New Year’s Resolutions Inspired by Your Pet!
After a very challenging year, it’s safe to say that everyone is ready to start fresh in 2021. This year, pet owners should plan to incorporate their animal companioninto their New Year’s Resolutions goals. After all, dogs and cats can benefit from some positive change too. Here are a few fun resolution ideas that could benefit both you and your pet!
Safe & Healthy Snacking: Over 66% of adult Americans are considered overweight or obese, so it is not surprising to find that weight loss is one of the most popular New Year's resolutions for humans. Sadly, pet obesity is on the rise as well, which increases their chances of developing arthritis, diabetes, as well as certain skin and liver diseases to name a few. Commit to healthier food choices for you both. Snacks and treats are a great place to start!
Bow Wow Labs recently launched a new healthy and delicious dog treat line, Waggy Wafers. They have selected only the finest, healthiest ingredients that are naturally sourced and preserved. Waggy Wafers are slow roasted and come in three nutritious and delicious flavors: Organic Chicken, Salmon and Turkey Pumpkin. All three treats are Made in the USA using only real meat and contain zero by-products, artificial flavors or fillers. Stash your cabinet with Waggy Wafers to ensure your dog is consuming safe and healthy treats! https://www.bowwowlabs.com/collections/treats/.
Make Health a Top Priority: One way to achieve good health is to get an annual physical. Although most people wait to visit the doctor’s office when they are experiencing a problem or have concerns, there are many benefits to getting checked out yearly; such as reviewing any changes that have occurred over the last year. This is true for your four-legged friend as well. Annual veterinary visits and preventive screenings allow your veterinarian to catch up and address disease and illness in their early stages.
In addition to getting your pet checked, there are things you can do at home to prevent future health problems. InClover offers a large variety of all-natural supplements for dogs and cats that support the most common pet health concerns, including joint health, dental care, skin & coat, digestive comfort and immunity. All products are made in the USA with human-quality ingredients and feature the National Animal Supplement Council's Quality Seal. Be sure to visit InClover’s website to choose supplements that will help keep your dog or cat in great health for 2021 and beyond! https://inclover.com/.
Smile More: We could all benefit from smiling more!Did you know that smiling not only offers a mood boost, but it also helps our bodies release cortisol and endorphins that provide numerous health benefits, including reduced blood pressure, increased endurance, reduced pain, reduced stress and strengthens immune system? Set a goal make more people smile daily. Crack a joke, give a genuine compliment, reach out to someone you miss, or send a happy note to a loved one “just because.”
Our pets have a natural ability to make people smile. A wet nose and wagging tail are all it takes! But to really take your pup’s appearance to the next smile level, consider dressing them in some adorable doggy fashionfrom Tuxie Luxie! This innovative company offers high-quality, tailored, lifestyle-driven and fashion inspired puppy gear apparel line for toy and small breed dogs. Their collection includes tops, hoodies (by far a bestseller!), sweatshirts, cardigans, jumpers, PJs and blankets. Walking your dog around town in Tuxie Luxieapparel will not only keep your small pup warm and comfortable, but it will be a sure way to make those around you smile with pure joy! https://www.tuxieluxie.com/.
Outdoor Exercise: All pets need mental and physical activity to stay fit and since they can’t take walks alone, the health benefits rub off onto you too! January is “National Walk Your Dog Month,” another reminder to start the New Year off with health as a top priority for you both. Make a pledge to extend your daily walks or increase their frequency. Most pets would never turn down the opportunity to go for a walk, which is why they are the inspiration you need to keep in shape!
Dogs thrive on routine, as do most humans, so creating a daily walking schedule is a wonderful goal to set this New Year. Keeping your walking supplies organized and handy is an effective way to stay motivated. Cades and Birch offers a large collection of handcrafted customized gifts and home décor, including their Handmade Key and Leash Holder. Above each hook, you have the option to include one of the following: His, Hers, Mr, Mrs, Ours, or the Paw Print. This piece will not only improve the appearance of your inner walls, but it’s helpful for staying organized when it’s time to get some fresh air and exercise with your four-legged friend. https://www.etsy.com/shop/CadesandBirch/.
Stay Inspired Each Month: 2020 has been a tough year for most people, filled with worry, uncertainty, and changes to our fundamental routines. For pet owners, however, one thing has remained true; our unconditional love for our dogs, and vice versa! As we enter the New Year, create a ritual together with your pup that will lift your spirits up all year long.
Dog Mom Lifestyles is passionate about helping dog moms see themselves the way their dogs see them (#imperfectlyperfect). This innovative and unique company achieves this by connecting dog moms with a community of like-minded women and a regular pleasure ritual: unboxing surprises together with her pup. This monthly box ritual helps create a habit of trying new things, exploring new places, and enjoying simple pleasures (all from the comfort of home) while giving back to animal welfare. It’s a simple, fun and exciting way to feel inspired and take your bond with your pup to the next level! https://dogmomlifestyles.com/.
About The Pet Lady: Meet “The Pet Lady,” Dana Humphrey. She happily wears many collars in the pet industry, including operating the very successful Whitegate PR firm, staging pet fashion events and educating all of us pet lovers about the must-have pet products and pet trends. And, her home base is in New York City, but this is a gal who travels coast-to-coast and beyond to ensure pets everywhere lead enriching lives.
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