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Samantha Randall

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Samantha’s biggest passion in life is spending time with her Boxer dogs. After she rescued her first Boxer in 2004, Samantha fell in love with the breed and has continued to rescue three other Boxers since then. She enjoys hiking and swimming with her Boxers, Maddie and Chloe.

Review: BarkinBuddy Stair Treads for Dogs

As a dog owner, you're used to hearing different noises around the house. One of the scariest sounds is the noise made when your dog slips or falls on the stairs. Whether you have a clumsy puppy, a disoriented senior pet or just a rambunctious dog that tends to run up and down the stairs, you really should have stair treads for dogs, like this option from BarkinBuddy.

Review: KONG Box Subscription Box

KONG is one of the most well-known dog toy companies, and now they are sharing their durable products in the KONG BOX subscription box. Each box contains one rubber toy, one non-rubber toy, three treats and one recipe.

Raw Performance Offers Dog Owners a Much Healthier Alternative to Commercial...

Many dog owners have begun feeding their canines a raw food diet recently, and one dog food company is happy to help out. Raw...

Giveaway: PupPod Interactive Dog Toy

The best interactive dog toys are designed specifically to occupy your pet's brain and provide mental exercise. We're giving one lucky owner the chance to win a PupPod Interactive Dog Toy for FREE!

Cheap Homemade Flea Trap for Less Than $1

Once your dog becomes riddled with these little parasites, you're in for a long battle in order to completely get rid of them. You'll need to combine a few different tactics to eradicate your home of these insects, and a homemade flea trap is one of them. 

Healing Homemade Dog Paw Balm

This homemade dog paw balm is made with natural ingredients that are 100% safe for your pet. It will heal and moisturize damaged paws or nose.

How To Make Cheap Homemade Dog Chews

These cheap homemade dog chews are easy to make and are made with just one ingredient - sweet potatoes. They're healthy and inexpensive.

DIY Dog Bed Made with A Recycled Tire

While commercial beds are a great option, they're expensive and have a generic look. If you're looking for something more creative, this DIY Dog Bed made with a recycled tire may be just what you're after!

How To Make A Slow Feeder for Dogs

Eating too fast is very bad for your dog's digestion, and it can cause serious health problems. Learning how to make a slow feeder for dogs is an easy way to help slow him down.

Review: DhohOo Dog Shampoo and Grooming Wipes

DhohOo Dog Shampoo is made with all-natural ingredients and essential oils, and it is hypoallergenic, alcohol-free and non-toxic.

Review: Synbiont Kennel Wash and Sanitizer

Dog kennels can be a great tool to keep your pet safe when you're not home. They can also be a safe oasis for your pup to rest and relax. Did you know that kennels can also be filled with germs and bacteria if you don't clean them regularly? If you want to make sure your dog's kennel is clean, you'll need a quality kennel wash, like this option from Synbiont.

Review: Wild Eats Water Buffalo Cheek Rolls

Nearly every dog enjoys chewing, especially puppies. Chewing is a natural instinct for dogs. I checked out these Water Buffalo Cheek Rolls from Wild Eats to see if they were as durable as traditional rawhide chews.

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