Chai Tian is a dog with a remarkable story—one that continues to unfold.
Her journey isn’t just about where she came from, but about resilience, companionship, and the quiet strength of simply continuing to live.
Chai Tian’s early life was difficult.
She came from a small dog shelter in Beijing, run under challenging conditions by a devoted rescuer. Much of her past is unknown, but from what we’ve learned, she had already experienced more hardship than most dogs her age.
When we first met her in 2017, she was about four years old.
From that moment on, she became part of our lives.
Chai Tian is strong-willed and full of character.
She isn’t interested in balls or most dog toys. Instead, she has always loved one simple duck doll and keeps it close, rarely letting it out of her sight.
She is a practical dog.
She knows commands like sit, lie down, and give paw—but usually only when food is involved.
Gentle by nature, she allows people to take food from her mouth without resistance, but she also has her own boundaries. When something matters to her, she won’t back down easily.
Chubby and sensitive to heat, she prefers cool places in the summer—often resting in air-conditioned rooms or on chilled floors.
She always stays close when we’re eating pizza or grilled meat,
but loses interest the moment it turns into salad.
Over the years, Chai Tian has traveled with us to many places.
She has walked through cities, explored unfamiliar environments, and quietly adapted to different rhythms of life.
She doesn’t rush.
She observes, pauses, and moves at her own pace.
In July 2022, Chai Tian was diagnosed with nasal gland cancer.
At first, it felt overwhelming.
A veterinarian once suggested euthanasia, warning that treatment might only extend her life for a few months.
But we chose a different path.
We decided not to give up on her.
Instead, we focused on helping her live comfortably, without invasive treatments or unnecessary suffering.
Since then, Chai Tian has continued to live in her own way.
She still eats well.
She still enjoys her days.
She still finds comfort in familiar places and simple routines.
She may not be able to walk as far as before,
but she is still here—curious, present, and quietly strong.
Together, we climbed mountains, roamed grasslands, and witnessed rain and snow. When warmth returned, we journeyed to the seaside.
It's now December 12, 2023, two years since the diagnosis. We've traveled far, seen much, and made new friends. Chai Tian remains spirited, joyfully feasting each day.
We know that our time with Chai Tian is limited.
And because of that, every moment matters more.
She has changed the way we see time—not as something to measure, but as something to experience, slowly and fully.
Chai Tian’s story has inspired us to do more.
Through the Chai Tian Community Project, Tactical Geek is committed to giving back—supporting stray animals and small rescue shelters that continue to do meaningful work.
We believe even small efforts can create real change.
That’s why we dedicate a portion of our resources to help improve the lives of animals in need.
We initiated the "Chai Tian Love Donation Project," creating a logo depicting Chai Tian post-illness. Collaborating with a well-known online influencer (@狗娘娘, tentatively on Weibo ，link: https://weibo.com/u/2327601621), we committed to actively supporting stray animal rescue efforts.
Proceeds from Tactical Geek's sales – 1% – will now convert to dog food donations for @狗娘娘's rescue shelter. Whenever possible, we aim to extend our support in other forms.
Chai Tian is still with us.
Her story isn’t over.
And as long as she continues forward,
we will continue alongside her—
sharing her life, her moments, and the quiet meaning she brings to ours.
