping strategies used to handle the stress of the rescue, and once the stressor is gone, the behaviour is no longer needed. The Need for Patience: Other animals may carry these anxieties with them into their new life. These pets need an understanding home willing to show them, through consistency and kindness, that the world isn’t out to get them. They may seem shut down initially as they decompress from the institutional routine they grew accustomed to. https://www.caringaboutpaws.co.uk/blog/long-lasting-chews monthly 0.5 2026-05-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/304e7119-8b0f-41a5-bd39-de14cd385d5e/Dog+chewing+on+natural+yak+chew The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Better Than Rawhide: 3 Long-Lasting Natural Chews Your Dog Will Love - If you want something your dog really has to work for, Yak Milk Chews are a fantastic choice. They are highly nutritious, tasty, and incredibly hard, making them perfect for persistent chewers. Safety Tip: When the chew gets small enough to be a swallow hazard, take it away. Pro-Tip: Don't throw the small end piece away! Pop it in the microwave (check your specific label for timing) and it will puff up into a crunchy, honeycomb-like treat that is safe for your dog to finish off. Variety: These come in sizes ranging from Small to XXL and even offer different flavours, though my pack prefers the natural version. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/a244f7d9-9cec-45d7-a070-7512a8ed0f28/Dog+with+deer+antler The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Better Than Rawhide: 3 Long-Lasting Natural Chews Your Dog Will Love - For the heavy chewers, Deer Antlers are a household staple for us. They are a great way to keep a dog's brain engaged as they figure out how to navigate the unique shapes to get to the good stuff. Nutrient Dense: Antlers are filled with marrow, which is packed with the essential nutrients your dog needs. Eco-Friendly & Cruelty-Free: Since deer naturally shed their antlers every year, no animals are harmed to provide this snack. Engagement: Because they are a natural product, the "odd" shapes provide a mental challenge for your dog. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/ec19031b-0d73-4b42-ba93-15cdcff5e1ea/Buffalo+Horn+natural+Chew The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Better Than Rawhide: 3 Long-Lasting Natural Chews Your Dog Will Love - Buffalo Horns are another 100% natural and versatile option. They are excellent for keeping boredom at bay because you can customize how your dog interacts with them. Versatility: You can buy them pre-filled, or get hollow ones and then you can fill them yourself with peanut butter or wet food to keep your dog interested. Maintenance: Keep an eye on these over time. Buffalo horns can become brittle or start to splinter around the edges. Replacement: If you have a very heavy chewer or notice the horn breaking into sharp bits, it’s time to toss it and invest in a fresh one. https://www.caringaboutpaws.co.uk/blog/easermayhem monthly 0.5 2026-04-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1774962400606-I44WWSL8A72QE724DRET/Plastic+Easter+eggs+and+their+hazards+to+pets The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Managing the Mayhem: A Guide to A Pet-Safe Easter - Overstimulation and “The Chase”: The high-pitched energy of children can trigger a pet’s prey drive or anxiety. This can lead to pets joining the fray, resulting in accidental nips, knocked-over toddlers, or a panicked pet bolting out an open gate. Physical Hazards: Brightly coloured plastic eggs are tempting chew toys. If cracked, they create sharp edges that cause mouth cuts; if swallowed whole, they lead to life-threatening intestinal obstructions. Toxic Rewards: It isn’t just the chocolate inside the eggs that’s the problem/ Foil wrappers can cause internal tearing, and sugar-free sweets are often just as deadly. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/2eaa4207-a15c-43af-b28e-f84874a8a256/Easter+Foods+that+are+toxic+to+cats+and+dogs The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Managing the Mayhem: A Guide to A Pet-Safe Easter - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1774962569263-AT0K0K5HJVOSX8HOCMVZ/Cat+on+Easter+Table The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Managing the Mayhem: A Guide to A Pet-Safe Easter - Flower Power (or lack thereof): Avoid Easter lilies at all costs. While beautiful, every part of the plant is highly toxic. In cats, even licking the pollen off their fur can cause fatal kidney failure. The “Grass” is Not Greener: Plastic basket grass is a foreign body risk. If swallowed, it can bunch up the intestines like a drawstring. Opt for recycled paper grass or tissue paper instead. .Watch the Glass: Keep the wine and cocktails on high counters. A happy tail or curious nose can easily knock a drink off a coffee table, leading to broken glass and alcohol ingestion. The Post-Hunt Sweep: Once the kids are done, do a sweep of the perimeter. Look for dropped jellybeans, foil fragments, or that one missed egg hidden in the bushes. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1774963029511-BZ0ZQRTEG9TPS276733W/Teaching+a+dog+to+%22leave+it%22 The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Managing the Mayhem: A Guide to A Pet-Safe Easter - The “Leave it” Cue This is the most important skill for any social gathering. If a guest drops a piece of ham or a chocolate egg, a solid "leave it" command can save your pet's life before they even make contact. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1774963084131-TC6W408QKF06FUQFQ1CO/Provide+a+safe+place+for+your+pets+this+Easter The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Managing the Mayhem: A Guide to A Pet-Safe Easter - The Safe Haven If the noise becomes too much, provide a safe space. A quiet back room with a white noise machine, a baby gate, and a long-lasting enrichment feeder (like a frozen KONG) will keep them occupied and calm. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1774963168486-J0LVO4U5N4VN4PCBHCXC/How+to+keep+your+Easter+table+and+your+pets+safe The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Managing the Mayhem: A Guide to A Pet-Safe Easter - The "No Scraps" Policy Explicitly remind guests—especially children—not to share their plates. A fatty piece of ham might seem like a treat, but it can trigger pancreatitis in dogs. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1774962944149-KRRBDOC8EAPFICMPRNGU/unsplash-image-A9cskgclgYM.jpg The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Managing the Mayhem: A Guide to A Pet-Safe Easter - A Happy (and Healthy) Easter for Everyone At the end of the day, Easter is about celebrating new beginnings and spending quality time with those we love—including the furry members of the family. By taking a few proactive steps, like swapping out plastic grass for paper or setting up a quiet "den" for your pup, you can enjoy the festivities without the stress of an emergency vet visit. Remember, the best treat you can give your pet this holiday isn't a piece of chocolate or a scrap of ham; it’s a safe, calm environment where they can feel like part of the pack. https://www.caringaboutpaws.co.uk/blog/easter-enrichment monthly 0.5 2026-04-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1774707063833-DXJW14D2ULM6MM1R09Z9/Pet-safe+Easter+egg+hunt The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Science, Souls and Spring: Easter Enrichment for Your Pet - The Scent-Work Pet-Safe Easter Egg Hunt Tap into your pets “seeking” drive by using plastic eggs to hide high-value treats or their favourite kibble. Most plastic eggs have small air holes at the top, acting as perfect scent vents for questing noses. Hide them around the house or garden and watch the sniffing begin! Pro-Tip: If you have a multi-pet household, run separate hunts to prevent resource guarding or “prize bullying”. Remember: Some pets may need a little help opening the eggs once they’ve tracked them down. Safety Tip: Make sure you are using an appropriate size egg for your pet, nothing too small that they could easily swallow. For more safety tips check out this post. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1774707323041-RW2D0Y9CCTC6KUHW8OCN/unsplash-image--Elf7vDV7Rk.jpg The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Science, Souls and Spring: Easter Enrichment for Your Pet - Outdoor Toy Hunt: DIY Scent Work No plastic eggs? No problem. Use tennis balls or plush toys as vessels for the hunt. Cut a small slit into a tennis ball and stuff it with a smelly treat. Hiding these around the garden turns a standard game of fetch into a complex problem-solving session. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1774707562267-QSK7VUZF5B0HMJTYU8CK/Cat+Playing+with+Easter+Treats The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Science, Souls and Spring: Easter Enrichment for Your Pet - The Egg Obstacle Course Give your training routine an Easter makeover. If you have agility equipment (or just a DIY set up), place pet-safe chocolate eggs at the end of different sections, like the tunnel or ramp. For the cats: There's no reason they can’t also learn some agility or you could use their existing vertical territory. Place treats on different levels of their cat tree or shelving to encourage climbing and leaping. DIY Hack: Use chairs as weave poles or a broom handle balanced on boxes as a jump. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1774707749931-1HRUPCNCE4PQFZHEMZQ3/Dog+mental+enrichment The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Science, Souls and Spring: Easter Enrichment for Your Pet - Bobbing for Eggs If the spring weather is kind enough for a paddling pool, try a water based challenge. Fill a shallow pool and toss in some waterproof toys or even peeled, hard-boiled eggs (in moderation). This is a great spring activity for water-loving pets, though it might be a hard pass for most felines! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1774707867057-RQ3JCM4UD92E9NS3N9V1/Dog+digging+in+the+garden The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Science, Souls and Spring: Easter Enrichment for Your Pet - Digging for Treasure For natural-born excavators, create a designated ‘Dig Zone’. Use a sandbox or specific corner of the garden to bury pet-safe treats or toys. Burying the “prey” makes the eventual find much more rewarding and keeps them from digging up your prize tulips. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1774707951976-XAQ4CH203P6VSB611F24/Easter+enrichment+for+Pets The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Science, Souls and Spring: Easter Enrichment for Your Pet - A Basket of Their Own Don’t let them feel left out while the humans are unwrapping their treats. Make a pet-specific eater basket filled with themed plushies, a fresh spring bandana or a long-lasting natural chew. It’s a wonderful way to include them in the morning festivities while keeping them occupied (and away from the toxic human chocolate). Check out this post for more safety tips this Easter. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1774708282586-4UVXYCBCVIRCIGH8FAK8/unsplash-image-l_r4Z_35kIs.jpg The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Science, Souls and Spring: Easter Enrichment for Your Pet https://www.caringaboutpaws.co.uk/blog/the-doodle-dilemma monthly 0.5 2026-04-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1774356779752-JZOVQHN2RV09J8X5XV0I/cream+cockerpoo.jpg The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - The Doodle Dilemma: Why Genetics are Only Half the Story A recent study from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) published by PLOS One, has made waves in the dog world, suggesting the ‘Doodle’ mixes and ‘Designer’ breeds are more likely to exhibit behaviour issues compared to their purebred parents. While science provides a crucial piece of the puzzle, genetics aren’t the whole story. As someone with experience in boarding, rescue, and training, I believe we need to talk about what’s happening on the other side of the lead. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1774356897450-1C5S3T6UTJU412IWT9ZB/brown+labradoodle+in+training.jpg The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - The Doodle Dilemma: Why Genetics are Only Half the Story - Backyard breeders love the “best of both worlds” sales pitch. They claim every puppy will inherit the best traits of both parents with zero downsides. News flash: That’s not how genetics work. You are just as likely to get the most challenging traits of both breeds combined. Because of their massive popularity, Doodles have become a magnet for dodgy breeders prioritising profit over the mental and physical stability of the pups. When you combine high-stakes genetics with a lack of breeder vetting, you end up with a genetic lottery that is increasingly difficult to win. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1774358116478-SVK55837LK6CUBS988ET/puppy+cuddles.jpg The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - The Doodle Dilemma: Why Genetics are Only Half the Story - Unfortunately, many Doodles are sold as “turnkey” pets. First-time owners - many of whom brought dogs home during the Covid Lockdown - were never taught how to handle a high-energy mix or how to prevent separation anxiety. It’s not the owners fault for not magically being experts, but it is the fault of the breeders who fail to vet homes or provide realistic expectations. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/1774357752573-5CIF5ABNFI28ZFXLSWRK/cream+labradoodle+on+a+hike.jpg The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - The Doodle Dilemma: Why Genetics are Only Half the Story - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.caringaboutpaws.co.uk/blog/meet-the-pack monthly 0.5 2026-03-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/a18c6599-dc2c-43a5-8a8d-479d3fab05bc/Tri-colour+collie+in+a+home.jpg The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Meet the Pack: The 5 Dogs Who Taught Me Everything - Koda | 11-year-old Border Collie The Namesake: His name is Native American for "Friend," and he lives up to it every day. Koda came from an unwanted farm litter at eight weeks old. Despite his heritage, he’d much rather be curled up on the sofa than working a field. He is "selectively brilliant"—we tried agility once, and he performed the trick perfectly. Then, he looked at me as if to say, "I’ve shown you I can do it; there’s no need to do it again." https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/cfa03a68-57d1-4fdf-9b1b-0f7a7214dbaa/Black+and+white+boarder+collie+playing.jpg The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Meet the Pack: The 5 Dogs Who Taught Me Everything - Loki | 11-year-old Border Collie The Sensitive Soul: Loki is your classic pointy-eared, nervous collie. When he arrived at eight weeks, the world—especially traffic—was terrifying to him. After a lot of dedicated counter-conditioning, he’s no longer afraid. In fact, he now spends his days happily racing tractors and quad bikes along the property line (the local farmers love the competition!). Ironically, despite being a farm dog, his first year in a housing estate left him permanently terrified of sheep! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69908c1bc25d323771f9770b/69d95ecf-2fde-4b4d-8d8f-8aedcfddf73f/Black+Patterdale+terrier+cuddles.jpg The Science and Souls Blog | Understanding Your Rescue Pet’s Mind - Meet the Pack: The 5 Dogs Who Taught Me Everything - Mazikeen (Maze) | 9-year-old Patterdale Terrier The "Too Much" Dog: I met Maze while doing work experience at a local rescue. At just ten months old, she had already been through three homes. Everyone said she was "too much," and even an agility trainer turned her down for having too much energy. The day I brought her home, she curled up on the sofa and went to sleep. While her previous owners couldn't keep her in fenced gardens, she now stays within our seven acres by choice. 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