Our Story
My name is Bailey.
Today, I’m somewhere between 10 and 12 years old—but my journey began long before I ever knew love or safety. In 2018, I was found in Moreno Valley, California—scared, injured, and emotionally shattered. I had road rash from being dragged and had been locked in a crate and beaten. I panicked so badly in kennels that people thought I was having heart attacks. A kind woman tried to adopt me, but my trauma was too overwhelming. Then I met my mom and dad. When I first came home, I cried all night. I didn’t trust anyone. I guarded food, toys, and space. I bit when I was afraid. I fought with the other dogs. My mom and dad were injured more than once just trying to protect me— but they never gave up on me. Trainers told them I was too damaged to be saved. But my family chose hope over fear. They studied dog behavior, PTSD, and healing—and together, we worked through it all. Today, I know what love feels like. I can play. I can share. I can trust. And my story didn’t just change my life—it inspired something bigger. People began asking my mom for help with their own dogs, and she realized how many others were silently struggling. That’s how Peaceful Coexistence was born
Inspired by this need, Peaceful Coexistence was established in early 2024 with a mission to tackle dog behavior issues and resource insecurity. We began by offering free dog training sessions in the community park but quickly realized the need for comprehensive education on dog care, breeding prevention, and effective training techniques.
Our dog education events quickly evolved into a vital resource for the community.
Recognizing the financial hardships faced by many pet owners, we started providing essential care items, dog food, and a Parvo vaccine fund. Our commitment to promoting health and well-being led us to fund full vaccination sets for pet owners in need. In 2024, we proudly became a 501(c)(3) animal welfare and public charity. It could not have happened without the incredible team that came together to support the mission. Our board members Jan, Lara, Mary, Michelle & Thalia, the founding board that took an idea and turned it into a reality and resource.
The impact made through this effort within the community has been profound!
We have significantly addressed dog behavior issues and supported pet owners in need, helping them keep their dogs rather than rehome them. Through effective communication and training, we have taught dog owners to build positive relationships with their pets. In December 2024, we expanded our reach by piloting our program in Brush and booking our first virtual training session for pet owners outside our service area.
As we move into 2025, we aim to further expand our services to include spay and neuter programs to prevent unwanted litters. We hope to collaborate with local humane societies and rescues to provide training for adopted and fostered dogs. Our vision is to inspire similar initiatives in other communities.
Dogs are sentient beings with thoughts, feelings, and inherent needs. We believe that providing resources for their proper care and educating their human companions should be a societal standard, regardless of socio-economic status. Together, we can create a world where dogs and humans coexist peacefully and thrive.
Free Dog Training
Imagine a world where dog training is as commonplace as drivers’ education. A world where this essential education, for both the owner and the dog, is easily accessible regardless of socio-economic status. Basic The opportunity to learn effective training and behavioral understanding is something every dog owner should have.
Owner Resources
We provide for dog owners facing a financial hardship, in need of support to prevent rehoming, abandonment resorting to abuse or neglect.
Dog food
Vaccinations
Dog training
Essential Care Items
Owner and Community Education
