Our first Good Dog of the New Year hails from Austin, Texas. Marlow and his human Ashlee had a trickier start to their relationship than most. Their story touched our hearts, and we hope it does the same for you.

Ron Davis and his partner Jamie Campbell found the newest members of their family, while in Baja California a little over a year ago. Though they weren’t looking to add more animals to their lives at the time, the universe had a whole different plan waiting for them across the border.

Thanksgiving is right around the corner. You probably have your menu and seating arrangements planned, but have you thought about how you’re going to work off what you gobble? What about your dog? Have you reserved time in the day to exercise your BFF?