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Dream Dictionary

Dogs

When dogs appear in your dreams, they often symbolize loyalty, companionship, and protection. They can represent your relationships with others, particularly those that are close and meaningful. The presence of a dog in your dream may be urging you to examine the bonds you have with friends, family, or even yourself. It can also highlight your instincts and intuition, suggesting that you should trust your gut feelings in navigating your waking life. This symbol calls for reflection on your connections and the level of trust you place in those around you.

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Dogs in dreams can have varied interpretations based on their behavior and your feelings towards them. For instance, a friendly dog may signify a strong support system or a positive relationship, while an aggressive dog could indicate feelings of betrayal or fear of abandonment. Additionally, dogs can represent your inner child, urging you to reconnect with your playful side or address unresolved issues from your past. The nuances of your relationship with dogs in waking life can also influence their meaning in dreams, so it’s important to consider your personal experiences and emotions related to them.

Common Dream Scenarios Involving Dogs

Friendly Dog Encounter
Dreaming of a friendly dog often reflects a sense of security and support in your life. This scenario suggests that you have a strong network of friends or family who are there for you. It may also indicate that you are in a phase of your life where you feel comfortable and accepted, encouraging you to nurture these relationships further.

Aggressive Dog Chase
If you find yourself being chased by an aggressive dog, this dream may reveal underlying fears or anxieties. It can signify feelings of being threatened in your waking life, whether by a person, situation, or even your own emotions.

Lost Dog
Dreaming of a lost dog symbolizes feelings of abandonment or insecurity. It may reflect a fear of losing someone important or a part of yourself. This dream encourages you to explore what you might be neglecting in your life, whether it’s a relationship, a passion, or your own well-being.

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Common Reasons and Triggers for Dog Dreams

Relationship Dynamics
Your current relationships can trigger dog dreams, especially if you are experiencing changes or challenges. If you’ve recently faced conflict with a friend or loved one, your subconscious may be processing these feelings through dog imagery, prompting you to evaluate the loyalty and trust in your connections.

Personal Loyalty and Trust Issues
If you are grappling with issues of loyalty, either in yourself or others, this can manifest as dog dreams. You might be questioning who you can trust or feeling uncertain about your own commitments. This symbol serves as a reminder to reflect on your values and the importance of trust in your life.

Nostalgia and Childhood Memories
Dogs often evoke feelings of nostalgia, especially if you had a beloved pet growing up. Dreams about dogs can be triggered by memories of your childhood or a longing for simpler times. This can indicate a desire to reconnect with your inner child and explore the joys and innocence of your past.

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DreamyBot Updates & Notices

April 17, 2025
A Big Update: What’s next for DreamyBot

Hi dreamers,

I have an update for you
 and it’s a big one!

DreamyBot is officially becoming a real app. Both for iOS and Android. Thoughtfully designed by me, and based entirely on what so many of you have asked for. You can take a look and pre-order now for early access this summer.

I’ll be honest, asking you to pay for something you’ve been using for free feels a little weird. Maybe you're feeling that too? But this shift isn’t about “monetizing.” It’s about choosing to keep going and to grow DreamyBot into something more useful, functional, and meaningful. Both for you and for the long term of this project. It's important to me to preserve the unique space we’ve created here.

So here’s what’s coming:

  • A completely new and improved DreamyBot app
  • Dream memory (!!), so it actually remembers your past dreams and conversations to help you make connections, identify recurring patterns, beliefs and more.
  • A place to log your dreams, revisit them and all your past discussions.
  • Your own evolving dream dictionary with symbol tracking (this is VERY cool)
  • Summarized dream analysis, reflection questions and journal prompts, and dream guidance/advice you can revisit at any time.
  • Our most advanced model, exclusive to app users

And honestly, so many more ideas I’m excited to build.

If DreamyBot has helped you at all, I hope you’ll consider pre-ordering the app. There is special pricing for pre-order right now, where you can lock in the lowest annual price I can offer.

As always, I would never create anything I wouldn’t genuinely love to use myself. And I’m really proud of what’s coming and so grateful to share it with you now. Thank you!

Sweet dreams,
Rebecca (DreamyBot founder + creator) 🌙  |  Write to Me

PS. The free version of DreamyBot isn’t going anywhere. This is simply something more for those who want it. And if I do say so myself...it's really worth it.

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March 21, 2025
March Update :)

Hi dreamers,

Hope you're doing well! It's a cold, gray day here in Boston, and my dreams last night matched the mood đŸŒ§ïž.

On the bright side, things are moving steadily behind the scenes with our app development. I don’t want to give away too much just yet, but if you’re a regular on DreamyBot, you’re going to love what’s coming in the next couple of months. Everything you’ve been asking for and then some. ❀

If you leave frequent reviews or have supported this project with a coffee, thank you. I read every single one, and as we get closer to launch, I just might have a little surprise for you. Stay tuned. 😊

Sweet dreams,
Rebecca (DreamyBot founder + creator) 🌙

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February 13, 2025
Response Glitch Fixed :)

Hi dreamers,

I believe we figured out what was causing that response glitch and implemented a fix! Apologies for the inconvenience. We've recently made big updates to our model so DreamyBot may have a few growing pains over the next week or so as we refine. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Sweet dreams,
Rebecca (DreamyBot founder + creator) 🌙  |  Write to Me

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