“I think that dogs have this beautiful innocence,” Aubrey O’Day, actress, singer and former Danity Kane member, tells OK! in this week’s issue. “I think that they wake up every morning and they are excited about life and their day. And when you aren’t excited, they make you feel it, too.”

Which is why Aubrey treasures her teacup Maltese, Ginger, and her Pomeranian, Mary Ann.

She says she colors their hair to reflect the changes in their lives — using a vet-approved dye.

“My dogs are my family,” she says. “I can 100 percent, forever say I love them unconditionally.”

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Aubrey O'Day arrives at the 4th Annual Logo's 'NewNowNext Awards' 2011 at Avalon on April 7, 2011 in Hollywood, California.

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Aubrey O'Day was spotted at the Oxygen Media Upfronts, held at the Gotham Hall in New York City last night, April 4, 2011.

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Aubrey O'Day attended the GBK Kid's Choice Awards 2011 Gift Lounge at the SLS Hotel on Thursday, March 31, 2011 in Beverly Hills, California.

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That Grape Juice can EXCLUSIVELY reveal that former Danity Kane star Aubrey O’Day has signed her first solo recording deal.

Reliable sources close to O’Day’s camp confirmed to That Grape Juice that the singer recently inked a long-term contract with Universal Motown/ SRC. There, the 27 year old joins the likes of Akon, and Melanie Fiona.

With her reality show a ratings winner, a new record deal, and industry heavyweight Johnny Wright representing her, things are most certainly looking up for Ms. O’Day. Here’s hoping she keeps the tabloid antics to a minimum and allows the talent that we all came to know and love back on Making The Band take centre-stage.

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Aubrey O'Day attends the No-Regrets Fashion Pary with American Express Premium Return Protection And Shop It To Me hosted by Whitney Port at Sunset Tower on March 23, 2011 in West Hollywood, California.

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Aubrey O'Day looked to be a bit upset while leaving Katsuya after allegedly getting into an argument with her 'All About Aubrey' co-star Stephanie Spiropoulos.

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Aubrey O'day was spotted as she left her downtown Manhattan hotel yesterday. She was in town for the premiere of her new show All About Aubrey.

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Aubrey O'Day and friends were spotted at the launch party for her new show on the Oxygen network, "All About Aubrey" at the Supperclub.

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Aubrey O'Day poses for pictures at the IVANAhelsinki Fall 2011 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at The Studio at Lincoln Center on February 17, 2011 in New York City.

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Aubrey O'Day attends The Blonds Fall 2011 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at Milk Studios on February 16, 2011 in New York City.

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Aubrey O'Day attends Ciroc Vodka, OK! Magazine & Step Up Women's Network Women of Music Celebration at The Colony on February 11, 2011 in Hollywood, California.

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Aubrey O'Day attends The Black Eyed Peas Super Bowl Party presented by Sports Illustrated and Bacardi at Music Hall At Fair Park on February 4, 2011 in Dallas, Texas.

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Aubrey O'day picks up a strawberry tart from Belwood Bakery in Brentwood and shares a few bites with her friend Crystal.

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