This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx on behalf of Amazon Prime Video. I don't know what set the puppy fever off in me... maybe it was working from home, quarantine, or spring like weather in early March. Maybe it was endless scrolling of the cutest puppies online. Or maybe it was just because it's what I needed. My whole family thought I was crazy when I decided that a puppy was indeed what our family needed and to be honest, looking back, I probably was a little crazy. But now, 8 months later, I couldn't imagine our family without Collie in it! While he belongs to us all, Collie and I have definitely formed the strongest bond. He is a Mama's boy for sure. And even though he's still technically a puppy, he's a big boy at almost 60 pounds, which means he's almost as big as my girls! That's why I'm most often the one taking him … [Read more...]
How to Keep Your House Clean with Dogs – Art of Green Review
This post was sponsored by Art of Green® and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. When we brought Collie, our new AussieDoodle, home in April, I felt like I was bringing home a new baby all over again. We had prepared in the weeks leading up to his arrival by cleaning, "puppy proofing", and buying toys and supplies to be ready for him. It kind of felt like what I did when the girls were first brought home from the hospital! Some of the same concerns I had for them, I had for our new puppy. Keeping cords and wires out of the floor, putting away all medicines, and even shoes to keep them from becoming new chew toys. I was also concerned with adding yet another member to our family and all the work it would entail. Another concern was keeping our house from feeling [and smelling!!!] like a zoo! We already … [Read more...]
Here’s What You Need When Camping with Dogs – Free Printable Checklist
Going camping with dogs is even more fun than going camping on your own, but now you have to remember to bring even more along. Whether you're camping in a tent or a RV, here's a great printable checklist to make sure you remember everything you need when going camping with your dog. This post is in partnership with NOW®. All opinions are my own. While I've shared lots of photos of our newest family member on instagram, I don't think I've introduced Collie, our Aussiedoodle [Australian Shepherd and Poodle], to the blog yet. Collie, so far, has been the best thing to come out of the pandemic and shutdown for our family. I decided if we were ever going to get a dog, now was the best time while everyone was home and could help with training and developing a relationship. He came home with us on April 3rd and our lives … [Read more...]
4 Ways to Help Animal Shelters and Cats When You Can’t Adopt
This post is sponsored by Cat's Pride but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. Buy Cat's Pride Cat Litter That might sound a little crazy at first, but wait until you hear what signing up for the free Cat’s Pride Club and nominating your local shelter to receive a litter donation. Donate supplies for animal shelters While we have the cat litter covered thanks to the Litter for Good initiative, shelters are often in need of household items like blankets and sheets. Instead of just tossing them in the trash or selling in a yard sale, consider donating them to a local shelter. You can even hold a donation drive or ask for cat supplies for a shelter in lieu of birthday gifts! Just because you can't adopt any more cats, doesn't mean you can't make a difference in their sweet, furry lives. You can do one or all of … [Read more...]
Make a Cat Grass Garden with Herbs Cats Can Eat
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #LitterMaidWalnut #LitterMaid #CollectiveBias Does your cat eat grass outside? Is your cat trying to eat plants inside your home that aren't safe? Make your own cat grass garden with herbs that cats can eat safely. Oh cats. They bring joy, cuddles, and fluffiness into our lives but they also bring... mischief. I've never met a cat that isn't curious, which I guess is why that saying has stuck when it comes to felines. But with mischievousness also sometimes comes a bit of danger. We have two cats inside, one who likes to go outside as much as possible, and he always goes straight for patches of grass to nibble. While this isn't always dangerous outside, it can be inside because some plants are harmful to cats and his outside … [Read more...]
Simple DIY Cat Bed to Match Any Home Decor
Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #NutrishForCats #NutrishPets #CollectiveBias Do you have a cat that loves boxes? Make your own DIY cat bed with a simple basket to compliment any home decor style and keep your cat happy! I don't know what it is, but cats absolutely love boxes. Well, most cats do. Frosty, the bigger of our two cats, doesn't seem to like them quite as much as his smaller sister, Bella. Even my previous cat, Roxy, loved any box she could find and she was a BIG cat who loved small boxes as much as big ones. And Bella is the same way - playing a game of Monopoly and leave the lid upside down? She'll be in it. Get a new pair of shoes and leave the box open on the floor? Consider it no longer yours. Bella's love of boxes, and taking cat … [Read more...]
Introducing the Robot Litter Box that You Need Now
Love your cats, but are you tired of scooping their litter box daily? I have the answer and it's quite amazing - you need a robot litter box! Take a look at how this machine can transform your cat duties! I remember the first time I saw a video of a robot litter box show up in my Facebook Newsfeed. I thought it was something right out of the future and it was immediately placed on my mental Wish List. That's why when I received word that I would be receiving a Litter-Robot at no cost in exchange to review, I was quite excited. I told anyone who would listen - hubby was skeptical, the girls were amazed at my explanation, and my parents were ecstatic as they hoped it would mean they wouldn't be scooping the litter box when we're away. I joked in my instagram stories that being SO excited about our robot litter box being delivered … [Read more...]
Pet Care for Kids + Free Printable Kids Pet Chores Chart
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MeowMixatTarget #CollectiveBias Having a pet teaches children respect, compassion, and most importantly responsibility. Use this printable chart to help teach pet care for kids. I've had a cat for the majority of my life. If I hadn't married my husband, yes, they would have probably referred to me as the Crazy Cat Lady. But I did get married and I still have a cat, two actually, and hopefully I'm raising two crazy cat ladies as daughters! All joking aside, having a cat in the house always makes it feel a bit more like a home to me. There's something special about an unconditional love that pets share with their owners. When we went to adopt a cat almost 2 years ago, we were told that there was an extra kitten that had … [Read more...]
DIY Halloween Costume for Dogs – Pumpkin Spice Latte Pup!
Looking for adorable DIY Dog Costumes for Halloween? This easy costume comes together in minutes and pays homage to everyone's favorite fall drink! When my parents moved in with us over 2 years ago, we gained a close family member. Smokey had always been close to use, but especially now since we all live under one roof. My parents adopted their adorable Yorkshire Terrier on Halloween night in 2009. So the holiday definitely has special meaning when it comes to this furry friend! Of course, the girls just like any excuse to help him get dressed up in something other than his normal dog t-shirts. But this year, it was my turn to pick out his Halloween costume and my inspiration came from none other than his his food! While his favorite food fuels Smokey, it got me thinking about what fuels me, especially this time of the … [Read more...]
DIY Cat Toy – Make Your Own Cat Kick Stick
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of The J.M. Smucker Company. The opinions and text are all mine. Do your cats love to play? This DIY cat toy, fabric kick stick is an easy project that your cats will love to kick and throw! Are your indoor cats super active? Our two cats, Frosty and Bella certainly are. Even though they are well out of the kitten stage at almost 2 years old, they still certainly love to play. In fact, I know that if I don't provide them with enough toys, they get a little mischievous and make toys out of my things - like hair ties and socks! That's one reason I decided they were definitely in need of some new cat toys. While I was shopping around I didn't expect to find such a variety of kick sticks for cats, especially with some higher price tags. That's when I decided to get crafty … [Read more...]
Make Your Own Cat Litter Box Furniture to Hide a Litter Box with This Easy Tutorial
Are you looking for a way to hide a litter box? I did a TOTAL MAKEOVER with this DIY and you can too! See how this project went from an old cabinet to a beautiful cat litter box furniture centerpiece! When we decided to adopt a new cat just a few days after Christmas in 2015, I never knew we'd be driving away with TWO! As far as I knew, they were all spoken for and we were heading to adopt only one of them. When we arrived, however, one of the little ones ended up not having a forever home. So we brought both home and now couldn't imagine having just one of them! Frosty and Bella made themselves right at home from that very first day... and still do as you can see. Frosty ALWAYS wants to be in the middle of everything, including DIY home projects and be the first to play with toys we make them like this DIY Cat Kick Stick. It's safe … [Read more...]
Checklist for Bringing New Kitten Home [Free Printable]
It can seem overwhelming when you're bringing new kitten home - what all do you need? This FREE printable checklist will help you gather everything! This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine. This post may contain affiliate links. A kitten can be such a wonderful addition to your home, but you do need to do some planning before you bringing your new kitten home. But don't let all the work hold you back. Whether you're getting a kitten for your child or for yourself, it's well worth the effort, especially when you have this handy Bringing Home a Kitten Checklist to keep you on track. When we adopted our kittens over 3 months ago, we actually went with all intentions of just adopting one. A friend from high school had posted that her cat was having kittens and she was in … [Read more...]