I've never had an issue with my dogs getting into anything they shouldn't and I truly believe that's because I always provide them with something to do even if I'm not home. There's no reason for them to be bored and wandering into mischief in the house and today I'm going to share my tips with you so you can keep YOUR dog happy and occupied.
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Tips to Keep Your Dog Happy and Occupied
Thursday, March 28, 2019
I've never had an issue with my dogs getting into anything they shouldn't and I truly believe that's because I always provide them with something to do even if I'm not home. There's no reason for them to be bored and wandering into mischief in the house and today I'm going to share my tips with you so you can keep YOUR dog happy and occupied.
Tuesday, March 26, 2019
Spring is on it's way and while you're busy spring cleaning inside your home and preparing the gardens outside your home, don't forget about your precious pooch! Your dog likely needs a few things done to prepare him for the nice Spring weather and being outdoors more often. Here's a few things to keep in mind when it comes to preparing your pooch for Spring.
Thursday, February 28, 2019
Dental health is EXTREMELY important for both humans and pets. There are certain breeds of dogs (the smaller ones) that need even more dental maintenance than other breeds because of how tiny their teeth are. And dental health and heart health are interconnected. I am always advocating for pets and trying to educate owners on how to keep their dental health a priority. So of course my blog is no different and today I'm going to tell you about 5 keys to taking care of your dog's dental health.
Wednesday, February 20, 2019
YES! There's a national holiday for celebrating the love (obsession) you have for your pets. So it's totally acceptable to be a crazy Chihuahua lady like I am or cancel plans to stay home and cuddle with your pets!
So I decided to put together a few fun ways to celebrate Love Your Pet Day today!
Thursday, January 31, 2019
Many of you know by now that I have always owned rats and this time I got two males, Meeko and Jax. They were siblings and they've been getting along great. I've always read that having more than one is great because they have a constant companion to bond with. I also read that sometimes they can fight and need permanently separated. Well, that happened with Meeko and Jax.
Friday, January 25, 2019
You come home from literally THE WORST day at work...
Your favorite heels broke, traffic was horrific, you missed a deadline, and you have a splitting headache. But as you open the door you're greeted by a wagging tail, a meowing cat, a chirping bird, a thumping rabbit, or a beautiful fish.
Pets can enrich your life so much and there's no greater feeling than the love of a pet. As an owner of 4 dogs, 2 rats, and 1 fish, I know a lot about balancing your pets with a clean and tidy home. And today, I'm going to give you some tips on how you can have a happy home with pets AND a clean one.
Tuesday, December 18, 2018
Christmas is such a fun time of year and everyone loves to celebrate by giving. But what about your furry friends? You can't forget them! Every year since I've been a pet owner, I've given gifts to all of my pets for Christmas, yes, even my fish. So today I'm going to give you some ideas of gift ideas for different types of pets you may own.
Tuesday, November 27, 2018
Everyone knows my dogs ARE my children so it's no surprise they play a major role in the Holidays in our home. That being said, there's a few things you need to do in order to ensure they stay safe, and also some ways to celebrate with them that won't break the budget. So today, I'm going to share some affordable and safe ways to celebrate the Holidays for your furry friends!
Wednesday, November 14, 2018
I can't believe it myself but the youngest member of my wolf pack turned 9 over the weekend! Sweet Stella is still under the double digits though, so I'm remaining calm.
We celebrated Stella's birthday with tons of snuggles, some delicious wet food (which is a special treat for her), and a present!
Thursday, October 25, 2018
As many of you know, my Chihuahua Grace has struggled in the past with terrible pain from her compressed discs in her neck. She was of course prescribed some pain medicine by the veterinarian but after about a year I wanted to look into some alternative pain treatments for her. Specifically, I wanted to find something that would help with the inflammation and swelling in her body.
That's when I began to explore the idea of Cbd oil for dogs and was pleasantly surprised by what others had to say about it. So many people were using CBD Oil to not only help with current health ailments but to hopefully prevent future ones from popping up.
Wednesday, October 17, 2018
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Before you get all rude and say "Ew" just stop. Rats are not gross. Sure, sewer rats and wild icky rats may make you shiver, but domesticated pet rats are amazing. I've owned rats since I was a teenager. Rats are so so so intelligent and very clean. In fact, they are obsessing with cleanliness and are constantly cleaning themselves.
Before you get all rude and say "Ew" just stop. Rats are not gross. Sure, sewer rats and wild icky rats may make you shiver, but domesticated pet rats are amazing. I've owned rats since I was a teenager. Rats are so so so intelligent and very clean. In fact, they are obsessing with cleanliness and are constantly cleaning themselves.
Friday, October 12, 2018
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Well, that wraps up my Chewy 30 Day Challenge with Only Natural Pet Dog Food. In the first post I introduced you and told you the basics about the food, and in the second post I told you about the changes I'd seen.
Well, that wraps up my Chewy 30 Day Challenge with Only Natural Pet Dog Food. In the first post I introduced you and told you the basics about the food, and in the second post I told you about the changes I'd seen.
Friday, September 28, 2018
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A couple weeks back I shared with you my first thoughts about Only Natural Pet Food from Chewy. With all natural ingredients and nothing that would irritate and make my dogs sensitive I've been super excited to see how they do. Pixie and Rocky were my main testers for this challenge. So what changes have I noticed with their progress on this new diet? Well...
A couple weeks back I shared with you my first thoughts about Only Natural Pet Food from Chewy. With all natural ingredients and nothing that would irritate and make my dogs sensitive I've been super excited to see how they do. Pixie and Rocky were my main testers for this challenge. So what changes have I noticed with their progress on this new diet? Well...
Thursday, September 27, 2018
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You know how it is.... you come home from a horrendous day at work where you feel like you've been holding the tears back all day. You just want to collapse, and when you do, your best furry friend is there to greet you. Magically, you feel all better.
You know how it is.... you come home from a horrendous day at work where you feel like you've been holding the tears back all day. You just want to collapse, and when you do, your best furry friend is there to greet you. Magically, you feel all better.
Friday, September 21, 2018
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Stella has been a therapy dog for a couple months now and she's doing really well with it. I'm convinced that she has the most ideal laid back personality for it too. She just sits there. She's like a little stuffed animal that you can snuggle without her getting fidgety.
Monday, September 17, 2018
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So recently I've been looking more into a human-grade frozen dog food diet for Grace. She sometimes gets bored with her regular kibble and she's the most energetic dog I own so I know she needs the right nutrition for her energy levels. So when Chewy gave me the chance to try Tylee's Human-Grade Beef Recipe Frozen Dog Food, I jumped on it!
Here are the reasons I encourage you to try it with your dog.
Saving Time
It gives all the benefits of a homemade meal to Grace without the prep time. And let's be honest, I have a ton on my plate on a daily and weekly basis. I work full time, blog part time, volunteer every week with Pixie doing pet therapy and Stella every 3 weeks, and I keep the house running and clean. So by the time I have to cook my own dinner the last thing I want to do is make sure I have the ingredient to cook dinner for my dogs as well. This is already made for you and it's frozen so it keeps all the flavor and nutrients in. If you want to give your dog homemade food but you don't want to make it yourself then look no further!
Saving Money
By the time you locate all the ingredients and vitamins you need for a homecooked dog food you will have spent too much money. Plus if you don't utilize all the items in time they can go bad so that's more money wasted. But with Tylee's the meat, fruits, and vegetables are already in the food and all you have to do is defrost it before serving! And some of the ingredients can be pricey to buy yourself since there is stuff like mango, flaxseed, sunflower oil, and spinach.
Great Ingredients
As I already mentioned the ingredients are ON POINT! We have beef, sweet potatoes, mango, broccoli, spinach, and zucchini to give your dog fiber, antioxidants, phytonutrients, vitamins, and minerals. There's also flaxseed and sunflower oil for a healthy coat. And of course there's no corn, wheat, soy, or by product meal. Tylee's is made in the USA with ingredients from around the world.
Better Energy
Grace already had a lot of energy but there's something about her now where she seems to be lazy only in the late evenings and she has plenty of energy for our late afternoon walks before that. She also isn't as gassy as she always was. Thank goodness for that!
Better Coat
I've noticed Grace hasn't been licking her paws which always seemed to be an itchy allergy thing. She also hasn't been scratching at her neck as much and her coat is gorgeous and hardly sheds. My house is very clean compared to the normal fur balls I'd find collecting under the couch and in between the cushions.
Great Taste
How do I know it tastes great? Because Grace devours it! For a while Grace started to pick at her existing dog food as if she was bored with it. She'd only eat it all once Pixie made her way over to the bowl as if she'd eat what Grace didn't. I am so glad to see Grace eats her entire dinner now and wags her tail the whole time she's eating!
You can feed Tylee's Frozen Dog Food as a topper to get your pet used to it or you can just start serving it as the main meal itself. I'm so happy Grace has improved so much with this food!
So recently I've been looking more into a human-grade frozen dog food diet for Grace. She sometimes gets bored with her regular kibble and she's the most energetic dog I own so I know she needs the right nutrition for her energy levels. So when Chewy gave me the chance to try Tylee's Human-Grade Beef Recipe Frozen Dog Food, I jumped on it!
Here are the reasons I encourage you to try it with your dog.
Saving Time
It gives all the benefits of a homemade meal to Grace without the prep time. And let's be honest, I have a ton on my plate on a daily and weekly basis. I work full time, blog part time, volunteer every week with Pixie doing pet therapy and Stella every 3 weeks, and I keep the house running and clean. So by the time I have to cook my own dinner the last thing I want to do is make sure I have the ingredient to cook dinner for my dogs as well. This is already made for you and it's frozen so it keeps all the flavor and nutrients in. If you want to give your dog homemade food but you don't want to make it yourself then look no further!
Saving Money
By the time you locate all the ingredients and vitamins you need for a homecooked dog food you will have spent too much money. Plus if you don't utilize all the items in time they can go bad so that's more money wasted. But with Tylee's the meat, fruits, and vegetables are already in the food and all you have to do is defrost it before serving! And some of the ingredients can be pricey to buy yourself since there is stuff like mango, flaxseed, sunflower oil, and spinach.
Great Ingredients
As I already mentioned the ingredients are ON POINT! We have beef, sweet potatoes, mango, broccoli, spinach, and zucchini to give your dog fiber, antioxidants, phytonutrients, vitamins, and minerals. There's also flaxseed and sunflower oil for a healthy coat. And of course there's no corn, wheat, soy, or by product meal. Tylee's is made in the USA with ingredients from around the world.
Better Energy
Grace already had a lot of energy but there's something about her now where she seems to be lazy only in the late evenings and she has plenty of energy for our late afternoon walks before that. She also isn't as gassy as she always was. Thank goodness for that!
Better Coat
I've noticed Grace hasn't been licking her paws which always seemed to be an itchy allergy thing. She also hasn't been scratching at her neck as much and her coat is gorgeous and hardly sheds. My house is very clean compared to the normal fur balls I'd find collecting under the couch and in between the cushions.
| Before, Grace always finished her food AFTER another dog moseyed on over. |
Great Taste
How do I know it tastes great? Because Grace devours it! For a while Grace started to pick at her existing dog food as if she was bored with it. She'd only eat it all once Pixie made her way over to the bowl as if she'd eat what Grace didn't. I am so glad to see Grace eats her entire dinner now and wags her tail the whole time she's eating!
You can feed Tylee's Frozen Dog Food as a topper to get your pet used to it or you can just start serving it as the main meal itself. I'm so happy Grace has improved so much with this food!
Tuesday, September 11, 2018
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You may remember some of my Chewy 30 Day Challenge posts from the past where over a period of 30 days, my dogs try a new food from Chewy and I give my thoughts on it. Well, there's a new food for them to try and today I want to introduce you to it!
The brand is Only Natural Pet and the food is Raw Nibs. They make this food for dogs and cats, by the way! Now, you may have heard of a raw or freeze-dried dehydrated diet before but that can be a lot of work. While it's great for pets because it improves digestion, reduces symptoms of allergies, and gives your pet healthier skin, it's very time consuming to prepare.
The great thing about Raw Nibs is that it's already been prepared for your pet and you can feed it as a complete meal or even just sprinkling it on top of their existing food. The ingredients are minimally processed and it's ideal for pets with allergies and even picky eaters (I'm looking at you Mr. Rocky!).
So my initial thoughts were that I'm pretty impressed with this food!
It comes in a nice attractively packaged bag and the kibble looks appetizing and safe for my dogs' tiny mouths since it's definitely bite sized! The fact that there's raw organic goat's milk in here is also very impressive. There are no grains and the bag is resealable which makes this super easy on me. No prep and easy storage is a huge relief! There are lots of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals in this food so I know my dogs are getting what they need. There are even probiotics and the protein is highly digestible. Pixie has struggled a lot lately with a sensitive belly so I am really excited to see how she does on this. I think Rocky will really enjoy it too!
Check back in a couple of weeks to see how my gang is doing on their new food!
You may remember some of my Chewy 30 Day Challenge posts from the past where over a period of 30 days, my dogs try a new food from Chewy and I give my thoughts on it. Well, there's a new food for them to try and today I want to introduce you to it!
The brand is Only Natural Pet and the food is Raw Nibs. They make this food for dogs and cats, by the way! Now, you may have heard of a raw or freeze-dried dehydrated diet before but that can be a lot of work. While it's great for pets because it improves digestion, reduces symptoms of allergies, and gives your pet healthier skin, it's very time consuming to prepare.
The great thing about Raw Nibs is that it's already been prepared for your pet and you can feed it as a complete meal or even just sprinkling it on top of their existing food. The ingredients are minimally processed and it's ideal for pets with allergies and even picky eaters (I'm looking at you Mr. Rocky!).
So my initial thoughts were that I'm pretty impressed with this food!
It comes in a nice attractively packaged bag and the kibble looks appetizing and safe for my dogs' tiny mouths since it's definitely bite sized! The fact that there's raw organic goat's milk in here is also very impressive. There are no grains and the bag is resealable which makes this super easy on me. No prep and easy storage is a huge relief! There are lots of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals in this food so I know my dogs are getting what they need. There are even probiotics and the protein is highly digestible. Pixie has struggled a lot lately with a sensitive belly so I am really excited to see how she does on this. I think Rocky will really enjoy it too!
Check back in a couple of weeks to see how my gang is doing on their new food!
Wednesday, August 29, 2018
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My two original girls are a year older and I want to cry. Pixie I had since 2005 and I got Grace 2 years later in 2007. They were an adorable little duo for a couple more years before I got Stella in 2010. Anyways, they've always shared a birthday a week apart with Pixie on August 31st and Grace on August 24th and since they are the best of buddies I always have a joint celebration.
This year the gift was courtesy of Chewy - the Goody Box - Grain-Free Box for Dogs.
I was super impressed with this box! Each selection of food and treats is handpicked for dogs and every box contains 5 or more full size goodies. All the brands of products are premium brands that are grain-free. It's a great way to sample different products and foods to see if your dog is ready for a change or just an occasional treat. And these boxes always come with free shipping and make a great special occasion gift!
Inside this box was:
Natural Balance Limited Ingredient Diets Wet Food - White Fish & Sweet Potato formula in Broth
This was a big hit with Pixie as she has hardly any teeth so food like this that comes in a broth makes it easy for her to consume. The highly digestible grain-free formula is great for keeping things running through her system smoothly. She loved the flavor!
Solid Gold Chewy Dog Treats in Turkey, Sweet Potato and Cinnamon
Again, a great treat option especially because it's easy on Pixie and Grace's little teeth. It's full of protein in the first ingredient (Turkey) and the sweet potatoes give the girls some good fiber. There's even pumpkin and kelp in this recipe! It's great for senior dogs with sensitive teeth, too!
Hartz Bug Eyes Dog Toy
Grace loved this darn thing. She's a chewer and this is great for tough chewers plus it's hilarious to watch the eyes pop out!
Merrick Power Bites Beef Chewy Dog Treats
Another great treat because it's soft and easy on aging dogs and their mouths. All of my dogs seemed to go wild for these treats and loved the beef flavor. They are a great training reward because of their small and convenient size.
Nulo Freestyle Trainers Duck Recipe
These are another great training reward and they come in handy when Pixie is out on her therapy pet visits. These treats have duck as the first ingredient as well as blueberries, cherries, honey, and chickpeas. There's a lot of great nutrients in these and it's only 2 calories per treat so I don't have to worry about making Pixie put weight on.
K9 Natural Meat Mates
This is a delicious food topper and it's great for using on days when my gang seems picky. It uses just a single source protein that's sustainably farmed from New Zealand. I love freeze dried items because it's less mess for me to serve to the pups. Regardless, these guys LOVED this topper!
Make sure to wish Pixie and Grace a happy birthday!
My two original girls are a year older and I want to cry. Pixie I had since 2005 and I got Grace 2 years later in 2007. They were an adorable little duo for a couple more years before I got Stella in 2010. Anyways, they've always shared a birthday a week apart with Pixie on August 31st and Grace on August 24th and since they are the best of buddies I always have a joint celebration.
This year the gift was courtesy of Chewy - the Goody Box - Grain-Free Box for Dogs.
I was super impressed with this box! Each selection of food and treats is handpicked for dogs and every box contains 5 or more full size goodies. All the brands of products are premium brands that are grain-free. It's a great way to sample different products and foods to see if your dog is ready for a change or just an occasional treat. And these boxes always come with free shipping and make a great special occasion gift!
Inside this box was:
Natural Balance Limited Ingredient Diets Wet Food - White Fish & Sweet Potato formula in Broth
This was a big hit with Pixie as she has hardly any teeth so food like this that comes in a broth makes it easy for her to consume. The highly digestible grain-free formula is great for keeping things running through her system smoothly. She loved the flavor!
Solid Gold Chewy Dog Treats in Turkey, Sweet Potato and Cinnamon
Again, a great treat option especially because it's easy on Pixie and Grace's little teeth. It's full of protein in the first ingredient (Turkey) and the sweet potatoes give the girls some good fiber. There's even pumpkin and kelp in this recipe! It's great for senior dogs with sensitive teeth, too!
Hartz Bug Eyes Dog Toy
Grace loved this darn thing. She's a chewer and this is great for tough chewers plus it's hilarious to watch the eyes pop out!
Merrick Power Bites Beef Chewy Dog Treats
Another great treat because it's soft and easy on aging dogs and their mouths. All of my dogs seemed to go wild for these treats and loved the beef flavor. They are a great training reward because of their small and convenient size.
Nulo Freestyle Trainers Duck Recipe
These are another great training reward and they come in handy when Pixie is out on her therapy pet visits. These treats have duck as the first ingredient as well as blueberries, cherries, honey, and chickpeas. There's a lot of great nutrients in these and it's only 2 calories per treat so I don't have to worry about making Pixie put weight on.
K9 Natural Meat Mates
This is a delicious food topper and it's great for using on days when my gang seems picky. It uses just a single source protein that's sustainably farmed from New Zealand. I love freeze dried items because it's less mess for me to serve to the pups. Regardless, these guys LOVED this topper!
Make sure to wish Pixie and Grace a happy birthday!
Friday, August 24, 2018
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So it's been a little over a month since Stella became a therapy dog with KPETS just like her sister Pixie. She
has been to several places now and seems to be getting right into the swing of things. I think she's a natural. However I wanted to highlight some important things especially when it comes to little dogs like Stella.
Doing therapy work basically means Stella gets lots of attention and interaction with people which seems easy enough but it can be exhausting for any dog and it seems to wipe smaller breeds out even more quickly. I always look for any calming signals from Stella to show me that she is starting to get bored or overwhelmed and is ready to leave. Sometimes she'll do that by licking her lips a lot or yawning a few times in a row. I make sure to reassure her that she's a good girl and then I start to withdraw from what we are doing so I can exit with Stella.
If you ever get into pet therapy make sure you always listen to your dog and their needs. Even if we can only do a 15 minute visit that's fine because it's all Stella can handle. The dog is always the boss. There's no point in forcing them to keep going when they are done with it and in fact that can cause issues because they can be a little less friendly with people.
Since Stella is a hard working gal I mad sure to get her on a great food. Nutro Ultra Grain Free Dog Food from Chewy is great for Stella since she gets itchy very easily and I really do believe it has to do with grains in her food. Stella LOVES the Beef Potato and Spinach Recipe and I love that the first ingredient is ALWAYS real beef. She has a really shiny coat and her digestion seems a bit more on track with this food. And since Stella had issues with an ACL injury before, it's important that I give her a food that has vitamins and nutrients to help build up strong bones and joints.
moment with Nutro Ultra Dog Food.
I'm also glad there's no by-product meal, corn, wheat, soy, or artificial flavors and preservatives. Sometimes I even mix a little wet food in with her dry kibble. And of course this food gives me great peace of mind because it's made in the USA and is sourced from trusted farmers and suppliers when it comes to ingredients.
I'll continue to post updates on how Stella does as a therapy dog!
So it's been a little over a month since Stella became a therapy dog with KPETS just like her sister Pixie. She
has been to several places now and seems to be getting right into the swing of things. I think she's a natural. However I wanted to highlight some important things especially when it comes to little dogs like Stella.
Doing therapy work basically means Stella gets lots of attention and interaction with people which seems easy enough but it can be exhausting for any dog and it seems to wipe smaller breeds out even more quickly. I always look for any calming signals from Stella to show me that she is starting to get bored or overwhelmed and is ready to leave. Sometimes she'll do that by licking her lips a lot or yawning a few times in a row. I make sure to reassure her that she's a good girl and then I start to withdraw from what we are doing so I can exit with Stella.
If you ever get into pet therapy make sure you always listen to your dog and their needs. Even if we can only do a 15 minute visit that's fine because it's all Stella can handle. The dog is always the boss. There's no point in forcing them to keep going when they are done with it and in fact that can cause issues because they can be a little less friendly with people.
moment with Nutro Ultra Dog Food.
I'm also glad there's no by-product meal, corn, wheat, soy, or artificial flavors and preservatives. Sometimes I even mix a little wet food in with her dry kibble. And of course this food gives me great peace of mind because it's made in the USA and is sourced from trusted farmers and suppliers when it comes to ingredients.
I'll continue to post updates on how Stella does as a therapy dog!
Monday, August 20, 2018
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I don't know about your pets but 3 of my 4 Chihuahuas are NOT a fan of fireworks and thunderstorms. I mean they become little babies and follow me around trembling. If I'm not home they'll hide. Some people ask how I know they are showing signs and symptoms of anxiety. Well, it's easy. Stella goes to a corner and stares at the wall.
Grace pants excessively, holds a paw up, and gets real restless. Or if I'm around she'll want to be snuggled right up against me.
Rocky puts his ears straight up and back and he will tremble and stare at me with buggy eyes.
Oh and Pixie? She doesn't care. Not one bit. Nothing phases her.
It's heartbreaking to watch and I always say I would try anything to make it easier on them. So I did. And I am so happy with the results from using ThunderWorks products.
The Thunderessence Dog Calming Essential Oil Drops were another awesome solution. These are 100% natural essential oils from Lavender, Chamomile, and Egyptian Geranium. These are common oils that have been used for calming and health benefits in both humans and dogs. They are perfect for at home, vet visits, car rides, and pretty much any stressful scenario. I actually like to put a drop or two right in their bedding at home or in their car seat blanket when we are travelling. It's made vet visits so much easier and if I put a drop or two in their bedding when I know a thunderstorm is on it's way it seems to help them stay calm and happy and barely affected by the thunder.
You have to check out ThunderWorks anxiety products today so you can ensure your pets will be happy and stress free no matter what!
I don't know about your pets but 3 of my 4 Chihuahuas are NOT a fan of fireworks and thunderstorms. I mean they become little babies and follow me around trembling. If I'm not home they'll hide. Some people ask how I know they are showing signs and symptoms of anxiety. Well, it's easy. Stella goes to a corner and stares at the wall.
Grace pants excessively, holds a paw up, and gets real restless. Or if I'm around she'll want to be snuggled right up against me.
Rocky puts his ears straight up and back and he will tremble and stare at me with buggy eyes.
Oh and Pixie? She doesn't care. Not one bit. Nothing phases her.
It's heartbreaking to watch and I always say I would try anything to make it easier on them. So I did. And I am so happy with the results from using ThunderWorks products.
The first thing I tried is the Dog Pheromone Diffuser Kit. This uses calming pheromones to mimic the natural pheromones emitted by dogs and cats to calm themselves. It was actually tested to be over 90% effective for reducing anxiety and unwanted behavior that sometimes comes along with it. I'm lucky I don't see this in my dogs but some people have dogs that can get destructive or noisy. This is a totally drug-free way to help your dog (or cat) feel less-stressed and safer. You can use it in any room that your dog or cat uses the most. It's great for problem barking, keeping pets calm when socializing or training, destructive chewing, loud noises like thunder and fireworks, and uneasiness that comes from being in a new home or environment.
It looks like your average air freshener/diffuser plug in so your guests probably won't even see it. It's nice and discreet and only your dogs can smell it.
It goes good with pretty much any room décor so don't worry about that. Once I started using it during the really bad thunderstorms we had a couple weeks ago I couldn't believe the difference. Rocky kept sleeping, Stella stirred a bit but didn't go to a corner, and Grace didn't even react to the thunder. It was loud too so this wasn't just a small storm that they may not have heard.
See? Grace doesn't even notice it's there. I really love the fact that I don't have to dose my dogs with any medications or drugs to keep them calm and relaxed during scary and stressful moments anymore.
The Thunderessence Dog Calming Essential Oil Drops were another awesome solution. These are 100% natural essential oils from Lavender, Chamomile, and Egyptian Geranium. These are common oils that have been used for calming and health benefits in both humans and dogs. They are perfect for at home, vet visits, car rides, and pretty much any stressful scenario. I actually like to put a drop or two right in their bedding at home or in their car seat blanket when we are travelling. It's made vet visits so much easier and if I put a drop or two in their bedding when I know a thunderstorm is on it's way it seems to help them stay calm and happy and barely affected by the thunder.
You have to check out ThunderWorks anxiety products today so you can ensure your pets will be happy and stress free no matter what!