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I am a Siberian Husky.

 

I have brown eyes.

 

I am told that I could be a Dire Wolf on the Game of Thrones

 

My hu-mom named me after the character on NCIS

 

I don't howl unless I'm around my tribe

 

 

 

Pet Holiday Travel Tips | How To Keep Your Dog Safe, Healthy & Happy
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Pet Holiday Travel Tips | How To Keep Your Dog Safe, Healthy & Happy

More and more people have been traveling with their pets since the pandemic. The Holiday season is no different. Travel during the holidays can be stressful enough with traffic, delays, or finding a place to stay. Here are tips to keep our pets safe, healthy, and happy when traveling with them. 1. Safety Download vaccination records on your phone. Call your veterinarian and ask them to email you your pet's vaccination records. It's good to have this with you if you need it, especially when traveling. Pet ID Even if your pet is microchipped, it is helpful to have an ID on their collar. If they get lost, the general public will know that your pet is not a stray one and can help it locate its humans quicker. Here is what to look for with ID. Up to date with current, accurate information? Is the engraving or writing legible and easy to see? Does the tag show wear and tear? Is the tag securely in place on my pet's collar? You are looking for durability. Features like aesthetics and tech are available for those who seek to add to the primary pet ID. The most important thing is to make sure the tag fits your dog's lifestyle ... dangle verse slide on. Avoid retractable leashes. They can be dangerous for your pet and others. It's tough to have control over your pet. Once your pet is curious and off to explore, the leash can drop out of your hands or pull you, causing you to drop your phone, harm your arm, shoulder, fall. Dogs, people, kids can trip or get tangled, causing rope burns, trips, or falls. Dogs can chase something into traffic or get in the space of another dog that isn't as friendly; it's harder to reign the dog back. Retractable leashes do not teach good behavior. Here is the solution. Get a standard six ft. leash when walking in the city, hotels, going out to restaurants, etc. 2. Healthy Always travel with a dog water bottle for on-the-go hydration. Hydration is just as crucial for our pets as it is for humans. Pack healthy snacks and food. Once you get to your destination, please do not leave dog food in the car. It can spoil, making your dog sick. Take dog body and paw wipes to keep paws clean from dirt, pollen, mud, etc. 3. Happy The best way to keep your pet happy when traveling over the Holidays is this; keep their daily routine, feeding times, bedtimes, potty times, socialize with them. Be considerate of others when traveling—people in hotels, hotel elevators, restaurants. Visit pet travel sites for places to go with your pet near your destination. Remember, you aren't the only one who may want to escape Holiday chaos. Anastasia is a dog mom, author, motivational speaker, and video blogger. Follow her husky, Special Agent Gibbs on Instagram for pet-related content or GibbsTheHusky.com Check out AnastasiaTurchetta.com for more content on healthy boundaries or speaking engagements.
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Halloween Pet Safety Checklist

Detailed checklist to help make your pet's Halloween experience 

fa-boo-lous! 

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SWAMP
COOLER™

The Swamp Cooler works great for hiking, running, walking, camping, and more casual activities. In addition to helping keep cool through evaporative cooling, it boosts that cooling by offering the maximum amount of shade and thermal protection.

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Evacuation 
Kit List

It's stressful to leave your home; after all, you can't pack everything.

Yet, being prepared

to take your pack to safety IS everything. 

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AutoDogMug®
Leak-Tight Mini

The original and BEST travel mug for dogs.

PROMO CODE GIBBS15 

Squeeze the AutoDogMug and water fills the bowl for your pup to drink, release, and the remaining water returns to the bottle, not wasting a drop.

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Joyride
Harness

This is the easiest harness for dogs and their humans! 

It's an all-in-one

no pull dog harness. 

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Summer Paw Patrol

The summer's heat can burn your dogs' feet! 

Many of us know about how hot concrete & asphalt can be dangerous for our dog's paw pads.

Did you know there are other surfaces to be aware of?

It's time to be on paw patrol for our pets to keep them safe & healthy!

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Celebrate Dog Mom Day! Being a dog mom is an unconditional loving commitment for many years of your life. So what gifts may a dog mom LOVE that will fit EVERY budget?




Here are five ideas that are great to support our local and independent pet businesses!


1) Dog Grooming Certificate. Dog grooming can be expensive. Being a husky, I don't need to go as often as my other friends. This time of year is a great time to go as we are shedding our winter coats! I love my groomer, Britney, at Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming




2) Doggie Day Care Certificate. Your hu-mom will love the options of either a half or full-day, a waterpark experience, or a package that combines them all!

In the video above, you will see me playing with my friends in a waterpark at Love My Dog Resort.


The great thing about doggie daycare is it is also a mommy daycare! Our hu-moms get to enjoy a full day to do whatever they want without rushing back home to take us out to potty or wonder if we are getting into "things" from being alone for hours. Playing with friends is healthy for us, and it sure does tire us out. From what I hear, this is considered a bonus.


3) Membership Options. In my special appearance on Bloom TV, you will see me enjoying the off-leash area at The Dog Bar. Here you can enjoy a yearly membership or a day pass! Bring your laptop or iPad and get some work done while dogs are socialize and play in the off-leash area. It's an awesome place to meet dog lovers! Evenings hold events and fund raisers that always give back to the community.


4) Dog Photographer or Artist. Who doesn't love a picture of their bestie? Schedule a session with a photographer specializing in working with pets or seeking out an artist who will create a paw-fect portrait that you will cherish for years!


5) Personalized Candles To Help With Pet Smells. Yes, I said it. Sometimes, we can be stinky!

Before purchasing any candle, let's discuss scents, wicks, and wax.

Both cats and dogs are not fond of citrus scents.


Make sure the wick is lead-free too. Did you know that wick's that contain lead, when burned, could damage your pet's central nervous system? Yikes! To be safe, always look for cotton wicks.


Get a soy wax or beeswax candle. Parrafin wax is derived from petroleum and has the potential to emit carcinogens when burning.


The picture below is my personalized soy wax candle complete with a cotton wick. You can find this at Bold Coast Candle Co.





Bonus Idea!

Because dogs require daily exercising, a dog water bottle may be yet another perfect gift!

Walking is one of the most common ways we get our exercise. With summer approaching, it is vital to keep us hydrated! I have been using the AutoDogMug Leak Tight Mini for a few years. It is easy to carry on walks, travel friendly, BPA free, and doesn't waste water like travel bowls do. My hu-mom will use it to place my food in it when we are out at a restaurant and give me a drink! After a few years, I'm happy to have partnered with them! Enjoy the promo code GIBBS15


What gift idea did you like best?


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