Hi, I’m Karyn — Maxx’s Mom.

This space began as a love letter to life with dogs — the muddy paws, the soulful eyes, the early morning zoomies that feel like meditation. I’ve spent over 18 years caring for my pack, and each chapter of that journey has shaped who I am. These days, you’ll find me on YouTube sharing slices of our everyday life: the quiet joys, the healing routines, the playful chaos, and the lessons in between.

At the heart of it all is Maxx (my soulful sidekick), Roxxie (the bold adventurer), and Sisi (our little wise one). Together, we navigate wellness, grief, joy, and everything in between. My biggest mission? To contribute to the end of animal cruelty — by living gently, advocating boldly, and caring deeply.

On this blog, you’ll find:

• Tips from nearly two decades of dog parenting

• Easy recipes I’m trying (and tweaking!)

• Skincare favorites (from someone who’s been fighting acne since age 11)

• Honest wellness routines that nourish both body and spirit

• Dog care essentials and rituals from my pack to yours

I wear a few hats — journalist, children’s lit scholar, and classically trained opera singer — and they all play a part in how I show up here. For more bookish, mystical musings, you can also visit my sister brand, Cozy Cosy, where I dive into folklore, storytelling, and magic.

Want to follow along more closely?
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With love and gratitude,
Karyn (and the pack)