Christmas is almost here! That means that hundreds of families will be getting a puppy as a gift for the holiday. But before they do, they should really think twice about getting a puppy for Christmas. As a dog mom, let me explain why.  As I sit here writing this post, Archie (my 2 year old puppy) has bombarded himself onto my lap. I am now typing with a 75lb orange pitbull puppy under my arm. Something like this may annoy the average person. But if you’re a true dog person, you know this just comes with the territory of being a puppy owner.  Getting Archie as a Puppy Archie was my C ..read more

Now that fall is finally here, we got a chance to do a great day hike at Bear Mountain State Park with some friends and their dogs. Nothing is stopping my family and I from getting outside. Not even the coronavirus. Keeping things like restaurants and bars closed during the pandemic is understandable because of the close proximity to other people. But hiking is a great way to spend time with friends and maintain distance without having to wear a stupid face mask.  It was humid in Brooklyn and the hottest day yet at 91 degrees, but we’d been inside long enough after the virus and all of ou ..read more

If you love fall as much as we do in this house, you’re probably already thinking about all-things Halloween. Not only are you thinking about your own costumes, but you’re also trying to think of some awesome Halloween costume ideas for your dogs.  After checking my usual places for dog costumes, I felt uninspired. Having two large dogs, it can be hard to find a great costume that actually fits them. Last year I had to take advantage of Archie’s orange fur by ordering him a lion’s mane from Amazon. Together, he and Cali were “Lion & the Lamb”. With another year past, it’s time to thi ..read more

Now that the cool weather is finally here, it’s time to spend more time outside. Why not have your dog look their best with some stylish dog accessories?  Compared to humans, dogs are pretty low maintenance creatures. They need walks, food, and a good place to sleep. But as a dog mom without children, my dogs are my babies, and that means they get treated as such. That means on top of making homemade dog treats and shampoo recipes, they also get the most stylish dog accessories to make all the other dogs jealous. Today I will be going over the top 5 dog accessories that every stylish dog ..read more

In my opinion, fall is the best season of the year. Here in the northeast, the heat and humidity finally break from the summer, and the cool, crip air of fall rolls in. At this time we can finally turn off the air conditioner and open all the windows to let the house air out. Say goodbye to mosquitoes and sunburns and hello to campfires, sweatshirts, and fall activities! But you know what would make pumpkin picking and tailgating even better? If you could do it with your dog! Fortunately, there are many dog friendly activities to do with your dog this fall. Here are 20 ideas to get you started ..read more

For Labor Day weekend this year, we decided to take a roadtrip to The Sunshine State! It’s been a few years since I’ve been to Florida, and this was the first time going with both dogs. It was a 13 hour drive from New Jersey to Jacksonville, where we rented an Airbnb for a few days.  While we were there, I realized how many more dog friendly places there are in Florida compared to where we live! There are dozens of different parks, trails, beaches, and restaurants that all welcome your four legged friends. So instead of getting overwhelmed when looking for things to do with your dog, I’ve ..read more

Opinion: We need more stay at home dog moms! Over the past century, more women have decided to leave the home and joined the workforce. While I’m all for women making careers for themselves, this new standard has often left homemakers feel “less than”. On top of that, choosing to stay at home without children gets even more judgemental headshakes. Just because you don’t bring in a salary doesn’t mean you aren’t a productive member of society! I’m here to tell you that you shouldn’t feel “bad” or “lazy” because you have the desire to stay home and be a homemaker while your partner brings in the ..read more

Do you like to take your dog shopping with you but are never sure which stores are dog friendly? Today I will be showing you 38 different retail, home decor, and hardware stores that will all welcome your dog with open arms. Taking your dog shopping with you is not only fun, but a great way to improve your dog’s socialization skills in new environments. When bringing your dog to any store, make sure they are always leashed, well behaved, and that they go potty before they go inside to prevent any accidents. If your dog is very hyper and doesn’t respect the personal space of strangers, you may ..read more

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