Looking Back, Moving Forward: My Sister's Story

Content Warning: This conversation includes personal experiences with mental health challenges, suicidal ideation, a suicide attempt, alcohol use, and medication use. We encourage listeners to prioritize their well-being and listen at their own comfort level. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available.

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In this episode I'm joined by my sister as she shares her personal mental health journey and the role her first dog played along the way. We talk about the challenges she faced, the support she found through her canine companion, and how becoming involved in the business has helped her grow and find purpose. This is a candid conversation about resilience, gratitude, and the impact that both dogs and community can have on our lives.

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