White ceramic mug with “DOG MOM” written in bold, handwritten-style black letters, placed on a natural wood surface with a soft neutral background.

New Here? Welcome to the Pack: Savvy Dog Mom

At Savvy Dog Mom, we believe dogs aren’t just pets – they’re family. More than that, they’re a people. Yes, dramatically incorrect, but stick with me – around here, Porter and Carly are a people, and the bond we share with them shapes how we live, love, and decorate our homes (yes, including crate placement). If you’ve ever rearranged your living room to make space for a dog bed, canceled plans because someone had “a rough day,” or packed your pup’s bag before your own for a trip – you’re one of us. I created Savvy Dog Mom to help you feel more confident, less overwhelmed, and a whole lot more savvy when it comes to loving and raising your dog – from wild puppy days to soulful senior snuggles.

So What Is Savvy Dog Mom?

It’s part lifestyle, part survival guide, part group text from your coolest friend who gets what it’s like to raise the four-legged love of your life – and hide the chew marks on your baseboards. We’re all about being smart, stylish, and slightly scrappy here. We make room in our homes (and hearts) for muddy paws, and we believe your dog’s crate can match your aesthetic without looking like a jail cell. (We said what we said.) You might be a Savvy Dog Mom if you:

  • Research crate training like it’s a college course
  • Can name five freeze-dried dog treat brands without blinking
  • Feel a little guilty every time you leave them alone (even if it’s just to grab coffee)
  • Want your home to be dog-friendly and Pinterest-worthy
  • Are doing your best, even when your dog chews the best part of your new shoes

This blog is for real-life dog moms – not the ones with spotless floors and perfect obedience certificates, but the ones showing up every day with a leash in one hand, coffee in the other, and a heart full of love (and maybe a little lint roller residue).

What You’ll Find Here (Besides Late-Night Googling About Poop):

✨ Tips that work IRL – like crate training, enrichment, travel hacks, and solo-time prep
✨ Honest product reviews – what’s worth your money (and what’s not)
✨ DIYs, decor + life hacks – because your space can be cute and covered in fur
✨ Printables & planners – like the New Puppy Survival Guide and Dog Holiday Calendar
✨ Real talk – because you don’t need another “perfect” dog mom in your feed

And yes, we’ll be talking about the things most people don’t say out loud: the guilt, the overwhelm, the way it sometimes feels like you’re failing even when you’re doing your best. Spoiler alert: if you’re here, you’re doing more than enough.

Why I Do This

I believe being a dog mom is a relationship, not a role. It’s a series of choices – to show up, learn more, love harder, and laugh at the chaos. It’s not about perfection. It’s about presence. And I believe something else, too – maybe a little bold, perhaps a little weird, but profoundly true to this brand:

Dogs are a people. Not humans – but soulful, sentient, expressive companions with their personalities and preferences. If you know, you know. And if you don’t, hang around. You will.

So whether you’re knee-deep in potty training, navigating adolescence, or learning to say goodbye gracefully, you’re not alone. You’ve found your pack. Ready to live your best dog mom life? Let’s do this – one wag at a time – welcome to the pack.

New Here? Start With These Reader Favorites:

Want More Tail Wags in Your Inbox?

Join the weekly Savvy Dog Mom email list – we pinky paw promise we’ll never spam you:

  • Get brand-new blog posts
  • Receive Free dog mom printables
  • Enjoy favorite finds & exclusive tips
  • Experience occasional puppy pics (because obviously)

Join 1,000+ Dog Moms Who Know What’s Up!
Get tips, treats, and exclusive dog mom finds delivered right to your inbox.

Join the Pack! →