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How Many Ways

30 Sep

I know I have blogged many a time on how much I love The Honest Kitchen’s product called Ice Pups. Obviously the two easiest forms that I usually get my Ice Pups in is either as ice cubes (also known as “puppy-sorbet”) or a warm broth (very tasty on cold mornings) but there are other ways us pups can enjoy the poultry deliciousness that is Ice Pups.

  • You can use Ice Pups in recipes like this Honest Kitchen recipe for Puppy Birthday Cake.
  • Some people like to make crock-pot stews for their pups (something my not-related aunt Angelica likes to do). The dissolved Ice Pups makes a great broth for any crock-pot doggy stew! In fact I once had an incredibly chop licking one that had turkey, green beans, and of course, Ice Pups.
  • During the summer, if you’re looking for a way to not only occupy your dog but to also keep them cool and hydrated, make a frozen treat ring. Dissolve a big batch of Ice Pups and pour it into a large pan (my mom likes to use bundt cake pans). Take a handful of treats that aren’t too easily dissolved (we’ve used Zuke’s Mini Naturals but you can also use pieces of baked chicken or other things your pup likes) and scatter them throughout the broth filled pan. After it’s frozen, you have a great treat that will keep your pooches occupied until every last nom is gone.
  • Last but certainly not least, you can also use Ice Pups to hydrate your dog’s (or cat’s) Honest Kitchen food. While it takes the process a step further, the boosted taste just can’t be beat (trust me, I know these things).

I would love to know if there are any other great uses I may have missed, or any of your favorite recipes that include the use of Ice Pups! So please make sure you leave a comment.

Happy tail wags!

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Lend Me a Foot

7 Sep

The other day, my mom returned home from doing errands with a surprise wrapped in a fun paper bag (I say fun because paper bags are the best things to tear and rip, my specialty). Of course I had to wait until she got the camera out before I was able to see what it was (even though I could smell it was something delicious).That, my dear readers, is a dehydrated chickens foot. Apparently many humans around here don’t enjoy these yummy little delicacies so lucky for me they are sold for us pups! You see, chicken feet are filled with stuff called glucosamine and chondroitin which are good for a dog’s joints, especially if they have arthritis. I don’t have to worry about that yet (lick on wood) but chicken feet are still a yummy snack to have every now and again.

My mom was a bit intimidated by the claws and did a little digging to see if they had to be removed, but they don’t. You can even feed chicken feet raw and skip the whole dehydration process!

I found my chicken foot to be incredibly tasty. I managed to scarf it down in a little under 5 minutes; not quite my best time, but close. Since my mom bought it at a shop she likes to buy lunch at, I imagine I will be seeing more of them in my future! You can usually find chicken feet at specialty food stores or you can even ask your local butcher.

Happy tail wags!

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More Fishy Goodness

16 Aug

If you get The Honest Kitchen newsletter, you would have noticed in the August 9th issue a sneak peak at the tasty goodies being packed in Honest Kitchen’s new fish based food called Zeal. Not available until September, Zeal is Honest Kitchen’s first fish-based food and is completely free of grains, white potatoes and flax. And like all food from The Honest Kitchen, it is 100% human food grade and are always taste tested by some lucky humans.

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Because of my Web Hound Allie status with The Honest Kitchen, I was able to get my frito-smelling paws on one of the Zeal test batches. Let me just say, it is absolutely delicious! Mom was quite impressed with the nice large chunks of fish (Herring and Whiting which are white fish) and also how low on the fishy smell it is. Of course a slight fish smell doesn’t really bother my mom (she loves fish like me!) so she was just happy she wouldn’t have to hear my nanny complain. Humans and their abhorrence to stinky things; it’s silly really.

I have been eating Zeal for a little over two weeks or so and I haven’t had any tummy upsets, so I definitely give it two paws up. I’d give all four, but I haven’t yet learned how to roll over on cue. The only difference I have noticed (besides the taste of course) is that the Zeal seems to take a little longer to rehydrate than Keen seemed to. Or maybe my mom has just been adding a little too much water and not realizing it.

If you’re interested in purchasing Zeal, you’ll be able to pre-order batches on The Honest Kitchen’s online store next month. A portion of Zeal’s profits will be donated to marine based charities like the World Wildlife Fund, The Blue Ocean Institute, and The Nature Conservancy. So not only will your dog being getting a full belly of tasty fish, but you will also be helping ocean conservation efforts. Sounds like a good thing to me.

Happy tail wags!

Source: Phetched, The Honest Kitchen Newsletter

P.S. Don’t forget, the Krazy for Pets coupon code is still good until the end of August.

(FTC Disclosure: I was given a four pound test batch of The Honest Kitchen’s Zeal free of charge because of my Web Hound Ally status)

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Krazy For Pets Coupon!

12 Aug

The pawesome company Krazy for Pets were so happy to have been mentioned in my post about the Himalayan Dog Chews that they have decided to offer all of my readers a 15% discount on any of the treats featured in their online store. The coupon (just type in the code C61M7A66WM10T) lasts until the end of August. I definitely suggest not only scooping up some Himalayan Dog Chews but also some Fromm Cranberry Liver Treats (one of my new favorites) and a bag of Zuke’s Beef Z-Filets. Then again, those are just some of my favorites as I’m sure all the treats Krazy for Pets carries are absolutely delicious, I just haven’t had a chance to eat them all.

So, if you interested in 15% off your Krazy for Pets (you can find the online store here) treat purchase, just use the coupon code C61M7A66WM10T.

Happy tail wags!

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Food Drive

3 Aug

Since the 19th of July, Be the Change for Pets has challenged everyone to be the change by donating food and supplies to local shelters for their Dog Days of Summer Food Drive. Though the food drive was suppose to end on the 31st, it was extended to August 7th. That was great news for slacking and absent-minded humans like mine.

To participate, all you have to do is pick a shelter, pet food bank, or rescue that you want to make a donation to, buy some food, collect towels or blankets, get any supplies a shelter might be in need of, and just make your delivery! If you want to document your donation, just print out a Be the Change flier and have someone snap your photo with the flier and the donation. You can then upload your photos onto the Be the Change for Pets’ facebook page.

Because Friday was the 2nd anniversary of when I was brought to live with my humans, mom and I decided to take the money she would have spent celebrating my “Gotcha Day” and spend it on our donation. We picked up a big bag of Nutro dog food and four cans of Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover’s Soul kitty food to give to the Humane Society of Knox County, our local shelter. Obviously it was kind of hard to not only give up potential presents but to also have to see some food that could fill my belly be given away. I am slowly starting to understand how important it is to give, especially to those (four-legged or not) who are in need, and dogs and kitties looking for their forever homes are definitely in need.

Has anyone made or is anyone thinking about making a donation for the Dog Days of Summer Food/Supplies Drive?

Happy tail wags!

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Himalayan Dog Chews

20 Jul

A couple of weeks ago, the Krazy for Pets newsletter arrived in my inbox (what? Your dog doesn’t have e-mail?). This particular article talked about a really unique product called Himalayan Dog Chews. These chews are a type of cheese made using an ancient recipe perfect by Himalayan locals. The chews are 100% natural, fair trade, and only contain the ingredients yak milk, cow milk, lime and salt.

My mom was incredibly curious about the chews, and always wanting to feature unique products on my blog, she contacted the company and asked if they were willing to send us a sample. They were more than happy to send us some! I was under the impression that the Himalayan Dog Chews were going to be slightly soft as they are a cheese. Surprisingly, the chews were hard and smelled faintly of hay (the stuff cows and horses like to eat). I didn’t quite know what to do with it at first. I threw it around a bit and pounced on it, but after a nibble I realized it was quite tasty. Because of the hardness (similar to that of a nylabone), it took me over an hour just to eat 1/4 of it. My mom took it away from me at that point as she wanted to see if the chew would aggravate my tummy. There were no symptoms (loose or runny stool, gas, vomiting) of it upsetting my colitis, so I was cleared to not only finish the first treat, but to also start on the other two in the package! The chews left no stains and hardly any crumbs so it was couch approved too.

There is some discrepancy in the pet community as to whether or not dairy, and therefore cheese, is good for dogs. As long as a dog is not allergic, cheese should be fine in moderation. In fact, a lot of reward-based obedience trainers use little cubes of cheese to praise good behavior. So, if your dog isn’t allergic to milk, Himalayan Dog Chews would be prefect, especially if you’re looking for something to keep your dog busy or have a heavy chewer. It took me at least a week or so to finish off my first chew, and it definitely gave my jaw a work out.

Make sure you check out the Himalayan Dog Chew website for their FAQ and a list of stores that carry the treats organized by state and province. If you would like to order online, Krazy for Pets carries small and medium.

Happy tail wags!

(FTC disclosure: I was supplied Himalayan Dog Chews by the company for free with the intent of writing a review of their product.)

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Sticking My Neck Out

25 Jun

I have mentioned many times that my mom likes to mix it up when it comes to my food and treats. There is some controversy as to whether or not variety is good for a dog; my mom feels it is good as long as we don’t go crazy about it. That usually means the main part of my meals, right now it’s The Honest Kitchen’s Keen, is the constant while the additions to my food (yogurt, vegetables, extra meat) are what changes a few times a week. After reading about the benefits of raw meaty bones on Doggy Bytes, my mom took a trip to The Loyal Biscuit and brought home some Primal chicken necks.

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If you are thinking that my mom is crazy for feeding me chicken necks because you’ve always thought chicken bones were bad for dogs, let me clarify something for you. Cooked chicken bones, or any bones for that matter, are not for dog consumption because they become brittle in the cooking process and so they splinter far more easily. Raw chicken bones are completely fine as they are soft and easily digestible. Of course there is still the danger of choking which is why it is never a good idea to leave a dog unsupervised while they are enjoying their raw meaty bones.

Back to me! I was offered my first chicken neck on a plate in my front yard. I was not allowed to eat it in the house for fear I would make a mess and get chicken goop everywhere. The chicken necks smelled kind of yummy, but after a tentative lick I didn’t want any of it. It wasn’t until my mom removed the skin that I actually gave it a good nibble. It was quite good, but I was having a hard time maneuvering it. Again my mother stepped in by holding the chicken neck as I chomped away. This didn’t make her too pleased, but I definitely was! Well, for awhile.

After eating the neck completely (minus the skin), I went back into the house for a drink and then promptly threw up. While there can be reasons to be concerned when you’re pets vomit, this time there was no need for alarm. I will occasionally empty my stomach when I have eaten something that just does not agree with me; it usually happens right after and I only do it once. This was one of those times. It could also have been because my system is not use to that type of food and it just disrupted things.

For now my mom has decided to lay off the raw meaty bones for awhile and research a bit more. I hope she figures out something soon because while my stomach didn’t agree with the chicken necks my taste buds definitely did.

Happy tail wags!

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I’m Seeing Starlets and Choppers

18 Jun

If you’ve never heard of the company Biscuits by Lambchop, it’s time to perk your ears my way. First introduced to the company by the blog Pawcurious, Biscuits by Lambchop has been on my pup radar for quite sometime. The founder and “Chief Canine Confectioner,” Annette Frey, started experimenting with treat recipes after her pooch Lambchop developed different medical problems, one of them being food allergies. She wanted to be able to reward her four-legged friend with more than just affection. Eventually Annette came up with a recipe that met all of Lambchop’s dietary restrictions and still held up to his picky tastes. And so, Biscuits by Lambchop was born!

Free of soy, gluten, corn, dairy, rice, eggs, nuts, animal protein, and preservatives, the biscuits that are sold come in two flavors; Choppers (banana, coconut, and vanilla) and Starlets (apple, honey, and cinnamon). The Starlets are named after the companies “Official Spokes-dog,” Starlet. The treats are also low in fat, sodium, and phosphorus which is perfect for dogs that have pancreas, liver, and kidney issues.

Mom thought the treats would be great for me since I sometimes have my tummy problems. But she was also wary as I can be quite picky about my treats and don’t tend to enjoy those in biscuit form. I was wary because apples and bananas really aren’t my thing. So mom held off on buying some just in case I didn’t enjoy them. Luckily, Annette had an opportunity for some of the facebook fans of Biscuits by Lambchop to try a sample of each flavor. When the package arrived, not only was I excited to try these wonderfully smelling goodies, but I was tail-waggingly happy to see the Adopt a Shelter Pet stamps on the box! I don’t send much mail as it can be hard to use writing tools when you have paws, but I know my mom has been using them on every piece of mail she sends.

It seems my attention span has gotten me off topic again! So anyway, first up was the Starlets.Mom said they smelled like apple pie and thought she might enjoy them if I didn’t. Unfortunately for her, I scarfed them right up. They were definitely crunchy but it didn’t stop my snacking. If a biscuit is too hard I will often spit it out and wait for my mom to break it into pieces. The Starlets required no additional breaking other than what my teeth could accomplish.

On to the Choppers!Shaped cutely like a lambchop, these treats were a bit too unwieldy for my dainty mouth. They did require some breaking from my mom, but not because of hardness. With much enjoyment, the Choppers were quickly eaten up with the same relish as the Starlets; one might think even more so as I ended with some extra chop licking.

For training treats, I don’t think these would work for me. I only show motivation when I am given extremely high value treats (like liver or chicken jerky). However, I definitely enjoyed them as a snack (I love my snacks). They also stood up to their catch phrase of “sensible treats for sensitive pets” as I had no tummy problems from them what so ever. I’m pretty sure my mom will be making a purchase at Biscuits by Lambchop very soon. Hopefully of the Starlets. I’m pretty sure those were my favorites!

If you would like the buy either the Starlets, Choppers, or both, please visit the Biscuits by Lambchop website.

Happy, tasty tail wags!

Source: Biscuits by Lambchop

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Ice is Delicious

19 May

I have a confession to make; I love ice. I know it all started when I was a puppy, but I don’t quite remember the first time I had a piece. I do know that every time I hear the freezer door open or the familiar sound of the ice tray cracking, I come a-running! Other dogs laugh at me (as do the kitties) saying that it’s no more than frozen water. I don’t care what they say! I love to crunch it between my teeth, throw it across the room, and leave bits on the couch so when nanny sits down she has a cold surprise.

On my birthday, I received a package from The Honest Kitchen. In it was a can of their treat mix called Ice Pups.

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Under full disclosure to my readers, I am an Honest Kitchen Ally known as a Web Hound. That means I am a fan of the company (I eat their food!) and don’t mind talking about them every once and a while on my blog. It also entitles me to potential freebies (like the Ice Pups), coupons, and taste-testing of new products.

Ice Pups is a powder mixture made from ingredients like dehydrated chicken, dandelion, turkey, whey, and asparagus. Mom said it kind of smelled like chicken soup, especially when mixed with warm water. To begin the process of making an Ice Pup all you humans have to do is add warm water and stir. It can then be served warm, like a puppy tea (it’s good for kitties too!), or put into an ice tray and frozen for a cold treat. The latter option is what my mom did.

Ice Pups fulfills my craving for crunchy ice with added tastiness and good-for-me nutrients. I actually enjoy them so much, I didn’t leave any on the couch for nanny to find. Mom is thinking about adding the warm, liquid version of the Ice Pups to Harry and Gracie Lynn’s diet as well. When mom made her first batch, Gracie decided to taste test the powder and wound up with it all over her nose! Harry has has some problems with urinary tract infections in the past and the key is to up his fluid intake. Ice Pups can be beneficial in that way. It’s also great for pets who have been through surgery and aren’t eating or drinking as much as they should.

If you would like more information or to purchase a can of Ice Pups (they now have a new 10 ounce tin!) check out The Honest Kitchen site here.

Happy tail wags!

P.S. If you would like me to review a product, please e-mail me at dear(dot)pru(dot)1(at)gmail(dot)com. I’m always game for new things.

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My Wishes are for Fishes!

18 May

Remember the post about my switch to The Honest Kitchen’s Keen and how I mentioned that Honest Kitchen had a new fish treat called Wishes? Well, the wonderful people at Honest Kitchen sent little ole me a sample bag of their new snack!

Here’s where I say under full disclosure that I am an Honest Kitchen Allie known as a Web Hound. That means every so often I will chat about the company here and on my Twitter or facebook and will occasionally receive free samples, discounts, or products to taste test. If you are a fan of Honest Kitchen, you too can become and Allie (they have tons of different programs). Check the program out here for more information.

Now that that’s done with, it’s on to the good stuff! Wishes are dried pieces of Icelandic haddock and it can be enjoyed by both dogs and cats. The fish is caught using a line and hook as not to negatively impact the rising haddock population in Iceland. Wishes are grain-free and are a great snack for pets that have allergies or cannot eat certain things like specific meats.

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Mom was a little bit worried that these treats wouldn’t send me swimming upstream. I had tried a fish based treat a long time ago that I did not enjoy. Her worries were for naught though! The second the smell of fish hit my little, wet nose, my butt would not stop wiggling. Nanny was not impressed with the smell as it is quite strong, but she gets bothered by lots of things (like when I chew on the couch pillows). Mom didn’t mind it as she enjoys eating dried fish so she is use to it.

Wishes are definitely one of my new favorite treats! Mom has been using them as training treats and has noticed I seem to come to attention much faster.Gracie Lynn even enjoys them much to my displeasure (I hate sharing). She has tried to run off with the bag a couple of times and has chewed up a corner of it trying to break it open. Harry is very uninterested, but he’s picky. He only really like a nice piece of chicken as a snack.

So if you’re on the lookout for a new treat to try for either your cat, dog, or both, give Wishes a try! You can order them online here or check with your local independent pet supply store. Oh and check back tomorrow to see another product I was sent.

Happy tail wags!

P.S. If you would like to send me a dog related product to review, please e-mail me, Prudence, at dear(dot)pru(dot)1(at)gmail(dot)com

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