Contest is now closed! Winner will be announced on or before 4/30! In honor of my Very Special Trip, I'm soooo excited to have a Very Special Giveaway this week courtesy of two fantastic companies that have joined forces: Paco Collars and Fetching Tags! If you're familiar with either company, you know that both are handmade products with a high level of artistry and craftsmanship. This collar is seriously the bee's knees. Today's giveaway reminds me of nothing more than that most wonderful ... Read more »
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Giveaway: Aussan Natural Pet Care
When I was three, my mother learned the hard way that her kid had sensitive skin. They were out of our regular laundry detergent at the store, so she brought home some Tide, that chemical cornucopia in the blaring orange box. She did 5 loads of laundry and bundled me into my winter snowsuit. 5 minutes later, she found me wiggling on the floor like a caterpillar trying to escape the chrysalis. "What are you doing?" she demanded. "ITCHY!!" I wailed. So she unwrapped me like a teeny angry mummy, ... Read more »
Drinkwell 360 review and giveaway!
Congratulations to the winner, Marie Collins! I hope you love it! It's Giveaway Tuesday! My favorite day! Today we have something for all the cat owners out there, something that almost all of us have owned or have thought about owning at some point: a drinking fountain. Despite their well known aversion to baths, cats love water- as long as they don't have to sit in it. Turn on a stream of water in the sink and it's like a kitty magnet- zoom! In they come, tongues extended as they oh so ... Read more »
Woodrow Wear Power Paws Review and Giveaway!
I will sort through the many entries to the Freaky Dog People giveaway from last week and contact the winners by the end of this week. In the meantime, who's ready for another Giveaway Tuesday?? Today I'm reviewing pet socks. Go ahead and raise your eyebrows. I admit on first glance, it looks more dress-up than functional. But bear with me. I spend a lot of time on the ground with a dog paw in my lap in my line of work. Those pads sustain a lot of insult- foxtail awns poking in ... Read more »
Freaky Dog People Ultimate Giveaway!
Hooray! It's another Giveaway Tuesday!! I love a good t-shirt as much as the next person. They're comfortable, they're easy, and they work with a lifestyle of running around after dogs and kids. Whether they are fashionable, well, that kind of depends on the shirt. Many of the T-shirts in my closet are purloined from my husband, who gets them in his work in the technology sector on a regular basis. Sun Microsystems shirt- not so haute. Gowalla- maybe a little trendier, but still. I wear ... Read more »
Giveaway Tuesday! Red Dingo ID Tag from Pretty Paws!
We have a winner! Congratulations to hollykate! Anyone have a chocolate hangover yet? Not me! With all the sugar my kids have brought into the house in the last 48 hours, we're all still on a major Valentine's high. Which is why I'm so happy on this beautiful Tuesday, I have a happy giveaway to prolong that loving feeling: a Red Dingo ID Tag from Pretty Paws Accessories! Pretty Paws Accessories is a UK-based e-tailer specializing in luxury items for dogs and cats from designers like ... Read more »
Pawcurean Literary and Hairball Society ebook is here!
Winner! Carla and Tino! Happy Friday! As we speak there are 22 of you out there busily working on your 12 Days of Petmas posts that will be starting in a week, which is pretty much my favorite thing ever. In the meantime, I have the last of the Gift Guide items, as well as a couple of gifts for you. My Pick: The 2011 Pawcurious Calendar is here! 'Words to Live By' Volume 2 is chock full of Brody and Koa. Like last year, all proceeds will be donated. What I decided to do this ... Read more »
Grooming Giveaway!
Winners: Wipes go to Jeanie and the Furminator to our very last entry, Tina! Congratulations! With the holidays coming up, the last thing you want is a stinky pet cuddling up to Santa and scaring him off with her delightful doggie odor before he gets a chance to leave the goodies under the tree. To that effect, I have declared today the Pawcurious Day of Beauty with some super pampering giveaway items to keep everyone squeaky clean! Giveaway Number One: Wipe that Frown Upside Down with John ... Read more »
Howliday Gift Guide: Reading by the Fire (and giveaway!)
The Howliday Gift Guide Week continues with Book Day! As you're lounging by the fireplace with your cocoa and your furball, you might be looking for some reading material to pass the hours in the dark December nights. Fortunately I've got you covered: ... Read more »
Howliday Week: Joy Pet Products Goose Down Coat Giveaway!
Think of this as the furry version of Oprah's Favorite Things, except with you all in your living room instead of in the studio, and me only giving away a few things instead of one to every reader. And we haven't all had our hair and makeup done. And we're not in Chicago. OK, it's not anything like Oprah's Favorite Things but it's still going to be a fun, fun week because I LOVE THE HOLIDAYS and therefore I dedicate the next month to merriment, festivities and gifts! This week is the ... Read more »
Giveaway: Stella & Chewy’s Carnivore Kisses
And the lucky winner chosen by random.org is Dana and her lucky pup Gucci! Congratulations! Have you ever tried those freeze dried apple thingies they have at Costco? They don't look like much, I'll give them that. When my friend pressed them into my hand with the confidence of one who was introducing me to the wonders of crack, I wasn't too impressed. "Why are you giving me astronaut food?" I asked her, proud of my impromptu 80's reference. So not appetizing (yet strangely alluring. I ... Read more »
Final Biscuits by Lambchop Giveaway!
This is your last chance to earn some delicious, yummy Biscuits By Lambchop! Biscuits by Lambchop™ dog treats are free of gluten, soy, corn, rice, dairy, eggs, nuts, animal proteins and preservatives and are low in fat, sodium and phosphorus to accommodate the needs of dogs who have these restrictions in their diet, such as those with some types of kidney, liver and pancreas problems. Please check out this wonderful post from our friends at Dogster about how dogs help people with ... Read more »
Giveaway: Dog Angel Jewelry
And the winner, courtesty of random.org is...drumroll please.....comment #8, Laura Z! Congratulations! I will catch up with you after the blogathon and get you set. This is a really special giveaway from Amy Valentine at Dog Angel Jewelry. I was fortunate enough to be gifted with one of her Best Dog Ever cuff bracelets in honor of Emmett and I wear it all the time. Dog Angel Jewelry was founded by veterinarian and jewelry artist, Amy Valentine, following the loss of her beloved dogs, ... Read more »
Giveaway: Peekeeper
Have you ever heard of a fashionable diaper? Me neither. There is a reason they are not considered haute couture. Nonetheless, there is a time and place for everything, and our canine friends may sometimes find themselves in need of one as well. Incontinent dogs, submissive urinators who sprinkle everywhere, and dogs in heat are just a couple examples of the type of dog who might find themselves bundled up in doggie depends. Dog diapers, in addition to being just silly looking, are a bit ... Read more »
Calming Collars Giveaway Number Two!
Due to the overwhelming response to the earlier post about Calming Collars, Deb has agreed make a $5 donation to “the puppy for Bradyn” for each Calming Collar purchase this month that mentions Dr. V or Pawcurious or even Blogathon2010 (there is a “how we heard about you” box in checkout). Thank you Deb! This is your second chance to win the item of your choice from Calming Collars. Let's make this one a happy post. Despite your pet's anxiety issues (else you wouldn't be commenting to ... Read more »
Biscuits by Lambchop: Where’s Lambchop?
Biscuits by Lambchop were created for "Lambchop" after he become ill because there were no treats out there that met all his special dietary needs, including many food allergies and sensitivities. In honor of this lil' guy, this scavenger hunt is titled "Where's Lambchop?" - you know, like Where's Waldo?! So find Lambchop! We've hidden this cute drawing of Lambchop on 4 webpages! (Note: THIS is not the hidden one!) Go to Biscuits by Lambcchop's Facebook page to see which ones and then post ... Read more »
Giveaway: Smiling Frog Penguin Plushie
Check out this adorable handcrafted penguin plushie from the Smiling Frog Pets! I'm not sure which is cuter, the penguin or the model. :) In order to win, just take a look at the Smiling Frog store and tell me what your second favorite item is (you still just get the penguin but window shopping is fun, right?) ... Read more »
Giveaway: Speaking for Spot!
Random.org has selected lucky number FOUR! Kellee, I will get your info after the blogathon and Dr. Kay will send you the book directly! I know this is the giveaway a lot of you have been waiting for- an autographed copy of Dr. Nancy Kay's Speaking for Spot! Speaking for Spot was a labor of love for Dr. Nancy Kay, fueled by her passion to teach people how to be effective medical advocates for their four-legged best friends. With warmth, candor, and humor cultivated over 20-plus years of ... Read more »