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Tails Magazine: The People Behind Chicago’s Most Famous Pets
I’m so honored to be included in TAILS Pet Magazine’s list of top bloggers and Instagrammers in Chicago! In just two short years I have put so much work and passion into this blog and it feels amazing to be recognized for that. Check out the full article online here, or pick up a copy if you are in the Chicagoland area!
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Mylah Medical Foundation + How It All Came Together
Back in 2012, I founded the Mylah Medical Foundation because I was inspired by my dog, Mylah, to help rescue dogs who had medical issues and needed extra care and funding. Many times, medical needs dogs are the last to be considered by rescues to be saved. Money is...
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Top Don’ts on Instagram
Instagram is an amazing tool that can grow your pet business but I often see the same mistakes being made that can lead to stagnant growth. I put together my top five don'ts on Instagram and explain exactly why you shouldn't be doing the following. To download the...
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Why I Started The Pet Pro Society
I have to admit, I'm fairly nervous about this post because I haven't ever had to fully put myself out there like I am with The Pet Pro Society. I've always been the one working behind the scenes, and I've been completely fine with it. Actually, I was totally...
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Instagram & Branding Introductory Email Courses
Why take an introductory email course? Well, for one it is free and two, it can open your mind to new areas you haven't thought about for your business. I created my free Instagram email course for those just getting started on Instagram AND those who need some tips...
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5 Pinterest Tips You Need
I will fully admit I didn't understand the power of Pinterest for awhile. I kind of shrugged it off because it seemed all about fashion or cooking. Well, I was SO wrong. Pinterest and the pet industry go hand in hand. Pinterest has amazing capabilities to bring...
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And We’re Back with a Beautiful New Look!
It's here! The new DIY Dog Mom brand, website and look! I can hardly believe it myself! I worked with an AMAZING, just amazing branding and web designer, Branded by Britt. I cannot sing her praises enough. She took my little blog and turned it into a full blown brand....
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One Year of Blogging & What’s Next for The DIY Dog Mom! {Also, Giveaway!}
A little over one year ago I had this idea to start a blog in my own little corner of the internet. A blog dedicated to my dogs, and all the crazy, fun things I do with them. I wanted to show fellow pet parents my DIY projects, recipes, and share my experiences of...
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Featured in Tails Magazine
I am so excited to share with my readers this amazing collaboration with Tails Magazine! As a new blogger it is wonderful to have support from well known publications that I admire. Tails Magazine is a fellow Chicago based company that shares and writes articles and...
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Alicia has a wide range of expertise in the pet and social media industries and has leveraged all her skills to become the entrepreneur she is today. From overseeing nonprofits and foundations, building business start-ups to consulting for ad agencies, Alicia’s experience is widespread.
