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Our Goals & Plans for 2020

December 31, 2019 By Amanda 4 Comments

The best word(s) to describe our year would probably be…roller coaster. It sounds super cliche, but 2019 was full of ups and downs. I’d like to think there were more ups than downs, but either way it was pretty crazy at times. I am happy to report, however, that I conquered many of my goals and accomplished a lot.

Heading into 2019, I wrote a post about our goals and plans for the year. It was well-received, and I wanted to do the same for 2020! I guarantee you this – Wynston and I have a BIG year ahead.

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Reflecting On Our 2019 Word Of The Year – Adventure

December 28, 2019 By Amanda Leave a Comment

In December 2018 I decided that our 2019 word of the year would be “adventure.” In my heart and gut I just knew that 2019 would be adventurous…because I wanted it to be. And my, oh my, was it ever. Wynston and I traveled to 12 states, I grew as a confident woman, and I started dating a man who would forever change me. It was a year to remember, although it definitely wasn’t easy.

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Is Your Dog Getting Enough Exercise?

December 20, 2019 By Amanda 3 Comments

Dog owners totally get the meaning of ‘dog days of summer’. I know my 9 year old terrier would be content to lay in front of a sunny window the entire day. It’s more like the dog days of summer, winter, spring and fall in my house. Yet, all I have to do is walk past the leash, put on his dog boots and he’s racing to the door. Dogs actually like consistency and routine as much as humans. But what’s the right balance between lazing around and exercising? Consider these three points when determining the amount of exercise your beloved pooch needs.

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7 Woof Approved Dog Birthday Gift Ideas

December 14, 2019 By Amanda Leave a Comment

Has the thought of what you should buy for your dog (or someone else’s dog) demanded a lot of thought from you? Worry no more! We have a list of 7 dog birthday gift ideas that are fun, interesting and will save you a lot of time.

Whether you’re giving a present to your dog or his friends, this list has got you covered for all your gifting needs. Without any further ado, let’s hop in!

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Cold Weather Travel Essentials for Dog Moms

December 12, 2019 By Amanda 1 Comment

Wynston and I have a boundless amount of travel experience. We mostly adventure in our car (although sometimes we do fly), and there are several items that I will not leave home without when we do.

Typically we travel to moderate or warm climates, where bringing specialty items isn’t necessary. However, you definitely need to consider packing differently if you’re heading to a cold part of the world. Here’s my personal list of cold weather travel essentials for dog moms.

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