Having your own dog takes a lot of time. Through dog sharing, Olivia enables her daughter to spend time with dogs without committing to several walks every day.

This way, daughter Cleo learns how to interact with animals. At the same time, the dog’s owner is happy to occasionally have a day off from walking.

Fiene is part of the family — for a while

For about one to two years now, the dog Fiene has been a regular part of Olivia’s and Cleo’s lives. Five‑year‑old Cleo describes herself as a real dog lover — because she loves animals, especially dogs.

Through Happy Puppy, Olivia and Cleo can regularly spend time with Fiene without taking on the full responsibility of owning a dog. For them, it’s the perfect balance: live their love for animals while giving the owner a little relief.

Joy of dogs — without daily obligation

Olivia appreciates that, thanks to dog sharing, Fiene not only gets her outdoors more often but also gives a realistic impression of how much work a dog truly is. “I’m not sure I’d be the type to go 45 minutes through the woods with an active young dog every day in all weather before work. This way I enjoy the benefits without the daily obligation,” she says.

That’s the big advantage of Happy Puppy: dog owners get support in everyday life, and dog borrowers can flexibly spend time with a dog — without a permanent commitment.

A special ritual

Besides walks, there are also small, cherished rituals that connect child and dog. Olivia smiles: “My daughter always comes to me when I blow‑dry my hair. She sits in front of my feet and wants to be blow‑dried too. Fiene has picked that up. So now I often have child and dog sitting side by side, both enjoying the warm air and relaxing. It’s almost become a little family ritual.”

A win for everyone

For Olivia and Cleo, Happy Puppy is a valuable experience: Cleo learns to care for an animal with love and responsibility, Olivia gets a small break from daily life, and Fiene benefits from extra attention and exercise. The owner is happy about the support as well.

Dog sharing shows once again how people and animals can both benefit — with heart, flexibility and lots of joy in shared experiences.

There are already many dog owners and dog borrowers in your area. Download the Happy Puppy app or visit our website: happy-puppy.app

February 16, 2025