I had a busy month ahead of me, with a lot of work commitments and personal responsibilities to juggle. My dog, a small terrier mix, was usually a big part of my daily routine, but I found myself getting caught up in everything else going on and not paying as much attention to her as I normally would.

One day, I realized that I hadn't put my dog's collar on her in over a week. I had been so focused on everything else that it had completely slipped my mind. I immediately felt guilty and concerned that I had neglected my responsibilities as a pet owner.

I quickly put her dog collar on and made a mental note to be more mindful of her needs going forward. I also made sure to set aside some dedicated time for her each day, whether it was going for a walk or just playing with her in the backyard.