These Dog Moms on Instagram make dog parenthood look easy

You know you’re crazy about your dog if they have their own Instagram.  There are literally hundreds of thousands of dog accounts to follow.  But only a few show and share who’s behind the camera.  These dog moms on Instagram are the reason I follow these accounts.

One of the qualities that endear me to them is that these Instagram accounts are the people running these accounts are “dog moms” first.

What I mean by this … is their deep love for their canine friends come across in their photos and posts.

You can sense a lot about a person by how they write.  And how they interact.  And the photos that they share.  Their stories are original.  Their stories are authentic.  Their stories are theirs.

I never get the feeling that they do things to use their dogs as props or put them in situations to create content for the gram hoping it would go viral.

Their accounts are special because you sense the connection, the authenticity, and the truth in their stories.

So … without further ado, and in no particular order I present the top dog moms on Instagram.

1. Boston Terrier Puppy

Buster’s mom Ro happens to be NYC’s premier Chalk Artist and Muralist

Not only is she an amazing human be-ing.  My dog Maggie happens to be engaged to her dog Buster!

I woof you mom! Happy Mother’s Day to all the wonderful dog moms out there ???❤️? #HappyDogMomDay

A post shared by BUSTER | BOSTON TERRIER (@bostonterrierpuppy) on May 13, 2018 at 4:57am PDT

2.  Longhaultrekkers

Sora and Laila’s dog mom Jen happens to be an Ultra Marthon Runner.  They currently reside in Spain.

And sometimes, for brief moments, it really is all perfect… …minus the deleted photos of Laila jumping all over us, biting my head, and doing zoomies around the scene. #mydogisnotperfect ? . #sponsored by @zukespets #ZukesPack #LetsGoZukes #LiveLifeOffLeash

A post shared by Sora ? Laila ? Jen ?‍♀️ Dave ? (@longhaultrekkers) on Jul 27, 2018 at 7:03am PDT

3.  Sparklethetinychi

Sparkle may be tiny but her big personality is best friends with her dog mom Marisu who is runs her Graphic Design business out of NYC.

I want to be the person my dog thinks I am. #dogisgood . ❥ Some people in my life don’t understand the love i have for my dog. Thats okay because my dog does. And so does my tribe here on Insta. To all of you I wish a Happy Dog Mom’s Day ?♥️ . ? Sparkle is wearing @boredpaws diamond encrusted tutu in hot pink ?: @jimmybruchphotography @jiggysmama . . . . #chiandthecity #sparklethetinychi #dogmomday #puppology #dogfashion #dogstyle #dogmodel #Pawesomefriends6 #puppyoftheday #chihuahualove #chihuahuas #chihuahualife #chihuahuaworld #chihuahuaoftheday #chihuahuapuppy #chihuahuastagram #chihuahuagram #chihuahuaofinstagram #chihuahuasofig #ilovepink

A post shared by Sparkle ✨The Tiny Chihuahua (@sparklethetinychi) on May 12, 2018 at 5:07pm PDT

4. OfficialRubyTuesday

Ruby’s full of sass.  She gets her personality from her dog mom Fashion Lush who is an influencer with even bigger personality based out of San Diego, CA

Pound it, it’s Fridyay!! ?✨? #rubytuesdaythefrenchie #dogsofsandiego #frenchieclub #frenchiefashion #frenchiemom #frenchielife #frenchiemodel

A post shared by ? Ruby Tuesday (@officialrubytuesday) on Jun 15, 2018 at 8:40am PDT

5.  Megan Rose

I love when people’s spirit beams from their eyes and radiates through their smile.  Megan has her own account … and also runs her dogs’ @pharrellandrosie as well a being part of the amazing team of @gals.best.friend

Rosie Rose, you make life so much better. ?? #twinning . . . . ?: @natalie_siebers . . . #bordercollieworld #twinningiswinning #matchymatchy #bordercollie #nycdogs #redmerle #uppereastside #dogmomaf #bendelgirl #doglover #dogmom #galsbestfriend

A post shared by Megan Rose ? Dog Mom + Blogger (@meg00rose) on Jul 3, 2018 at 6:39pm PDT

6.  MaggieLovesOrbit

These amazing women have inspired me to share more of myself on our own gram.  So a shameless plug for our own account.  You can also find me on my personal IG @tinyfoot (although I hardly post there) but I make the occasional appearance on MaggieLovesOrbit.

Also find us on @barkcommunity @coterie.agency and @woofandmeowmedia

I can count our pelfies on my two hands and one foot. I need to change that! . Old photo of when Maggie was younger … don’t even know how old she was but this shows how she is in the car. Always watching to see … what adventures we’re up to next. . She’ll either be panting or yipping like a seal as soon as we park the car ready to launch herself out ? . Between the two Maggie is the thinker – always has several emotions going through her little doggy dog head. . How are your dogs in the ?? #pelfie #galsbestfriend

A post shared by ? Sisters Maggie & Orbit ?? (@maggielovesorbit) on Jul 21, 2018 at 1:58pm PDT

7.  BridgetandLeo

Some women know from the get go they have a destiny.  Such is the case with Bridget who made Forbes 30 under 30 finalist.  And this is because she’s the founder of @Frenchie_Bulldog and dog mom to @frenchieleo

Ready to take on the week!Trying a new diet, #ketodiet I’m on day 2 so far! Which legit the longest I’ve ever gone with sugar (sugar meaning breads and actual sugar – bc they are both sugars). Basically you eat all protein and lots of fats, no sugars and limit carbs to about 20g /day. @juslevine is. Pro and been doing it over a week now! ? We’ll see how long I last but if I make it till the end of today, hey- that’s ok too! ? buttt if anyone has done this diet please comment with tips and recipes!!! # . . . #fashion #fashionista #fashionblogger #fashionblog #fashionstyle #fashionlover #frenchbulldog #dogfashion #fashionanddogs #thebossypaws #bridgetandleo #fashiondaily #fashionaddict #blogger #ootd #outfitoftheday #outfitinspiration #outfitpost #style #styleblogger #styleoftheday #styleinspiration #styletips #stylefile #styledbyme #streetstyle #shopaholic #streetstyleluxe #instafashion

A post shared by Bridget + Frenchie Leo (@bridgetandleo) on May 14, 2018 at 8:48am PDT

8.  TheSuperColliesMom

Letterman & Finalist on America’s Got Talent, Sara is the force behind @TheSuperCollies and @PupprSchool

She’s been traveling the country with her dogs Hero, Marvel, Loki and Thor.  Keeping up with her adventures is an inspiration.

? @thesupershepherds

A post shared by Sara Carson (@thesupercolliesmom) on Jun 19, 2018 at 6:03pm PDT

9.  PetitePokey

The PokeyMonster’s mom Akansha works in finance during the day so that she can provide a beatiful life for her pup Pokey.  Akansha is a co moderator of the community page @bostonterriersforever

Have you ever looked at someone and thought “Damn, can you just love me back already?!”⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #UnrequitedLove⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The happiest I’ve ever been is the day I discovered that Pokey loved me too. She’s not an affectionate pup, and never has been. But she only comes alive when her mamma is there. Her little stub of a tail wags, she licks my hand, and lays on the floor for belly rubs. She is a different dog when I’m not there – subdued and calm(ish). My mom says Pokey is inconsolable when I leave the house. However, as soon as I get home, she is so elated, her inner PokeyMonster is unleashed! She bounces off the walls with energy, ready to conquer the world!!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I call her the Energizer Pokey. She never leaves my side, but always with a toy in her mouth, as she nudges my leg, silently demanding me to play with her. No one else knows all her favorite games like I do, and plays with her as hard as I do and for as long as I do. No one else stands there while she eats her food, and consoles her when the evil paper bag blowing in the wind scares her. I know I’m her best friend, and she lives for every minute that we get to spend together.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I still wish she gave me just a few more cuddles though!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Happy Parents Day!!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ …………..⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #dogoftheday #bostonterriers #bostonterriersofinstagram #petitepokey #dogsofinstagram #topdogphoto #bestwoof #weeklyfluff #buzzfeedanimals #mydogiscutest #bostonterrier_feature #pokey #dog_feature #worldofcutepets #petsoriginal #puppiesxdogs #dailypawwoof #postyourpooch #puppiesofinstagram @theellenshow @barkbox #thedodo @puppiespedia @hilarious.ted #parentsday #pawrentsday #theellenshow #love @dogsofinstagram @bestwoof @mydogiscutest @instagram

A post shared by Petite Pokey Boston Terrier (@petitepokey) on Jul 22, 2018 at 8:15am PDT

10.  thebrokedog

Blogger extraordinaire Rochelle was inspired by her dog Henry to start a blog and a business.  She shares stories on how to make dog parenting affordable while also making stylish bowties for your pups.

Just finished reading Fetch by @nicolejgeorges. Holy cow. For someone who has a deep, canine-love-of-my-life relationship with a reactive and anxious dog, it was so incredibly relatable. I was tearing up just a few pages in. Highly recommended for any dog lovers, but especially for anyone who has ever loved a #reactivedog ❤️ So good! Thanks to @hudsonisweird for the recommendation.

A post shared by The Broke Dog Blog (@thebrokedog) on Jun 21, 2018 at 7:34pm PDT

11.  thehappyeveralex

I have been following the lives of this family for several years.  They recently changed their account name.  I love their account for being stylish and soulful at the same time.

When love is greatest, words are fewest. #lovewins #dogmomlife #thehappyeveralex ? . . . . #selflovejourney #bethelove #motivateothers #dogmomlife #barkhappy #doglover #frenchbulldog #weeklyfluff #theweekoninstagram #soulpreneur #powerofnow #iamwellandgood #stepintoyourpower #dogmommy #fempreneur #happylifestyle #myhappycapture #holdthemoments #treasuringmemories #stressedout #agirlandherdog #prettylittleinspo #happyvibes #inspiremyinstagram #myreasontosmile#tbfreaky

A post shared by The Happy Ever Alex (@thehappyeveralex) on Jun 22, 2018 at 12:12pm PDT

12.  GoldilocksandtheWolf

Raw, untamed photos of nature + dogs told so beautifully.  In her on words:

a story set in the pacific northwest
about the life of a woman and her canines
on a journey to find their own little fairytale

Not only can you find them on Instagram, if you want more visit their website.

#Family Could not be blessed with a more perfect family. ───────────── PC: @wanderousgirl / @wanderousshepherds Edit: © Goldilockѕ αиd τhe ωolf ρhoτogrαρhγ

A post shared by goℓdιlockѕ, kчrσs αиd doⱴαh (@goldilocksandthewolf) on Jul 28, 2018 at 7:16pm PDT

13.  naellis

Mom to @maggieandrossi, author to @workinglikeadog, and co-founder of @gopupster … Nicole has built her life around dogs.

Her heart is made of gold and she radiates positivity when you meet her in person.  And every single time I am with her my energy goes up!  The vibe is strong with Nicole.

Laying in the grass, telling secrets and giving kisses with my Maggie.

A post shared by Nicole Ellis, CPDT-KA (@naellis) on Jul 31, 2018 at 8:58am PDT

14.  themotherofbostons

I fell in love with Emily and her bostons years ago.  She’s also been an inspiration for self care.  You can’t take care of your dog family if you don’t take care of yourself first.

more snuggles less struggles

A post shared by ⒺⓂ ⒹⓄⓃⓄⓋⒶⓃ (@themotherofbostons) on Jul 12, 2018 at 2:53am PDT

15.  life.as.cohen

I remember the first time I ran across Cohen’s account.  I sensed a strong bond between him and his dog mom Tammy.  I follow both his account and hers @tammyvy because I can’t get enough of their adventures in San Diego as well as a peek behind the scenes into her life as manage of the Social Media team at Petco

Took a hike up, cruised back down. Let the good times roll ? #bangsblitz #livebangs @bangsshoes

A post shared by ᴄᴏʜᴇɴ & ᴛᴀᴍᴍʏ (@life.as.cohen) on Apr 18, 2018 at 9:18am PDT

16.  tmistick

Tori and I have been virtual friends for years.  We met through our dogs and I was immediately inspired by her blog WearWagRepeat (she also has a store on it and runs a successful podcast).  We finally got to meet at this year’s Blog Paws.  She’s entrepreneurial, creative and a fantastic dog mom to Lucy.

I’m so excited to share the Wear Wag Repeat Shop with you! I’ve been thinking about this concept since @altsummit and diligently working on it all Summer so it’s with a lot of nervous excitement that I tell you it’s NOW OPEN! Link in Bio! ?? I’m carrying a carefully thought out collection of items handmade by dog moms for dog moms. Everything in the store is handmade with you in mind – I’m starting out with all natural soy candles, stylish yet tough collars by @scoutdogcollars and collar-sleeve style bandanas. ?? I’m starting out with just a few items, then I’ll add 3 more in September and a few more for Holiday. Since I’m doing it all myself (with the help of some talented vendors!) I want to keep this manageable and sustainable. I hope you will check it out and keep coming back to see what’s new over the next few months! Use WEARWAG10 to take 10% off your order! ?? ? #spoonflower #dogmomma #dogmomaf #petboss #shopsmallonline #customfabric #spoonflowerfabric #dogboutique #dogshop #dogbandana #dogsofpittsburgh #dogmilk

A post shared by Tori Mistick ? Dog Mom Blogger (@tmistick) on Aug 1, 2018 at 5:20am PDT

17.  being.maxwell

I have never met Maxwell’s dog mom.  But I aspire to her level of class with every post.

Everything’s coming up Clementines ??? We are so in love with these sweet and whimsical bandanas! They’re almost sweet enough to eat! . ? Matching Clementine bandanas by @dogloverepeat featuring the adorable illustration of @elizabeth_draws . . . . .

A post shared by Maxwell G (@being.maxwell) on Jun 13, 2018 at 7:42am PDT

18.  girlblusbulldogs

I’ve been very fortunate with our Instagram friendships.  My family has found it amusing when I share stories of “I’m going to go meet my Instagram friend in person for the first time”.

I can count on half a hand when you met the person in real life and thought to yourself … uh oh you and I just will never be friends …

But that wasn’t the case with Anya.  She’s got a huge heart for her dogs.  She’s genuine and authentic.  And extremely talented to boot with her camera.

Matching with my bae ? wearing @thefoggydog Havana Bandanas ? York loves me today ?

A post shared by Anya Rose (@girlplusbulldogs) on Jul 24, 2018 at 8:34am PDT

19.  honeyidressedthepug

#twinningiswinning and this dynamic duo (whom I have not yet met in person) were featured on Instagram for one of their boomerangs.  Not only do they have the most delightful style, she runs a successful business @shop_ariandm …  inspired by her pug.

? x ?= ✌️#twinningiswinning . . . . #honeyidressedthepug #twinnning #matchymatchy #ourplayfulstyle #makeyousmilestyle #?#bestfriendgoals #?#✌️#pugsofinstagram #meandmydog #ilovemypug #pugswag #puglife #dogsofnewyork #buzzfeedanimals #theellenshow #thedodo #weeklyfluff #sundayfunday #sundayselfie #selfiesunday #dogmom #bestiesforlife

A post shared by ? Ari & M ?‍♀️ (@honeyidressedthepug) on Jul 29, 2018 at 10:16am PDT

20.  wtfrenchie

I kept running into Nikki and her dogs OFF Instagram.  I am constantly looking for places to adventure with my pups.  And found Nikki sharing stories of their own dog family vacations.  Unbeknownst to her, her blog posts were inspiring our bucket list.

I later found her on Instagram, and met her in person.  Her dog’s Weston and Fira are seriously the cutest siblings on the internet.  They have an online store, wtfrenchie, a lifestyle blog, and bespoke luxury goods @saint_rue

Totally feelin’ these Berkshires/New Englandy vibes ? Lenox is only 2.5 hrs away from NYC + 2 hrs from Boston. It is rich in American history, woodsy + quaint- a perfect getaway from the city. The pups are loving it here, especially dog-friendly @33main ? PS: I may look calm in this photo but I found out this morning that Fira’s passport is invalid. Turns out while her previous rabies vaccination does not expire until August, since she got a new one a few weeks ago it immediately cancels out the previous one. Which means, gotta do the paperwork all over again AND get it stamped in Albany ??‍♀️ we were a bit freaked this morning but thank god we found a vet in this little town who can squeeze us in!! Oh the stress + beauty of traveling! So, for those of you curious about the process just watch our stories later today ?

A post shared by WTF : What The Frenchie (@wtfrenchie) on May 2, 2018 at 11:39am PDT

So there you have it.  Twenty women who’s confidence, independent sense of awareness and vision inspire me every day.

The future is indeed women…. and her dogs!