How Pets Save Billions on Health Care Costs

Hello and Happy Friday! We're teaming up today with the folks from Petco to bring you some information on how pets make you healthier and save money on health care costs. Recent research from the Human Animal Bond Research Initiative (HABRI) shows that our pets are good for our health. A few ways pets benefit their parents' physical and mental health are: reduction of allergies; improvement in cardiovascular health; improved cholesterol; stronger immune defense against infection and improved mental health. 

Want to learn more about why pets are good for your health? Take a look at this graphic.

Of course, we pets already knew we're good for humans, but now there's research to back it up! 

Does your pet have an effect on your health? 

Dawn

It's National Backward Day!

Hello and Happy Tuesday! Do you know what today is? Go ahead, take a guess…. OK, never mind, let me just tell you. Today is National Backward Day! According to what I read on the internet, National Backward Day is an opportunity to reverse our ways. This gave me the purrfect idea for a post, and an opportunity to psyche Mommy out at the same time! (And you know that Lexy and I often put our own spin on things, anyway.)

OK, let me set the scene. Lexy is usually the one to sit next to her bowl and look at Mommy with her big dreamy eyes to let her know it’s time to eat. I don’t usually do that – I usually follow Lexy into the kitchen and let her do all the work. I just go along for the ride! So, for Backward Day I thought I’d be the one to remind Mommy it’s nom time!  

Halo Wholesome Real Chicken Cat Treats Review

Hello, everyone.  This is Lexy checking in with our monthly Chewy.com review.  This month I chose the Halo Healthsome Real Chicken Cat Treats – a very yummy choice. 

It's National Opposite Day!

Lola: Hello and Happy Wednesday! 

Lexy: Hello, everyone. Not only is today Wednesday, it’s National Opposite Day. A day when people do the opposite of what they mean. Lola and I decided to put our own spin on the day. 

Lola: That's right! Lexy and I sharing something that is the opposite of what we usually do. And let me just meow, it will surprise you. 

Lexy:  That’s for sure, Lola.  *snickers*

Lola: Can you guess why that photo is the opposite of what we usually do? 

Selfie Sunday - An Easy Day

Hello, everyone. This is Lexy checking in with my Sunday Selfie.  I decided to show how I enjoy getting my easy on.  

I love this basket. After this selfie was snapped Mother put another cushy blankie in the bottom so I would be more comfortable.  And of course, I love my pillow made by our pal Zoe Blue's mom. 

Catnip Caves by Smarty Kat - A Review

Hello, everyone.This is Lexy checking in with toy review.  Today I present you with Catnip Caves by Smarty Kat. 

There are many things that we kitties like, and two of them are paper bags and catnip. Catnip Caves are both of those rolled into one. 

SmartyKat Catnip Caves are irresistible to cats because they combine the allure of a rustling hideaway with stimulating catnip. The surface of the paper inside the bag is treated so catnip scent is released with every touch – just like a scratch ‘n sniff sticker! The paper bags are made with recycled material, and we like being kind to the environment. 

Lola's Great Collar Caper

Hello and Happy Wednesay! The other day I had a caper - Lola's Great Collar Caper! Mommy came from work and noticed I didn't have my collar on. I was naked! She asked me where it was, but I wouldn't tell her.