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SUMMERTIME WITH EZYDOG

June 21, 2017 | 44 Comments

SUMMER FUN GIVEAWAY!

#SPONSORED – Disclaimer: Her and her dogs are being compensated to review EzyDog™ products and share feedback with our followers. The opinions shared in this post are ours; expressed in our words. It is our choice, and our pleasure to share this information about this product with you.

As Canadians, we look forward to and appreciate the warm weather when it finally arrives.  I’m not a skier, I don’t own snowshoes, and my idea of fun is not sitting in a little tent, on the ice, waiting for the fish to take my line.

WHAT I LOVE ABOUT SUMMER:

Pool parties and BBQ’s (I take a hearty salad for myself and as a side for my meat-eating friends), spending time on Lake Simcoe, biking, hiking; green walks along the trails, concerts in the park, picnics, outdoor movies and so much more!

We adopted Jack at the end of last summer.  Up until then, he had lived a ‘sheltered’ life.  Worse than that; he was a mill dog and summer to him meant sweltering heat with not even a fan for relief. He was confined to his crate where the stench of urine and feces was intensified by the warm weather.   We only had him for a couple of months before the first snow arrived.  In that short time, although we worked with him every day, Jack was still too fearful to appreciate his environment (indoors or outdoors).

Slowly but surely, Jack transformed into a more confident and very happy dog.  He LOVED the snow and would fly around the garden. The transformation from black to white dog took only a few laps.

Jack has been to Florida twice now and seems to enjoy the sand and sea almost as much as the snow.

This summer will be Jack’s first time on a boat or a kayak!

Before we share these experiences with him, we need to put some safety measures in place.  First, and foremost we need a Dog Flotation Device.  Believe you, me, and Henry, these are not all created equally.*

Comfort AND safety!

Jack is very ‘Poodle-chested.’  One of the features that I appreciate about the EZYDOG DOG FLOTATION DEVICE is the unique ultra-buoyancy foam that is strategically positioned to keep dogs in a natural swimming position at all times.  They don’t have to work extra hard to keep themselves in this position.

Also, the DFD™ was designed and has been tested extensively, to provide an ergonomic and comfortable fit for your dog.  Cumbersome and restrictive jackets can be discouraging and make dogs less confident in the water.  As this will be Jack’s first trip out on the boat, we want him to be as happy as possible.

The EZYDOG DFD is available in two stunning colours; red, and yellow.

If you spend time in the water after dark, you will be pleased to learn the device is also reflective and includes an ergonomic grab handle and super strong D-Ring.  This means we can easily secure the dogs onboard when the boat is on the move and place them in the water for a swim when we stop.  The handle also makes it easier to lift them out of the water when they want back aboard.  Only Henry has figured out how to use the steps.

Stylish Water Gear

For weenie dogs, like Reese, check out the DFD MICRO.  This floatation device was designed specifically for dogs under 7kg/15lbs.

*Please be sure to select the appropriate device and size for your dog based on weight.  Size is determined by measuring the length and girth.  Also, be sure to monitor your dog’s girth at the beginning of each season.  Henry’s previous life jacket did not allow for winter weight gain, and it did not provide him with enough support the following summer.  He made a bit of a splash, last year!

We also love the NEO CLASSIC COLLAR for summer.  It is made from neoprene, the fabric used in wetsuits.  Neoprene is a very durable material that does not absorb oils and dries quickly, so it does not get stinky like a regular nylon collar.  Wet dog smell is one thing, but the smell of wet dog collar is gross.  Ya, you know what I’m talkin’ about!

Because the fabric is soft, it is more comfortable for your companion than a plastic, waterproof collar.  The extra wide version of this collar, NEO WIDE, is also available for larger dogs. Both options are available in a variety of colours and fun patterns.

It’s hardly surprising that EzyDog provides award winning active dog products. Founder and CEO Luke Hatcher’s experience includes working in the water sports industry as well as a passion for surf, adventure, and his Border Collie ‘Roger.’ Luke invented and made a few bungee cord dog leashes which were a hit with his friends, who told their friends and so on, and so forth.  Before long, Luke was selling more than he could produce and EzyDog was born.

We strive to be at the forefront of innovation for the active dog enthusiast

EzyDog has evolved into a full line of dog products that focus on function, durability and unique designs. The products are still handmade to the highest quality only now they are made in factories and sold worldwide.

EzyDog has created products to enhance the outdoor experience with our dogs.  Comment below telling us your dog’s favourite water activity for your chance to win a Dog Flotation Device and Neo Collar! Contest is open to Canadian and U.S. residents only.

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If you don’t win, don’t worry.  Use discount code SADIEANDCO for 10% off your EzyDog order!

Thank you, EzyDog,

 
 
 
 

Categories: PRODUCT & SERVICE REVIEWS Tagged: Boating, Family, Fun, Kayaking, Summer, Swimming

CANDID K NINES TREATS

August 10, 2016 | 48 Comments

REVIEW AND GIVEAWAY

Disclaimer: Her and her dogs received treats from Candid K Nines in exchange for an honest review of the product. The feedback and opinions shared in this post are ours, expressed in our words. We did not receive monetary compensation for this review. It is our choice, and a pleasure to share information about these treats with our followers. We know your pups will enjoy them!

Giveaway

Sadie & Co. are excited to share these delightful treats with you (and your dogs). Candid K Nines is generously giving away one bag of each flavour of their delicious ‘snap’ treats. PLUS, each winner will receive these fun, summer-themed treats.

THERE WILL BE THREE LUCKY WINNERS!!! 

EACH WILL RECEIVE A BAG OF SNAPS AND THEMED TREATS!!!

We love sharing stories about company’s that start up as a result of inspiration from their animal companion(s). Candid K Nines was inspired by Harley. Nicole St-Onge, the person behind the brand, tells the story:

“It all started in 2012 when we made our first batch of homemade dog treats for our dog Harley. Before we knew it, we were baking for our friends and families. In 2014 our hobby turned into a business, and Candid K Nines Treats for Dogs became available in several retail stores across Southwestern Ontario.”

Part of the appeal to me, as a customer, is the ingredient list.

Nicole agrees:

Our treats are better because of what we don’t put in them!

These handcrafted treats are wheat and gluten free and naturally preserved. They do not include additional salt, sugar, or anything artificial. The cheese and honey have natural components of salt and sugar – that’s it, that’s all. Au natural.

Henry, Reese, and Jack love the entire range of goodies offered by Candid K Nines. This includes:

Cheesy Cheddar Snaps

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Peanut Butter & Honey Snaps

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Simply Pumpkin Snaps

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And a collection of Decorated Treats. Candid K Nines design the cutest seasonal and event themed treats and offer custom creations also. These decorated delights are perfect for a Host or Hostess gift, or a personalized Doggie Birthday Bag.

I am attending a wedding in October for a dog-loving couple. Each had a dog when they met.  Their wedding is their official joining as one big, happy pack. I am ordering a ‘Bride’ bone & ‘Groom’ bone to attach to the wedding gift bag

Are you a business sponsoring an event? Dog people LOVE having furry family members included.  Order a box of cookies and have YOUR business name iced on them.

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Bone and Paw Print Shaped Birthday Cakes for Fido (or Henry, or Reese, or Jack), are also available from Candid K Nines.

You might see Candid K Nines at an event near you. If not, don’t despair, these delicious treats are available to order online or may be purchased at exclusive retail outlets. Click here to locate a store near you.

As a pet parent, I am happy knowing these fun, and fabulous treats are free from ingredients that would cause discomfort to my dogs.

Henry, Reese, and Jack LOVE these treats!

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About the giveaway:

No purchase necessary. Giveaway is open to Canadian and US residents age 18 and older, except where prohibited by law. Giveaway will run from August 10th through August 16th, 2016, at 11:59 pm EST. THREE lucky winners will be randomly selected and notified via email. Winners will have 48 hours to claim their prizes; failure to do so will result in forfeiture of the prize. Twitter and Pinterest do not sponsor, administer, or endorse this promotion. Participants must read and agree to Rafflecopter’s Privacy Policy before entering and participating in this promotion. This giveaway prize was generously donated by Nicole St-Onge, of Candid K Nines.

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Confession: 

There was one other adorable bone cookie ‘I LOVE TREATS.’  He, who shall remain unnamed stole and devoured it before I was able to take a photo.

Thank you Nicole,
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Categories: PRODUCT & SERVICE REVIEWS Tagged: Fun, Giveaway, Summer, Treats

summer – art in the park

July 10, 2014 | Leave a Comment

Promenade in Garden

 

Last year, I attended the Purple Turtle Art Festival where, a lush meadow provides the perfect backdrop for the display of original paintings, sculptures, photography, pottery, jewellery, woodcraft, native art, and other beautiful creations.  More than 30 artisans from Toronto to Tory Hill, Ontario, as well as local artists, have been selected to present their artwork at the festival.

As I wandered between booths, my eyes continued to be drawn to the colourful pieces displayed by artist Eleanora Siamenava.  As I drew closer, I was able to make out the complex details in each of the paintings.  I was fascinated by the characters and the subtle way, in which Eleanora includes birds and animals in her pieces.  At first glance you may not even notice them.  One becomes mesmerized, standing in front of one of these beautiful works of art; easily disappearing into this other world of theatrics.

Ladies and Gentleman, it is my pleasure to introduce Eleanora Siamenava – A Cinema and Theatre Professional Artist working in the sphere of Painting, Applied Arts and Design of Modern Costume.

One Artist’s Theatre:













spot the butterflies


What inspires you?

Beauty, harmony and giving of positive emotions and feelings to people.

Do you have a favourite subject(s)? If so, what is it about that subject that speaks to you?

Yes I do. They are the themes of human life that bring happiness and beauty.

What is your preferred medium, why?

In general my works are – canvas, oil, as well as – paper, acrylic. These are my favorite mediums.

Where is your favourite place to paint?

My studio in my house, I really love it, it’s bright, also, my family that’s always near me.

Is there anything (else) you would like people to know about Eleanora Siamenava?

About myself. Many years I’ve been working in the world of cinematography as a costume designer – that’s why all of my art has theater’s image and I’m thankful to fate that it is so. I like this world, it is mine.

Artist’s favourite colour?

My favorite colors are – “warm” and “hot” ones – they bring happiness.

http://www.eleanart.com/index.html
http://www.purpleturtlearts.ca/painters.html

 

Categories: WORKS OF ART Tagged: Art, Beautiful, Birds, Summer, Treasure

summer – fun in the sun

July 4, 2014 | 6 Comments

The Executive team at Must Luv Dogs

The Executive team at Must Luv Dogs

Many years ago, I watched the now iconic movie Gremlins.  I was probably too young, but everyone was talking about it so my dad treated my siblings and I to an outing at the cinema (that’s my story, and I’m sticking to it).  For those of you not old enough to remember, the 1984 horror-comedy was about an adorable little creature, a Mogwai, given to Billy Peltzer by his father.  Billy named his new little friend Gizmo and after being warned, Billy accepted the huge responsibility that comes with looking after him.  There are rules that Billy must follow; the Mogwai must be kept away from bright light, never made wet and never, ever feed them after midnight.  In the movie, things turn ugly when two of the three simple rules are not adhered to.

Much responsibility comes with dog-ownership too.  When my husband and I plan to be in and out of stores or offices, we leave the dogs at home where they will be comfortable.  We never leave them in the car in soaring summer temperatures – heat stroke occurs quickly, and nothing is worth that risk.  If we are outside, or spend time in the lake, we take them with us.  Henry and Reese, my little Mogwais, appear to be possessed and about to transform into Gremlins when introduced to a body of water.  They prefer to watch from the dock.  That said, even though they are groomed every five weeks in the summer due to their thick, curly coats, Henry and Reese are not fans of hot, humid days.  They prefer early morning, or late evening walks before the sun rises fully or just as its setting.  I was beginning to think my pack would have to become nocturnal until I learned about ‘Cool Coats’.

Valerie Wilson, owner and creator of this wonderful product, is also from Ontario and understands the heat and humidity.  When noticing her own beloved companions struggling in the heat, Valerie decided it was time to do something about it. “I searched everywhere for cool coats that were functional, stylish and durable. I bought many different styles of cooling coats and vests on the market and tested them all on my dogs and one by one, I ruled them out”.   With years of product development experience, Valerie set about researching leading edge materials to create coats initially for her own dogs.  “This was the only way to get exactly what I wanted.”  After finding a unique cooling material that was lightweight and would keep dogs cool and dry, Valerie designed a pattern and searched for ‘a top notch production facility that manufactures to high quality standards and got to work.’  In 2007, Cool Coats was born.  Today, Cool Coat customers include; owners and handlers of agility dogs, flyball dogs, conformation show dogs, breeders, groomers and companion family pets all over the world.  The coats fit a variety of sizes from Papillions to Great Danes, and is available in three gorgeous summer colours.

Saturday morning, we arranged to collect our coats from Valerie.  Valerie is passionate about her dogs, her business and her products and it shows.  I originally provided sizes via email and explained that Reese was not a typical size, due to her growth being stunted while living her first two years in a small cage (for those who don’t already know, Reese is a Puppy Mill rescue).  Valerie suggested physically trying the coats on to ensure a comfortable fit for both dogs and kindly offered to meet with us.

It was before 9:00 am when we set out, and the temperature was already nearing 30 degrees C (without factoring in the humidex factor!).  There was a trail not far from the location of our meeting that was at least shaded from direct sunlight by trees.  My parents were visiting as it was our Canada Day long weekend, and I thought it would be a nice outing for my mom and me with the dogs (our boys were fishing).  As soon as we got in the car I put the air conditioning on.  It does not make a difference straight away, and poor Henry was still panting when we arrived at our destination half an hour later.  In the future, Henry and Reese will be fitted with their cool coats prior to departure.

Valerie pulled her car up alongside ours, armed with several different coat sizes.  As she went about fitting and checked for adequate coverage on the fluffy mogwais, Valerie spoke to both Henry and Reese in a calm, assuring tone.  The material reminded me of a wet suit, and I learned it should fit in the same snug manner, keeping the ‘cool’ close to the body.

We stopped at Starbucks; mom grabbed tea and then I went in and soaked the coats, squeezed out the excess water and suited up the pups.  Before we had even pulled out of the parking lot, both dogs were ‘chilled out’ in the back seat.  The hatch had been open during the fitting, so this relaxed state had nothing to do with the air conditioning.  As well as keeping pups cool, Valerie pointed out that it’s fit, similar to that of our beloved Thundershirt, has proven cool coats to have a calming effect.

add water

chillin in the backseat

lifegaurds

dock dogs

hang to dry

 

My husband and I love spending time out in the beautiful summer weather.  We have noticed an incredible difference in both Henry and Reese during our walks and have modified the rules in relation to mogwais:

-Keep safe and cool and away from direct sunlight (shade is the best option)
-Add water as needed (often for hydration)
-Never, ever feed after midnight.  After a day of fun in the sun, we’re all sound asleep by midnight.

Thank you so much Valerie – your coats have made the difference between night and day (literally).

A note from the team at Must Luv Dogs:
Because we love dogs please remember…
-this product is not intended to prevent heatstroke
-it is not a life jacket and does not float
-do not leave your dog in the car under any circumstances
-always have fresh drinking water available for your dog


Why Cool Coats?

http://mustluvdogs.ca/why-buy/


Movie trivia:

My favourite quote from Gremlins:

Grandfather : He has something he wants to say to you.

Billy Peltzer : You mean you can understand what he says when he speaks?

Grandfather : To understand, one has only to listen.

It’s been three decades since the Steven Spielberg-produced Gremlins first hit theaters and both delighted and frightened an entire generation of kids and it’s being released as a digital download – a modern celebration of the film’s 30th anniversary.

http://www.buzzfeed.com/briangalindo/gremlins-star-zach-galligan-on-gremlins-at-30

Gremlins (1984) http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0087363/

Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990) http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0087363/

 

Categories: HEALTH & WELLNESS Tagged: Dogs, Fun, Health, Summer

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