Hi, I’m Jill.
For more than 20 years, I’ve volunteered with animal rescues and shelters, caring for dogs who were scared, overlooked, misunderstood, or simply waiting for someone to give them a chance.
Over the years, I’ve seen how overwhelming life with a dog can sometimes feel. Behavior issues, financial stress, housing changes, or the challenges that come with an aging dog can leave even the most loving owner unsure of what to do next.
That’s why I created Planning with Pooches.
I wanted to build a place where dog owners could find honest information, practical resources, and support without feeling judged. Because loving your dog doesn’t mean you’ll always know what to do. Sometimes you just need a little guidance and a plan that works in real life.
I believe adopting a dog is a commitment, not an experiment. But I also know that commitment can be hard. One of my own dogs taught me just how much patience, sacrifice, and determination it can take—and why standing by them matters so much.
My hope is to help people work through problems before they reach a breaking point and give more dogs the chance to stay with the families they already know and trust.
If you’re struggling, it doesn’t mean you’re a bad dog owner. It means you’re human—and you don’t have to figure everything out alone.
If you would like to contact me, you can reach me at jlynnpursell@gmail.com.