Tiny Dogs, Big Lessons: Twin Flames and Tiny Paws
Dog Flame? Finding True Love Through Small Dogs — Tales of Twin Teddy”
I’m new to the Chihuahua dog game. Growing up, I had big, ferocious dogs — real tough guys. Coming from Washington, DC, where having a small dog got you made fun of, I wasn’t prepared to fall for a little furball. But here we are. Funny how things change. Turns out, small dogs like Pintoe (right, looking at the photo) and Hilo (left) have taught me more about love, ego, and twin flames than I ever thought possible.
Years of owning big dogs didn’t exactly prepare me to love a Chihuahua, just like the way I was raised didn’t prepare me for manhood, fatherhood, or being a good husband. I mean, I wasn’t ready. Where I come from, if you had a small dog, your manhood got questioned — crazy, right? My ego was wrapped up in the idea that real men had big dogs, not these little purse-sized pups. How insecure was I?
But then came Pintoe. My flame had just lost her two small dogs, and the opportunity to get a Chihuahua came along. At first, I wasn’t sure, but for my twin flame, I jumped on it. Little did I know, Pintoe would teach me more than any big dog ever did.
From Big to Small — The Learning Curve
Owning a Chihuahua is an adjustment, let me tell you. I had to learn a few things. First off, Pintoe’s scared of his shadow — literally. Big dogs jump on the couch or the bed without a second thought or any need for help. Pintoe? He needs to be lifted like a royal prince. The guy won’t even hop up without you gracefully picking him up and placing him in the correct spot.
Feeding time? Big dogs are like garbage disposals — at least the ones I’ve grown up with, happy to eat whatever scraps you give them. Not Pintoe. This little guy is a picky eater, only accepting high-protein, low-fat table food. I swear, I’ve met people less particular about their meals.
What I didn’t realize was that learning to love this little guy was also teaching me how to love myself better. It made me a better partner, too. My wife and I are empty nesters now, and let me tell you, finding new purpose when the kids are gone can be tricky. Pintoe stepped into that space, helping us rediscover love and care in new ways.
Enter Hilo: The Dog Flame Duo Begins
Since Pintoe was getting a little anxious and clingy (Chihuahuas are known for being super attached), we decided to add another pup to the mix: Hilo. Now, Hilo is Pintoe’s opposite in every way. He’s rambunctious, full of energy, and has the personality of a big dog trapped in a tiny body.
The beginning was a little rough. Pintoe wasn’t used to other dogs, especially this high-energy, “ready to rumble” pup. It felt like twin flame chaos — two opposite energies trying to coexist. But over time, they learned from each other. Now, they’re best friends.
The Great Dog Ego Death
Watching Pintoe, it got me thinking — was he going through some sort of “dog ego death”? He started off shy, scared, and reluctant to engage. But over time, he’s been taking on Hilo’s personality. Now Pintoe has more energy, more confidence — he’s even acting like a big dog in a small dog’s body.
Meanwhile, Hilo, the more aggressive, masculine energy of the two, started to soften. This is a dog who hated cuddling at first. He didn’t crave affection, and you had to physically place him in your lap if you wanted any snuggle time. But after hanging out with Pintoe, Hilo’s changed. He’s started to come over, sit on our laps, and even nudge us for pets.
Did Pintoe bring out Hilo’s softer, more affectionate side? It’s like their energies balanced each other out — classic twin flame stuff, right?
Now, three months later, these two can’t be without each other. They’ve reached their own version of a “harmonious union” — just like twin flames, they balance each other out. The once-anxious, shy Pintoe has become more assertive, and Hilo’s finally tapping into his softer side.
Twin Flames in Dog Form?
It’s funny how watching their journey mirrors our own twin flame paths. In relationships, sometimes we’re the runner, sometimes the chaser, but in the end, it’s all about finding balance and unconditional love.
So, do dogs have twin flames? Maybe. All I know is this: watching Pintoe and Hilo find their way through their differences reminded me how far I’ve come on my own journey. Whether it’s dogs or people, the energy we project reflects who we are and helps us grow. Learning to love a small dog taught me how to be more patient, more open, and yes, more vulnerable to write this article :-).
In the end, it doesn’t matter if it’s a Chihuahua or a person — love is love, and growth is growth. Sometimes, we find ourselves through the smallest things.
