Whistle: The App That tracks Your Dog's Activity !

Whistle is the new innovate dog monitor that tracks your dog's daily levels of activity and rest. Whistle features a device that slips on to your dog's existing collar and is tracked onto an app that you can download onto your smartphone. Once you've downloaded the app, you sync the device to your phone for your dog's data to be collected 24/7.

Once you're synced it's time to make a profile. Simply answer a few questions about your dog and you're ready to get started.

The next thing you want to do is your dog's activity level. I have Bentley's set at 40 minutes a day at the moment but this can be changed anytime you like.

The Whistle app shows you peaks when your dog is active and it even shows you a timeline so you can see the detailed breakdown for yourself. You are able to see when and for how long your dog has rested as well. The best thing is that you have 24/7 access to your dog's profile now matter where you are. That means that you can check up on your dog during your lunch break at work or while your on a business trip you are able to see if your dog's caregiver has been providing adequate amounts of play and walks.

I have been using the Whistle now for almost 2 weeks and I was able to see how Bentley's activity changed on a daily basis. She reached her 40 minute goal 4 out of 7 days the first week. This tells me that she is less active on days when I am gone most of the day.

I also noticed that Bentley likes to run around the backyard late at night. The blue peaks represent her activity levels and on this particular night she was active between 12 and 1 am. I always thought that she slept throughout the night but now I know that she most certainly does not. 

Overall I am quite please with the device and the app. First off I must say that I found the actual device to be sturdy. I thought for sure that it would come off with rough play with other dogs but it didn't budge. It is also waterproof which is great because it rained and Bentley likes to play in water.

Another plus is that the battery life is great. It lasted 9 days off of the first initial charge and the app notified me as soon as the battery started to get low.

I feel that this app has actually helped me to better understand my dog. I see that since she is much less active when I am not around (which I thought was the complete opposite), I can make up for it and take her on longer walks.

By helping her hit her activity goal I can also help myself reach my own. I can specifically track our walks together throughout the week. This is great and can be a great motivation to those needing a little boost to get active. This way you can be active with your dog and it is beneficial for the both of you.

You can click this link to go directly to the Whistle website and get your own for 15% with an exclusive coupon code we have gathered just for you.

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May Paw Pack Review with Coupon Code

We have been receiving Paw Pack for 8 months now and I can honestly say that it is like Christmas morning for Bentley every time she sees that pretty turquoise box. Believe me when I tell you that she knows exactly what it is and gets extremely excited to see all the goodies it holds within.

If you aren't familiar with Paw Pack, it is a monthly subscription box for dogs and cats. Why I love it is simple:

It contains quality products that are all natural, grain free, and Eco friendly.

This means I can get new products delivered right to my door each month and trust that they will be GOOD for my dog. They do all the research and put together a wonderful array of products in a pretty turquoise box (which I keep to store what I haven't used yet). I am a busy person so this is the perfect way to keep my dog happy and give her new treats and toys each month without even leaving the house!

This month is the May box and here's a look at what's inside:

The first thing that caught my eye in the May Paw Pack was this Freezy Pups ice tray. It was literally 93 degrees when I opened up the box and as you as all may or may not know, Los Angeles, especially the San Fernando Valley where we reside, gets pretty hot. I was so happy to see this and I know we will be getting many uses out of this.

The next thing that caught my eye was this delectable looking Canine Caviar Buffalo Paddywack. Fancy right? Bentley loves Buffalo treats so this is a no brainer. What made me happy to see was that the Buffalo used to make these treats were not treated with hormones or antibiotics.

Side note: If you aren't aware, the majority of animals that we eat are pumped full of antibiotics since it was proven that it causes rapid growth and because by using antibiotics, farmers are able to keep a large number of animals in very small and extremely dirty conditions. Basically, cows, for example, do not have free range and don't have the freedom to graze on grass, they just stand side by side in their own feces waiting for imminent death while being fed corn, hormones, and antibiotics. Gruesome I know but this is the reality.

These Cycle Dog treats are Grain free and 100% Beef and they come in a pretty color (I'm a girl, I like pink). I love that there is only 1 ingredient. It makes the task of looking through the ingredients list a burden I no longer have. Thanks Paw Pack for doing all the work for me. SCORE!

Bentley has had these Sliders treats before and she just loves them. It's actually pretty funny because she has a little routine that she does. She takes the treat sticks outside to her favorite spot in the backyard, under a tree, and quietly chews on them, reappearing only after she's done, with her tail wagging, ready for more. These have (or I should say lack) the 4 G's : Gluten free, Glycerin and GMO free . This is another healthy choice as a dog treat.

Doggy version of Popcorn but grain and gluten free! Need I say more? Yaky Charms rock!

Of all the toys Bentley has ever had, the ones that squeak will always be her favorite. The perk of the ears and widening of her eyes; it's like doggy heaven. This Ecolast ball is great because it floats and we will be doing some swimming since the heat is already real in Southern California folks.

If you have been looking for a monthly pet box subscription, look no further. I absolutely love Paw Pack and can't say it enough. They go above and beyond to find healthy treats and fun, durable toys. Paws down the best box all around. Don't take my word for it though, check out their Instagram to see all of the happy pups and kitties who get their Paw Packs each month.

If you would like to try Paw Pack you're in luck. We have a special promo code exclusively for you to take 10% off your purchase. Just enter MYPITBULLFRIEND at check out.

Have a Paw-some day,

Finally, Artisan Crafted Dog Food has Arrived #InspiredbyCrafted

This post is sponsored by Hill’s. I am being compensated for helping spread the word about Hill’s® Ideal Balance™ Crafted™, but My Pit Bull Friend only shares information we feel is relevant to our readers. Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc. is not responsible for the content of this article.

As a dog owner, I want the best for my dog and that means staying healthy. To ensure this we go on walks and hikes together regularly and stay as active as possible. A healthy lifestyle is very heavily based upon what you eat. You know the saying "You are what you eat", well it rings true for dog's as well as humans.

When it comes to food, I love a nice home cooked meal and sometime prepare food for Bentley but I don't have the time to make my own dog food daily so she usually eats dry food. As of recently, I've noticed that Bentley has been neglecting her food bowl and this has prompted me to go on the hunt for a new dog food.

On my quest for this new dog food I started reading the ingredient list of many different brands of dog food and noticed that the number one ingredients in most brands was corn. (Corn is readily available and cheap so it is used in a lot of animal foods) I do not want to feed my dog a product that is mostly corn and a little bit of by-product meat. I have read the negative effects and don't want that for my dog. No thanks!

Well after discovering Hill’s® Ideal Balance™ Crafted™, I got really excited because this is exactly what I was looking for plus some. This dog food does not have any Corn in it but better yet it also doesn't  have any Wheat, Soy, Artificial Colors, Preservatives, No Chicken-By Product Meal, Gluten Free, and it's Oven Roasted.

Bentley tried some and she loved it so it's safe to say that she won't be neglecting her bowl anymore. I occasionally bake dog treats in the oven and they remind me of this dog food. What I like about it is that when you look at the kibble it looks homemade. You can actually see the small pieces of herbs used in it and the color is natural, not red or green as some other brands.

Hill's Ideal Balance Crafted is an Artisan Crafted dog food made in small batches in the USA using quality ingredients like Ancient Grains and crafted with care, which is perfect if you love that home cooked meal style. The master chefs add the herbs to each batch by hand and knead the dough to make sure it's just right, then they oven roast the dough to lock in all of the deliciousness, home style, made the way you would!

I'm excited to continue the journey for a healthier lifestyle for Bentley so that she will have many many more years to spend with my family,

because pets are family too and family is the most important thing!

We will post another  review soon to show you how the Hill's diet has been going, but in the meantime check out this video:

Happy Eating,

Paw Pack: October Box with Coupon Code

We received our first ever Paw Pack box for the month of October 2014 and I decided to do a review for any of you who are curious about this particular monthly dog product box and to give you my honest opinion and thoughts.

It works like this:

1. Pick your pet: Dog or Cat.

2. Decide on the size of your box: Starter, Premium, or Deluxe.

3. Choose a billing plan: Monthly, billed every 6 months, or billed annually.

4. Boxes ship out on the 15th of each month with free shipping.

Our box came in a bright blue color and held 9 items with a specialized monthly letter. I had Bentley try out each item and can tell you that she loved every single thing in that box, especially the odorous treats.

The first thing that caught my eye was the Beams- Pure Icelandic fish skin chew treats for dogs by The Honest Kitchen.

These are strips of dried fish skin with absolutely no added ingredients. I gave one to Bentley and some of her dog friends and they all disappeared with it and didn't reappear until it was gone. It's safe to say that this is something I would purchase considering that it is all natural and has a good amount in the bag.

The second item, also by the Honest Kitchen, is a sample of Embark Dehydrated Dog Food in the Turkey Flavor. This dog food is gluten free and made with human grade ingredients. Just add water and you're done. Bentley gobbled this up pretty quick. I love how the ingredients are simple and natural.

Our next item was Pizzle Puff by Hymalayan Dog Chew. The treats are grain free and gluten free and have no preservatives. The smell is a bit strong for my taste but then again I'm not the one eating it. Once again Bentley loved these. They are said to be especially for training so I might have to try these with some unruly dogs to see if it does in fact work better than other treats.

Of course what would this time of year be without the notorious pumpkin flavored everything? I was excited to see these dog treats because I am a sucker for pumpkin anything. These dog treats are by EOS Plato and they are Turkey with Pumpkin Dog Treats. These are grain free with no fillers and have over 90% turnkey. They contain no GMOS's or meat by products. These were a hit and smell a bit like cookies. I would buy these again.

The  next item was this Blue Collar by Project Blue Collar. Since October is National Shelter Dog Month, everyone who ordered a Paw Pack received one. "PBC is a global movement to celebrate rescue dogs and unite people who care. PBC is a way to show your rescue prode and tell your rescue dog's story. PBC gives back 20-50% of sales to rescue groups." Obviously I am all for adopting shelter dogs so I support what they are trying to do here. This collar is lightweight and made of rubber..

Last but not least, to keep with the Halloween theme, a bat squeaky toy and three more treats for Bentley to sink her teeth into.

Now when it comes to the sizes and billing plan the prices will vary. Here is a breakdown of each plan to give you a better understanding of your savings and the amount of products each box carries.

STARTER PACK: 2-3 full sized surprise items each month along with various samples and other goodies. Everything will always be either Eco-Friendly, Organic, or All-Natural.

$18/billed monthly, $16/ a month, billed every 6 months, $15/ a month, billed annually

PREMIUM PACK: 4-5 full sized surprise items each month along with various samples and other goodies. Everything will always be either Eco-Friendly, Organic, or All-Natural.

$28/billed monthly, $26/a month, billed every 6 months, $25/a month, billed annually

DELUXE PACK: 6-7 full sized surprise items each month along with various samples and other goodies. Everything will always be either Eco-Friendly, Organic, or All-Natural.

$43/billed monthly, $39/a month billed every 6 months, $34/a month, billed annually

After having done research on each individual product, I can say that I am overall happy with the quality of each one. I like the fact that they are natural products and that I actually know what is in each treat. Personally, I like the idea of having a monthly box since I am quite busy. This is the perfect way to try out new brands and products and the plus to me is that Paw Pack takes the time to look for healthier options.

If you want to try Paw Pack visit their website : www.PawPack.com

You can get 20% off your first purchase with code: MYPITBULLFRIEND

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