Thinking back to life with a dog, it’s easy to remember how social they can be, always eager to greet anyone who walks through the door. Some owners later wish they had given their dog a companion, someone to share the day with when humans are away.
When a couple relocated from New Mexico to Colorado, they brought their beloved dog Cambria with them, unaware of how much the move would affect her.
Back in their old neighborhood, Cambria had plenty of canine companions and regular playdates. But in their new town, she suddenly found herself without any dog friends. Her parents quickly noticed the shift in her mood.
Cambria’s Sadness Grows Without Her Friends
“We noticed she was getting lonely and wasn’t herself,” Alisha told The Dodo.
Seeing her listless and withdrawn broke their hearts.
They knew she needed companionship, someone who could stay by her side when they were away. With both of them gone most of the day for work, Cambria spent hours waiting in silence.
Her parents realized what she needed wasn’t just toys or walks, it was another dog. So they made a decision that would change everything for her.
On the day they brought a new dog home, Cambria sensed something special was happening. Her tail thumped against the door, and she leapt up to peek through the window.
When her family stepped inside, she could barely hold still. The moment she met Cozy, her new sibling, she lit up.
“She just could not even believe that this was happening,” Alisha said.
Cambria immediately welcomed Cozy with excitement and warmth, and her parents knew they’d made the right choice. The loneliness that had filled their home began to fade.
A New Arrival Brings Back The Joy
In the days that followed, Cambria and Cozy grew inseparable. They chased each other down the hall, wrestled on the floor, and explored every corner together. Watching them, Alisha felt pure happiness.
“But, over the next few days, they blended together so well. And it just felt like we had always had Cozy,” she said.
Cambria’s spark returned. Her tail wagged constantly, her playful spirit fully restored.
Her parents were proud of how easily she accepted Cozy. It was clear the two had become inseparable.
Cambria’s experience highlights how important companionship is for dogs.
Even though they form strong bonds with their humans, having another dog around can fill a gap that people can’t always reach, especially during long hours alone.
Just like humans, dogs benefit from the presence of a peer. It lifts their mood, keeps them active, and gives them someone to share their space with.
Cambria now spends her days playing, resting, and enjoying life with Cozy beside her. Her home is no longer quiet, and her days are filled with movement and affection.