The summer is almost over, but there’s still one more holiday weekend left in the season. Celebrate with your pup by making homemade ice cream that you can enjoy together. It’s simple, healthy and you can still feel guilt-free rocking your bikini! 🙂 32 oz plain nonfat yogurt 1 cup natural peanut butter ½ cup … Read More
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Healthy Snacking 101
As RDMs (Rockstar Doggy Mommas) we’re all busy ladies with a long checklist to accomplish in any given day. And in order to rock our day to the fullest, we need to stay energized. Do you ever “forget to eat” and then look at the clock to find it’s already mid-afternoon?! Remember to keep your … Read More
National Dog Day
As a Rockstar Doggy Momma (RDM), National Dog Day is one of my favorite holidays of the year. It was founded by pet and family lifestyle expert Colleen Paige to celebrate all dogs, mixed breed and pure. It’s about acknowledging the number of dogs that need to be rescued each year, as well as our … Read More
Healthy Turkey Burger Recipe for Dogs
Turkey burgers are a staple in my home, because they are simple, healthy, and delicious. My Grandma used to cook them homemade for my dog Bella for lunch on her George Forman Grill. Turkey Burgers are great for your pup, because the bell peppers (always be sure to serve them cooked or pureed to help … Read More
Start Your Morning Right With Lemon Water
If you’re trying to lose weight or maintain, you need to keep your metabolism revved up throughout the day. It all stems from what you do when you first hop out of bed so immediately fire up your metabolism by drinking a glass of lemon water. Lemons increase your immunity, boost your metabolism, and help … Read More
My Golden Gatsby: What’s in a name?!
Many of you may have wondered why I named my golden retriever Gatsby. After all, it’s not very traditional, but it suits him perfectly. As a high school teacher my all-time favorite novel to teach was The Great Gatsby, which truly illustrates the American dream, particularly the symbolic green light at the end of Daisy’s … Read More
Providing the Best for Our Dogs and Ourselves
So often we women take better care of our pets and loved ones than ourselves. If we are committed to giving our pets the best life possible then we should also do the same for ourselves! Many of the women I encounter in my wellness practice are avid dog lovers, and they enjoy getting out … Read More
Are Berries Good For My Dog?
Yes they are! Berries are superfruits that are high in antioxidants and polyphenols, which help fight chronic disease, cancer, lower blood pressure and reduce heart attack risk. Examples of berries include blueberries, cranberries, raspberries, blackberries and strawberries. Berries are also low on the glycemic index, making them super great for weight management because of their … Read More
Puppy Love – Quote on Pets
“Such short little lives our pets have to spend with us, and they spend most of it waiting for us to come home each day. It is amazing how much love and laughter they bring into our lives and even how much closer we become with each other because of them.” – John Grogan, Author … Read More