Real Happiness

My real happiness is my life with my dog.Gracie has been my best friend,confidant,protector and mood enhancer for the last 5+years.There was a life of "before"Gracie that was filled with unhappiness,sadness and such deep and dark depression that my world was literally,BLACK.With Gracie being apart of my life I have found the person I am and have kept my demons in check.For those of us who suffer from Depression,a dog can be the bridge back to a life of color and joy.It is a process,one I am learning every day.Nothing worth having comes easy.You must work for it.

Saturday, December 31, 2011

Hill's Science Diet

I do not usually endorse any and of dog food .But,I have to make an exception to this brand of dog food.I am a BZZ Agent.And as a BZZ Agent I am given the opportunity to test and try new products on the market.One of the products given to me was Hill's Science Diet Ideal Balance.
With all the recalls on dog food and treats I am careful of what I feed Gracie.I read labels,refuse to purchase ANY product made in China.I also keep my eyes open for any by products in the food.Meat by products could be anything,point being,it is not natural or healthy for your dog.
When I first opened the bag of Hill's Science Diet,the food looked different from other dry dog foods,it was not greasy,did not smell and I noticed Gracie was watching me intently with her nose going a million miles a second.I did not have to entice Gracie to eat this food,she dug right in.And Gracie is THE DIVA around here.She does not eat just anything.She will not eat anything she does not like.I have a treat box filled with packages of uneaten Gracie Rejects.So,when I find a dog food that is wholesome,no meat by products,no fillers,I snatch it up.And Hill's Science Diet Natural Balance is one of the rare products that Gracie will eat and I feel good about buying.
Not only did she eat it,but the results were amazing.Her coat got thicker,shinier,and softer.She has a black face,and it literally shines with health.Her shedding was a major problem.Hair was everywhere,literally.But,now when I comb her,there is hardly any hair left in the comb/brush.
I cannot say enough about Hill's Science Diet Ideal Balance.It is one of the best dog foods on the market right now.If you feed Wellness or Halo,you'll be happy to know that Hill's is just as good if not better.Give Hill's 60 days,see if you don't switch too.<img src="http://img.bzzagent.com/image/hillsIdealBalance.jpg?Type=activity&Activity=5074572745&Campaign=8634379888&Uid=261747&token=b9a63e6cd0c43fc8223c3f92ee68beec" alt=""/>t
 

Saturday, December 10, 2011

Another Recall

Again thanks to China,there is another recall on pet products.What I cannot understand is,why would anyone buy products fromChina inthe first place?Did they not poison the dog food a while ago?I'm sure 99% of dog and cat owners know about the first recall.Quite a few pets died.If you managed to not have your pet poisoned at that time,why would you take a chance again??I know,I know,most dog and cat treats are made in China.But,there are some really good treats NOT made there.Made in the USA is the only pet food or treat my Gracie gets.I made the mistake of buying treats from the Sargents brand.I thought,wrong of course,that these treat were made here,in the USA.No,they along with so many other brands are made in CHINA.I took them back to the store.Most grocery stores do not carry the better brands of dog/cat food or decent treats.I have resorted to going on line,to PetCo and PetSmart, and other online sites.Doggy Loot has had some great deals for all things dog.Dogster has also had some great discounts for pet food/treats on a couple of new sites.Rotations dog food was one of the best deals.I paid 10.00 for 35.00 worth of dog food,and it is made in the USA.But,most importantly,Gracie loves it and it is good for her.No fillers,no garbage.There is not a dog treat made that I have not tried with Gracie.Most she refuses to eat.She loved Dingo's brand.But,Dingo's are made in China.I know,I thought they were made here.Dogswell Chicken Jerky is another favorite,not anymore,made in China also.I have gotten to the point where I have been buying Beef Jerky made for humans to give to Gracie.I love my dog,just like you do.I am not willing to risk her health because I'm too busy to read a label.It only takes a minute,you read the labels for your food,right?Your dog is a member of the family,right?Read the labels,find out where your dog or cat food is made,you might be surprised.