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Emotional support dog Ricecake, a fluffy white dog, sitting happily outdoors with tongue out.

Hi, I am
Ricecake, C
akey,
年糕

(she/her)

​I work with Ellis on Ravine Walk sessions to help humans feel safe, grounded, and a little less alone.

I’m a non-licensed but deeply committed emotional support animal. I bring a calming presence, grounded energy, and unconditional love to the spaces I’m part of. My work centers on helping humans feel safe, regulated, and emotionally met—especially when things feel a little too much. While I only communicate through barking, I do so sparingly and intentionally.

I’ve been co-parented by Vivila and Ellis since 2020, after surviving parvovirus as a puppy and multiple rehomings and a close call with . These experiences shaped my strong sense of empathy, and today I live my best life in Richmond Hill—patrolling the ravines, snacking on seasonal fruit, and supporting the humans around me with soft eyes, warm snuggles, and an impeccable sense of the emotional vibe.

My approach is simple: I show up with calm presence, quiet confidence, and gentle curiosity. I don’t bark unless it’s important with my fellow doggy friends and colleagues. I read the room, sense distress, and offer co-regulation through breathing, body warmth, and patient companionship.

I believe healing happens when we feel safe and connected—and I do my part by providing consistent affection, relaxed companionship, and a very soothing snore soundtrack. I also support others by modeling emotional regulation and practicing deep rest (often on your feet).

I’m here to help you breathe, soften, and know you’re not alone.

Who I work with

  • Humans feeling anxious, tense, or overstimulated

  • Folks who need nonverbal company while figuring things out

  • People who aren’t sure how to ask for comfort—but still need it

  • Kids, teens, and grownups going through big transitions

  • Dog lovers, dog skeptics, and cat-identifying humans alike

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