What is The Poppy Effect?
The Poppy Effect is what I’ve come to call the quiet but powerful change Poppy brought into my life. I wasn’t sure at first — I’d been through a lot, and the idea of taking on an old dog made me hesitate. But from the moment she arrived, something shifted.
What started with apprehension turned into something unexpected: I fell completely in love with her. And more than that, I felt a deep sense of gratitude — for her calm, her presence, and the way she helped me find a bit of peace I didn’t know I was missing.
I wanted to share that experience. So if you’re thinking about adopting — especially an older dog — maybe our story will help.
That’s how The Poppy Effect was born.
Who is Poppy?
Poppy is a 13-year-old Springer Spaniel who came into my life in November 2023 after her previous owner could no longer care for her.
She’s old, set in her ways, doesn’t do tricks, and certainly doesn’t aim to impress — but none of that matters.
She brings calm, presence, and a kind of quiet wisdom that’s hard to put into words.
She’s completely stolen my heart — and maybe, just maybe, she’ll steal yours too.