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Can Dogs Get Dry Skin From Chlorinated Water?
I recently took Jake and Maggie to swim in my sister’s pool and two days later, I noticed dry skin and dandruff on Jake and then Maggie. This prompted me to do some research as I did not think about the chlorinated water giving them dry, itchy skin. I know that the dogs should not drink the pool water and also made sure that Jake’s nose was not getting sunburned. With him being a chocolate lab and having lighter eyes and skin than Maggie, I made sure not to keep them out long. They wore...
Mini Tuna Bites
Happy “Friday Treats Friday” everyone! This week flew by and here we are! I was so excited to post this recipe because I made a promise that I would include more cat related posts and when I found this one on Chewy.com, I knew I had to make it for you all! I changed it just a bit along with the name and will give you both recipes. These Mini Tuna Bites are super simple to make and super healthy for your cat. When I was making these treats, Jake and Maggie were dancing around my legs,...
Berry Wine Spritzer
Happy Wednesday everyone! We are half way through the week and what better way to celebrate than to have this Berry Wine Spritzer I made last weekend for a get together at our house. I set a casual table (that post will come next week), made homemade spinach artichoke dip and garlic parmesan wings as an appetizer, Philly cheesesteak sandwiches and crispy potatoes for dinner, and a Oreo cookie/Snickers ice cream cake for dessert. What I like about going to a get together or having one at the...
How To Kill Japanese Beetles
This is a re-post: I thought this was important to send out again so we can all be better prepared. I was at Lowe's this weekend talking to the help in the Lawncare department when the topic of Japanese Beetles came up. I asked about Neem Oil (since I've used it in the past - see below) and was told this product is flying off the shelves. I guess people are bracing themselves for another summer of beetles. The last two years have been difficult trying to get them to leave my yard alone....
Steak, Broccoli, And Whole Wheat Pasta Dish
Happy Friday everyone! It’s another “Friday Treats Friday” for you and I’m so excited to talk about this “dish” I made for the pups. I will say this right now…It is LAB TEST, DOGGIE APPROVED! This isn’t a treat, it’s a whole dish but you can very easily make it into a treat by dehydrating the meat into a jerky. I was at the store debating on whether I should make Thomas and I a rib eye steak salad or cook up a dinner of steak, veggie, and pasta and bam, it hit me! We were all going to...
Is Weed And Feed Toxic To Dogs And Cats?
Re-post - Spring is here and we are thinking about all of the outside work that needs done. Mr. TAL and I have a long list and are looking forward to cooking out on the grill, sitting on our patio with the dogs, and looking out over our well maintained property. This post has been my top read and shared post for the last two years and I hope you find it helpful. Rest assured that Jake and Maggie are safe and can run and play in the yard without getting sick! Happy Wednesday everyone!...
Mushroom Poisoning In Dogs And Cats
This is a repost: I wrote this post back in 2020, and I'm glad I did. We recently had our mulch done, and then so much rain has come down that it's creating mold mounds and mushrooms everywhere. Mold mounds are typically non-toxic to dogs, and when you see them, it's ok to flip them over or spray them out of the way with the hose. But what if you do find toxic mold or aren't sure at all? I found an informative website from WalkingWag.com that can answer some questions: Mulch Poisoning...
Frozen Banana Bites
Happy Friday everyone! It’s “Friday Treats Friday” and I hope you are enjoying these as much as I am. I have to admit that I was a bit stumped this week on what to create for you. I feel like I’ve been using whole wheat floured recipes so much and wanted to change things up. I had some very ripe bananas in the refrigerator and just bought a jar of Extra Virgin Coconut Oil (Unrefined). I also picked up some beautiful looking organic zucchini to make Thomas my fried zucchini recipe (which...
Stars And Stripes Tablescape
Happy Wednesday everyone! Only a few more days until we celebrate the 4th!!! What is everyone doing? We are going over to my sister's house and I'm making bruschetta and a cheese tray to bring over. Even though we are not going to be home, I still decorated our table. I ordered these plates and napkins from Pottery Barn and am very pleased with them. They were having a 40% off sale on dishes and 70% on other household items. I was a little disappointed in the stars and stripes plates...
Red, White, And Blue Floral Tablescape
Happy Wednesday everyone! As I said in my White Chocolate Covered Cherries post (HERE), 4th of July snuck up on me! I made a trip to Walmart last week and saw this beautiful red and blue "Heritage Floral" pattern dish set from Pioneer Woman but could not get a complete set for 4 in the store. I went home, placed my order on www.walmart.com and when my dishes arrived, I was thrilled. Not only had I envisioned red, white, and blue on my table this weekend, the dishes are vibrant and...