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Meet Taggart Atwood — Proof That One Dog Can Change Everything. Some volunteers arrive with a skillset. Others arrive with a story. And then there are volunteers like Taggart Atwood, whose journey with Doodle Dandy Rescue began with a single dog who opened her heart and reshaped her purpose.

One of the most rewarding parts of rescue is watching a scared dog slowly begin to trust the world again. A dog who once hid in corners starts wagging their tail. A pup too nervous to walk through a doorway suddenly gets the zoomies in the backyard. A dog who avoided eye contact begins leaning into pets and asking for affection. Here are some ways you can help build your rescue dog’s confidence and support them as they adjust to their new life.

At Doodle Dandy Rescue, many volunteers start with a single “yes” — and before long, that yes grows into something life-changing. For Cadence Landry, what began as a foster experience quickly turned into a deep passion for rescue, community, and making a difference for dogs in need. Today, Cadence plays a vital role in the Houston region, bringing energy, heart, and connection to everything she does.