Worry Less, Play More: Save on BarkBox AND Get One Month FREE BarkCare!

October 10, 2013
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Regular readers already know that Daisy & I are super big fans of BarkBox, the monthly mystery box subscription of goodies, toys & treats for dogs. Well, the folks over at their parent company, Bark & Co have been busy putting together an amazing new service for dogs and their humans.

It’s BarkCare, a subscription-based service with BarkCare vets available to chat via phone, email, or video 24/7 so you can receive veterinary assistance right from the couch–or anywhere you have an internet connection.

free barkcare w/ barkbox promo code

Since the motto at BarkCare is Worry Less, Play More, we’ve got a sweet deal to help you do just that! You’ll get $5 OFF any BarkBox plan PLUS a FREE Month of BarkCare ($32 value). 

That’s a total savings of $37! Here’s how:

  • Go here to choose your dog size and choose your plan (monthly, 3 month or 6 month)
  • Use BarkBox Promo Code WMBC5J2P when you order in October
  • You’ll see $5.00 deducted and can then add your shipping address and billing info
  • Shipping is FREE and BarkBoxes are shipped on the 15th of each month
  • A few weeks later, you’ll get a “Welcome to BarkCare” email to activate your FREE month of BarkCare for November

If you’ve been wanting to try BarkBox, this is a GREAT offer because unlike past promotions, you can use the $5 discount on the monthly plan. That means you’ll pay just $24 ($29 reg) for your first BarkBox with free shipping AND the FREE month of BarkCare! Just be sure to cancel in time to avoid being billed for future months. Or, for an even better value in the long run, use the promo code on the 3-month or 6-month plans which are already greatly discounted and include free shipping. Whichever plan you choose, you’ll get a FREE month of BarkCare in November when you BarkBox order in October and use the coupon code WMBC5J2P.

Read on to learn more about BarkBox and BarkCare…

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Find Doctors, Hospitals, Reviews & More with Free Healthgrades App

October 6, 2013
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I’m participating in a campaign for Mom Central Consulting on behalf of Healthgrades. I received a promotional item as a thank you for my participation.

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When we moved to Florida several years ago, we were completely new to the area. We didn’t know many people, so we went through a lot of trial and error at first finding new grocery stores, car repair, hair stylists…even doctors. I sure wish we’d known then about Healthgrades, the leading website for information on hospitals and physicians!

Healthgrades has a free app for iPhone that lets you research and locate specialists, family doctors, dentists and more. You can compare hospitals, save and share info from friends, and set appointment reminders to help you better manage your family’s health care needs.

After finally finding a doctor we love and going to her for quite some time, she’s relocating, so I’ll be using Healthgrades to research and choose a new primary care physician. It’s got a feature to help you to find doctors based on insurance coverage, which is super handy! And I love that you can get access to over a million consumer reviews from patients. Great to get real opinions from real people!

Even if you are already happy with your current physician, this app would be really helpful if you and your family travel. You never know when you might need to locate a doctor while on vacation or traveling for work!

Be sure to download and try the free Healthgrades app to use for your family.

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How Often Do You Wash Your Dog Bowls?

September 30, 2013
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I was washing Daisy’s food and water bowls this morning and got to thinking about how often you’re really supposed to do it. It’s easy to forget simple things like this…there’s so much for pet parents to keep up with between monthly heartworm meds, vet appointments, nail clipping, etc!

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Keeping Your Dog Bowls Clean

Although dogs tend to lick their bowls til they appear clean, they sure do get germy and slimy if you don’t wash them regularly. If you Google “How often to wash dog bowls?” you’ll find various recommendations from every day (makes sense but I’ll admit I don’t do it that frequently) to once a week.

Some experts recommend a little bleach, other say to put them in the dishwasher (as close as Daisy & I are, I’m kind of grossed out at the idea of washing her dishes with ours). I just stick them in the sink and soak them in hot, soapy water after breakfast a couple times a week and then scrub and rinse them well later in the day. I keep a separate brush and sponge to use for her bowls.

Depending upon whether your dog eats dry kibble only like Daisy, or also eats wet food, you might want to do it more often. I’ve read that it also depends on what type of material the bowls are made from. Plastic or rubber bowls are more porous and will need to be washed much more frequently to remove bacteria. Stainless steel or glazed ceramic help prevent the bacteria from hiding and growing in the bowl’s surface so they are often what veterinarians recommend.

How often do YOU wash your dog’s bowls and what method do you find easiest and most effective? We’d love to read your tips and advice!

Want to learn more about the basics of dog care? Check out these great resources from the ASPCA!

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Snag FREE Unlimited Workout Videos for 30 Days!

September 17, 2013
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I’ve just discovered a super cool new source for unlimited workout videos and I’m really excited to sign up for a FREE 30 Day trial membership! I am not super athletic but I AM a really BIG fan of workout videos…I own the full set of Zumba, Hip Hop Abs, a few from Jillian and The Biggest Loser, etc. Daisy likes doing step aerobics, in case you were wondering!

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I love trying new routines and types of workouts but it gets pricey to keep buying DVD’s, plus you never know if you’re going to like them til you try them. That’s why this new service from DailyBurn sounds perfect! They’ve got everything from Dance Aerobics to Kettlebells and Yoga, plus community support and lots of great tools to help you get fit.

free workout videos

Right now, you can snag a 100% Risk-Free 30-Day Trial with access to ALL Workout Videos and it’s TOTALLY FREE! You Can Access DailyBurn On All Supported Devices:

  • iPhone
  • iPad
  • Android
  • Roku
  • Computer(PC/Mac)
  • AppleTV
  • iPod
  • Samsung Smart TV

You will not be charged until your 30-Day Free Trial is complete. After 30 days, you will be charged $10 (plus tax where applicable) recurring monthly. Cancel anytime before your free trial period ends and you will not be charged. Just visit DailyBurn here to check it out and snag your free 30-day membership with unlimited workout videos & more!

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10 FREE Kindle Books: Alternative Health for Dogs, 925 Ways To Save Money + More

August 24, 2013
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Did you know that you can read Kindle Books on just about any device including Android, Apple, Windows and more? So even if you don’t have a Kindle, you can still add them to your library and enjoy anytime! Just download a FREE Kindle Reading App for your smartphone, tablet or PC.

free kindle books about pets and money

There are several new FREE Kindle Editions available today for download over at Amazon that I thought would be of interest to pet parents plus a few other titles I thought looked cool.  Remember that prices change frequently over at Amazon, so act quickly and be sure you verify each book is still $0.00 before confirming your order.

Free Kindle Books About Pets and Money:

Alternative Healthcare For Dogs Facing Cancer – Apollo’s Story $0.00 ($9.99 reg)
Buji and Me: 7 Lessons from the Dog Who Rescued Me $0.00 ($4.99 reg)
Every Kid’s Guide to Making and Managing Money (Living Skills) $0.00 ($3.99 reg)
Dog Breed Facts for Fun! Book O-R $0.00 ($3.27 reg)
How To Talk Dog: Dog Care and Training Advice $0.00 ($2.99 reg)
Dog Health Care – 11 Critical Health Tips! Including Parvovirus, Diarrhea, Ticks & Fleas $0.00 ($2.99 reg)
The Dogs of My Life $0.00 ($0.99 reg)
925 Ideas to Help You Save Money, Get Out of Debt and Retire $0.00 ($0.99 reg)
A Little Bit of Everything For Dummies $0.00 ($0.99 reg)
AARP 2013 Almanac: Free Stuff, Scams and Savings, Diet and Health Tips, Movie Classics and More $0.00

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