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We love our puppers like children so spending a little extra on them for treats seems like a no-brainer. With the plethora of options in the dog-treat market, the options can be somewhat overwhelming to say the least. I have two big labradors and if you would ask them to rank their favorite activities, eating would definitely be number one so treat time is highly coveted.

We have a few allocated absolute treat times:

  1. When we leave the house
  2. Just before bedtime
  3. When they return from a walk.

Since labs are notorious jumpers (ok don’t run me up a tree for being a bad trainer because I already know that) so we also will give them a treat to chew on whenever we have guests at the house so they can concentrate on chewing and not stealing snacks. Two things I’ve learning from the snack stealers – never leave party food on a coffee table unsupervised (they are sneaky fast at their own height – and big wiggly tails leave a trail of dog hair at that level) and always push the food back from the edge of the counter (these stinkers are famous for counter surfing in fact my white one was once found on top of the counter in her younger years).

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Outside of their naughtiness, always brought about by food, these girls rank slightly below my son – to his chagrin – on the love of my life scale so I’m always looking for the best dog treats health-wise for them at the lowest prices. Lucky for me Chewy.com is having a buy three, get one FREE sale this summer so I’m stocking up. Who doesn’t like to get dog treats FREE? Here are some of my favorites:

American Journey Dog Treats at Chewy.com

American Journey Grain-Free Oven Baked Crunchy Biscuit Dog Treats

These American Journey treats are our go to staple. I love them because they are grain free. Bailey, my white lab, has a spot of cancer on her snout and we have changed her diet to reduce carbohydrates to keep it in check. The ingredients for these treats are: salmon, sweet potatoes, chickpeas, cane molasses, chicken fat, blueberries, pumpkin, apples, carrots and rosemary extract. There is something call tocopherals in there, supposedly to preserve the chicken fat, but overall a pretty impressive and clean list of ingredients.

Dr Lyons Dental Dog Treats at Chewy

Dr. Lyon’s Grain-Free Extra-Small Breed Dental Dog Treats

I don’t know about your dogs, but these two dogs are not very easy going when it comes to brushing their teeth. And let’s be real, my propensity for staying on top of brushing their teeth is pretty much on the low side. I love these Dr. Lyon’s Grain-Free Large Dental Dog Treats as an alternative to the more main-stream Greenies becaus they are again grain free! These dental treats clean all the hard-to-reach teeth—ideal for in between brushings. They are also manufactured in the USA with domestic and imported all-natural ingredients so that makes me feel like I’m ensuring a high quality teeth cleaning chew.

Beef Bone Filled at Chewy

USA Bones & Chews Peanut Butter Flavored Filled Bone Dog Treats

OK, I get it. This treat is a little controversial but after four retrievers, this is our second set of two, these beef bones are THE BEST way of managing super chewers like retrievers. I prefer the bones that are a bit on the larger side and have some thickness to the actual bone to ensure they don’t get through them on day one. We have had these bones last for months and are always a go to when the girls need a chew break. The filling gets devoured right away but the bone itself lasts for a long time. You do need to keep an eye out for splinters and chunks – hopefully you catch those before they swallow them. You also may want to watch that the filling doesn’t stain your carpets if you allow these indoors. But for the most part – these are a absolute necessity with high chewing breeds.

Cow Hooves at Chewy

Bones & Chews Cow Hooves

And the treat that is even more controversial than the last – cow hooves! Just like the beef bones, these little stinkers last forever! The rub – they STINK like the barn they came from so these are ideally served outside. The girls go crazy over them and they don’t seem to splinter in large chunks like the beef bones. So hold your noses and give these babies a tray because the super chewers just LOVE them.

Chewy also has Bully Sticks on the buy 3, get one free deal right now too!

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Dollar Shave Club Unboxing https://candidreviews.co/dollar-shave-club-unboxing/ Tue, 23 Jun 2020 14:10:03 +0000 https://candidreviews.co/?p=3666 Mike tells all in this Dollar Shave Club 2018 Unboxing. Dollar Shave Club says their blades are f***ing great but what is the secret Mike is going to share with you?

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Mike tells all in this Dollar Shave Club 2018 Unboxing. Dollar Shave Club says their blades are f***ing great but what is the secret Mike is going to share with you?

Here’s the link I promised that will take you to $5 starter offer that I shared with you: Dollar Shave Club

Mike harassed me in to reviewing this box because he wanted one specific product. Here is a list of what was in his box:

  • Awakening Body & Face Bundle w/ Cloth:
    • Wanderer Awakening Body Cleanser with Mint & Cedarwood
    • Wanderer Hydrating Daily Face Cleanser w/Citrus & Hawaiian Ginger
    • Wanderer Lathering Shower Cloth With Natural Jute Fiber
  • One Wipe Charlies
  • 4x Blades

Thanks to Mike for showing us his routine and letting us share in the secret of his favorite Dollar Shave Club products. We can also be thankful that the shower scene was cut. Wink, wink.

Use this link to try your own awesome blades and other add on products from Dollar Shave Club.

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Reviewing Dollar Shave Club – Is It Worth It? https://candidreviews.co/reviewing-dollar-shave-club-is-it-worth-it/ Mon, 22 Jun 2020 21:28:23 +0000 https://candidreviews.co/?p=3582 When I initially began my Dollar Shave Club subscription I wanted the banging deal on razors for me and my husband. The Starter Set is only $5.00!

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When I initially began my Dollar Shave Club subscription I wanted the banging deal on razors for me and my husband. The Starter Set is only $5.00!

My razors were beginning to get all gunked up sooner than they should have (and let’s be real I’m married with three kids; I don’t shave my legs THAT often), at which point I realized my daughter was a stowaway on the DSC train to Slick Town!

I figured the only way to keep her grubby paws off my razors was to add another handle and box of blades to my existing subscription.

It’s not often I log into my account because I usually just let My Dollar Shave Club Subscription ride. It’s loyal, it’s low maintenance, it’s convenient, it’s no fuss, AND it’s low cost.

Unfortunately, that’s why I’ve been missing out on SO MANY of the amazing offers. Hot damn there’s a ton of fantastic things to spruce up the less hygiene-attentive men I live with.

I added a few products to my standing DSC subscription. You want to know about these products!

 

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DR CARVER’S Shave Butter fights razor bumps!

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DR. CARVER’S Shave Butter

It’s creamy and light and a little goes a long way. The scent is so clean and fresh, not perfumy…AT ALL. Definitely enhances your experience for a SMOOTH shave. Body or Face! And the smooth lasts!

BIG CLOUD Good Shake Hand Cream

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BIG SHAKE Hand Cream

This hand cream is Ahhhhmazing! This is a hand cream for men and in my “judgy” woman opinion it’s freakin perfect. No shiny glisten left and it leaves a definite masculine scent. It’s Sexy; it’s clean, it’s rugged. The powder formula dries quickly and the scent stays but isn’t over-powering. It demands attention!

Sky Master Lip Balm SPF 15.

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Big Cloud Sky Master Lip Balm SPF 15

I can’t get enough Lip Balm into my family’s life. Here in Colorado not only is it dry but the sun is always out.

Nothing grosses me out more than crusty lips, my own included. This broad spectrum, SPF 15, mint, water-resistant, NO SHEEN (it’s important) balm is the best I’ve tried!

The first time you use it, it glides on smoothly, unlike so many other brands that are either dry and hard until you break-em-in or shine like you’re trying to make-it-rain! Ewww

Everyone in your family will love this. Get the multi-pack, TRUST ME.

There’s also a lip balm that’s more suited to wind conditions called Wind Master. I chose the Sky Master but will be adding the Wind Master as soon as Winter settles in here in the Rocky Mountains.

Boogie’s Pacific HAIR POMADE

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Boogie’s Pacific Hair Pomade

Tame Nature’s Wild is right! My sons have the most stubborn and insane cowlicks of all time. I had succumbed to them being “those guys” in the baseball hats. Enter Boogie’s Hair Pomade.

This is slick! It looks cool and smells cool. My boys no longer run from me as I come at their heads with my eyes all aglow and fingers stretched out in cowlick shaping position.

Even though it appears to be a dark and mysterious black, It’s clear. It smells like soap; good soap…clean, manly, successful soap!

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Boogie’s Pacific Hair Pomade

And my husband can do it all by himself too and make it look dang good. No shine, no chunk, no globs!

WANDERER Amber Lavender Body Cleanser

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WANDERER Amber Lavender Body Cleanser

I’m just gonna say it…Boys Stink! But they don’t have to. This sulfate-free body cleanser is perfect to clean them up and leave them smelling like the testosterone beings they are.

I was a little hesitant at first. I find the scent of lavender reminds me of squishy smooshy babies. But oh my gawd…add a touch of amber to it and it’s all good. This is the perfect lather (not too much) perfect scent (not too much) and perfect consistency needed (not too much) to impress even the pickiest of clean dudes!

*Woman’ish Option – I love the scent so much that I put it in my hand soap dispenser in the kitchen so I could smell it more often!

ONE WIPE CHARLIES Flushable Moist Wipes

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ONE WIPE CHARLIES Flushable Moist Wipes

These moist (ick – hate that word) flushable wipes are infused with Aloe Vera and Chamomille so you can effortlessly wipe your bums gently and EFFECTIVELY! No more skiddies boys! It’s so easy!

And since men possess the uncanny ability to “go” in public places, you can even throw a few in your wallet and take them with you.

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ONE WIPE CHARLIES Flushable Moist Wipes – INDIVIDUALS

I promise you that they are soft and gentle! Let’s hear it for CLEAN BUTTS!

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ONE WIPE CHARLIES Flushable Moist Wipes

Included in your Dollar Shave Club box you will also receive the Bathroom Minutes. While you muster up the bravado to use a moist wipe, you can peruse through some hilarious and poignant original DSC content.

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The Bathroom Minutes

I had no idea how much I was missing from Dollar Shave Club. I started my DSC subscription with the goal of receiving great razors at a great price. I’ll have to remember to thank my daughter for mucking up my razors!

 

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My Honest Chewy.com Review – Is Chewy Worth It? https://candidreviews.co/chewy-review/ Mon, 20 Jan 2020 20:32:03 +0000 https://candidreviews.co/?p=3476 I expected to pay a premium and pay for shipping and have to make those "Is it worth it?" decisions but gave Chewy.com a shot. Here is what I experienced.

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Chewy.com is a pet products website and an independent subsidiary of PetSmart. Founded in 2011, Chewy.com has become one of the largest pet related online retailers with over 1,000 brands and over 18,000 products. All orders over $49 ship free and a $4.95 flat shipping fee for smaller orders in the US only.

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I was tired of making another trip to the store to get something for the cat and this for the dog but they can’t do without! I mean they are my kids! Well, once my kids left the house. And they don’t argue with me like the hubby. I expected to pay a premium and pay for shipping and have to make those “Is it worth it?” decisions but gave Chewy.com a shot.

Here is what I experienced:

I created a Chewy account. I then had fun with adding my pets info. You can enter your pet’s type, birthday, breed, weight, name and picture too. Awww! The account creation was quick and easy. Excellent.

Shipping is free if I order $49.00 or more. If I order less it is a $4.95 flat fee. OK, that’s not bad at all. I would spend that driving to the store and back.

Then I went online shopping and I was surprised at how many products Chewy had and for every type of pet.

You can browse by product or by pet including birds, reptiles & horses. I first looked at dog food and there were more choices than my local pet superstore.

I decided to order the basics and ordered Blue Buffalo canned dog food (trying it out), Pedigree canned dog food (My dog’s favorite), & VetIQ Minties. I was a few dollars short of free shipping so added in a 3 tier cat toy.

Check out was easy. You can change order to auto ship from weekly and up and you can save a max of 30% by taking this option.
Item(s) Subtotal: $52.02
Shipping: $0.00
Total Before Tax: $52.02
Sales Tax: $2.03
Order Total: $54.05

I was a little concerned about the shipping delay messages on the site saying that deliveries were running a bit slow due to COVID-19. But to my surprise, the box arrived in 3 days and it was in good condition.

My cat was pretty interested too.

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There was a heavy warning and they were right due to the cans of dog food. Yeah, I have to agree it was a bit heavy. Yay for FREE shipping!

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The dog food and my husky Rick’s morning Minties, because even dogs get morning breath, received. Very easy.

Rick is a big fan of the canned Pedigree but I thought I would switch things up and let him try some Blue Buffalo too. I’ve heard good and bad about the Blue Buffalo – let’s hope we don’t have the late night runs after a taste test. 😂

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The cat toy was my impulse purchase and I was pleasantly surprised. Snapped together in 3 minutes and was more substantial than I thought it would be. Thanks Chewy.

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I love the cute little butterfly on top. Now to see if the cat will play with it or turn up his nose and snub my adorable gift to him.

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I’m converted. No more last minute surprises that I have to hit the store for pet supplies anymore. So what are my thoughts on this Chewy.com review? This was easy and cost effective.

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Stay tuned to find out if Rick liked Blue Buffalo or Pedigree canned dog food – and if the late night runs came to fruition!

All in all I’m giving two thumbs up 👍👍 to Chewy for my experience with their website. They have a large selection of high quality products, fast shipping and so far I’ve seen some good deals which I will keep up to date and share here on this page.

I haven’t experienced their customer service yet but I have heard great things from my friends in that aspect. I highly recommend you give them a try versus lugging heavy dog food bags from the store.

Chewy.com also has an online pharmacy which I will review at some point too. Overall – I’m a big fan of Chewy.com!

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I Lost My Baby Weight and More When I Tried Nutrisystem https://candidreviews.co/i-lost-my-baby-weight-and-more-when-i-tried-nutrisystem/ Sun, 29 Dec 2019 23:09:59 +0000 http://candidreviews.co/?p=3386 I had my skepticisms that it would work long-term, but the principles of Nutrisystem finally taught me how to fuel my body with food instead of my emotions.

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Nutrisystem is a prepackaged weight loss system designed to simplify your meal planning. By purchasing your meals from Nutrisystem, you get a large selection of tasty frozen and pantry meals which eliminate the need for calorie and carb counting and ensures that you are eating the correct portion sizes to lose weight effectively.

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I was always thin growing up. At 115 and 5’6″ I was rail thin in high school. I figured that was just my metabolism until it wasn’t.

In my twenties, I was enamored with a cute guy at the office who had a killer bod, a model side job and an ego to match. Of course, I didn’t realize that at the time and was super excited albeit a bit nervous when he asked me to hang out with him one weekend. We hit it off initially, hanging out on more weekends and walking the office campus at lunch. Being a part time model he was very much into regular fitness and I – being what I thought was rail thin – was not.

I thought all was well until the critique from Mr. Fabulous. “You really should watch what you eat, you are getting a pooch.” I was mortified, ashamed, and took quite a hit on my own ego that day. That day when I realized my metabolism wasn’t going to be my only answer for weight management for the rest of my life.

Fast forward many years where I live in a world where Mr. Fabulous nor anyone like him no longer has a place in my life. I’m happily married with a brand new infant and a much poochier pooch. Now I get it. I just had a baby and I don’t want anyone to feel bad about post pregnancy body changes because I am so lucky to have my son and I appreciate that gift Every. Single. Day. That said, I ate freely during my pregnancy – meaning I had packed on some extra pounds that were definitely related to and justified by “eating for two” mentality.  I’m pretty sure there was no “brain development” happening from my jellybean binges and key lime pie escapades.

Regardless, I had gained the weight on my own based on choices I made and I never wanted to be the mom who blamed my child for my extra “baby weight” that never went away. So I started looking for an option to lose the extra 30 pounds that didn’t seem to want to drop on its own. That was when a friend told me about Nutrisystem.

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Nutrisystem sends you pre-portioned packaged meals in smart portions that are designed to fill you up and help you lose up to 1-2 pounds a week, so you steadily reach your weight loss goal. I had my skepticisms that it would work long-term, but the principles of Nutrisystem finally taught me how to fuel my body with food instead of my emotions.

If you want to lose weight but think it’s too hard, here are the things that I learned while doing Nutrisystem:

I eat 6 times a day! I’m never hungry. Nutrisystem sends you healthier versions of your favorite foods, like Lasagna and Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo, plus I throw in my favorite fruits and vegetables

No working out required. On the Nutrisystem plan, I can still lose weight without having to exercise each day, but if I’m antsy for some movement, they recommend just ten minutes three times a day.

The food is great! I’m totally in love with their vanilla shortbread cookies. Try a bunch of different options in month 1 to figure out what tastes good to you!

I can eat out. Nutrisystem teaches you to make smarter choices eating out at restaurants without sacrificing flavor. I never realized how poorly I ate out at restaurants until reading through their guide.

I still eat my favorite foods. No food group is forbidden my carb loving friends!

Nutrisystem was a convenient way for me to match my eating habits with my health goals. The hardest part was making room in my freezer and pantry because everything arrives ready to heat and eat for the entire month. Weight loss and management is really difficult for some of us so it was incredibly helpful that Nutrisystem understands that it gets easier when you have a plan and a team to support you throughout your journey.

With Nutrisystem, I was able to lose the 30 pounds I had gained plus an extra 5 pounds, and I have learned how to maintain my weight loss which means never blaming that pooch on my son.

Oh! And see that Pepperoni Pizza Melt above? That is a Nutrisystem frozen meal and it is my favorite and it is absolutely delicious.

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