Win a Precision Plus Digital Scale from EatSmart and Join Our Weight Loss Journey!

November 1, 2012
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EatSmart Digital Scale Giveaway
We’re celebrating the 3rd week of our weight loss journey and we want you to join us! Don’t wait til January 1st to begin a weight loss program of your own…you can get started now and feel great when you ring in the New Year as a healthier, thinner YOU!

Woof Woof Papa and I have been using the EatSmart Precision Plus Digital Bathroom Scale to track our progress and you can read all about it in our recent product review here! We hope that this chance to WIN one of your own will help you get motivated, too!

Win a Precision Plus Digital Scale from EatSmart ($65 value)

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Canine Influenza: Dogs Can Get the Flu, Too!

October 29, 2012
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Dog Flu

Did you know that dogs can get the flu, too??? Canine influenza can be a serious threat to dogs, but its signs may be easily confused with another respiratory disease called Bordetella (canine cough).  Just like Bordetella, dogs that spend time at boarding facilities, doggy daycare, groomers, dog parks, and group training are at higher risk.

The most common sign of dog flu is a soft, wet cough that may last for 3 to 4 weeks. Other signs include fever, runny nose, fatigue, and loss of appetite. Like human flu, dog flu can lead to more serious conditions like pneumonia. Up to 8% of dogs that get the flu can die from the infection. About 20% of infected dogs will show no signs of disease but can still spread CIV to other dogs.
To help protect your dog against the dog flu, speak to your veterinarian to find out if vaccination is recommended. For more information on Canine Influenza check out MyPet.com.

This post was written on behalf of DogTime Blog Champion Program for awareness purposes and is not medical advice. For medical advice and recommendations you should speak directly with your veterinarian. Only they can say which vaccinations or other medical treatments are appropriate for your pet.

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Nutrisystem Week 2 Update: Food Log, Weight Loss Tracker and Apps #NSNation

October 27, 2012
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trackers and tools
Woof Woof Papa and I just finished our second week on the Nutrisystem weight loss program and we’re already starting to see results. Last week I told you about what to expect when your first Nutrisystem food order arrives and how we got started by organizing everything. Although it can seem overwhelming at first, we’ve been pleasantly surprised at how simple the system is to follow!

What’s really been helping us learn the program and stay on top of everything is all the fun and easy to use apps, trackers and other online tools Nutrisystem provides for members. I’ve already done a quick live chat with an online counselor when I had a question about my favorite Chobani yogurt and she was super friendly and helpful (more exciting news about Chobani soon!!!).

Chat with Nutrisystem counselor

What I like most so far is how I can log my info on either my laptop, iPad or phone depending where I am and what I’m doing…once you’ve created your online profile, it all syncs together to save the information in one place! So helpful since keeping tabs on what you eat and when is essential to staying on track. It’s not necessary to memorize everything since it’s all laid out so nicely, that the log also serves as a meal planner. You can use it to decide what to eat by browsing the options, and then record what you ate by adding items.  Here’s what the phone app looks like when you are in the meal planner section:

Nutrisystem food log screenshot


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New KONG Premium Dog Treats – Fun, Yummy and Made in the USA!

October 22, 2012
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KONG Premium Dog Treats

You’re probably already familiar with the KONG name and know it’s a brand you can trust. Daisy’s very first toy was a KONG and I’m sure the same is true for many of your fur babies, too. Now come KONG Premium Dog Treats.

Made in the USA with natural ingredients, these treats contain NO wheat, corn or soy and NO animal by-products. Each type of treat in the new KONG treat line is made with premium meats, fruits and/or veggies. And in addition to being fun and yummy, many of the treats are also designed to meet a specific need including Dental Care, Skin & Coat, Allergy Sensitivities and more.

KONG Chew Treats Buddies

KONG Chew Buddies are adorable critter-shaped chew treats that come in Bacon, Chicken and Fresh Breath Flavors. I especially love the idea of the Fresh Breath chews made with Alfalfa and Parsley! All three varieties are naturally tasty, easily digestible and designed to treat your dog and help clean their teeth as well. Because of the cute character shapes, they’ll make an excellent Stocking Stuffer this holiday season!

KONG Sweet Potato Stix Dog Treats

KONG Sweet Potato Stix are a super tasty vegetarian dog treat made with healthy, whole foods like real Sweet Potatoes, Carrots and Peas. They are great as a training treat and they are also designed to fit in your dog’s classic KONG toy! In addition to being a natural flavor that dogs love, these sweet potato treats are also great for adding beneficial antioxidants, vitamins, fiber and potassium to your dog’s diet. They come in a resealable bag, too!

Beef Mini Meaty Bites KONG Dog Treats

KONG Mini Meaty Beef Bites are tiny treats with big beefy flavor!  These tasty little treats are wholesome, chewy and made with Real Beef…along with good stuff like Rosemary, Maple Syrup and other natural flavors. These bite-sized bits are perfectly portioned for pocket training treats to take on the go! You’ll also be interested to learn that they fit in the KONG Wobbler. Daisy loves her Wobbler, and when we fill it with tiny treats or kibble, it keeps her occupied and challenged while she works to get the treats out.

Daisy loves her KONG Wobbler!

Want to know more about these tail-waggingly good treats? In addition to visiting the KONG Premium Dog Treats web page, you can also become a fan of KONG Treats on Facebook! Not only will you find special offers and deals, but you can also follow the KONG Treats Instagram feed plus shop for select KONG Premium Dog Treats right from Facebook!

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Nutrisystem Week 1 Update: Getting Started – Unpacking All The Food! #NSNation

October 20, 2012
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Nutrisystem Delivery Pantry Items

Last week I shared the exciting news that Daisy’s Papa and I were starting Nutrisystem weight loss program! Over the next 4 months we’ll be giving you weekly updates on our progress, plus letting you know what we learn and like along the way.

Now that we’ve completed the first week, I thought I’d start by giving you an idea of what to expect when you start the program. My first bit of advice is to choose your start day ahead of time. Many people choose to start on a Monday, but I suggest Saturday as the best start day if you work during the week. It gives you time to get organized and learn how things work. It can all seem a little overwhelming at first, but having the weekend as your first few days gives you the chance to figure it all out and get set up with all the great resources and tools available to members!

Nutrisystem box of food


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