Maggie Lange
Maggie Lange is a writer, editor, and columnist. Her work has been featured in New York Magazine, Vice, Guernica, GQ, Rolling Stone, Pitchfork, Elle, and Bon Appetit. She lives in Philadelphia with her favorite brindle boy, Finn.
Recent Kinship articles by Maggie Lange
Is It OK to Judge Someone Else’s Dog-Parenting Style?
Whether they are a pal or a partner, you’ll have opinions. Here’s what you should (and shouldn’t) do with them.
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I’m Using My Dog to Get Out of Dating—Is That Bad?
It's OK, as long as you own your reason for doing it.
Should I Stop Dating Someone My Dog Doesn’t Like?
If your pup isn’t a fan, it could mean something. But maybe not everything. Here’s why.
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Does My Dog Miss the Guy I Was Dating?
You don’t want to see your ex again, but your pup might. Here’s what you can do.
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How Do I Get People to Accept That I Hate Dating and My Dogs Are All I Need?
People love to be nosy. Here’s how to fend them off—because you’re happy, dang it!
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You and Your Partner Disagree on How to Parent Your Dog—What Now?
One person is a no-fuss type and the other spoils the pup silly. What’s the compromise?
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Are You Guilty of Using Your Dog as an Excuse to Stay Home?
Your S.O. planned a date night out, but the dog is looking so cuddly on the couch...
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What Does Your Love Language Say About You as a Pet Parent?
We all give and receive love in our own way, pets included.
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So, You and Your Partner Want to Live Together—But Your Pets Don’t
Your cat can’t hide from the dog in the attic forever. What do you do now?
Does Your Dog Hate When You and Your Partner Fight?
Here are the signs they’re trying to get you to stop.
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Is Raising a Dog With Someone Anything Like Raising a Kid Together?
It’s the great puppy versus baby debate.
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What Happens When the Love of Your Life Is Allergic to the Other Love of Your Life?
You don’t have to choose between your S.O. and your dog or cat — but here’s what may need to happen.
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When Is It Too Early to Get a Dog Together?
You’re in love, but is it irresponsible to add four paws to the mix? Here’s some input for your consideration.
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Three’s a Crowd: When One Partner Doesn’t Want the Dog in the Bed
You want them to cuddle up, your S.O. doesn’t. Here’s how to handle the great bed debate.
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How to Woo Your Way Into Your New Partner’s Pet’s Heart
Meeting your new partner’s pet is an honor — winning them over is another story. Here are some tips for being friends with your significant other's best animal pal.
What It Takes to Convince Your Partner to Adopt a Pet
Can you spell “compromise?”
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Should You Put Your Pet in Your Dating Profile?
Yesterday was “Dating Sunday” on the apps. Apparently, your pet pic is a great way to find a match.
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This Odor Remover Erases Pet Stink Without Offending Your Nose
Finally, a spray that doesn’t smell worse than your pet.
Who Is Your Dog’s Birthday Party Actually For?
As Lizzo says, “Is it your birthday, [dog]? Let’s celebrate it.”
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Does Your Dog Understand When You FaceTime Them?
It’s a nice thought.
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Why Do We Want Our Dogs to Talk So Badly?
Tools like speech buttons and translation apps reflect more about our desires for our pets than their desires for themselves.
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Would You Date Someone Who Didn’t Like Your Pet?
Someone disliking a dog? Red flag. Someone asking their partner to give up their dog? Heartless!
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The Kids Are Alright
And by kids, I mean pets.
OK, It’s a Little Creepy How I Paparazzi Stalk My Sleeping Dog
Finn’s asleep...and I have 898,798 photos to prove it.
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What If You Hate Your Partner’s “Pet Voice”?
Or vice versa.
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Open Letter to My Local Sidewalk Snacks Distributor
To the person leaving my dog the most delicious street treats: Who are you?
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The Dog Likes Me Better (and Other Petty Heart-Warmers)
The shallow, perfect bliss of being more loved by my partner’s dog.
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Is Your Out-of-Control Dog Lunging on the Leash?
Even a mild-mannered dog can turn into a wild thing when feeling trapped.
