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Fall reading is, in my opinion, the best reading. While summer gets all the hype (I mean, sure, reading at the beach is lovely), with fall reading you get a crackling fire, a steaming mug of tea, warm blankets, fuzzy socks, and a pile of pets who want nothing more than to snuggle as you …
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! * insert all the leaf emojis and PSLs! * The air feels crisp. Everything smells like apple and pumpkin and bonfire. School busses putter down the street picking up kiddos with fresh haircuts and still-clean shoes. Cooper loves his long walks in the crunchy leaves, and it …
It’s that time of year again! Time to curl up by a crackling fire. Pour yourself a warm cup of tea (or glass of wine). Pull a dog or cat onto your lap. And settle into a good book. Ahhh, I love fall reading! When I think of seasonal reading, summer is always for light …
Ahhhhh, summer reading! Is there anything more delightful than lounging outside on a beautiful summer evening with a good book in hand? If there is, I haven’t found it yet! This year, we’re emerging from a particularly rough time, and I wanted to focus on books that add a lot of value. For the first …
Ah, fall reading! While I love reading in all seasons, of course, there’s something magical about fall reading. For one thing, fall brings us lots of new books! But, even better than a new book? Pairing that new book with a fireside snuggle session with your furry friends, a cup of tea or glass of …
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Happy holidays, friends! I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving! Our hearts and bellies are full around here! As our attention turns away from feasting and toward giving, I wanted to round up some recommendations this year that reflect where I am in this season. I tried to find a balance of prices (all on …
Welcome to fall! The most wonderful time of the year! Today I’m sharing some of my top picks for dog mom style… think warm and comfy and also practical. OhMyDogBlog.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees …
How do you decide which books to buy versus which to borrow from the library? If you know me, you know I want All. The. Books. But that’s not practical or affordable, so I look at library books as novels or quick reads that I likely won’t reference again, and I buy books I plan …
At an event many years ago, I chatted with someone who was a pretty pet-savvy person. We talked about dog food, and I mentioned adding fresh veggies–carrots, beans, peas, etc.–to the boys’ food. She looked aghast. “I don’t feed my dogs people food,” she said. “I don’t want to turn them into beggars.” OK, the …
What do Kentucky bluegrass, molasses, spinach, cherries, food coloring, and mice have in common? How about dog poop, subscription boxes, and cornstarch? Stick with me for a minute… promise, this is going somewhere… This site uses affiliate links, which means that I may make a small commission on products purchased through links clicked on this …
Plants provide a tremendous service: Not only are they super pretty, but they keep your home’s air fresh and clean! And if you have pets, you know how icky our inside air can get! However, they can also be pretty easy to kill, which sucks. I used to feel bad when a plant in my …
Since this site started in the summer of 2009, we’ve been fortunate to receive gobs of pet products to consider for review and giveaway. Tons never make it to the site in the first place. Those that do are ones we assimilate into our lives and, I believe, are valuable. But not all have stood …
Mamas, you are amazing. Whether you’re raising a dog, a cat, a kid (goat or human), a ferret, a bunny, or a tankful of fish, you’re a hero to your charges–even if, sometimes, it can feel like they take you for granted. You’re doing an amazing job! I see you and see the feats you …
Did you know: Every year, Pantone–“the world-renowned authority on color”–names the color of the year! This year, I was super stoked to see the color experts name Ultra Violet the 2018 color of the year. Obviously, right? We’ve already decided our sweet Violet’s super hero name is (obviously) Ultra Violet! But, you’ll see the color …
Shipping dates for Christmas delivery are passing us by… though my inbox is jammed full of “last-minute gift ideas” for pet parents, all of which can be rush-shipped to be under the tree by the 25th! I don’t know about you guys, but with all the shopping, shopping, shopping this time of year, I start …
Happy Holidays! I hope you had a nice Thanksgiving filled with lots of love, laughter, and–of course–food! It seems like no sooner are the leftovers packed up that we shift to the December holidays. This year, I’m trying to stay mindful of my goal to simplify, to protect my time. In that vein, when I …
We’ve been reading a ton of children’s literature around here. Since Violet came home, books have been part of her daily life. I love finding animal-themed books that teach about compassion and kindness, and by now, I think we’ve checked out nearly every dog-related book at our public library–some wonderful titles, some not-so-wonderful. So, when …
Cue the music: “These are a few of my favorite things!” This might just be my very favorite gift guide roundup ever! And I’ve done a lot of these! We’ve got gifts that gift back, gifts that sparkle, and gifts that are nearly too cute for words! I saved these for the last day becasue …
Welcome to Day 2 of the 2016 OMD Holiday Gift Guide! This year, we’ve brought you the best of the best! Today’s guide is all about the best books for pet lovers! Y’all know I’m book-obsessed. I jump at any opportunity to review books. This year’s book roundup is extra special because two of the …
This is Emmett: Emmett is my heart. He is my best friend, and I will do just about anything to make sure he’s living his best, happiest life. At 13, I consider Emmett to be well… all things considered. At 13, Emmett has hypothyroidism. He has liver problems. He has arthritis and some neuro issues …
Sure, today’s the official first day of summer, but it’s been hot and humid around here for weeks. I do love this day, though, because here in Indiana we’re at the western most point of the eastern timezone. That means, on this longest day of the year, it’s light well past 10 PM! (Although… I …
Emmett is an easy dog. He either loves or ignores everything. There’s no middle ground for him. He loves going to the vet. He ignores all the other animals in the lobby in favor of wooing the people… and begging for treats from the receptionist. He loves going to PetSmart. He ignores the dozen greyhounds …
Last fall, John and I signed up to do a wellness program that emphasized whole and holistic foods. It cut–for 30 days–anything processed or refined. By day three, I had terrible headaches and I was irritable. John felt nauseated. It passed, of course, but it definitely proved how we’ve come to rely on sugary, unhealthy …
