Tag: pets
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Dog Allergies Are Hard: What I’m Learning From Tarzan’s Skin Journey
If you’ve ever watched your dog scratch, lick, or chew at themselves and wished you could take their discomfort away, then you understand how heartbreaking allergies can be. For me, this journey has been especially difficult because Tarzan is not just a dog. He was my first dog, my soul dog, and the one who…
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Maximize Your Petco Rewards: Smart Shopping for Dog Parents
Being a dog mom means there is always something to buy. Between food, treats, toys, grooming supplies, enrichment activities, and unexpected expenses, pet costs can add up quickly. With two dogs, Tarzan and Cora, I’m always looking for ways to save money while still giving them the love, care, and fun they deserve. One of…
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Spring Dog Photoshoot Ideas: Easter Pictures with Tarzan and Coraline
One of my favorite ways to celebrate the holidays is by including my dogs in the fun. This Easter, I dressed up Tarzan and Coraline for a simple spring dog photoshoot, and the pictures turned out better than I could have imagined. Tarzan wore classic bunny ears that perfectly matched his sweet and gentle personality.…
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Don’t Judge a Bully Breed by Its Cover
When people see my American Staffordshire Terrier Tarzan, they often notice his muscular build and powerful appearance before they get the chance to know the sweet soul behind those big brown eyes. As an American Staffordshire Terrier, Tarzan belongs to a breed that is misunderstood far too often. Because of stereotypes and negative media portrayals, many people…
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Why Dogs Love to Sleep So Much (Tarzan & Cora Edition)
If you’ve ever looked over at your dog and wondered “How are you asleep again?” — you’re not alone. Dogs spend a lot of their day resting, and honestly, it’s one of my favorite things to watch. The other day I took a close-up photo of Tarzan when he was getting sleepy. His eyes were…
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Healthy Dog Treats Review: Tarzan & Coraline Try Farm to Pet Chicken & Beef Chips
Hey dog parents! 🐾 We recently had our first gifted collaboration with Farm to Pet, a company that makes healthy, single-ingredient dog treats. Tarzan and Coraline were more than happy to help me test their chicken chips and beef chips, and I’m excited to share their honest reactions! Why Healthy Dog Treats MatterI always feed my pups fresh, homemade food, so healthy…
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3 Things You Must Do When Bringing Home a New Puppy (From One Dog Parent to Two)
Bringing home a second dog was one of the best (and craziest) decisions we ever made. When we brought little Coraline home, our boy Tarzan had been our one and only for years. He was used to having all the attention, all the toys, and let’s be real—all the snacks. 😅 Cora was this tiny,…
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Budget-Friendly Dog Enrichment: Muffin Tin Puzzle
Keeping our dogs mentally stimulated is just as important as physical exercise — and today, I’m sharing three super fun enrichment activities that Cora and Tarzan absolutely love: the Muffin Tin Puzzle Game, the Paper Bag Snack Scrunch, and a tasty twist with Greek yogurt and peanut butter! Why Enrichment Activities Matter Just like us, dogs need their…
