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DIY SNUFFLE MATS FOR DOGS

April 17, 2020 | 7 Comments

IN 6.5 EASY STEPS

It’s hard to believe it’s the middle of April, and we’re still getting snow in Ontario! I guess we’ve had plenty of strange things going on lately. Not just in Ontario. My pack lives in the country, so we are already self-isolated. For those of you unable to easily walk your companion in built-up areas, or experiencing unpleasant weather, a snuffle mat will provide mental stimulation for your companion.

Brain Game

THE BENEFIT OF ALLOWING DOGS TO SNIFF

Sniffing is a natural practice for dogs. It’s an easy, mentally stimulating exercise that will help tire your companions, so they settle nicely. Of course, mental training is better when paired with physical movement. Some form of activity (mental or physical) is better than none.

HOW TO CREATE YOUR MAT:

heavy-weight mat

CHOOSE YOUR MAT

I purchased a heavyweight, non-sliding, anti-fatigue draining mat from TSC. This mat will stand up to pawing and pulling. Another option is a sink draining mat.

CUT TO SIZE

I am making these mats to sell in support of rescue efforts and have cut my mat into a variety of sizes. If the mat you selected is too large for your dog(s), you can always cut some away, or divide in half and donate to a rescue organization as an auction item, or gift to a pet-parent friend.

I made sizes small to extra-large and chose an extra-large mat for my ‘multi-dog’ crew.
I do not recommend these mats for multi-dog households where food-aggression is an issue.

CHOOSE YOUR FLEECE

The better the quality, the more durable and long-lasting your mat will be. Keep in mind; we’re making these mats for talented sniffer hounds that will put them through vigorous testing.

You can opt to use a single colour or pattern, or several bright and bold colours. I chose to mix coordinating fabrics for this collection of mats.

Variety of fleece fabric

BE SURE TO PRE WASH YOUR FLEECE BEFORE CUTTING AND TYING 

(this is the .5 step but extremely important)

Fleece is covered in tiny particles of fibres. These could be dangerous if inhaled or ingested. Prewashing the fleece removes these loose particles.

CUT YOUR FLEECE

Using scissors, or a rotary cutter and self-healing mat, cut the fleece approximately 6 inches x 1.5 inches (These don’t have to be exact; a little variety will give your mat more character and create different heights in which to hide the treasure treats)

TIE THE PIECES ON YOUR MAT

Have fun with this step. Create a pattern or tie pieces randomly. One tie (single knot) is enough to hold pieces firmly in place. You can flip the mat over to check for any gaps where you might have missed a tie.

Two-way tie vs. Three-way tie

Three-way tied mats require more fabric (more costly) and are more time-consuming. Simply add a tie on the angle (see second image below). The result is a fuller mat with less open gaps through the rug to the floor and more hiding places to hold treats.

It takes me approximately 3.5 hours to make an extra-large, three-way tied mat.  

Approximately four shows on Netflix

LOAD WITH TREATS AND ENJOY

I use small, non-crumbly training treats for my guys. If you feed your dog kibble, you could also use the mat as an alternative to their bowl. Switch things up a bit and make them work for it (I say work, but for dogs, it’s not a bad thing).

NB: Pet-parents should closely monitor playtime.

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Categories: TRICKS, TREATS & TRAINING Tagged: DIY, Exercise, Games, Treats

CAROB DOG TREATS – TWO WAYS

April 10, 2020 | 10 Comments

EASTER TREATS THAT ARE SAFE FOR DOGS

With three dogs in the house, that bunny keeps his distance, every year. The fact that everyone is ‘social-distancing’ makes no difference in that regard.

Easter Treats

Usually, Easter is a time for families to come together. Sadly, for most, that is not possible due to the COVID-19 virus. What is most important at this time is that we stay safe, keep each other safe, and reach out to loved ones to let them know we are thinking of them. In addition to the phone, there are different ways to stay connected; Facetime, Skype, email, and snail-mail I plan to sit quietly with a cup of tea and write little notes to send people to (hopefully) put a smile on their faces.    

I love to cook and bake. As my plans to host family members have changed, the dog’s luck has too!

Eager Bunny

#BAKINGFORDOGS

CAROB IS A SAFE ALTERNATIVE TO CHOCOLATE

Carob contains as much vitamin B1 as asparagus or strawberries; the same amount of niacin as lima beans, lentils, or peas; and more vitamin A than eggplant, asparagus, and beets. It’s also high in vitamin B2, calcium, magnesium, and iron, making these treats a not so guilty pleasure for your companions. 

Most people know that chocolate is toxic for dogs, especially cocoa, cooking chocolate, and dark chocolate, which contain the highest levels of theobromine. Milk chocolate and white chocolate contain the least amount. Due to the high level of theobromine found in the darker chocolates mentioned above, even a tiny amount could be fatal for dogs.

If you suspect your dog has ingested chocolate (milk, or dark), contact your vet or the PET POISON HELPLINE immediately.  

MONITOR INTERACTION OF CHILDREN (chocolate Easter Eggs), AND DOGS, AT ALL TIMES! 

I hope your dogs enjoy the following Easter treats.

Note: I use gluten-free oats and natural peanut butter. Please ensure your peanut butter does not contain Xylitol, a sweetener that is EXTREMELY TOXIC to dogs.

CAROB-DIPPED BUNNY TAILS AND NUTBARS

The base of this recipe is oat, apple, and peanut butter cookies (included). 

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CAROB ICED DOG TREATS

CAROB ICED DOG TREATS

Ingredients

  • Cookies:
  • 1 3/4 cup oat flour (add more until not sticky)
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened apple sauce
  • 1/4 cup natural peanut butter
  • To Decorate:
  • 1/2 cup carob chips
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened, shredded coconut
  • 1/4 cup unsalted peanuts, chopped into small pieces

Instructions

Preheat oven to 325F
Mix 1.5 cups of oat flour plus other two ingredients in a bowl using hands
Dust work area with remaining oat flour
Place dough on work area and roll to 1/4" thickness
Use preferred cookie cutter and cut out your biscuits (roll and cut as required)
Place on parchment paper in over for 20 to 30 minutes until hard and golden brown
Remove and let cool before decorating
Place topping ingredients in shallow bowls
Melt carob chips in microwave until they soften-remove and stir to melt remainder of chips
Working quickly: dip top of cookie-end in carob, and then press into one of the other toppings
Repeat process until all cookies complete
Enjoy!
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This recipe was created by Sadie at herandherdogs.com

Ready to ice!

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Stay home, stay safe, and have a happy Easter,

 

 

 

Categories: RECIPES Tagged: Carob, Easter Treats For Dogs, Holidays, Peanut Butter, Recipes for Dogs, Treats

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

PEANUT BUTTER MOLASSES COOKIES

December 12, 2015 | 3 Comments

CINNAMON REMINDS ME OF WINTER

Fresh out of the oven – I have dogs at my feet!

(gluten-free) Peanut Butter Molasses Cookies

Ingredients
1/2 cup Peanut Butter
1/4 cup Molasses
1 teaspoon Cinnamon
2 cups White Rice Flour

Directions
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
2. In a large bowl add all ingredients and mix well. I add water until desired consistency is achieved.
3. Knead dough into ball and roll onto a heavily floured surface 1/4 inch thick.

Cut with the cookie cutter of your choice.

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4. Place on your prepared cookie sheet and bake for 10 to 15 minutes. Cool and refrigerate.
Makes 3 to 4 dozen rounds.

Fresh out of the oven - I have dogs at my feet!

Fresh out of the oven – I have dogs at my feet!

Recipe courtesy of Doggy Dessert Chef – we LOVE her

Enjoy!
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Categories: RECIPES, TRICKS, TREATS & TRAINING Tagged: Dog Biscuits, Love, Treats

PUMPKIN POWER – Delicious & Nutritious

October 5, 2015 | Leave a Comment

Autumn

See ‘Pumpkin & Peanut Butter Biscuit’ Recipe (below)

There’s no denying fall has arrived. Although we will miss the summer sun and days spent on the Lake, we look forward to enjoying the splendor that comes with this new season. Colourful leaves to run through and roll around and frolic in, and the cooler, fresh autumn air – preferable to some dogs depending on their coats. Fall presents new ‘sniffing scentsations,’ and the gorgeous, bountiful (fall) affair made available to us by our local farmers. Including squash and pumpkins!

Pumpkins are delicious and provide a generous source of nutrition for people and their pets!

The Health benefits of Pumpkin (source)

  • low calorie vegetable. 100 g fruit provides just 26 calories and contains no saturated fats or cholesterol
  • rich in dietary fiber, anti-oxidants, minerals, vitamins. The vegetable is one of the food items recommended by dieticians in cholesterol controlling and weight reduction programs.
  • contains many anti-oxidant vitamins such as vitamin-A, vitamin-C and vitamin-E.
  • The fruit is a good source of B-complex group of vitamins like folates, niacin, vitamin B-6 (pyridoxine), thiamin and pantothenic acid.
  • It is also rich source of minerals like copper, calcium, potassium and phosphorus.
  • Pumpkin seeds indeed are an excellent source of dietary fiber and mono-unsaturated fatty acids, which are good for heart health. In addition, the seeds are concentrated sources of protein, minerals and health-benefiting vitamins. For instance, 100 g of pumpkin seeds provide 559 calories, 30 g of protein, 110% RDA of iron, 4987 mg of niacin (31% RDA), selenium (17% of RDA), zinc (71%) etc., but no cholesterol. Further, the seeds are an excellent source of health promoting amino acid tryptophan. Tryptophan is converted to GABA in the brain.
Fall Bounty

Fall Bounty

The healing properties in pumpkins are often used to settle stomach upsets, constipation, or diarrhea in dogs (and cats). Simply add a tablespoon of pureed pumpkin into their normal meal.

Substituting pumpkin with a portion of your dog’s normal food, also aids weight loss without loss of nutrition. Pumpkin is low calorie and rich in fiber, giving the ‘full’ feeling as well as helping to regulate digestion.

There are also healing properties in the oil found in pumpkins and their seeds. Dogs suffering from joint discomfort or urinary conditions may benefit from having pumpkin added to their diets. To avoid choking, hand-feed pumpkin seeds as a treat one at a time (in moderation), or grind the seeds and add a small amount in with your companion’s food.

Pumpkins are also extremely hydrating as they consist of ninety percent water! Foods that dehydrate your companion contribute to upset stomachs. It is good practice to monitor your pet’s intake of water. Knowing if there is an increase or decrease in consumption may be helpful information for your veterinarian.

We would like to share with you one of our favorite recipes. We simply substitute a portion of the peanut butter with pumpkin. Due to allergies, we also use Brown Rice Flour.

Delicious & Nutritious

Delicious & Nutritious

Pumpkin is available in a can all year long! Be sure to choose an all-natural brand that does not have added sugar or other preservatives.

Enjoy!

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Categories: HEALTH & WELLNESS, TRICKS, TREATS & TRAINING Tagged: Autumn, Dog Biscuits, Health, Recipe, Seasonal, Treats

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