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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.

Recipe: Homemade Food for Senior Cats

Cats are known for being finicky creatures. Senior cats can be especially difficult to feed. This homemade food for senior cats should tempt even the pickiest eaters.

Review: HandsOn Pet Grooming Gloves

Regular grooming is necessary to keep your dog's coat healthy. Pet grooming gloves, like these from HandsOn, make it easier to brush your pet and can be more comfortable for both of you.

Recipe: Zucchini Crisps for Dogs

Homemade dog treats are a fun and easy way to give your pet a boost of nutrition. These zucchini crisps are healthy and safe. Unlike commercial dog treats, you know exactly which ingredients are in these snacks.

Review: Hertzko Slicker Brush (Self Cleaning)

There are many different types of dog grooming brushes. Slicker brushes, like the Hertzko Slicker Brush, can be used for de-matting and de-shedding most coat types. You can tell a slicker brush apart from the other types of dog brushes, because they have a very distinct look. They either have a flat or slightly curved head with rows of thin wire bristles. The bristles are usually curved at the end.

Giveaway: FURminator DeShedding Tool

FURminator has been one of the best-selling pet de-shedding tools for many years. Now is your chance to win one of these highly rated grooming tools for FREE! All you have to do is 'Like' our Facebook page and comment and/or share this post.

10 Ways To Help Shelter Animals Without Adopting

If you're an animal lover, you've undoubtedly thought about how you can help homeless animals in need. The most obvious way to help them would be to adopt them, but what if you can't? Here are my favorites ways to help shelter animals without adopting.

Review: ElleVet Sciences elleCalm & Comfort Chews

You may think that anxiety is an issue that only affects humans, but animals can suffer from this condition too. It can be difficult to find a healthy solution that works for your pup, but that's where elleVet Sciences elleCalm & Comfort Chews come in to play.

Recipe: Homemade DIY Dog Chews

Chewing is your dog's natural instinct. It provides entertainment and aids in dental health. These DIY dog chews won't last as long as rawhides or other commercial chews, but they're much healthier for your pet at a fraction of the price.

Recipe: Baked Dog Treats with Zucchini & Molasses

Homemade dog treats are a healthy and safe alternative to commercially made products. For these baked dog treats, you probably have most of the ingredients in your kitchen right now.

Recipe: Peanut Butter Zucchini Dog Treats

Many commercial pet food products are full of artificial ingredients and fillers that provide no nutritional value. Making treats at home, like these peanut butter zucchini dog treats, allows you to have complete control over the ingredients used in the recipe and the preparation process.

Giveaway: Pet Matrx Supplements for Dogs ($130+ Value)

Every dog can benefit from adding supplements to his diet. Not matter the age, weight or breed of the dog, there are supplements that can improve his overall health and well being. These Pet Matrx dog supplements are formulated to help improve the health of virtually every dog.

Review: Diggs Enventur Travel Kennel

If you travel with your dog frequently, a comfortable travel crate is a necessity. The Diggs Enventur Travel Kennel is a one-of-a-kind inflatable dog crate designed to fit well in most vehicles.

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