Oh My Dog!

19/07/2025

Are any of you using Substack? I'm enjoying the platform a lot... sadly, more than FB these days. I'm keeping mine free, and if you want to see what types of things I'm writing, or if you'd like me to follow yours, check out the link in the comments!

11/07/2025

As a family, we rarely use Amazon. Certainly never for books and usually only if it's for something super on sale that we were already going to buy or can't find locally. So, this year, as in most years, we didn't plan to buy anything on these Prime days. That said, I just spotted this, which has been on my wish list for ages. I'm hesitating though... Do any of you have one of these? How does it work on couch covers? Does it get up bully stick spots or puppy accidents on carpet?

(affiliate link)

Not every pet mess calls for a full-size carpet cleaning machine. Use BISSELL® Little Green® portable upholstery and carpet cleaner to spray, scrub and lift away those smaller messes, like dirt and stains, from all types of surfaces. It has powerful suction to easily remove dirty paw prints from ....

07/07/2025

We recently had a frightening incident when Stola got out of our backyard. Read the story here and the lost pet prevention tips we're doubling down on after our scary experience.

July is National Lost Pet Prevention month. Here's what happened to us recently (yikes!) and tips to keep your pet safe.

06/07/2025

Yep. 💖

Yep!

23/06/2025

A puppy update...

Two weeks of rest. Two weeks of rest. Two weeks of rest. Two weeks of rest. There’s no way to say it to make it sound any better. Or easier. But, that was the verdict after a series of trips to the vet, X-rays, and a whole host of–as it turns out, unrelated–additional test, like …

11/06/2025

Literally me. ☺️ Every single day. I write about dogs, cats, and the human-animal bond as my job?!?

Seems so unreal, but I sure am grateful this is my life!

18/05/2025

Hey, friends! Happy weekend! I wanted to drop a quick note to share with HUGE excitement that my book (out in September!) is now available to add on Goodreads to your "Want to Read" list. Yippee! If you are a Goodreads user and have a spare second, it would mean the world to me if you added it to YOUR list: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/230221661-for-the-love-of-dog

Thank you! :) I can't wait for this book to get in hands!!

14/04/2025

Time flies! Stola has been with us for three months now! I have an update on how she's doing, along with how Penny is settling into a puppy in the house. (Spoiler: Penny is SO happy to have a sister.)

The link is in the comments because I've learned that this platform doesn't want to show links that send you off site, so I'm trying it out this way for a while. I hope it isn't too much trouble!!

24/02/2025

Important news to keep on your radar, pet friends:

The Trump administration’s sweeping federal layoffs have crippled key agencies responsible for tracking animal diseases, regulating veterinary drugs, and ensuring food safety. Among the hardest-hit programs are the National Animal Health Laboratory Network (NAHLN) at the USDA and the Center for Ve...

19/02/2025

My, how time flies! One month with silly Stola!

The first month with this sweet little pittie rescue, Stola.

29/01/2025

Two quick things: 1. I have a new Substack posted today all about how if puppies weren't SO cute, no one would want one. 😂 Check it out here: https://maggiemarton.substack.com/p/there-is-a-reason-puppies-are-so

And, 2. If you happen to find yourself with a puppy, I have found the BEST bone alternatives that actually last. These have been amazing for this adorable little piranha: https://amzn.to/3Cxv2LZ. (affiliate link)

Now I'm off to the car repair shop to pick up my van after they had to replace two seat belts, STOLA.

27/01/2025

I'm always a little scared to post about feeding or nutrition on the internet because, whoooo boy, have I gotten some strong comments over the years.😝

However, this is the method that has worked for us since we transitioned Emmett and Lucas off of SD way back in 2008. So, I thought it might be helpful to someone else. Link in the comments!