Oh My Dog Blog

Hello! I'm Maggie, and I'm excited to introduce you to Oh My Dog! Here at OMD, we share a cheerful mix of content about dogs and cats a few times each week. You'll discover a variety of pet-centric subjects, including tales about my furry family, product reviews, fun DIY ideas, training advice, and so much more.

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You get the dog you get for a reason

1 week 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.
Help! My Cat Hates My Dog!

1 month 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

2 months ago | 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

2 months ago | 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.
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.
How to Choose a Second Dog

Jan 13, 2025 | ohmydogblog.com | Maggie Marton

Last week, I posed the question: Should I get a second dog? I suggested five questions to ask yourself before making a final decision. This week, I’m going to assume your answer is YES and explore how to choose a second dog for your family–because you want to make sure you find the right match! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This site uses affiliate links, which means I may make a tiny commission on products purchased through links clicked at no extra cost to you.
Should I get a second dog?

Jan 6, 2025 | ohmydogblog.com | Maggie Marton

Are you a single-dog household but you’re thinking you might want to get a second dog? We are! Here are five questions you should consider before adopting a second dog. I’ll include our answers under each tip, in case it’s helpful to see a real-life example. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This site uses affiliate links, which means I may make a tiny commission on products purchased through links clicked at no extra cost to you.
Dear Penny - Oh My Dog!

Dec 26, 2024 | ohmydogblog.com | Maggie Marton

One year ago today, you came home and changed our lives with your gentle presence. You brought with you scars–literally and metaphorically–and a soft, steady demeanor much appreciated in our household. It’s funny how I’ve forgotten certain details, like the scabs that dotted your face and ears. I’d forgotten that it looked like you’d only recently finished nursing.
Giving Tuesday: Appawlachia Strong - Oh My Dog!

Dec 7, 2024 | ohmydogblog.com | Maggie Marton

One of the nicest people I’ve met through this community is Rebecca Pepin, news anchor by day and founder of Fetching Apparel on the side. We had the chance to feature Rebecca and Fetching Apparel in the holiday gift guide several years ago, and now I’m honored to have this opportunity to share an incredible gift she’s striving to give her community. “Fetching Apparel is my passion project,” she said, and she sure does pour passion into it.
When Easy Things Feel Hard

Nov 18, 2024 | ohmydogblog.com | Maggie Marton

I thought about Lucas last night. I’m not sure what triggered it, but–seemingly suddenly, seemingly out of nowhere–my fingers ached to dig into the thick, fluffy fur around his neck. And, oh, it hit hard when I realized I couldn’t quite remember how it felt anymore. “Grief changes shape, but it never ends.