Get a free can of Halo Spot's Choice or Spot's Pate

If you sign up for the Halo Pets newsletter you can get a free can of Spot's Pate for cats or Spot's Choice for Dogs.  The newsletter contains valuable coupons and other information and they really don't send out a lot of emails.

Go here to sign up and check out their other offers

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Rachael Ray Nutrish dog food coupons

Right now Coupons.com has Rachael Ray Nutrish coupons available.  You can save $3 on any 6lb or larger bag of Rachael Ray Nutrish or Nutrish Healthy Weight food for dogs.  There is another coupon for $3 off any 6lb or larger bag of Rachael Ray Nutrish Just 6 food for dogs.

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GIVEAWAY: Tropical Traditions Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil

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Win 1 quart of Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil!

Tropical Traditions is America’s source for coconut oil. Their Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil is hand crafted in small batches by family producers, and it is the highest quality coconut oil they offer. You can read more about how virgin coconut oil is different from other coconut oils on their website: What is Virgin Coconut Oil?

You can also watch the video they produced about Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil:

Tropical Traditions also carries other varieties of affordable high quality coconut oil. Visit their website to check on current sales, to learn about the many uses of coconut oil, and to read about all the advantages of buying coconut oil online. Since the FDA does not want us to discuss the health benefits of coconut oil on a page where it is being sold or given away, here is the best website to read about the health benefits of coconut oil.

Disclaimer: Tropical Traditions provided me with a free sample of this product to review, and I was under no obligation to review it if I so chose.  Nor was I under any obligation to write a positive review or sponsor a product giveaway in return for the free product.

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Essential Oils and Cats

Came across an interesting read earlier about essential oils and how they can be toxic to cats and figured it would be good to share.

Here is the link to the article


Here is a list of some essential oils that are known to be toxic to cats:
• Peppermint
• Oregano
• Clove
• Sage
• Citrus oils
• Lavender
• Melaleuca (tea tree oil)
• Cinnamon (cassia)
• Wintergreen
• Thyme
• Birch
• Bergamot
• Pine
• Spruce
• Any other oils containing phenols

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Got a new Nikon D5100 (photo included)

So I was playing around with my new Nikon and I managed to snap a photo of Roxy and her usual look.  It was too funny not to share :)

I ordered mine from Amazon and I received a free 16GB memory card as well as a free camera backpack (case logic).  If you just want the camera and you are using a discover card you also qualify for free one day shipping, but you can only use the promotion and no other offers.

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CLEARANCE: Two Bags of Z-Filet Treats - 55% off

Right now on doggyloot you can get Two 3.25oz Bags of Z-Filet Treats for 55% off.  They were originally on doggyloot for $11 - now you can get them for $8.99 and shipping is included in the price.

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With this exclusive clearance deal, you'll get two 3.25oz bags of Z-Filets high-protein dog treats from Zuke's for just $8.99! This is marked down from doggyloot's original $11 deal price. The folks at Zuke's know your pup needs his protein, so these treats are made of more than 80% pure beef or chicken. They're also made in the USA. Chicken treats are fresh through August 2013 and beef treats are fresh through November 2013. DISCLOSURE SOME LINKS INCLUDED IN THIS POST MAY BE AFFILIATE LINKS FOR WHICH I MAY RECEIVE A COMMISSION WHEN YOU CLICK THROUGH THE LINK.

40% off One Kong Double Ball with rope toy

Right now on doggyloot you can get one Kong Double Ball with Rope toy for 40% off, this is a new toy from the Kong company.  The Medium toy is $12 and the Large toy is $15 - shipping is included in both prices.  Plus you can sign up and get a $5 credit which you can use immediately.

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~Four Legged Bloggers

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Article from Men's Health - Best Cities for Dogs

Interesting read from Men's Health

Where does your city rank?

To see what was involved in these rankings follow the link.
http://www.menshealth.com/best-life/best-dog-cities

MOST DOG FRIENDLY
1. Portland, OR A+
2. Colorado Springs, CO A+
3. Wilmington, DE A+
4. Seattle, WA A
5. Denver, CO A
6. Tampa, FL A
7. Manchester, NH A-
8. St. Louis, MO A-
9. Pittsburgh, PA A-
10. Las Vegas, NV A-

11. Madison, WI A-
12. Tucson, AZ B+
13. Omaha, NE B+
14. Cincinnati, OH B+
15. Minneapolis, MN B+
16. Aurora, CO B+
17. Austin, TX B
18. Norfolk, VA B
19. Burlington, VT B
20. Lincoln, NE B-

21. Baton Rouge, LA B-
22. Des Moines, IA B-
23. St. Petersburg, FL B-
24. Reno, NV B-
25. Chesapeake, VA B-
26. Portland, ME B-
27. Atlanta, GA B-
28. Plano, TX C+
29. Tulsa, OK C+
30. Virginia Beach, VA C+

31. Little Rock, AR C+
32. Raleigh, NC C+
33. Orlando, FL C+
34. Sacramento, CA C+
35. Albuquerque, NM C+
36. Salt Lake City, UT C+
37. Greensboro, NC C+
38. St. Paul, MN C+
39. Miami, FL C
40. Winston-Salem, NC C

41. Charlotte, NC C
42. Bakersfield, CA C
43. Columbia, SC C
44. Jersey City, NJ C
45. Cheyenne, WY C
46. Rochester, NY C
47. Nashville, TN C
48. Kansas City, MO C-
49. Charleston, WV C-
50. San Francisco, CA C-

51. Anchorage, AK C-
52. Boise City, ID C-
53. Durham, NC C-
54. Chicago, IL C-
55. Fort Wayne, IN C-
56. Phoenix, AZ C-
57. Oklahoma City, OK C-
58. Houston, TX C-
59. New Orleans, LA C-
60. Birmingham, AL D+

61. Lexington, KY D+
62. San Diego, CA D+
63. Providence, RI D+
64. Washington, DC D+
65. Indianapolis, IN D+
66. Milwaukee, WI D+
67. Sioux Falls, SD D+
68. Wichita, KS D+
69. Lubbock, TX D+
70. Riverside, CA D+

71. New York, NY D+
72. Jacksonville, FL D+
73. Fargo, ND D+
74. Dallas, TX D
75. Billings, MT D
76. Cleveland, OH D
77. Philadelphia, PA D
78. Fresno, CA D
79. Toledo, OH D
80. Stockton, CA D-

81. Baltimore, MD D-
82. Honolulu, HI D-
83. San Jose, CA D-
84. Fort Worth, TX D-
85. Memphis, TN D-
86. Oakland, CA D-
87. San Antonio, TX D-
88. Columbus, OH D-
89. Boston, MA D-
90. Laredo, TX D-

LEAST DOG FRIENDLY

91. Buffalo, NY D-
92. Louisville, KY F
93. Jackson, MS F
94. Corpus Christi, TX F
95. El Paso, TX F
96. Detroit, MI F
97. Bridgeport, CT F
98. Anaheim, CA F
99. Newark, NJ F
100. Los Angeles, CA F

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One Large Humunga Toy for 40% off

Right now on doggyloot you can get your dog one large Humunga toy for 40% off.  They are only $12 and shipping is included.

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Give Fido a fun toy and give yourself a few laughs with the hilarious Humunga toy from Moody Pet! These natural-rubber balls are fun for fetch and for photos because they stick out of your pup's mouth in the shape of a moustache and beard, a giant tongue, or a big pair of lips!

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Jolly Pets Teaser Ball for 41% off

Right now on doggyloot you can get one Jolly Pets Teaser Ball for 41% off.  The 4.5 inch size is $10 and the 6 inch size is $12.  Shipping is included in the price and you can use your $5 credit immediately.

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The Teaser Ball® from Jolly Pets does just what its name implies. This ball-within-a-ball is designed to keep your pup's attention for hours, because he will be utterly bamboozled by the puzzling design! Fido will never be bored again. Choose from 4.5" or 6" diameter sizes and red or blue!

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10 Low Odor Bully Sticks for 58% off - $18, shipping included plus get a free $5 credit

Right now on doggyloot you can get 10 Low Odor Bully Sticks for only $18 shipping included and you can get a free $5 credit for signing up.

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Delicious, long-lasting, and all-natural - can a pup ever have too many bully sticks? We like to think the answer is no. We're bringing you a 10-pack of six-inch bully sticks at a 58% discount - with free shipping! We know dog owners love a healthy, reliable, nutritious option - and so do your pups! These wholesome chews are low in fat, high in protein, and guaranteed low-odor (so they won't stink to high heaven when chewed). They're also 100% natural and digestible - unlike chemically treated rawhides. Each stick comes from free-range New Zealand cattle raised without the use of antibiotics and growth hormones and is produced in a USDA-approved facility for a healthy, happy pup and a worry-free owner.

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Today only (8/20) Vegetarian Times subscription for only $5.50

Monday, August 20th at 7am PST (10am EST)

Vegetarian Times $5.50 with Coupon Code: HEALTHY

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Save $1.50 on select Natural Chemistry Pet Products

Right now on Vitacost you can save $1.50 on select Natural Chemistry Pet Products by using Promo Code CP2811E

And if you sign up using this link you can get a $10 credit

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One Brainy Bone by Jolly Pets for $10 - shipping included - 29% off

Right now on doggyloot you can get One Brainy Bone by Jolly Pets for just $10 - shipping included.

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Brainy Bones® are the revolution in intelligent treat dispensing toys. These new toys come in three different styles: Whirl-a-Bone™ (yellow), Peek-a-Bone™ (green), and Tug-a-Bone™ (blue) and two sizes: small and large. Put a treat in the hollow center and close the puzzle. With the Whirl-a-Bone, your dog must manipulate the bone to swing open the top and expose the treat. Peek-a-Bone has to be pushed down at the top of the bone and will “pop” open exposing the treat. The dog must then find a way to keep the top of the bone open while getting out the treat. With Tug-a-Bone™, your dog must manipulate the bone so that one side is pulled out and then swung open to expose the treat. This is a great way to entertain and challenge your dog!

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Two 4-packs of Polar Pups Frozen Treat Mix for $18 (shipping included)

Right now on doggy loot you can get Two 4-packs of Polar Pups Frozen Treat Mix for $18 (shipping included)

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Polar Pups is a great and healthy ice cream alternative for dogs. Each flavor is an all-natural recipe for nutritious, refreshing, and delicious frozen treats. This deal includes two 4-packs of the ready-mixed, made in the USA, 4oz. treat mix in four flavors: Beggin Banana, Barkin Apple, Berry Bite, and Pupper Nutter. Just add water and freeze! A portion of each sale will go to local shelters. This is a great cool treat for your hot dog on those dog days of summer!

Instructions: Store in a cool dry place. Remove lid, add water, replace lid. Shake for 30 seconds and place in freezer. For best results, shake again in 1-3 hours. Serve frozen.

Barkin Apple Ingredients: Soy Milk Powder, Apple Powder, Cinnamon.

Beggin Banana Ingredients: Soy Milk Powder, Banana Powder.

Berry Bite Ingredients: Soy Milk Powder, Blueberry Powder.

Pupper Nutter Ingredients: Soy Milk Powder, Blueberry Powder.
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Cabela's Outfitter Journal subscription for $5.99 on 8/18 only

Starting Saturday the 18th at 10AM EST
Cabela's Outfitter Journal $5.99 with coupon code HUNTING

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Dog Bike Exerciser by Springer America now 30% off

Dog Bike Exerciser by Springer America now 30% off  featured on Fab
What makes Fab different from traditional e-tailers like Amazon or buy.com is that they hand pick the merchandise that is featured.
Every Thursday they have new Pet Items featured in the Pet Store.

Are you and your dog spending way too much time on the couch? We thought so. So, how about a bike ride? This Bike Dog Exerciser attachment allows you to ride safely with your dog by your side. Designed to clamp to the frame or the seat stem, it also features an arm with a steel spring that absorbs up to 90% of the force of your pooch’s tugs. You keep your balance on the bike while protecting him from traffic, pedals and wheels. It even has a safety release that frees him instantly should he get caught around a tree or hydrant. How’s that couch looking now?

More Details: 

Clear and easy step-by-step installation instructions included. Lifetime warranty on all metal parts.

Attach the Springer 3.5” clamp to the frame or seat stem. Then use a pull pin to secure the Springer Arm to the clamp. The heavy-duty steel spring is positioned low on the arm.

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RECALL ALERT: Petco Issues Recall on Stainless Steel Dog Bowls

As of 8/16/2012 - Petco has not even mentioned this on their facebook page or their twitter account to try and get the word out about it.  It is on their webpage, but it is NOT noticeable because I even missed it and I was looking for it!  I'm disappointed in Petco not putting this out there more, I mean, possible radiation is kind of a big deal.

Also, I'm really glad my dogs are eating out of plastic bowls right now and have never eaten out of Stainless steel bowls, and not only that, but they didn't come from Petco.

One of Petco’s suppliers mistakenly used Cobalt-60, a radioactive material, in the production of the recalled bowls. Due to the presence of this material, the bowls are shown to emit low levels of radiation.

Statement from Petco Website (information is the same as below)

Stainless Steel Bowl Notice

Petco has determined that one of its foreign suppliers used stainless steel mistakenly containing small quantities of Cobalt-60 when fabricating certain orders of certain SKUs/models of stainless steel pet food bowls. Cobalt-60 is a radioactive material commonly used in industrial gauging equipment and other uses.

We don’t know for certain how it got into our product, but we believe it came from scrap metal that had some Cobalt-60 accidentally mixed in. The affected products were found to emit low levels of radiation.

The Cobalt-60 levels in the affected products are far below State and Federal regulatory limits. All of the expert testing conducted on these products to date indicates that there is no health risk to the public, to our associates or to pets.

To our knowledge, the affected products were limited to two cargo containers that entered the United States in late May and early June. We’ve also determined that the affected products pose no health risk, and were and are safe to be handled by our associates.

The issue was discovered by Customs and Border Protection agents during a routine import screening of one of the containers. That container was held at the port and never reached Petco. The second container had previously cleared Customs and reached Petco’s distribution network.

Upon learning of this issue following the delivery of the affected products to our distribution centers, we promptly retained experts to examine the potentially affected products, and those experts determined that the SKUs examined were safe for handling.

Out of concern that products from the second container reached our stores, we removed from our store shelves and from our website all products from the supplier that produced the bowls.

We have confirmed that the vast majority of all of the affected products remain at Petco distribution centers, are quarantined outside and never reached our stores.

We also confirmed that very few affected items were actually sold to consumers. We are working to contact those customers to inform them of the situation and to retrieve those particular bowls.

Petco has notified the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and a number of state governments, and is in the process of notifying other appropriate states as we continue to collect and verify information.

The Illinois state government did its own testing and issued a news release stating that “a person would have to hold one of the bowls against their chest for roughly six and a half days to receive a dose of radiation equivalent to a single chest X-ray,” and that “these bowls do not pose an immediate health risk.”

Petco tested other stainless steel pet products it carries from other suppliers and found no similar issues. The supplier that produced the affected products has told us that it has already instituted special screening procedures. We are in the process of reviewing those procedures ourselves, and we have put a hold on future shipments until this issue is resolved.

Customers who purchased these products between the dates of May 31 and June 20, 2012, should bring it to their local Petco store for a full refund. If you have any questions, please call Petco Customer Service at 877-738-6742.

SKU numbers can be found on labels inside and on the bottom of the bowls.

SKU 1047493
PETC-3.75C DEEP TWO TONE NOTIP
9.25” diameter; 3.75 cup capacity

SKU 1386956
PETC-3.5C NO-TIP SS HAMMRD BWL
9” diameter; 3.5 cup capacity

SKU 1047477
PETC-7C TWO TONE NONTIP BOWL
9” diameter; 7 cup capacity

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