My dogs seem to show allergy symptoms when they are on dog foods that contain grains. Having an allergy to grains is one of the most popular allergies for dogs to have. Most dog foods have high levels of corn and wheat, but these grains are hard for dogs to digest, even if they aren't allergic to them. Corn and wheat are cheap ingredients to include in dog foods, so grain free dog food can be more expensive seems how they don't include them. So, I was really excited to learn that Whole Foods has Read more [...]

There are so many companies out there that make things for dogs - it can be hard to decide where to spend your money. If you're looking for a company whose products for dogs are of quality and also help out those in need, Planet Dog is a great option. Planet Dog donates 2%. They have a program called the Planet Dog Foundation, which has given more than $1 million to help fund training, placement and support of dogs and people in need. You can follow their Facebook page to see regular updates of Read more [...]

Since I've had my dog, I've tried a lot of different treats. Luckily for me, my dog isn't too picky about treats, but she definitely has treats that she likes better than others. Like most dog owners, I really like to spoil my dog now and then with treats, but I also like to make sure they're healthy and actually good for my dog. Puppy Cakes has a line of dog treats that really make you feel like you're spoiling your dog! They have cake mixes for dogs, yes cake! They also have a treat they call Puptato Read more [...]

*I was provided with Petco costumes in exchange for this post. All opinions are my own. 1) Measure your pet and use the size chart before buying. Weight is usually the worst way to estimate a fit for your dog because a 25lb dog can come in SO many shapes and sizes. Also, because chest size and length are bigger factors than height, sometimes really tall dogs wear smaller sizes and short, sturdy dogs (like pugs or french bulldogs) wear larger sizes. It's best to just measure to be sure. 2) Read more [...]

You're probably wondering why my blog post title says "food for dogs" instead of dog food. Well, at Castor and Pollux they say "It's not pet food. It's food. For pets." I thought this was a cute slogan for a natural pet food brand but I didn't completely understand it until I saw what their dog food looks like. Have you ever seen dry dog food that looks like this? I hadn't! Here is a closer look at some of the unique bits. Yes, that's real peas, bits of carrot, banana and other human Read more [...]

*I was sent collars & leashes from Dog-E-Glow in return for this blog post. All opinions are my own. My pugs are pretty much my shadow. They are at my heels all day long. So me being a night owl means they stay up late with me and need to go outside at least once, sometimes two or three times while it's dark. We have a yard light but it doesn't light up a very big area and when they get where I can't see them at all it scares me a little bit. They stay in the yard well, so my fear is a bit Read more [...]

*I was sent a hedgehog sleep sack in return for this post. All opinions are my own. I've had my hedgehog Henry for almost two years now but I have yet to figure him out in so many ways. He is way more finicky than you would ever think a tiny little critter could be. One of the most difficult the most difficult problem I've had to solve for him was finding a bed that he would sleep in. I tried igloos, tents, fleece fabric, boxes, you name it - to no avail.  Thankfully, I came across the Read more [...]

*I was sent two ID tags from Red Dingo in exchange for this post. All opinions are my own. When we're inside, my pugs Frank & Beans like to stay within a couple of feet of me almost all the time. They sit in the bathroom while I shower and at the end of the counter while I cook. Outside they venture around, sniffing and exploring. We had only had them home three or four days when I turned around and Frank was in the front yard (we always go into the backyard for them to do their business). Read more [...]

*I was sent dry dog food from Nature's Logic in return for this post. All opinions are my own. Since getting two dogs in July, one of the most overwhelming and confusing decisions to make is what to feed them. There is an endless amount of information on the internet about what foods are and are not good for dogs and it can be hard to compare as an individual. I've learned that the Dog Food Advisor site is a great resource that is well respected by amost everyone. It rates dog food on a 5 star Read more [...]

*I was sent product from Petsmart in return for this post. All opinions are my own. Wow, it's officially October so Halloween will be here before we know it. For the most part, this Halloween will be like all the rest for me but it's different in one way - I have dogs this year! While I'm sure it's funny to dress up any dog, it seems even more fun to have two (especially of the same breed and thus, similar appearance and size) to match up - kind of like having his and her options for dogs. Petsmart Read more [...]