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Covergirl Cosmetics goes cruelty free
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Thomas is on vacation this week and we are enjoying our time together hanging out with the pups. I was a bit stumped this week on what to blog about until I saw on TV that Covergirl Cosmetics is now certified cruelty free and certified by the Leaping Bunny! The brand just announced that they are officially cruelty-free certified by Cruelty-Free International, meaning none of their products or ingredients are tested on animals, nor are those of the brand's...
Helping animal shelters during the holidays!
Every year Thomas and I donate to the animal shelters for the holidays by not only making a monetary donation but providing the shelter with cleaning supplies and food. I've often thought about the many dedicated and caring volunteers that donate their time and effort taking care of the animals and the shelter. There is ALOT that goes into being a volunteer and I don't feel they are appreciated enough. I've put together a list of ways that you can help your local shelter this year and one...
doTERRA Essential Oils for Dogs and Cats
I've been hearing so much about essential oils lately and was excited to meet someone who sells them. So I set up an appointment with doTERRA Wellness Advocate, Emily McConaughy, and we met to discuss the oils I was interested in. Let me tell you that I was very impressed with Emily's knowledge, passion, and presentation and I placed my first order. My doTERRA Aromatouch Diffused Kit will arrive tomorrow! So excited! If you are interested, contact: Emily McConaughydoTERRAWellness...
Just Add Coconut Oil
"I asked Jake if he wanted to help me with this blog post and just melted when he gave me this look". "Then he said heck with it and fell asleep". LOL This post is for a friend of mine whose sweet little dog has come down with some skin allergies and I wanted to help out. Thomas and I have a few trusted vets that we use so I placed some calls asking about holistic remedies for pet allergies and skin issues in dogs and cats. Did you know that giving your pet coconut oil is beneficial in so...
Dehydrated Sweet Potatoes
Happy "Friday Treats Friday" everyone!! I recently started the "Friday Treats Friday" and was curious as to when I posted my first treat recipe for the dogs. I looked back from the very first post and found "Are Sweet Potatoes A "Yes" Or A "No"? on October 26, 2018! My recipes were not consistent like they are now so I am revisiting this post, making some changes, and re-posting for those who have not seen it and for my new followers. I wanted to try out the new dehydrator I had received...
Pet Ailments
It amazes me that animals can have the same ailments and diseases as humans do and can sometimes be treated the same way as we are. But just when you think you've heard it all, something comes across your email and surprises you. A good friend of mine had her yellow Labrador at the vet today to find out he has Horners Syndrome. Her email came through just as I noticed Maggie eating a packet of silicon gels that came in my Macy's shipment. I had ordered a new winter coat and had no idea...
The Woodbury Cabin and Pond
Thomas and I have just come back from a very relaxing trip to Ohio where we stayed in a beautiful, secluded, and peaceful cabin called The Woodbury Cabin and Pond. One place that holds a special meaning to us is Sugarcreek, OH and surrounding areas and we wanted a place where we could take Jake and Maggie this time. I found The Woodbury Cabin located in Coshocton County outside Warsaw, OH through Airbnb and was put in contact with Shane who assured me our dogs were welcome. So, a quick...
Choke collars and how to use them
There are many opinions on using a choke chain/collar on your dog and whether they are good for the pet or not. I admit we do use them on Jake and Maggie but not before we were properly trained in how to put them on and when to use them during training. They were pulling so badly and that's when our trainer brought out this contraption called a choke collar. I was adamant that we would not use one but after being reassured that they would not hurt them if used properly, I was ok with it....
What is Proofing?
Sooo, as you all know, we put Jake and Maggie through training and have been working with them using all the "key" words they have learned. I had no idea I was "Proofing" them until I read more about it. What does PROOFING mean? Proofing in dog training refers to a stage of training that is often referred to as distraction proofing. Distraction proofing SHOULD be the final stage of training completed and is the direct link needed to have a successful OFF LEASH dog, or a dog that will...
What does “Cruelty Free” mean?
This is a re-post and correction update: I was recently contacted by Greg McFarlane, Director of Vegan Australia, about my inaccurate information pertaining to the meaning of and definition of what Veganism actually means. Greg has been involved with the animal rights and vegan movements for the last 10 years and is currently a director of Vegan Australia. His focus is on reducing the barriers to veganism by campaigning for systemic changes which make veganism more mainstream, convenient,...