In honor of May being National Pet Month, I’ve found some cool eco friendly products to make your life, and the lives of your beloved pets that much better. But first, let’s play a little trivia to see how much you really know about your furry friends. Keep reading →

Believe it or not, owning a pet can do wonders for the body and soul. Not only are they proven to lower blood pressure and boost immunity, they can even fight off depression, according to WebMD.  They could even improve your social life and lead to an overall more satisfying life. Keep reading →

It’s that time of year again for everyone to come together to help Mother Nature; that’s right, it’s Earth Day! This day was designed to inspire awareness and appreciation for the Earth’s environment. I’m not sure what first comes to your mind when you think about Earth Day, but from my past experiences I tend to focus on planting trees and picking up garbage in my local community. Although this is exactly what should be done on this occasion, we need to expand our thinking to include the little creatures near and dear to us.  Going green isn’t just for people. Pets as well as pet owners can help protect the environment we all share. Keep reading →

For one week, kill your television! Okay, well maybe not literally, but isn’t it time that we got off of the couch and engaged in activities that we actually enjoy doing?

If you’re not convinced yet, here are some interesting facts (according to turnoffyourtv.com) that might help to sway your decision:

• Number of 30-second commercials seen in a year by an average child: 20,000

• Number of minutes per week that parents spend in meaningful conversation with their children: 38.5

• Number of minutes per week that the average child watches television: 1,680

• Percentage of children ages 6-17 who have TV’s in their bedrooms: 50

• Percentage of day care centers that use TV during a typical day: 70

• Hours per year the average American youth spends in school: 900

• Hours per year the average American youth watches television: 1500

• Percentage of Americans that regularly watch television while eating dinner: 66

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My heart sank when I read about the Chinese ship that ran aground in the Great Barrier Reef late last Saturday. According to, “Australia rushes to contain Barrier Reef oil spill,” by Rob Griffith, the vessel has already spilled over 2 tons of oil from the 1,000 tons on board. Although this might not seem like a significant amount, this ship is endangering a very delicate part of one of the most precious marine environments on earth. Keep reading →

Wait, isn’t coconut oil a saturated fat, and isn’t saturated fat bad for you? Yes, coconut oil is a saturated fat, but not all saturated fat is bad for you. Coconut oil is one of the world’s few saturated-fat vegetable oils.  The medium-chain fats in coconut oil are similar to fats in mother’s milk and have similar nutriceutical effects. In dogs, these medium-chain fatty acids in coconut oil balance the thyroid, helping overweight dogs lose weight and helping sedentary dogs feel energetic. In addition, coconut oil improves any dog’s skin and coat, improves digestion, and reduces allergic reactions. Keep reading →

Salmon Paws: Nutritious, Delicious and Full of Energy!

Salmon gives dogs energy, helps their heart and improves their coat. Now why wouldn’t you want to give all of this to your favorite pooch? 100% pure Alaskan Salmon is a great tasting, nutritional and all natural treat your dog can enjoy every day. Keep reading →

Go green this St. Patrick’s Day! But why? The original color associated with St. Patrick was blue not green. Over the years though, the color green and its association with the holiday grew because the shamrock, a three-leaved plant, was used by St. Patrick to explain the Holy Trinity to Irish people. From the 17^th century on, the wearing and display of shamrocks have become a symbol for the day.  Interesting, right? Keep reading →