• 🐶 Mom and pup found curled up together

• 🥰 Take your pup on an apple orchard adventure

• 🐾 Where to find dog-proof furniture

• 🦴 DOTD - Meet Maggie Moo

• ❤️ A special word from our pups

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A stray mother dog and her puppy are safe after being found curled up together on the streets. The Detroit Dog Rescue shared their story on September 4th with a photo that shows exactly how they were discovered.

In the touching photo, the two pups appear to be pitty mixes and look thin, but thankfully, they’re now getting the care they need. The rescue noted, “Mom did her best to protect them both, and now it’s our job to help them.” Both dogs need significant medical attention, with the puppy battling ringworm and other issues.

While their story warms our hearts, it also sheds light on the struggles many strays face. The Detroit Dog Rescue, Detroit’s first no-kill, non-profit shelter, is dedicated to giving them a second chance, ensuring no healthy pup is euthanized. These two are some of the lucky ones.

The rescue is also reaching out to the community for help naming these two! Some adorable suggestions have already come in, like Sweet Potato and Bonnie and Clyde. If you have an idea, be sure to let the Detroit Dog Rescue know!

It’s apple season! If you’re planning a trip to the orchard this fall, why not bring your pup along—there are plenty of orchards that welcome dogs! First things first: You’ll need to do a little research to find a dog-friendly spot. Many of these orchards require that your pups are well-behaved (which rules out two of my four doggos) and may have other restrictions. Before you grab your leash and head out to pick some delicious apples, here are some tips to keep in mind.

Keep Your Dog Leashed. Apple orchards are busy places with people, kids, and maybe even farm animals. Keeping your pup leashed prevents them from wandering off and helps other guests feel comfortable. Since apple seeds are toxic to dogs, it's important to keep them close and make sure they're not sneaking fallen or rotten apples from the ground.

Clean Up After Your Pup. Bring plenty of poop bags and be ready to clean up after your dog. No one wants a mess, especially in a place people associate with fresh apples and crisp fall air. Along with poop bags, pack a collapsible water dish and some treats to keep your pup happy and hydrated throughout the day.

Only Bring Trained Dogs. If your pup isn’t great at following commands or gets too excited in public, it’s probably best to leave them at home. Don’t worry though—if your pup has to stay behind, you can always bring them back some tasty apples!

Respect Personal Space. Not everyone at the orchard is a dog person (hard to believe, right?). Some visitors might be afraid of dogs due to a past bad experience, or they may be protective of their kids who haven’t warmed up to pups yet. Whatever the reason, always keep your dog close and make sure they don’t forget their manners and jump on others.

Here are some dog-friendly orchards across the U.S. to help get you started:

• Deardorff Orchards & Vineyard, MN

• Barton Orchards, NY

• B.J. Reece Orchards, GA

• Nashoba Valley Winery and Orchard, MA

• Justus Orchard, NC

• Applecrest Farm Orchards, NH

Have you ever gone apple picking with your pup? Do you plan to this year? We’d love to hear all about your adventures!

Undoubtedly Wayfair is one of the most fun sites to shop. But in a world where every penny matters, we’re looking for more than just fun. We want to save big and purchase quality home goods from a trusted source. You may be wondering, “Is Wayfair legit?” and “Is Wayfair furniture good quality?” We can confidently answer yes to those questions, and when you read Wayfair reviews, you’ll find that thousands of customers agree with us.

But there are even more reasons to love Wayfair. Here are our Top 5.

This happy pup is Maggie Moo, a beautiful mix of ¾ Standard Poodle and ¼ English Springer Spaniel—a Springer Doodle! We’d also say she’s 100% adorable. Thanks for sharing!

Daily Dig is inspired and brought to you by our wonderful dogs. Our dogs, and all the other pups out there, make the world a happier, brighter place. ❤️

With lots of love,

Stitcher, Minnie, & Finnegan 🐾

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🤔 Did You Know: A dog's paw has five main parts: claws, digital pads, metacarpal pad, dewclaw, and carpal pad.

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