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December 31, 2014 | Leave a Comment

OUR TOP 3 RESOLUTIONS FOR 2015!

RESOLUTIONS FOR THE NEW YEAR

1. Diet

2. Exercise

3. Reduce Stress

Stress reduction is among the top resolutions in researched polls. However, I may or may not have manipulated it into  the #3 position (blogger’s right).

FAILURE IS AN OPTION –  so is success!

Based upon (many) years of personal experience, I site the following two reasons for failed resolutions:

1. Lack of preparation

2. Setting unrealistic goals

3. The third reason and my favorite, from Kristi Hedges, leadership coach, speaker and author

We fail because we always expected to. We live up (or in this case down) to our own expectations. Then we can pull out all of our familiar excuses of being too busy, overwhelmed, or inadequate to face the challenge. It also plays into the cynical zeitgeist which supports the gravitational pull of the status quo.

TIPS FOR SUCCESS

1. Visualize and stay focused on your goals

2. Eliminate the pressure by giving yourself a realistic timeline to achieve your goals.  It doesn’t have to be all or nothing – remember the tortoise and the hare?!

3. Celebrate the small victories.  How many of you have been told ‘you are your own worst critic?’  Give yourself a pat on the back for the small successes.  Recognizing and overcoming a negative thought pattern may not seem like a big deal when in fact, it’s HUGE!

Join us throughout the month of January as we put our best paw forward and share tips on health and wellness for pets and their people.

Practice makes perfect.  Puppy Steps!

http://www.forbes.com/sites/work-in-progress/2012/01/03/why-your-new-years-resolution-will-fail-by-february-1/

I love resolutions #15 and #20, and some made me chuckle (#18) – thank you to the UK survey group for your honesty!http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/best-new-year-resolutions-top-2955595

This is a great list!
http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20452233_11,00.html

http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/wired-success/201012/why-new-years-resolutions-fail

http://www.statisticbrain.com/new-years-resolution-statistics/

 

Categories: HEALTH & WELLNESS, OUR PACK Tagged: 2015, Beautiful, Best Friend, Celebrate, Dogs, Enjoy Life, Family, Friends, Fun, Happy, Heart, Holidays, Hope, Inspiration, Life, Love, New Year, Puppy

HUCK – a tale of hope and faith

January 22, 2014 | 1 Comment

my christmas miracle

my christmas miracle

 

I love to read – especially books about animals.  Admittedly, I don’t make enough time to do so.  That is why I was quite surprised to receive this charming book from a dear friend.  This dear friend is patiently waiting for several books lent to me from her library, and yet, she said ‘I saw it and thought of you’.

Before the arrival of the books main character Huck, we are introduced to his family.  They are relatable – we all know families like this one, and have experienced similar upsets within our own.

I knew what was coming, and almost didn’t want to read on.  At the same time, I couldn’t stop reading.  I’m so glad I continued.

‘Huck’ was the perfect story to read as the year came to an end; it inspired me, and gave me hope for the new year ahead.

Thank you Elaine xx

 

 

 

 

 

 

Categories: BOOKS & ENTERTAINMENT Tagged: Best Friend, Cuddles, Dogs, Enjoy Life, Faithful, Heart, Hope, Inspiration, Kisses, Life, Love, Puppy, Trust

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM PETBOX

January 8, 2014 | Leave a Comment

Tails are Wagging and PetBox would like to offer a 20% discount to followers of our blog.  Visit http://getpetbox.com/ and enter discount code “WAGGING20”.  Check back regularly, or sign up for email updates to find out how you can WIN a PetBox. PB2I admit that I spoil my dogs.  Deservedly so!  They make every day brighter by giving me so many reasons to laugh and endless cuddles. I don’t have children, however, I am blessed with two nephews, and three nieces – one, is baby powder new.  Sadly, they don’t live nearby.  I have fun coming up with cute outfits and fun games to send the kids, and although most of them are too young to contact us themselves, moms and dads reach out via skype for that visual/auditory connection. It has become a tradition, for me to spend Christmas eve. stitching up Henry and Reese’s ‘well-loved’ toys.  They don’t mind.  In fact, they love seeing these recycled play things; some minus arms, legs, and quite likely without squeakers, post- surgery.  I’m sure they remember their old favourites. I wasn’t very organized this year, and only managed to stitch up a few.  I was thrilled when Lilli from PetBox contacted me and asked if I would like to review their product.  PetBox is the perfect gift box for pets. PetBox 005 The PetBox arrived on a day that my husband and I had both been working.  We have a dog walker visit, however, Henry and Reese still have so much energy after lounging around most of the day.  I came in and dumped my bags and keys.  Before even taking my coat off I teased the pups by showing them the box and announcing ‘toys and treats’.  They danced around, tails wagging, barking loudly as if telling me to hurry up and take my coat and boots off.

I'll do whatever it takes for this cookie.

I’ll do whatever it takes for this cookie.

PetBox is a monthly delivery service that introduces fun and healthy new pet products to its members each month.  You can personalize your subscription by selecting items to pack in your  PetBox each month.  Products that make sense for your furry family.  There are several items that won’t aggravate allergies.  Henry quite happily gobbled up the ‘Smooches’, a wheat-free cookie made by The Honest Kitchen.  Reese is very fussy when it comes to treats but is a fan of the little pumpkin, ginger flavor ‘Barkers’ by Healthy Dogma.  These adorable bone shaped bites are the perfect size for her.  No food aggression issues with these treats (that is a treat for me). The PetBox pet experts scour the planet looking for only the best products to offer its members. You won’t find thousands of products to choose from, rather only products that make your furry friend’s life more healthy and enjoyable. http://finance.yahoo.com/news/dogs-cease-unhealthy-relationships-mailmen-233900982.html;_ylt=A2KJ3CaxVY5SYgcAPf7QtDMD

Reese's favourite pieces

Reese’s favourite pieces

PetBox was a huge hit and so much fun; a Christmas stocking in a box! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5KY1zN1_Umg I love that I’m able to select the contents of each box, which means different surprises each month.  In fact, this is a great, unique gift idea for friends with pets.  The generosity will be appreciated by your friends, their pets, and the shelter animals who also benefit from your participation in this wonderful program.  PetBox Fridays  is another way to give back by going online and voting for a shelter of the week. For more information on this charity visit http://getpetbox.com/we-give-back.html PetBox was a huge hit and so much fun; a Christmas stocking in a box!   Here is a peak at the premium products we received in our PetBox; The Honest Kitchen Smooches – $7.99 Retail

Smooches are made with ingredients that are 100 percent human grade, including barley flour, USDA chicken, molasses, filtered water, eggs, organic virgin coconut oil, cranberries, and aged parmesan cheese. www.thehonestkitchen.com

Clear Conscience Sliders & Tenderstikz – $11.99

These are the first tender moist pet treats with NO glycerin or “vegetable” glycerin, NO propylene glycol, and NO sugars or syrups. And because it’s a Clear Conscience product, of course you WON’T find any grains, gluten meals, or other high carb “fillers.” www.clearconsciencepet.com

Aussie Naturals Duck Toy – $14.99 Retail

High tensile strength Jutey Cotton rope makes up his neck and legs, over which layers of Jute Fabric cover a body filled with Coconut Fiber. It is all topped off with Jute Fabric Wings and a ridiculously tough Leather Head for a mixture of scents & textures that is hard to kill. www.aussienaturals.us

KeepDoggieSafe.com Pet Rescue Decal – $5.99 Retail

The Rescue Decal is a weatherproof window decal intended for exterior use in case of fire or other emergency to notify emergency workers that there are pets inside your house that need to be rescued. www.keepdoggiesafe.com Earth Heart Canine Calm Spray – $12.99 Retail The natural remedy mist can be sprayed directly onto cloth, skin or fur without staining or leaving a sticky residue. Dog lovers and professionals recommend Canine Calm as a safe and effective natural remedy for over 90% of dogs who experience whimpering, cowering, trembling, panting, pacing, drooling, barking, shaking, vomiting and other signs of upset during non-routine activities, and fearful or unsettling times. www.earthheartinc.com NoviPet Multi Vitamin

NoviPet was launched with one sole purpose: to make healthy supplements tasty and fun for dogs and cats, just like treats. NoviPet Multi Vitamin Chews for Dogs provides the essential nutrients for optimal pet health. www.novipet.net

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Disclaimer: Her and her dogs received a complimentary box of goodies from PETBOX for posting an honest review of this product. The feedback and opinions shared in this post are ours, in our words. We did not receive monetary compensation for this review, and it is our choice to share this product/service information.

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Categories: PRODUCT & SERVICE REVIEWS Tagged: Fun, Gifts, Puppy, Treat

pat-a-cake, pat-a-cake, baker’s (wo)man

February 2, 2013 | Leave a Comment

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Pat-a-cake, pat-a-cake, baker’s man.

Bake me a cake as fast as you can;

Roll it, Pat it and mark it with P,

Put it in the oven for puppy and me.

Patty cake, patty cake, baker’s man.

Bake me a cake as fast as you can;

Roll it up, roll it up;

And throw it in a pan!

Patty cake, patty cake, baker’s man.

Patty cake, patty cake, baker’s man.

Bake me a cake as fast as you can;

Roll it up, roll it up;

Put it in a pan;

And toss it in the oven as fast as you can!

This is our favourite cookie recipe from Doggy Dessert Chef; http://doggydessertchef.com/2012/07/24/gluten-free-peanut-butter-molasses/

Categories: OUR PACK Tagged: Cake, Cookie, Puppy

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