Thursday, February 28, 2019

#ChewyInfluencer Whimzee Review


February is Dental Health month 
so I was very excited when our friends at Chewy sent us 
WHIMZEES Brushzees Dental Dog Treats



  • Whimzees are a long-lasting treat designed to keep your pup busy chewing!
  • Effective in helping to remove plaque, tartar and bad breath while also satisfying that natural urge to chew
  • Limited ingredient chews are gluten-free, grain-free, GMO-free and have no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives.
  • Uniquely-shaped chews are crafted with grooves to help clean the smaller spaces between dogs’ teeth, and ridges to help ensure proper blood flow through the gums.
  • Ingredients - Potato Starch, Glycerin, Powdered Cellulose, Lecithin, Dried Yeast, Malt Extract, Sweet Lupin Meal, Alfalfa Extract, Paprika Extract.


Whimzee's come in different sizes and shapes, 
I chose the medium brushzees
There are also alligators, stiks and hedgehogs

When I had my annual check up yesterday,
 the dogtor said my teeth look great.
I owe that in part to the fact I love Whimzee's



We wanted to show you how excited I get 
when Mom let's me have a Whimzee 
but I wasn't sure why Dad was filming
(and I had just woke up from a nap)  
 Don't worry, you will see 
that I love chewing my Whimzee Brushzee!



disclaimer: as a #ChewyInfluencer we were sent a box of Whimzee's to chew free of charge in exchange for our honest review



We are the PugRanch Kids
Hazel & Mabel

Wednesday, February 27, 2019

Wordless Wednesday


Hazel the Photo Bomber!


With Angel Bailey



With Mabel


We are the PugRanch Kids
Hazel & Mabel

Friday, February 22, 2019

Nature Friday and Mom Update

It's Friday!!!


First we want to thank everyone for the POTP and well wishes for Mom
The surgery was quick and went well
She had her post op appointment yesterday and all looked good. 
We make sure she does her eye drops 4 times a day. 
 It will take a few days for the cloudiness to clear as her eye heals. 
💜💜💜💜


One evening early this week 


we noticed some interesting clouds



Looking more to the left


a bit closer up


Mother Nature sure gives us some beautiful views 



We are joining 
for Nature Friday


We are the PugRanch Kids
Hazel & Mabel




Wednesday, February 20, 2019

Wordless Wednesday sort of





The eye surgery Mom had last September caused cataracts in that eye so Mom is having cataract surgery today.
And 
we got a lot of snow over night and it is still snowing!!


We are the PugRanch Kids
Hazel & Mabel

Tuesday, February 19, 2019

#ChewyInfluencer February Review!

We love love love toppers on our meals 
so we were very excited to try 

Nulo Freestyle Grain-Free Beef Recipe With Apples Freeze-Dried Raw Dog Food


Here is what our friends at Chewy.com 
tell us about this food


Give your pooch the raw, prey-inspired nutrition they thrive on with the Nulo Freestyle Grain-Free Beef Recipe With Apples Freeze-Dried Raw Dog Food. It’s all the benefits of raw without the hassle, containing 83% beef, organs and bone for the ultra-rich protein and balanced fat your pal needs to feel and look his best, plus fruits and veggies like broccoli, parsley, and apple. It also has GanedenBC30, a powerful probiotic, or “good bacteria” that supports your dog's digestive and immune health with every bite. These irresistible morsels are minimally-processed and quickly frozen to lock in the most nutrients and flavors. 
Plus, it’s made with no corn, wheat, soy, artificial preservatives, colors or flavorings.


Ingredients
Beef, Beef Heart, Beef Liver, Beef Kidneys, Ground Beef Bone, Apples, Broccoli, Sweet Potato, Carrot, Kale, Spinach, Parsley, Blueberries, Apple Cider Vinegar, Ground Flaxseed, Salmon Oil, Salt, Sunflower Oil, Dried Kelp, Inulin, Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermentation Product, Potassium Chloride, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Mixed Tocopherols (natural preservative), Vitamin E Supplement, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Vitamin D3 Supplement.


Mom loves the velcro closure!!

Now that we have told you all about it,
it's time to try it


mmmmmm
it passes the good smell test

Now the most impawtent -


Does it pass the Hazel taste test?


I am ready mom!!


Nom Nom NOM!!

Hazel's face says it all

We love
Nulo Freestyle Grain-Free Beef Recipe With Apples Freeze-Dried Raw Dog Food

and we love

disclaimer: as a #ChewyInfluencer we were provided this product free of charge in exchange for our honest review


We are the PugRanch Kids
Hazel & Mabel


Friday, February 15, 2019

Nature Friday



We are joining in the Nature Friday Blog Hop today
hosted by


It has been pretty dreary here at the PugRanch
We got lots of snow last Sunday.
 Then lots of wind and rain
making everything ugly and mucky looking.

So we are looking forward to spring


and the return of our robin friends



and being able to play in my yard again!


We are the PugRanch Kids
Hazel & Mabel


Thursday, February 14, 2019

Happy Valentines Day to the Best Guy Ever!

Happy Valentines Day 
to my Sweetheart
ARTY!



He is always so thoughtful and romantic and caring 
and sends me the best pressies (and treats) ever.

Did I mention how very handsome he is
 and he always makes me feel so special!






I am so excited 
to spend some in the furs time with you this spring!




We are the PugRanch Kids
Hazel & Mabel


Wednesday, February 13, 2019

Wordless Wednesday



Don't you know that sharing is caring Dad?



We are the PugRanch Kids
Hazel & Mabel

Friday, February 8, 2019

New Chapter of LIfe begins for Granddaughter


This morning our Air Force granddaughter and her husband 
embarked on their next big adventure


Headed to Germany, 
they will be stationed there for the next four years



Cierra and Jacob

We could not be more proud of this young couple

Their commitment to each other, 
desire to experience the world 
and service to our country is inspiring. 

While it will be hard to have them so far away,
we are excited for them
 and so thankful they can experience this together.


We are the PugRanch Kids
Hazel & Mabel


Wednesday, February 6, 2019

Conquering the Spikes!


The ongoing saga of the 
spikey side of the K9-Fitbone



Week one



Week two



WEEK THREE!!



 Treat Jackpot!!!


If you missed them you can read the first two posts here





We are the PugRanch Kids
Hazel & Mabel


Monday, February 4, 2019

Nightime Gotta Pee Alarm


Mom says that Hazel was the easiest to potty train 
out of all the pugs that have lived at the PugRanch.
From the time she was a puppy she only had a couple of accidents in the house - until recently.
The one downside of Hazel taking Lasix is 
she pees more and when she has to go - she has to go!
And that includes 1 or 2 times during the night.
Most of the time either Mom or Dad will get up and let Hazel out when she gets off the bed. But Hazel woofs very softly and one night neither of them woke up. 
Poor Hazel couldn't wait and peed on the carpet. 

Mom and Dad knew that was embarrassing for Hazel so they put their heads together and came up with a solution.


Do you see the weird box 
mounted at the bottom of our bed ramp?



It is a sensor that detects movement. 


See the box behind Mom's alarm clock?
Now when Hazel goes down the ramp, 
the sensor sends a signal and an alarm goes off, 
alerting Mom & Dad that some puggy needs to go out




They found an alarm that had a "low" volume setting 
They hear it but it doesn't "jar" them awake. 


Hazel says she sure is lucky 
to have a Mom & Dad that love her so much


We are the PugRanch Kids
Hazel & Mabel