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Coziness for our Cats

March 20, 2016 by Emilee Evans

Cats love to be cozy. I find our cats in interesting spots sometimes all for the sake of being cozy. Our big Maine Coon is notorious for trying to fit into small spaces. Having a comfy area where they can rest is just what they need and love!

Disclosure: I received a complimentary product to facilitate my review. Regardless, all opinions are my own. This post contains affiliate links.

2-in-1 Tube Cat Mat and Bed

The Pets and More Tube Cat Mat and Bed unzips to convert quickly from a tube bed to a full size mat/bed. Cats can lounge or play in the tube and enjoy some comfy cozy time! It has an electrostatic plush material that attracts shedding hair to help keep floors and furniture fur-free. It has a self-heating thermal core to keep cats warm.
For our review we received the Pet Cat Tube, 2 in 1 Tube Cat Mat and Bed.

Bart, our Maine Coon, claimed the Tube Cat Mat right away. I had set it out on our table and zipped it into the Tube Mat to get a good look at it. We had to run a quick errand, and when we came home he was already snug in the Tube.
Because he’s a Maine Coon he is fairly large. He’s 15lbs, and I’m not sure of his height, but I know when he stretches up his paws easily reach the top of the kitchen counter. So he is pretty long, but he fits snugly. He loves it!

The outer material is pretty sturdy, and the inside is nice and soft. It is easy to zip up and unzip so it can be used as a nice sized mat. Then the cats can even lay on it together! They both definitely favor the Tube Bed style, though. I love that it offers options!
Overall, the Tube Cat Mat has definitely been a big hit with our cats! It offers a nice, cozy space for quiet time and sleeping as well as a bed where they can cuddle with each other! It’s soft but sturdy and easy to wash as well because it’s machine-washable!
The 2-in-1 Tube Cat Mat and Bed can be purchased on Amazon.

Fun Personalized Pet Accessories

August 12, 2015 by Emilee Evans

I think I’ve shared many times how much I love personalized products. I’ve also shared how much we love our pets as they are part of our family. So I was definitely excited to see the personalized pet accessories by Hot Dog Collars.

Disclosure: I received complimentary products to facilitate my review. Regardless, all opinions are my own.
Hot Dog Collars is the worldwide leader in online pet accessories including dog collars, ID Tags, Licensed Pet gear, and more. Their mission is “happy dogs and happy owners,” and it carries on through their new RUFF (Rescue Us For Freedom) program. They are partnering with charities, pet rescues and shelters, and similar groups to spread the word about these great organizations and the work they do. They reach millions of dog owners every year and expect the impact on the selected organizations to be significant.
As a former dog trainer and pet parent of rescued pets, I can really appreciate this!
For our review, we received a personalized dog collar, Dog Leash, and RubIt HEART Dog Tag Clip. We also received a couple of treats with our package!

I was really impressed by the variety of prints available for the collars and leashes. Our pup, Caprice, is a Cane Corso (Italian Mastiff) and weighs in at 125lbs. Finding cute collars in her size is always a challenge. If I don’t find something really cute and girly, everybody refers to her as “he.” So I like to make it obvious she’s a “she.” So I chose both a pretty collar and cute leash!
Of course, I also love that her name is right on the collar, so if the pretty collar isn’t a clue maybe her name will be! The Large collar is a nice size ranging from 20″ – 28″ which means it will actually fit many large breeds. It is a 1″ width and opens and closes with a quick clasp closure (also referred to as a side release clasp). It is a nice, sturdy collar. The only issue we had is because she is itching so much right now due to her allergies, the collar kept getting loose and I would have to readjust it. I have been informed this isn’t a common problem.

The RubIt HEART Dog Tag Clip is amazing. In fact, it was just what we were needing. We got a beautiful tag for her a couple months ago, and I just couldn’t put it on the collar. It was so difficult. The tag loops are so large on the bigger collars it’s hard to get those little rings on it. Now I am able to attach it to the tag clip, and it slips easily onto the collar. It’s easy to remove as well. This is one of those products I wish I had known about sooner!

I absolutely love the owls and flowers on the leash. The leashes also have various sizes, so I chose the large, of course. It is a really sturdy material with a traditional clasp. It has a loop handle and feels nice in my hand. At 5′ long, it’s a great leash for both casual walks, runs, and even training.

Overall, I am loving the Hot Dog Collars products. They are well made, look great, and there are so many great options. The variety of personalized products available is so nice. Not only can you find accessories that look nice, but they can be unique specifically for your pet!

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A Healthy Coat with John Paul Pet

June 9, 2015 by Emilee Evans

Our pets are family, so it’s important to us to use quality products that are beneficial. Just like ingredients are important to us, they are likewise as important for our fur babies as well! Finding a great pet shampoo that I can use for both our pup and our cat has been a little challenging, so I was excited for the opportunity review John Paul pet products!

Disclosure: I received complimentary products to facilitate my John Paul Pet review. Regardless, all opinions are my own and those of my family.
When I first saw the emphasis John Paul Pet puts on the fact that the products aren’t tested on pets but rather on humans first, I knew this was a company I could trust. Right away I knew they see pets as family just like we do, and that’s important! Plus, their mission as a company is to educate and serve the pet community. I love it!
Our pup, Caprice, and our cat, Bart, have a lot of things in common – they’re both big, they love any kind of food (Bart even prefers to eat the dog food), they like to play with the kids, etc. What they do not have in common, though, is the type of cat they have. Caprice is a Cane Corso (Italian Mastiff), so she has a short, rough coat that sheds from the top coat. Bart is a Maine Coon, so he has a fluffy, long coat that sheds from the undercoat. So when it comes to bathing I have often had to just use different products for each!

That’s why I was intrigued by the Oatmeal Systems offered by John Paul Pet. The Oatmeal Systems are designed for both dogs and cats for soothing dry skin and coats. Caprice has very dry skin and while Bart doesn’t, I am always looking for something to keep his coat soft and manageable. I knew the Oatmeal Systems would be ideal products I could use for both pets!
For my review I received the Oatmeal Shampoo and Oatmeal Conditioning Spray. I love that they use Aloe, Chamomile and Sweet Almond Oil. They are all great ingredients for keeping healthy skin and a healthy coat. Both products have the same scent, and it is light and pleasant. Although it is light, it does a great job of actually keeping their coat smelling nice! Many times I find the scent is gone shortly after the bath, but these products have an enduring scent.

The Oatmeal Shampoo has a nice, thick consistency and lathers nicely. I found even for Caprice (who is 125lbs), I didn’t have to use an abundant amount. For Bart, I was able to easily work it through his long coat as well. It rinses nicely and doesn’t leave any residue.
The Oatmeal Conditioning Spray is amazing! It can be sprayed on either a damp or dry coat and them simply brushed through. It has really helped to keep Bart’s coat manageable, and he’s no longer getting tangles, which was a common problem. Plus, I can use the Conditioner Spray any time either of them needs freshening up without a bath. They can smell good without all the fuss!
Overall, I am definitely pleased with the John Paul Pet products. Caprice’s dry skin has seen major improvements, and she isn’t itching nearly as much! Her coat looks clean and shiny. For Bart, his coat is now softer and more manageable. Obviously, we bathe him less since he’s a cat, so the Oatmeal Spray has been great for not only keeping his coat soft and manageable, but keeping him fresh as well! Both of their coats look so healthy now!

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e-cloth Grooming Mitt

September 9, 2014 by Emilee Evans

Our pets are members of our family. So, of course, I’m always looking for products that I know are safe for them. I love to really spoil them as well. Finding a product that can do both? That’s an added bonus!

e-cloth offers a variety of cleaning products that work with just water to meet all cleaning challenges including pet products for premium grooming. I love that they really strive to provide the most environmentally friendly cleaning system. Not to mention their products save time and effort, which is always an advantage for a busy mom like myself!
We had the chance to review the e-cloth Grooming Mitt. We have a Cane Corso (Italian Mastiff) and a Maine Coon cat. They have very different coats. Our pup, Caprice, has a short, coarse coat. Our cat, Bart, has a long, smooth coat. So finding a product that works for both is trick, but I was curious to see if we could use this Grooming Mitt for both of them.
The Grooming Mitt is dual-sided. It has a soft, gray side for cleaning and polishing. It’s meant to groom away loose hair and debris from the pets’ coats. Both of our pets enjoy being “brushed” by the Grooming Mitt, and the gray side works well for both. It really helps get the loose hairs off of Caprice’s top coat, which is actually from where she sheds, and it leaves Bart looking so smooth!

The cream side has a few rough bristles, and it is recommended for gently grooming around the facial area. I love using this side all over Caprice, though, and I’ve found it also helps lift the hairs as well as the dirt. In fact, I was impressed how much dirt it gets off her! Although it doesn’t do as much for lifting hairs on Bart because of his thick, fluffy coat, I still use this side all over him, too, because, again, it lifts up so much dirt! Wow!

The best part? I didn’t have to use any harmful chemicals to get their coats clean and shiny!
I am definitely happy with the e-cloth Grooming Mitt. I can use it on both pets, and it is useful for multiple purposes! Plus, I love the mission of e-cloth and hope to check out more of their products soon!

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