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Navigating Dog Ownership During Autistic Burnout
This blog post offers guidance for autistic dog owners on navigating the challenges of dog care during autistic burnout. Autistic burnout is a state of chronic exhaustion and decreased function due to prolonged stress, often resulting from masking autistic traits, sensory overload, and social expectations. Burnout affects various aspects of dog ownership, including physical energy, tolerance for interruptions, and sensory sensitivity, making routine tasks like feeding, walking, and training difficult to manage…