As a dog mom to a cuddly but curious American Bully mix, I knew early on that setting clear boundaries between her and the baby’s things would be key. She’s used to having full run of the house, cuddling in every room, and investigating every box that comes through the door. So when baby prep […]
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As a dog mom and mom-to-be, one of my first wake-up calls in pregnancy was just how drained I felt — especially in the first trimester. Between the naps, nausea, and early aches, I suddenly couldn’t keep up with our usual high-energy outings and playtimes. My dog, a 4-year-old American Bully mix with some reactivity,
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As a dog mom and mom-to-be, one of my biggest worries was how my pup would react to baby cries, squeals, and sudden sounds. My girl is sweet, but like many dogs, she’s sensitive to loud or high-pitched noises. She startles easily and has some reactivity — so I knew I couldn’t wait until we
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How I’m Teaching My Dog to Be More Independent Before the Baby Comes Let’s be honest: I love that my dog is obsessed with me. He’s my little shadow—follows me into every room, curls up next to me while I work, and watches the bathroom door like I’ve gone to war. But as my due
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Pregnant with a Dog at Home? Here’s How I’m Managing It All Pregnancy is beautiful—but also exhausting, overwhelming, and full of surprises. Add a wiggly, attention-loving dog to the mix? Some days feel like a circus. As a first-time mom-to-be and full-time dog mom, I’ve learned (sometimes the hard way) how to balance pregnancy symptoms
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Expecting a baby and already a dog mom? Here’s how I’m preparing my dog for life with a newborn — from routines to baby gear and scent training tips. Preparing Your Dog for a New Baby: What I’m Doing Before Baby Arrives As a soon-to-be first-time mom and proud dog mama, I’ve spent just as
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