Product Review: Busy Buddy Squirrel Dude Dog Toy from Pet Safe Sizes Medium and Large

Otter’s note: I love these toys so much I have them in two sizes. We even have names for these little guys - Nuts and Berries! They keep me busy for SO long and I really have to work for my treat! Sometimes I get so frustrated that I start to cry (I am such a baby).

Product description:

The Busy Buddy Squirrel Dude features high durability and a funky bounce to keep dogs playing longer. The patented Treat Meter® holds a variety of treat options, including dry kibble, treats, cheese, and peanut butter. Price: Medium toy: $9.99 and Large: $14.99

Editors note: Product description and product picture taken from here

Pros:

• Dishwasher safe
• The Treat Meter makes it challenging for Otter to get the treat
• Very durable, Otter has had them for over a year and his strong jaws have not compromised them at all

Cons

• The Treat Meter works so well that sometimes Otter gives up and I have to get the treat out. Let me tell you, it’s even hard for me to get the treats out. This is definitely a breeding ground for mold and bacteria so I wash ours after every use.

Overall

We absolutely love this toy line and have bought some for Otter’s English Bull Terrier cousin Olive – who adores this toy.  Bully breeds have a warranted reputation for their strong jaws and the fact that this toy has held up for so long is impressive. 

xoxo Otter and Mom 

Otter's Favorite Links

Otter's Note: I wanted to share some of my favorite links from around the web. This week, I am featuring a great article on how to keep dogs cool during these hot summer months. 

I also wanted to share my weekly pick for "rescue of the week". I know, I would not have the life I have today, if it weren't for caring volunteers that took care of me during my stay. They put lots of time and energy into finding me a forever home. I will always be grateful.  #adoptdontshop 

Weekly Article:

The month of August can be one of the hottest times of the year. Dr. Barbara E. Royal, D.V.M. outlines some crucial information on how to keep your beloved pets cool, in even the hottest days of summer.  Some important points from the article include: Breed specific & canine anatomy facts that contribute to why and how your dog overheats. Warning signs and symptoms that your dog is suffering from heat exhaustion or fatigue.  Along with ways to battle and protect your canine in even the hottest summer days.

Hot Tips to Keep Your Dog Cool in the Dog Days of Summer

Rescue of the Week:

Cody: 

Is a 3 year old, 65lbs American Pit Bull Terrier. 

* Picture was taken from here

I remember how terrified I was during my five months in the shelter and if it weren't for the caring and kind shelter volunteers, I know I would not have been given my second chance at life. Sending out prayers for all the animals looking for forever homes. Let's hope Cody, at the Pittie Love Rescue, finds his forever parents soon!

• Meet Cody
• About Pittie Love Rescue
• Learn more about the adoption process here

Please feel free to share his story! 

xoxo Otter

Toy Review: Merrick Dog Treat General Panton Natural Beef Bone, 7 to 9-Inch

Otter’s note: Oh em gee, these are so good. I absolutely love chewing on them because they are real beef bones! Yum, they taste so good!

Product description:

Merrick General Panton Natural Beef Bone Dog Treat is an indoor and outside safe all natural bone. With sizable dimensions, your medium to large sized dog will enjoy this one for days on end. Merrick General Panton Natural Beef Bone Dog Treat is a natural beef bone that your dog will love.

Note: Product picture was taken from here, product description was taken from here 

Pros

• Made in USA
• All natural
• Otter loves these! He loses interest in many of the bones we have tried, but not this one. He keeps going back to it again and again. We have gone through countless. Also, Otter’s cousins Olive (English Bull Terrier) and Milly (Boxer) LOVE them as well
• Each bone typically lasts a couple weeks – which is a LONG time for a toy to last in our household
• Cleans his teeth
• SO inexpensive!!!

Cons

• They can splinter after a lot of use, but we never let him chew it unsupervised
• They are real bone i.e. they are HARD and if dropped can cause some dents in hardwood floors
• When the bone is in the packaging, it can get oily. This is kind of gross when you are unwrapping it.

Overall

We LOVE these bones and definitely recommend them. Otter, Olive and Milly can’t get enough of them. We love how inexpensive they are and how they can keep our furry friends occupied for several play sessions (which for Bull breeds is really sayin’ something). We love giving them as gifts and always have them around the house.

Xoxo Otter + Mom