Episode 4 - Paws, Please: A Neurodivergent Raising a Puppy

In this candid and chaotic episode, Lois and Ian dive into the unpredictable world of raising a puppy, while navigating life as neurodivergent adults. From chewed-up clickers and crate battles to sensory overload and stubborn cats, Paws, Please explores what happens when your service animal-in-training turns out to have ADHD energy of her own.

Key themes include:

• How neurodivergent thinking influences pet parenting

• The unexpected challenges of training a support animal

• Cat vs. puppy drama and household sensory dynamics

• Lessons in routine, patience, and self-regulation (for everyone)

• The parallels between raising a dog and navigating your own needs

Whether you’re a fellow Neurodivergent pet parent, a lover of animals, or just here for the laughs, this episode is a reminder that growth is messy, and sometimes covered in fur.