Maggie Marton

Indianapolis

Writer and Editor at Freelance

🩷 Mama, writer, dog lover, cat lady, cancer thriver 🐶 For the Love of Dog (Regalo Press) Feb 2025 📚 Repped by @lanahancole at The Seymour Agency

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Articles

Simple Dog Training Habits That Actually Work

1 week ago | ohmydogblog.com | Maggie Marton

When it comes to dog training, it’s easy to over-complicate things. You might feel like you need big chunks of time, all the tools, and a prepared training plan just to get started–but the truth is, real progress usually comes from small, steady habits. Today, I’m sharing a few simple dog training habits that have made a real difference for us. My life is already so super chaotic, so these strategies won’t overwhelm you or burn you out (or your dog, for that matter).
Is the Litter-Robot 4 Worth It? A Detailed Hands-On Review

3 weeks ago | petful.com | Maggie Marton

For many cat owners, litter box maintenance is the bane of their daily routine. In fact, for lots of cat lovers, the litter box is the main reason they don’t bring a cat into their home. Can an automatic litter box solve those problems and maybe even get more cats into more homes? The Litter-Robot 4 is a premium, self-cleaning litter box designed for convenience and hygiene–something all cat owners want. But is it worth the price tag?
The State of the Pet Industry 2025

3 weeks ago | ohmydogblog.com | Maggie Marton

There’s a lot we all disagree on these days, but I think the one thing everyone can agree on is this: The economy is weird right now. I don’t know anyone who isn’t stressed about the rising cost of food or concerned about the disruptions to manufacturing. Or the million other new things to be worried about each day. But, as pet lovers, we’re operating in an interesting economic space with two diametrically opposed impacts, which I want to explore in this post.
You get the dog you get for a reason

1 month ago | ohmydogblog.com | Maggie Marton

Last week, during her school’s spring break, Violet and I visited my parents. We also took a Legoland detour, which was amazing, but anyway. At one point during our trip, after John had called to say that Stola shredded his pillow, my mom laughed. “It is so funny,” she chuckled, “to watch you with a dog who is such a struggle!” From the outside, Emmett, Lucas, Cooper, and even fosters and dog-sitting friends, were all super well-trained.
Dog CPR: Step-by-Step

1 month ago | petful.com | Maggie Marton

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Help! My Cat Hates My Dog!

2 months ago | ohmydogblog.com | Maggie Marton

Ripley hates Stola. Like, really hates her. To be fair, she hated Penny when Penny was new, too. But this is a whole different level. Antagonistic and kind of aggressive. So, today, I’m examining why it’s so different and sharing what we’re going to do about it. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Portrayed as adversaries in popular media, you know the trope: Dogs are always chasing cats. Cats are always swatting dogs. But is this real life or just cartoons? Probably both.
My Heart Wants Spring

Feb 3, 2025 | ohmydogblog.com | Maggie Marton

Does yours? I’m over winter. This feeling usually hits me around the second week of February each year so I guess I’m ahead of schedule. I sure hope spring is, too. (Yes, yes, the dang groundhog, but is he ever right?)Over it. Because I spent the morning dreaming of nicer weather and lots of time outdoors, I started to revisit older blog posts about preparing for spring.
Rotational Feeding for Dogs: How, what, and why we feed on rotation

Jan 27, 2025 | ohmydogblog.com | Maggie Marton

I’m always hesitant to write about food or nutrition because the internet has some STRONG ideas about these topics, but when it comes to rotational feeding for dogs, we’ve had enormous success for many years. And, a recent question on Facebook (thanks, Kerri!) reminded me that our experience might be helpful to someone else. So, with that said, please remember that I’m not a vet, a vet tech, a nutritionist, a doctor, or any other credentialed profession for food and nutrition.
Cat Proof Blinds: The 8 Best Options for Curious Kitties

Jan 23, 2025 | petful.com | Maggie Marton

If you think it’s impossible to find cat-proof blinds that still look great, we’ve got you–and your windows–covered. Curious kitties can cause serious damage to blinds, such as scratching, bending, damaging, and even breaking them. Plus, catproof blinds often sacrifice aesthetic appeal for durability. In this article, we’ll show you that those concerns are real but can be overcome. Durable, functional blinds that can withstand a cat’s curiosity while still looking great in your home exist.
Meet Stola - Oh My Dog!

Jan 20, 2025 | ohmydogblog.com | Maggie Marton

ICYMI on Instagram, we have some news:This is Stola. She’s a 7-month-old pitty who came from the Fort Wayne Pit Bull Coalition and joined our family about a week ago. How did this all come about? Well, it started when Penny fully discovered her playful side. For nine or 10 months, she was still learning the ropes, developing confidence, and finding her way to dig into play. She never picked up toys, never played tug or fetch, never skittered around the house.