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Portable Bathing with BISSELL | BarkBath Review
You know we are usually outside or at the lake, most days during the summer and the dogs are constantly swimming or getting messy in the yard. With big dogs, it’s tough to give them a bath inside and dry them - it’s always a mess. My husband and I either give them a bath with the hose, which isn’t ideal because you can’t control the temperature and it’s too much water flow and we end up with soap suds all over.
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Homemade Bone Broth Popsicles for Dogs
I love making my dogs homemade bone broth because it is so incredibly healthy for them and they love it. They would probably like to drink it with every meal. The nutrients and enzymes from homemade bone broth are so healthy and you just don't get the same amount of...
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DIY Anti-Itch Spray for Dogs
If your dog suffers from itchy skin or skin allergies like my dog Hudson does, then this topical spray can definitely help! It has a few simple ingredients that soothe skin while disinfecting it and calming any inflammation down. What you'll need: 8oz spray bottle 1/2...
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Printable Mother’s Day Cards for Dog Moms
Celebrate the dog mom in your life with these new free Mother's Day cards in the DIY printables library! Be sure to let me know if you use them! Tag me on social media @thediydogmom ? Click here to access my printables library! Instructions are included in the...
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DIY Dog Safe Ant Control Solution
Warm weather with spring rain usually means you'll find pesky little ants in your house. We used to have them in our kitchen two years ago until I used this DIY solution that curbs ants and can even kill them on site if you spray it directly on them and are looking...
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DIY Paw Print Potted Plant for Dog Moms
If you're searching for the perfect DIY dog mom gift for Mother's Day that's also thoughtful, this might be it! We are all ready for summer to get here and have been doing a lot of planting around the house. I thought it would be so cute to have a dog themed painted...
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NEW Download! Dog Themed Valentine’s Day Cards
I just added three printable dog Valentine's Day cards in my free DIY printables library! Go check it out and download them to celebrate Valentine's Day with your two and four legged loves! Be sure to let me know if you use them! Tag me on social media @thediydogmom...
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Five Indoor Games for Dogs
Winter can often mean a stir-crazy dog... or in my case, three of them. Here are some indoor games for your dog and most of these are free! Each game is great to give your dog mental stimulation too. A tired brain is a happy one! 1. Find it with Cups What you...
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DIY Faux Fur Dog Bed - No Sew
As I write this blog post, Hudson is sleeping in this dog bed right now! Ever since I brought home a faux fur throw rug my dogs have fallen in love with the texture and are obsessed with sleeping on it. So, I decided they needed (yes, needed!) a nice big bed they...
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Pet Parent Goal Setting Printable Worksheet
Who doesn't want to be more organized as they enter a new year? I always try to take this last week of the year to reflect on the last year and set goals for the next. Let's be honest, too - 2016 was a doozy of a year so some goal brainstorming and goal-setting...
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Free Dog Themed Holiday Gift Tags
More holiday fun and more from my new printables section of the website! Get these adorable holiday gift tags to add to any gifts you're giving this holiday season! Print these dog themed gift tags on 8.5x11 standard paper or a thicker matte paper and write your...
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Dear Santa Sign DIY + FREE Printable
We are in the holiday spirit around here and I am so excited to share this adorable DIY project that is super fun and festive (and of course, dog themed)! I also have a new free printables section of the website that I am so excited to share! Anytime I have a DIY...
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DIY Autumn Wreath with Paw Prints
Happy November! I'm so excited to show you my latest DIY project - a cost effective and easy Autumn wreath - with the dogs paw prints on it! I made a video so you can watch every step and included written instructions below. I got all the wreath...
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DIY Dinosaur Halloween Costume
I love dressing my kiddos up in fun (and safe) Halloween costumes! I have a closet dedicated to all their stuff including many costumes! I have to admit though, I had never made them their own costumes. I know, that seems crazy given I love DIY projects for my dogs,...
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DIY Hanging Poop Bag Holder
Poop is a big part of being a dog mom - we all have to deal with it and the grossness of picking it up! As a result, poop bags are an essential part of life. It’s been driving me nuts to see poop bag rolls all over our house, in drawers or left by the door. And, of...
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DIY Paw Scrub
Dogs can experience all sorts of unpleasantries in and on their paws, especially city dogs. Walking on city sidewalks, dirt, grass, mud, ice in the winter, etc. - I don’t even want to think of all the germs their paws collect. When it rains, their paws just absorb all...
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DIY Flea/Tick Spray
I’m really particular when it comes to what I feed my dogs and what I will put on their bodies. Many commercial flea and tick sprays or drops are packed with harmful chemicals that I don't want on my pups as they can cause adverse reactions and skin problems. This...
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DIY Toothpaste for Dogs + Giveaway
There are so many benefits to brushing your dog's teeth on a regular basis, including preventing plaque and tartar buildup, preventing gum, dental or other diseases and maintaining nice fresh breath. The liver, heart and stomach can be greatly...
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DIY BBQ for Dogs
I hate leaving my kiddos out of the fun summer activities we do like backyard barbecuing. Sure, they roam around the backyard while we grill for ourselves and friends but it's always more fun when they can be 100% part of our activities. So we made...
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Dog Rescue Fundraisers - Two Easy DIYs
By trade, I own an event planning company and have been planning events for over ten years. Many of the events my business partner and I plan are fundraisers for non-profits, and, shocker, a lot of them happen to be dog rescue related. Though event planning...
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DIY Oatmeal Shampoo for Itchy Skin
Izzy had been so itchy the first few weeks of February so I decided she needed a deep cleaning and soothing shampoo for her tresses. I really only like two shampoo products you can purchase in store, but ultimately decided to create my own homemade shampoo for her dry...
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DIY Holiday Gifts for Dog Lovers
Need some cute holiday gift ideas for dog lovers... or even for your house? Try these two sentimental DIY projects! Paw Print Ornaments These are so adorable and sweet! What you'll need... 1. Non-toxic paint in desired colors and a paint brush 2. Clear and...
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