It's Labor Day Weekend

For many people, Labor Day Weekend signals a long weekend and the end of the summer. My friends are squeezing in a vacation or wrapping up home projects.

What am I doing?  Looking for sales online because every major holiday means that I can save money on dog food, supplements, and more.

Dr. Harvey's 

Dr. Harvey's is hinting at a big Labor Day Sale. I use their base mixes in my meal prep and I'm hoping to pick up 6-pound bags of their Paradigm and Raw Vibrance for 25% off.  Usually, their discounts max out at 15% off.

We Feed Raw

Rodrigo has become picky in his old age and I'm okay with it because it's provided an opportunity to learn more about feeding a geriatric dog.  I'm still making DIY blends for Zoey and Apollo.  Rodrigo is eating commercial raw and gently cooked food (with some DIY thrown in).  

One brand that he LOVES is We Feed Raw and they have a 50% off (yeah, WOW!) your first order. I ordered a month of the beef recipe at $3.33/lb.

CocoTherapy

Through Monday 9/5/2022, CocoTherapy is discounting everything on their website by 10% (singles), 12% (combos), and 15% (multipacks).  

I placed an order for coconut and MCT oil, which are common in our home.

• Benefits of Coconut Oil for Dogs
• 22 Uses of Coconut Oil by Dog Moms

Essential Oils

And, if you're as much into essential oils as I am, Plant Therapy, one of the only brands I trust, is having a sale over the weekend too.  I won't do any serious shopping until December.  For this weekend, I'll pick up a couple of my favorite oils to diffuse in the house to create uplifting and calm energy:

• Peru Balsam has a vanilla aroma with a hint of cinnamon and I love the scent.  It's similar to stargazer lilies (to me).
• Kumquat is the best citrus oil available. The scent is strong without being overwhelming and it doesn't remind me of Fruit Loops like many citrus oils.
• Clary Sage promotes a calming energy and is great for hair. I add 20 drops in a spray bottle with water and my conditioner for a daily spray.  It helps my curls bounce back while keeping my scalp healthy.

I can go on and on. I plan to set my alarm for midnight to take advantage of the Plant Therapy sale because the kumquat essential oil sells out quickly.

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HarvestRight Freeze Dryer Giveaway

My plans to order a freeze dryer were derailed when my savings were redirected after our septic pump went out.  After we lost Scout, Johan offered to buy a freeze dryer as a gift and I couldn't be more excited.

My plan is to freeze dry...

• dog food
• organ meat and meat for dog treats
• herbs
• broccoli sprouts and other microgreens
• fruits and vegetables from my garden
• and more

HarvestRight is the company people recommend for home freeze-dryers.  They offer various sizes in various colors.  I want a medium machine in black - it's perfect for the garage.

The cost is intimidating at $2500-$3500 per machine, but the money I'll save make this a worthy investment.  And, HarvestRight is currently hosting a contest to win a medium home freeze-dryer.  You have until November 8 to enter (it's open to US residents only).

Three Dog Family Again

I want to thank you, again, for the kind comments after Scout's passing.  It's been an adjustment.  I have good days and bad days.  But I have zero regrets, which is so important.

We're down to three dogs and it's strange.  We haven't been a three dog family in eight years.  I miss Scout every day and I'm grateful to him and Sydney for everything they taught me because I'm able to apply all of it to Rodrigo, Zoey, and Apollo, who are thriving.

I'm happy and grateful that I can share everything I'm learning with others.

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