The Lonely Canine Owner: When Shame and Embarrassment Trump Love and Loyalty As I sat down to write about Dogs Anonymous, an online support group for people struggling with their dogs' behavioral issues, a disturbing thought crept into my mind.
What if we're not just talking about difficult dogs here? What if we're actually discussing the breakdown of our relationship with these creatures, and with ourselves?
The story behind Dogs Anonymous is one of empathy and understanding, but also of a deeper societal problem: the pressure to be perfect dog owners.