KONG Natural Jerky Dog Treats in Chicken and Beef {Made in USA}

March 12, 2013
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Daisy has been hard at work testing out some new goodies and we’re super excited to tell you about them! As you may know, there have been safety concerns recently about the chicken jerky and treats from some brands that were imported from China, or that were made with sub-par ingredients. This is something I always watch out for carefully and wouldn’t agree to let Daisy try new treats unless they were something I could feel good about.

Things I make certain of before giving Daisy treats: that they are made in the USA and that they are made from natural ingredients. I’m also pretty careful to research the brand carefully if I haven’t heard of them before. Luckily, we were already familiar with the great reputation of the KONG brand when they invited us to try KONG Natural Jerky Premium Dog Treats in both the Beef and Chicken varieties!

What you need to know about KONG Jerky Treats:
  • No wheat, corn or soy
  • No artificial colors or flavors
  • No animal by-products
  • Naturally preserved
  • Ideal anytime treat, training treat or KONG stuffing
  • Made in USA

KONG jerky natural dog treats

Daisy tested both the chicken jerky and the beef jerky over the past several days. I’d say that if she had to pick a favorite, it would be the beef, but both disappeared faster than I could photograph! The treats have a real “jerky smell” so that might be part of what makes dogs love them so much. Many dogs won’t have a flavor preference between the two, but some might have a food sensitivity to one or the other, so it’s great that KONG Treats makes both varieties.

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Tips for Cold and Flu Season: Because You Can’t Take a Sick Day from Being a Mom

March 3, 2013
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cold symptom forecaster

There’s an old saying, “Treat a cold and it will go away in about 7 days. Do nothing and it will last about a week.” While not everyone gets all the same symptoms, according to this Cold Symptom Forecaster, one can expect a cough, sore throat, congestion, and more symptoms to peak during the first 4 days and last about a week.

Whether you are a pet parent, have human kids, or both, most of us have someone else who is counting on us to take care of them. We tend to put our family’s needs before our own and can’t just take off 4-7 days when we get sick.

While there is not much you can do to shorten the duration a cold, there are some things you can do to prevent and treat cold or flu symptoms.

Things to help prevent getting sick in the first place:

  • Wash hands frequently with soap and water, while scrubbing for at least 20 seconds
  • Get into the habit of cleaning the stuff you share with others, such as computer keyboards, phones, remote controls, counter tops, and more, to prevent the spread of cold and flu.
  • Get enough sleep each night (easier said than done!)
  • Eat a healthy, well-balanced diet

What to do if you get sick anyway:

Ask your pharmacist for recommendations and be prepared:

Since I never know when one of us will get sick, and there’s nothing worse than having to go to the store when you’re already sick, I try to remember to stock up on tissues, cough drops and cold/flu relief products whenever I see a deal or have coupons. …especially this time of year!

medicine cabinet

If you aren’t sure what to get, ask your doctor or pharmacist for recommendations. As the #1 pharmacist recommended brand for adult cough,cold and flu relief, Vicks DayQuil can help you power through the day, and Vicks NyQuil is there to ensure you sleep through the night. There’s a reason why NyQuil is called “the night-time sniffling, sneezing, coughing, aching, stuffy head, fever, so-you-can rest medicine!”

nyquil

Daisy’s daddy especially relies on NyQuil to help him sleep when he’s sick, since he has to get up at 5:30am for work and every minute of sleep is essential.  I don’t know about you, but I find it especially hard to sleep when I’m sick. and the only thing worse than being sick, is being sick AND tired!

Important Info:

  • Before trying any new medication make sure to check with your doctor & follow the proper recommended course of treatment.
  • DayQuil & Nyquil is not recommended for children younger than 12. Be sure to consult your physician before giving DayQuil & NyQuil to children.
  • Always follow the usage guidelines for warnings and dosage directions.
  • Visit http://www.vicks.com for more information.

I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Vicks DayQuil & NyQuil. I received product samples and a promotional item as a thank you for participating.

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Sneak Peek Inside The NEW Pawalla Mini Box + $3 OFF for Our Pals!

February 27, 2013
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Pawalla Mini Box for Dogs

There’s a new box in town: Pawalla Mini Box! It’s the latest entry into the super fun trend of mystery box subscriptions for pets, and it proves that good things DO come in small packages!

Pawalla Mini is available for dogs and cats, and this little box offers a great value to pet parent looking for a less expensive alternative to full-sized boxes. As with all Pawalla boxes, anything edible in the Mini box has been hand-picked by Pawalla’s own pet nutritionist, and the rest of their crew are experts at finding unique specialty items for dogs and cats. It’s a smaller and more affordable Pawalla Box option and a great way to surprise and spoil your fur kid each month!

There are three items in each Pawalla Mini Box: One treat, one toy, and one surprise item. The February box had an extra item in it, probably because it was the first month of their new launch…but you never know what extras to expect, which is part of the fun of mystery boxes! Subscriptions are limited for now, so if you’d like to skip right on over and snag yours, be sure to use the Pawalla Promo Code WOOFMINI to get $3 OFF your first order!

daisy peek pawalla

Daisy received her February Pawalla Mini Box this week, so I thought I’d give you a quick overview. She was too eager to try everything and was SO excited that I could NOT get her to sit still for photos.  Here’s what we received in this month’s box. just to give you an idea of the type of high-quality and fun stuff you can expect. Remember that items will vary by pet size and are different each month.

duck treats

Roasted Duck Wigzi Tasties Dog Treats: Made in the USA, these grain-free treats are 100% natural, and great for training since it’s like having little bits of meat in your pocket without the mess! Excellent for dogs with allergies or food sensitivities like Daisy, because they contain only 3 ingredients, Duck, Chick Pea Flour, and Tapioca Flour. And, a portion of all proceeds goes to rescue groups, so what’s not to love???

Grizzly Salmon NuTreats for Dogs

Grizzly Salmon NuTreats for Dogs: Salmon is probably Daisy’s favorite thing, so we were super excited about these all-natural, grain-free bits! Made from wild salmon, these also make a great training treat because of their small size and yummy smell.  Premium quality, made in USA treats.

Lock n' Play Dog Toy

Lock n’ Play Dog Toy: Super fun and interactive chew toy that makes your dog work for their treats! Stuff to yummy bits inside for long-lasting fun as they work to get them out…Daisy has figured out how to bounce hers on the floor to make the treats pop out! Recyclable and made in the USA.

happy jasmine spray

Gerrard Larriett Aromatherapy Spray: This Happy Jasmine spray for pets is making ME happy already just from the amazing smell! Daisy just got a bath so it hasn’t been thoroughly tested in stinking conditions yet, but I sprayed some on her coat and rubbed it in…so lovely! Made with essential oils for a fresh and shiny coat between baths.

What You Need To Know About Pawalla Mini Box:

  • Available for both Dogs and Cats
  • ALL Three Items are Full-Sized Products
  • Customized for your pet’s size and age
  • Treats are All-natural or Organic
  • Hand-picked by Pawalla’s Pet Nutritionist
  • Choose 1-Month @ $14/month, 6-Month @ $13/month or 12-Month Subscription @ $12/month

Ready to snag a Pawalla Mini Box for your dog or cat? Get $3 OFF at Pawalla.com when you use Promo Code WOOFMINI at checkout!

Want more? Check out our review of the original, full-size Pawalla Box which includes more goodies plus wet food, too! And use Promo Code WOOFWOOF for 20% OFF your first box!

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L’Oréal Paris Magic Skin Beautifier BB Cream {Review}

February 20, 2013
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L'Oréal Paris Magic Skin Beautifier BB Cream

BB Creams have been all the rage recently, and I love trying new stuff whenever I get the chance. So I was super excited when the folks over at SheSpeaks invited me to try the new L’Oréal Paris Magic Skin Beautifier BB Cream.

I’m already a huge fan of L’Oréal and usually wear L’Oreal Visible Lift Serum Absolute liquid foundation. I’ve also been a loyal user of their Feria hair color for years. L’Oréal people, if you are reading this, please don’t ever stop making #58…and put the other lady’s picture back on the box! 

What L’Oréal Paris says about Magic Skin Beautifier BB Cream: This product gives the sheer coverage needed to create a natural bare skin finish, while delivering built-in skincare benefits. With four beautifying actions, this all-in-one innovation primes and smoothes, perfects to hide flaws, hydrates all-day, and corrects and evens skin. The product is infused with skincare ingredients like Panthenol, Vitamin E and Glycerin for 24-hour moisturization.

To apply, simply dot on and blend with fingertips. Self-adjusting beads will instantly transform and blend to your skin tone.

What I say about it: First, it makes a good primer and definitely helps make enlarged pores look less noticeable. Goes on smoothly, and didn’t cause my skin to break out. It did a pretty good job at automatically matching my skin tone, but didn’t provide enough coverage to wear alone. It might for someone with less imperfections…I apply it and then use concealer and mineral makeup powder over it to reduce the shine and add more coverage.
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Spoil Your Pet Rotten With a New Mystery Box from PetFlow!

February 4, 2013
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spoiled rotten box for dogs

Have you heard there’s a new mystery box for dogs (and cats) from PetFlow? It’s called Spoiled Rotten, and we think that’s a perfect name for it, since that’s exactly what it’s designed to do! Just in case she wasn’t thoroughly spoiled already, Daisy recently received one and has been busy checking it out.

daisy spoiled rotten box

If you’re not already familiar with mystery box subscriptions, they are a pawtastic way to treat your pet and make a terrific gift for friends and family, too! Each month you receive a surprise assortment of toys, treats and other goodies along with a card describing what’s included. Spoiled Rotten offers a mystery box option for cats and one for dogs so no fur kid will ever feel left out!

petflow spoiled rotten box

Spoiled Rotten promises that every edible product they send is MADE IN THE USA, so you can always feel confident about quality and safety. All products are made by premium companies and each box is stuffed with almost $40 worth of products for only $24.99 a month. Free shipping is included and it’s a great way to discover brand new, amazing products from amazing companies that love your pet as much as you do!

mystery box for dogs

We loved every single item in the Spoiled Rotten box we received and can’t wait to find out what’s in next month’s box! There’s never anything to stress about when you join, since you can cancel anytime, for any reason. The folks at PetFlow want you to always be 100% happy with everything they send, so they test it all thoroughly and promise that if for any reason, your pet is not happy with any of the items in the box, you can return the box (with all the items in it) for a full refund. So far, we can’t imagine that would happen, but wanted to mention it since it’s a great guarantee!

We know you love to save money as much as we do, so we dug up a special discount for you on your first box for cat or dog. Just use Spoiled Rotten Promo Code SRB9 when you order, and GET $5 OFF your first month’s box! Next box shipping is February 15th, so don’t miss out or you’ll have to wait a whole extra month.  Visit PetFlow here to order a box and get started spoiling your own dog or cat!

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