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Like most cats…our boy Romeo loves catnip! He enjoys snacking on it and playing with toys that have a catnip aroma. Our vet told us that it’s stimulating for them and great for their overall mental health. Romeo will get stimulated fairly quickly with his …
All cat owners know that they love to hide. You’ll often find them hiding underneath the bed, in the back of a closet, or underneath your favorite sitting chair. Cats are some of the best hiders in the domestic animal world! Our favorite feline Romeo …
If you own a cat you already know how hard it is to keep their coats groomed. Our boy Romeo used to fight us tooth-and-nail when it came to getting his hair (fur) brushed. He hated it. I thought it was just a “cat thing” until I realized I was using the wrong brush!
Just like people…they can have sensitive skin. They don’t want sharp, metal bristles scraping their skin. They don’t want you brushing hard to get the tangles out. They want it to be a pleasant and relaxing experience. They’re just like us!
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For the past few months I’ve been experimenting with grooming brushes and finally found one that Romeo enjoys. It’s made by Companion. It doesn’t have metal bristles and it’s easy to clean. After each grooming session I can easily pull out the collected hair and toss it away. The handle is ergonically correct, so I can sit and brush his hair for hours without it hurting my hands.
The first 2-3 times I used it on Romeo he wasn’t too fond of it due to past experiences. Once he was able to see that it was different, he learned to lay there and relax. Now it’s like getting a nice massage! He’ll fall asleep a few minutes after I start grooming him. A win-win! Grooming is an important part in keeping your cat healthy and happy (plus, it cuts down on fur balls).
You can find all kinds of different cat grooming brushes out in the retail marketplace. I’m no expert or pet professional, but I can honestly tell you that our boy hated the ones with metal and sharp bristles. I like the size of this brush too…I can pack it in our bag when traveling with our boy. Yes, he sometimes takes road trips along with us.
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We have an indoor cat named Romeo. Our boy will be turning 3 years old in September. He loves to sit in front of all of the different windows in our home and spend time in our enclosed sunroom. He’s yearning to get outside but …
I use a lot of baskets around my home to keep things organized and clutter-free. I use them for all kinds of different things! They’re great for holding kids toys, throw blankets & pillows, cookbooks, gardening accessories, extra things in your pantry, bath linens for …
I am a proud dog mama and I only want to the best for my two fur babies. Colby and Winston are definitely spoiled and everything from their food to their toys are chosen with love. What they eat is very important to me and I’ve recently been introduced to A Pup Above, which is a dog food that is made from 100% human grade ingredients, non-gmo produce and meat without steroids, antibiotics and hormones.
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Most traditional “fresh dog food” has been cooked over high heat. When that happens, the food’s weight shrinks by about 25%, losing a lot of vitamins, nutrients, and protein. A Pup Above uses the sous-vide cooking method, cooking foods slowly and evenly to retain all that wholesome goodness.
My dogs are picky when it comes to their food and their treats. They’ve been known to turn their nose up from time to time, but this was not the case when they got introduced to A Pup Above. We tried all four flavors of food, which I will tell you a little more about.
* Porky’s Luau – a savory blend of lean pork with superfoods like sweet potatoes, pineapple and turmeric are incorporated into this grain-free, Hawaiian-inspired food. My dogs really liked this one as well. I believe Winston enjoyed this one the best (pictured).
* Turkey Pawella – this one was the favorite of my dogs by far. It is made with cage-free, real turkey and non-GMO veggies such a tomatoes, carrots and green peas. It is packed with antioxidants, fiber, and vitamins. My dogs were gobbling this one up immediately, especially Colby (pictured next to his favorite).
* Chicka Chicka Bow Wow – this is a combination of chicken, chicken livers, spinach, sweet potatoes, apples and kale to name a few of the ingredients. My dogs liked this one, but it wasn’t their favorite.
* Texas Beef Stew – this one packs the bold flavors from the Lone Star State. This is a grain-free dog food made with non-GMO veggies and beef that satisfied my pups for sure. There were wagging tails and empty bowls after serving up this one.
What I really like about A Pup Above is that it contains 72% more protein that other dog foods, which helps with weight management, building healthier muscles, skin and joints. I want my dogs to be and stay healthy for as long as possible—especially since they are both seniors.
In addition, all of the A Pup Above products are made by using 100% recyclable packaging, which can make a big difference, especially when It’s estimated that 300 million pounds of plastic pet food and treat bags are generated each year with 99% not being recycled. I love companies that want to make an impact.
A Pup Above is shipped frozen and you simply defrost one of the vacuum-sealed bags for 24 hours in the fridge overnight. One patty is equivalent to one pound of food and lasts for one week. You can use it as a whole meal, a mixer or as topper. We’ve been using it as a mixer as we didn’t want to completely change our feeding routine.
A Pup Above food is sold in stores—find one near you by selecting the Find a Store option on the A Pup Above website. A three-pound bag costs $39.00 and the seven-pound bag is $77.99. To learn more about A Pup Above, follow the company on Instagram and Facebook.
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Pounce Chicken Flavor Moist Cat Treats are one of Romeo’s favorite snacks. They’re made with with real chicken. Available in a variety of flavors. We purchase the 3 oz. packages for our special boy. According to the package, the feeding instructions are as follows: Cat’s Weight …
Romeo our 2 year old cat is still at the point in his life that he enjoys a lot of play time. He really enjoys interactive cat toys that stimulates his mind and body. He’s bored with balls, catnip toys, squeezies, and other items. He’s …