How My Husky Turned the Underground into a Place of Wonder (2 of 2)

Once we board the train, things get even more interesting. People soften. You can almost see their stress levels drop the moment they spot him. Commuters who moments ago looked like they’d barely survived Monday morning suddenly lean in with a smile. Some ask to pet him. Others just grin and whisper to their seatmates. Atlas handles it all with grace—nuzzling one hand, resting beside another passenger’s boots, offering quiet companionship in the middle of a packed carriage.

He’s become a bit of a regular. One woman told me she changes cars when she spots us, just to ride with him. “He makes the trip feel lighter,” she said. I get it. He makes mine feel that way, too.

Navigating the Underground with a dog isn’t always seamless. Escalators can be tricky—he’s not a fan—so we take the stairs or wait for the lift. Sometimes the crowd is too dense, and we step aside to let the rush pass. But in these moments, there’s a rhythm we’ve built. He trusts me to lead; I trust him to follow. Our routine becomes a dance, one paw and one foot at a time.

What started as a simple commute has turned into something much more meaningful. These train rides have become small adventures—opportunities to teach, to adapt, to connect. Atlas learns the ways of the city, and I learn how to see the city through his eyes. A place that once felt like a blur of deadlines and delays now feels like a treasure hunt for joy in unexpected corners.

Every station we pass, every interaction we share, adds to the bond between us. When we finally arrive at our stop and step out into the sunlight, I realize we’ve gained more than just miles. We’ve collected moments. Smiles. New stories.

So if you ever find yourself on the Northern Line and spot a husky watching the world with quiet fascination—come say hello. You’ll see, just like I have, that even the greyest underground tunnel holds the potential for something warm, surprising, and unforgettable.

Because with the right companion by your side, even the daily commute becomes a journey worth wagging about.