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Product Reviews, Reviews

Kurgo Tru-Fit Smart Harness Review

Chewy goes to work with me every day, so he rides int he car a LOT. His safety is my priority, so I had purchased a car seat harness for…

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June 22, 2015
Animal Rescue, Animal Shelters, Animal Welfare, Animal Welfare and Advocacy

Remember Me Thursday

#RememberMeThursday Since it began in 2013, Remember Me Thursday® has made more than 1 billion impressions on social media and helped people to #SeeTheLight for rescue pets. Over 1 Million…

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September 24, 2020
52 Snapshots of Life Photo Challenge, Delia, Music

52 Snapshots of Life Week 2: MUSIC

  This week’s theme for the 52 Snapshots of Life photo challenge is: Music.   Dancey Delia Delia and I have the same taste in music. I discovered this shortly…

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January 11, 2015
Delia, Pet Photography

Delia’s Autumn Play Day

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November 11, 2013
BlogPaws, Holidays, Invest in Pet Pampering for the Holidays Infographic, Pets Gifts

Invest in Pet Pampering for the Holidays Inforgraphic

BlogPaws recently surveyed its Pet Blogger Influencer Group members about the holidays with pets and shopping for pets. The results of this survey are provided in the infographic from BlogPaws…

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December 7, 2014
  • 52 Snapshots of Life Photo Challenge,  Photos

    52 Snapshots of Life Photo Challenge Week 1: NEW

    January 3, 2015 /

    We’re participating in a fun new photo challenge hosted by The Lazy Pitbull called 52 Snapshots of Life. This photo challenge will feature a new theme weekly and is open for anyone to participate. You don’t have to be a pet blogger to take part. If you love to take photos, or if you want to improve your photography skills, join us! There will be a new theme weekly, and this week’s theme is: NEW. Nothing thrills Delia like a new ball, so catching her waiting for me to throw one of her new teeny tennis balls seemed like the perfect fit for this week’s theme. We’ll be joining The…

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  • 2014 Holiday Gift Guide for Pets and Pet Lovers,  Gift Guide,  Gifts,  Holiday Gift Ideas for Pets and their People,  Holidays

    Holiday Gift Ideas for Pets and Their People 2014

    December 10, 2014 /

    Note:  This post contains affiliate links. If you click on an affiliate link, which will be noted as an affiliate link, and buy something, I may earn a small commission to help support this blog. The opinions and ideas in this post are my own and are not influenced by any other person or business and I received no additional benefits for mentioning the products in this post.    Affiliate links are used in this post and I may receive a commission if you click and/or purchase from the link to help support this blog. Do not worry, these links do not affect the price of products. I received no…

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  • BlogPaws,  Holidays,  Invest in Pet Pampering for the Holidays Infographic,  Pets Gifts

    Invest in Pet Pampering for the Holidays Inforgraphic

    December 7, 2014 /

    BlogPaws recently surveyed its Pet Blogger Influencer Group members about the holidays with pets and shopping for pets. The results of this survey are provided in the infographic from BlogPaws below. How do you plan to celebrate the holidays with you pet?

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  • Book Reviews,  Delia's Dish,  Delia's Dish,  DIY,  DIY and Crafty Fun,  Dog Treat Recipes,  Fall Dog Treats,  Halloween Dog Treats,  Healthy Dog Treats,  Healthy Pets,  Natural Pet Health,  Pet Health,  Product Reviews,  Recipes,  The Honest Kitchen,  The Honest Kitchen Force,  The Honest Kitchen Made With Love Recipe Book

    The Honest Kitchen Gluten-Free Halloween BonBons

    October 29, 2014 /

    We have been trying recipes from  The Honest Kitchen’s Made With Love recipe book. For Delia’s Halloween treats, we made the Gluten-Free Halloween BonBons featured in the book. The recipe was easy and quick to make and Delia LOVES them. This recipe book is full of healthy recipes for dogs, cats AND people. We haven’t tried any of the people-friendly recipes yet, but this is the third recipe Delia has tried and so far, they are all a hit.  The Honest Kitchen Gluten-Free Halloween BonBons Ingredients 1 Cup The Honest Kitchen Force dehydrated dog food. 1/2 cup ground beef 1 cup canned or fresh cooked pumpkin 1 free range egg 1 small…

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    Book Review: Dog-Ma the Zen of Slobber by Barbara Boswell Brunner

    December 8, 2013
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  • Decorating,  DIY,  DIY and Crafty Fun,  DIY Fall Decor,  DIY Halloween Decoration,  Fall,  Halloween,  Paw Print Carvable Pumpkin,  Pet Themed Decor,  Printable

    DIY Paw Print Pumpkin Fall Decor

    October 26, 2014 /

    Carved pumpkins aren’t just for Halloween. I like to incorporate a pet-themed pumpkin into our Halloween and fall decorating,and my favorite decoration is my paw print carved craft pumpkin. This year, I decided to add both real pumpkins and artificial carvable craft pumpkins. I created a paw print template in PicMonkey using their Design feature and paw print Overlay. I sized the paws to fit the pumpkins, saved the image, re-opened the image in a photo editor, and printed. It was super easy and customizable. If you want to skip straight through the design process and just print, feel free to download the template I created. Download: DIY Paw Print Pumpkin…

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  • Delia,  Delia's Adventures,  Pet Friendly St. Louis,  Pet Friendly St. Louis Events

    Delia’s First Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze Adventure

    October 25, 2014 /

    Delia went on her first pumpkin patch and corn maze adventure. She is always happy to go on adventures, but the fact that her young cousin was going along excited her even more. As we waited for the hay ride to the pumpkin patch, Delia checked out the scenery. This one is a little bit too big. We finally made it to the pumpkin patch. “There are are pumpkins as far as I can see, Mom.” “I know I saw my cousin run into this corn maze. Which way did he go?” “I found him!” Off they go…. Catching her breath on the tractor after her run through the corn…

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    Football isn’t the only sport to watch Sunday February 2, 2014-Talented canine athletes from around the world compete in the Purina Pro Plan Incredible Dog Challenge

    January 29, 2014
    Delia, a 14 year old Bichon Frise talks about Senior Pet Health

    Senior Pet Health Tips: Strengthening Immunity and Promoting Longevity

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    Benefits of Essential Oils and Canine Massage after Trauma

    October 2, 2014 /

    Benefits of Essential Oils and Canine Massage after Trauma Today, I’m sharing my experience with helping my dog Nicky recover from a dog attack using essential oils and canine massage. For this post, I’ll be focusing primarily on the use of lavender essential oil. Sensitive Skin and Allergic Reactions My Nicky had sensitive skin and had allergic reactions to shampoos and topical flea and tick treatments. I’ve never been comfortable putting harsh chemicals on my dogs’ skin to kill parasites or giving them pills that can be as deadly as the parasites they’re made to kill. Of course, I’m not a fan of fleas and ticks or heart worms either,…

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    Wordless Wednesday: 2014 Purina Pro Plan Incredible Dog Challenge Finals Preview!  (Click images to view larger. Enjoy!)

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  • Blog Paws Wordless Wednesday,  Delia,  Jim Henson,  Kermit The Frog,  Wordless Wednesday

    Wordless Wednesday: Happy Birthday Mr. Henson

    September 25, 2014 /

    Happy Birthday Mr. Henson.  Jimhensonlegacy.org      

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  • Carol Bryant,  Dexter Bryant,  Fidose of Reality,  Fundraisers,  OBG Cocker Rescue,  Pet Bloggers,  Wigglebutt Warriors,  Wigglebutts Go Hollywoof

    Glamor, Fundraising and Dogs: Wigglebutts Go Hollywoof!

    September 19, 2014 /

    Saturday Sept 20, 2014 100 dog lovers and their four-legged best friends will gather at Olde Towne Pet Resort in Sterling, Va to fund-raise for Oldies But Goodies Cocker Spaniel Rescue and share their love of wigglebutts at SOLD OUT Wigglebutts Go Hollywoof, a red carpet, pet-friendly fundraiser for OBG Cocker Spaniel Rescue. Carol Bryant, creator of Fidose of Reality, formed Wigglebutt Warriors along with her spouse, Darlene Bryant, to help dogs in need. After a hugely successful “Wigglebutt Wedding” fundraiser in 2013, Carol and Darlene were inspired to form Wigglebutt Warriors with a focus on fundraising for 501(C)3 organizations to support homeless dogs. Wigglebutts Go Hollywoof is sure to…

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My Honey Bun turns 11 today. 🐾💜 Losing my Mo My Honey Bun turns 11 today. 🐾💜 Losing my Mom hit him hard, but he's starting to act more like our Chewy again. He's the most empathetic, mischievous yet lovable little dude. Happy Birthday, Chewy 💜🐾

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One week ago today, my sweet Mom, Carol Bregant ma One week ago today, my sweet Mom, Carol Bregant made her way to Heaven.

She protected me and her nephew Erik right to the end, waiting until I stepped outside to check on Amelia and Erik was busy in the kitchen, to quietly let go. She always looked out for us.

She was my mother, best friend, and partner in so many adventures. She was incredibly kind, loving, creative, giving, and so patient. Her imagination, creativity, and "resourcefulness," as she'd say, never stopped.
She loved deeply, accepted everyone, and wasn't afraid to speak up when it mattered.
 She could be fiery when needed and didn't tolerate disrespect or hate towards anyone.
She adored her nieces and nephews and was proud to be “Aunt Purple” to her great-great-nieces and nephews.

And she was the absolute BEST “Nanny”—a title she chose proudly—to our dogs and the dogs we cared for. She adored her granddogs, and they adored her.

Even after nearly 10 years living with Alzheimer's, watching her fade through the years, and witnessing how the disease destroyed her mind and body, it is unfathomable to me that my sweet Mom is gone. But today, she is finally free—free of pain, confusion, and illness. She is reunited with my Dad after 45 years, and with her sister, brother, and parents.

She’s whole again. She’s at peace. And for that, I am truly grateful.

 As she wished, there will be no funeral—she chose to donate her body to medical research. I’ll be planning a small celebration of her life around her birthday in July.

She had the most beautiful smile. I will miss her forever.

Her favorite verse was 1 Corinthians 14:4-8, which she embodied completely. 

“Love is patient, love is kind… It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails.”
— 1 Corinthians 13:4–8

Her obituary is linked in my bio.
I was lucky enough to win a gift basket from @fait I was lucky enough to win a gift basket from @faithtreats.12 recently, and it truly made my day. Swipe.to see the goodies!

Inside was their beautiful Sweet Potato Pie for Dogs🥧 (a real treat for my pups), along with 🥓Bacon & Banana🍌 treats that got lots of tail wags, playful toys from BARK, a fun tote bag, and a beautifully handmade blanket that added such a special touch.❤️🐾

The care and thought Faith Treats put into every item truly stood out. If you’re looking to treat your pups with something unique and wholesome I highly recommend them. This basket was a reminder of the wonderful people behind small businesses who genuinely care about the animals they serve. 

Anyone else have a favorite treat from Faith Treats? I’d love to hear about it. ❤️
New blog post! The first in our new series of seni New blog post! The first in our new series of senior Pet Health Tips! Delia is 14 1/2. As she grows older, her wellness needs are changing. We'll be sharing how we are dealing with different issues in aging on our blog It's been a while and we're happy to be back!

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Thank you to The Healthy Planet Magazine for the o Thank you to The Healthy Planet Magazine for the opportunity to write about @bailing_out_benji and @puppymillfreemissouri and work in Missouri battling puppy mills and stores like Petland that sell from mills!
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Happy 10th Birthday to my Chewy! My sweet 🍯 Hon Happy 10th Birthday to my Chewy! My sweet 🍯 Honey Bun. We'll pawty properly next week when the jerkface neighbors have hopefully burned all their fireworks and he can relax and enjoy himself. 🐾💙

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"Hey, can you please toss my toy to me? Thanks!" - "Hey, can you please toss my toy to me? Thanks!" - Annabelle
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Happy 14th Birthday to my Delia!💜🦄 We're goi Happy 14th Birthday to my Delia!💜🦄
We're going to pawty next week, but I couldn't let the day go by without recognizing her. I'm so very grateful for each day with my best friend!
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#throwbackthursday Baby Chewy at 8 months old. 🥰

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My Valentines had a spa day today at Barks, Bubble My Valentines had a spa day today at Barks, Bubbles and Beyond Pet Spa/Doggie Day Care LLC with Miss. Barb. They love Barb and Ruth Balay-Silas 💜🐾

Check out Chewy's dirty neck and bandana. There's a reason I call him Stinky. He HAD to roll in something as soon as he got home.🤦‍♀️😏

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A few highlights from the Purina Pet Parade with P A few highlights from the Purina Pet Parade with Puppy Mill Free Missouri and START - St. Louis Animal Rights Team 
Check out KC Frenchie Club 🐾 One of their marchers told me about her 3 Frenchies who were all discarded breeding dogs. Yes, DISCARDED. When one suffered a miscarriage she was abandoned. Look at these little guys go! 🚙
Twelve years ago, we were blessed with this little Twelve years ago, we were blessed with this little angel who has since filled our lives with so much joy that we can't even imagine a life without her. She reminds us every day how much beauty and happiness there is in the world.
Happy 12th Gotcha Day, Delia!!💜🦄

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Merry Christmas! 🧚‍♀️🌟 #christmas2023 Merry Christmas! 🧚‍♀️🌟

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Swipe for Scooter and his sister Sweet Pea's opini Swipe for Scooter and his sister Sweet Pea's opinions of my singing. 😆

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Chewy and Delia hope you have a great weekend and Chewy and Delia hope you have a great weekend and remember...#adoptdontshop 🐾❤️ Your local rescues are full of animals that would love to be part of your family. ❤️

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No ticks on this girl since @joshuaspestcontrol_sl No ticks on this girl since @joshuaspestcontrol_sl has been keeping our yard pest-free! 

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Chewy and Delia recently reviewed some products fr Chewy and Delia recently reviewed some products from Native Pet  Check out our blog to see what we thought!
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