I don't know about you, but I have enjoyed the convenience and safety of online shopping with delivery during COVID (possibly a little too much). Like many of you, I have also faced financial challenges and uncertainty. WIN a $25 Amazon Gift Card. We wanted to give all our supporters a chance to WIN a $25 Amazon Gift Card. Congratulations to Mike from Canada. … [Read more...] about $25 Amazon Gift Card GIVEAWAY + 29 Great Gift Ideas Under $29.99 For Dog Lovers
21 Questions to Ask Before Adopting a Puppy
I have had several calls from friends and readers with questions about adopting puppies during COVID. Suddenly they had more time at home and a need for safe companionship and purpose. At Talent Hounds, we believe Rescues Rock! and are always looking for ways to help dogs in need – building awareness, education, fund raising, donating, volunteering, fostering and … [Read more...] about 21 Questions to Ask Before Adopting a Puppy
Super Easy Crispy Salmon and Pumpkin Cakes Recipe
Kilo and my older daughter really love salmon so I am always looking for interesting yummy ways to prepare it. They also love pumpkin and it is really good for their digestion so we tried this super easy Crispy Salmon and Pumpkin Cakes Recipe. My husband barbequed some salmon on the plank and I had left-overs. I also had some left over plain canned pumpkin from making soup … [Read more...] about Super Easy Crispy Salmon and Pumpkin Cakes Recipe
Giveaway of The Big Book of Tricks for the Best Dog Ever
Spring is finally in the air. The sun is shining and the flowers are popping up so it is time for new beginnings. To help you start some fresh activities with your dog, we are hosting a giveaway of The Big Book of Tricks for the Best Dog Ever, a brilliant dog training book co-written by my talented friends author, trainer, fellow film-maker and passionate rescue … [Read more...] about Giveaway of The Big Book of Tricks for the Best Dog Ever
How reading to dogs on ZOOM or YouTube could help children during the pandemic.
I did extensive research for Talent Hounds, Kids' Pet Club and Dogs Make A Difference, and I saw scientific evidence of the physical and emotional benfits of looking at and interacting with dogs, especially during times of stress. They can cause a drop in anxiety and make us feel good so it makes sense to me that reading to virtual dogs could help children during the current … [Read more...] about How reading to dogs on ZOOM or YouTube could help children during the pandemic.