Sugar’s Story: Managing Spring Dog Allergies After all this snow and extremely cold weather, Sugar was excited to finally get back to her daily walks. It feels like forever since she’s been able to get out of the house. Between the cold weather and shorter days, it feels amazing to get a taste of
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Yes, Dog Mom Guilt is Normal & Here’s How to Get Rid of It
Being laid off gave me the opportunity to spend a lot more time with Sugar. Since I wasn’t working, Sugar and I got to spend time bonding during the day. During this time, I realized that Sugar’s daily shenanigans were funny, which sparked the idea for Pupcake Sugar. This idea eventually grew into my line
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20 Pet Industry Side Hustles Ideas
Remember when I said that you can create a side hustle from baking pupcakes? Well, that’s not the only pet industry side hustle out there. With the rising costs of Petflation and the current state of our economy in general, many of us are looking for creative ways to fund our dog’s sinking funds, pay
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How to Create A Dog Mom & Me Date
Remember when we talked about celebrating Valentine’s Day with your dog? Well, let’s keep the Butter Love fest going. Ever heard of a dog mom and me date? Even though Valentine’s has been and gone, if you ask me, the real season of love is just getting started. Why? Because National Love Your Pet Day
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What The Richest Man in Babylon Taught Me About Money
My grandparents were my first (and best) financial advisors. They weren’t Wall Street tycoons, but they knew how to make a dollar stretch, dance, and stay put. While all four of them had different styles, they shared a core philosophy: Your money should work for you. They also firmly believed that “Sandy” (and everyone else,
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Dog Grooming Cost: DIY vs. Professional (A Financial Guide)
During the pandemic, Sugar’s dog groomer was closed. So, for the first time since I bought her home, I attempted to groom her myself. I figured if it worked, I could save a little money and not have to continue paying someone else to do it. The DIY grooming experience was a nightmare for both
