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Active Duty or Vet with a Pet?

Active Duty or Vet with a Pet?

Our Company, www.BestBullySticks.com is proud of all our active duty personnel and veterans that fought and defended our freedom. As a salute to your service and being a proud American Company we want to show our support and give something back.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Since we are a Dog and Cat supply company we want to give you a Personal Discount Coupon code for 7% Off any purchase from our company. While 7% off may not seem high at first glance, when you come to our Online Retail store, you will notice that our prices are extremely low compared to most stores and other online retailers. We don't mark up high and then sucker you in for a 20% off. We play it straight. Our prices are just slightly over cost. No BS, No Games, just honest business.

Please consider us for your next dog or cat product need, help us spread the word, and get your personal discount code from us by:

Sending an email from your Military email address to bbinfo@bestbullysticks.com and we will send back a personal individual military coupon code.

If you are a Vet without an active military email address. Please call us at 877-483-5853   M-F 9AM EST to 5PM EST to get a personalized discount code set up in your name.

Then shop at www.BestBullySticks.com

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Thank you again for your service, and helping us help others by spreading the message. The more active duty or vets that take advantage of this, the better discounts and prices we can pass back to our proud American Military Men Women.

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October is National Adopt-A-Dog Month : Happy Tails Adoption Stories

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Rescuing a dog in need is one of the best things you can do. Abandoned dogs and rescued dogs are still good dogs and will make even better loyal companions. Some have had the misfortune of being abandoned or mistreated by there previous owners leaving them in desperate need of good, loving home. Or perhaps the previous owner was unable to financial meet the needs or properly care for the dog so decided to give it up for adoption. So, adopt & rescue a loving dog today!

In honor of October's National Adopt-A- Dog Month we wanted to share with you some real life, heartwarming adoption stories of courageous dogs who overcame hardships and found their forever home.  Thank you all for submitting your doggy adoption stories.

Happy Tails : Heartwarming Doggy Adoption Stories

5 days after I had to put my first cattle dog down (he was 16), in Feb 2008, we drove 5 hours on my birthday to a WV shelter to adopt a blue, cattle dog puppy!!! He was the start of my pack. May 2009, my husband surprised me with a red female cattle dog puppy that was scheduled for euthanization. Jan 2010, I adopted a Dobe/ wire haired Jack Russell. What a goofy pack of dogs I have... I love them all!!!

-Cynthia

I'm a volunteer transporter for dogs and on a transport in April 2008 I met a beautiful BBD (big black dog) who I just totally fell in love with. She was on her way to rescue from a shelter where she was almost euthanized. I had to have her! I adopted her in May of that year and she's been just the BEST dog for the past couple years. Someday we hope to adopt a second dog.

-Michelle

We adopted our new baby rat terrier a month ago. He made his trip from Arkansas to Maine without a glitch. He was found in a ditch with his brother and sister, and rescued by their wonderful foster mom. He is doing great at family living, and loves is new Labrador sister! He is a part of the family and we are happy to have him!

-Angela

I have 3 dogs and 3 cats. 2 dogs and 3 cats were adopted from Humane Societies but Diva's story is the most outstanding. Diva was born and raised outside. The only human contact she had was when her owner plunked down food and water for h...er and the three other puppies, turned on his heel, and went back inside. She had never seen a vet, nor had she received any training. So when she stepped into a kennel at Bangor Humane Society, she and her sister Flash (the only living creature she thought she could trust) huddled way in the back, shaking and growling at anyone who came near. Dawn(adoption counselor extraordinaire )was worried. She knew from experience that an animal that’s never been socialized runs the risk of permanent emotional damage.

When Diva, a six-month-old German shepherd/husky mix, and her three siblings arrived at the shelter, they weren’t in bad shape – physically. “They were somewhat skinny,” said adoption counselor Dawn Weber, “but they had no serious health issues.” “All Diva needed,” said Dawn, “was a good bath. She was really dirty and smelly – like her sisters and brother – but she was pretty scared. As soon as she would let us, we bathed her and brushed her out.” Diva makes a great first impression. But she’s been adopted and returned to BHS a whopping five times.

Apparently her indifferent upbringing left her very timid, so she defends herself by growling and barking. That’s why she’s been in foster care with John and Kathy Field since May. And she’s come a long way. “She’s really a lovable little twerp,” said John. “When we first brought her home, she was scared of everything. She’d shy away from us,
avoiding all contact, and bark simply because she was afraid.” Now, she still has some quirky barking behaviors – apparently, she doesn’t like people to take showers and lets them know it; but she’s become a great jogging partner and a star in her agility and obedience class. She’ll chase a ball and bring it back for as long as you want, and she “gets along well with others” at daycare. “She’s a quick study,” said John, “a really smart little girl.” The Fields have learned some simple and effective strategies to deal with Diva’s barking. “Despite her behaviors,” said Kathy, “Diva really loves to be with people – she follows us everywhere.” She’s not aggressive; she’s never bitten anyone – she just lacks confidence in herself. The Fields think she’d be a wonderful pet for a dog-savvy family that understands where she’s come from and are willing to work with her. (Quoted in it's entirety from Bangor Humane Society newsletter)

That's when I adopted Diva in October 2008. I already had 2 dogs, Bodie and Duncan, but had watched her story unfold on the BHS website and just had to bring Diva home where she belonged. I have found her to be an extraordinarily sweet and loving girl with a ton of exuberance! She has a special fondness for children and dotes on them when they come for visits (my grandnephews and next door neighbor). Diva is still a bit fearful of new people but has truly come a long way since becoming a part of our family. And I have grown and become a better person (I sincerely believe) as a result of having adopted Diva. Yes, she now has her much-deserved forever home‼♥

-Christine

Hey dog lovers, got a cute dog and a cute dog adoption story? Share it here. Tell us your doggy adoption story and share a photo of your fuzzy face rescue on our Facebook page.

Amazing Video You Gotta See!

OK Go's latest video, for the song "White Knuckles," features a dozen rescue pups, a pro-adoption message and choreography that was two years in the making. (Find out how they made the video on the dog trainer's blog.)

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SPECIAL! Refer-A-Friend Discount is 12% in September

Many of you have taken advantage of our Refer-a-Friend/Family Member program, and we extend our heartfelt thanks for that–it’s the biggest compliment you can give us. This new 12% offer is valid for the month September only and then goes back to 6%, so please be sure to take advantage of this great deal quickly!

Are you new to Refer-A-Friend? It’s simple! Here’s how it works:

*Your friend or family member places their first order with Best Bully Sticks.
*On that first order, your friend or family member types your name and the words “Refer-A-Friend” in the “Comments” section.
*We send you a coupon code for 12% off when their order is placed!

There are no limits to the Refer-A-Friend promotion, so you save 12% off our products this September every time a new friend or family member places their first order!

How Can You Give Back To Barkworthy Rescues and Shelters Across the Globe? Click to Give a $1 at Checkout!

Well, we we tell you how you can help Best Bully Sticks support them. With your help we can save lives one $1 at a time and no animal needs to suffer.

Participate in our Best Bully Sticks $1 Donation Program by shopping on www.bestbullysticks.com and clicking to donate a $1 at checkout. For every $1 you donate at checkout we will donate a $1 with a 100% of the proceeds going to rescues and shelters in need across the country. The money raised will help with out reach, basic animal necessities and rescue programs. Donations raised monthly by you will be given to 3 lucky rescues during our ongoing monthly Best Bully Sticks Rescue Shelter Giveaway.

NEW! PRICE-MATCH GUARANTEE!

We are so confident that we offer the best prices at www.bestbullysticks.com that we now match ANY online vendor price on any item we sell!

If you find anything on bestbullysticks.com for less on another website (excluding Amazon and Ebay), let us know and we’ll credit the difference to you. It must be the same item. For bulk items, we’ll try our best to match the price. Email us at bbinfo@bestbullysticks.com with any questions or to take advantage of this great new service.

Do you have a bone to pick with us?

Our dog chews & dog bones are all natural, and from either Brazilian or US meat sources. If you have a highly aggressive chewers then you came to the right place. Your dogs will fall in love with our grrreat selection, while you go gaga over our amazing prices! We are constantly adding new dog bones & chews, so make sure to check back often. Better yet sign up for our newsletter and receive the inside scoop on new products, special saving & discounts & stay up to date on Best Bully Sticks happenings for 2010. We have some wonderful things in store worth barking about, so sniff around our site daily!

Offering you more of the best of the best-with your input!

Since you are our most valuable resource and we want Best Bully Sticks to be your go-to source for great pooch stuff, we need your help! Please let us know what you think we should offer, and how you think we can improve our website, for your best possible shopping experience with us. We will carefully consider all ideas.

Give the gift of  a good chew by shopping www.bestbullysticks.com .  Delicious & all natural, the way nature intended! Please make sure to check out our growing selection of dog treats, dog chews, and of course our chew-licious bully sticks and much more. Try our NEW All Natural Free Range Odor free bully sticks!

Smile and Say Bully Sticks! Our photo gallery is growing constantly, please submit a photo of your dog enjoying any of our products to enter our twice monthly contest! Each month we will have a drawing on those customers who submitted pictures to the gallery and a winner will be chosen and posted on the site. The winner will win more bully sticks!

Also, don’t forget to sign up for our newsletter for Best Bully Stick News, New Products & Discounts!! For daily updates follow us on twitter @bestbullysticks

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Save a Life! October is National Adopt-A-Dog Month

adoptdogOctober's National Adopt-a-Shelter-Dog Month encourages Americans to turn their houses into homes by adopting a shelter dog. Each year, millions of dogs enter our nation's shelters, yet of the almost 59 million owned dogs in this country, less than 20 percent are shelter adoptees.

Adopt-a-Shelter-Dog Month also helps bring attention to the pet overpopulation faced in every state, county and town in America. Many animals are being euthanized with out a second chance to find a home. That is why it is important to have your pets spayed and neutered and to seek out your new companion from a shelter.

WHAT CAN AN ADOPTED DOG BRING TO YOUR LIFE?

There are as many responses to that question as there are dogs in this world! That’s why -- during American Humane Association’s Adopt-A-Dog Month celebration in October -- we’re encouraging people to adopt a shelter dog and experience the joy of finding their own answers.

Are you looking for:

an exercise buddy?
a best friend and confidant for your child?
a dog you can train with to learn animal-assisted therapy?
a partner in agility competitions?
a constant companion for your favorite senior citizen?
a fuzzy face to greet you after a hard day at work?
An adopted dog can be all these things -- and so much more!

Your local shelter is the perfect place to find dogs of every type, size, age and personality -- all waiting for a loving home. Or, if you prefer a particular breed that isn’t currently available at a shelter, go online to find a breed-specific rescue group in need of adopters like you.

Find out what a shelter or rescue dog can bring to your life this October during Adopt-A-Dog Month!

BEST BULLY STICKS HAPPENINGS!

SPECIAL! Refer-A-Friend Discount is 12% in September

Many of you have taken advantage of our Refer-a-Friend/Family Member program, and we extend our heartfelt thanks for that–it’s the biggest compliment you can give us. This new 12% offer is valid for the month September only and then goes back to 6%, so please be sure to take advantage of this great deal quickly!

Are you new to Refer-A-Friend? It’s simple! Here’s how it works:

*Your friend or family member places their first order with Best Bully Sticks.
*On that first order, your friend or family member types your name and the words “Refer-A-Friend” in the “Comments” section.
*We send you a coupon code for 12% off when their order is placed!

There are no limits to the Refer-A-Friend promotion, so you save 12% off our products this September every time a new friend or family member places their first order!

How Can You Give Back To Barkworthy Rescues and Shelters Across the Globe? Click to Give a $1 at Checkout!

Well, we we tell you how you can help Best Bully Sticks support them. With your help we can save lives one $1 at a time and no animal needs to suffer.

Participate in our Best Bully Sticks $1 Donation Program by shopping on www.bestbullysticks.com and clicking to donate a $1 at checkout. For every $1 you donate at checkout we will donate a $1 with a 100% of the proceeds going to rescues and shelters in need across the country. The money raised will help with out reach, basic animal necessities and rescue programs. Donations raised monthly by you will be given to 3 lucky rescues during our ongoing monthly Best Bully Sticks Rescue Shelter Giveaway.

NEW! PRICE-MATCH GUARANTEE!

We are so confident that we offer the best prices at www.bestbullysticks.com that we now match ANY online vendor price on any item we sell!

If you find anything on bestbullysticks.com for less on another website (excluding Amazon and Ebay), let us know and we’ll credit the difference to you. It must be the same item. For bulk items, we’ll try our best to match the price. Email us at bbinfo@bestbullysticks.com with any questions or to take advantage of this great new service.

Do you have a bone to pick with us?

Our dog chews & dog bones are all natural, and from either Brazilian or US meat sources. If you have a highly aggressive chewers then you came to the right place. Your dogs will fall in love with our grrreat selection, while you go gaga over our amazing prices! We are constantly adding new dog bones & chews, so make sure to check back often. Better yet sign up for our newsletter and receive the inside scoop on new products, special saving & discounts & stay up to date on Best Bully Sticks happenings for 2010. We have some wonderful things in store worth barking about, so sniff around our site daily!

Offering you more of the best of the best-with your input!

Since you are our most valuable resource and we want Best Bully Sticks to be your go-to source for great pooch stuff, we need your help! Please let us know what you think we should offer, and how you think we can improve our website, for your best possible shopping experience with us. We will carefully consider all ideas.

Give the gift of  a good chew by shopping www.bestbullysticks.com .  Delicious & all natural, the way nature intended! Please make sure to check out our growing selection of dog treats, dog chews, and of course our chew-licious  bully sticks and much more. Try our NEW All Natural Free Range Odor free bully sticks!

Smile and Say Bully Sticks! Our photo gallery is growing constantly, please submit a photo of your dog enjoying any of our products to enter our twice monthly contest! Each month we will have a drawing on those customers who submitted pictures to the gallery and a winner will be chosen and posted on the site. The winner will win more bully sticks!

Also, don’t forget to sign up for our newsletter for Best Bully Stick News, New Products & Discounts!! For daily updates follow us on twitter @bestbullysticks

Become a fan of our facebook page for exclusive coupons and giveaways. http://www.facebook.com/BestBully

Bark the Word! Join the Best Bully Sticks Free Affiliate Program & Earn 6% Commission or 6% Product Discount

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Our All Natural Brazilian Beef Bully Sticks Come From Grass Fed Cattle not Feedlots

feedlotWe are passionate about dogs  and our mission is to keep your deserving pup chew happy & safe. That’s why we offer the best in safe,  high-quality Brazilian, free range  bully sticks at low prices – because we want you and your dog to be satisfied. As with all of our natural chews and treats our bully sticks are all USDA certified and inspected.  Bully Sticks are a great way to give your pet something to chew on that they’ll love and is great for them too! All of our bully sticks promote healthy teeth, gums and a beautiful doggy smile.

We value our human & tail wagging customers and want to keep you informed about the beef cattle industry from around the globe. As well as, let you know of our unwavering commitment to offering you naturally free-range, grass fed 100% bully sticks that has not been placed in feedlots. No compromises! We are commitment to offering you and your dog the best healthy dog chews in the world. As a promise to you we will continue to have an open & honest relationship with our suppliers to ensure that you are receiving on the best in grass fed free range cattle. We will never lower our standard for selfish gain because we value our customers above all else. Thanks for all your support!

Gone Are the Days of Only Home on the Range: Argentina Ranchers Breaks With Roaming Cattle Tradition

Argentina a leader in the cattle industry and known for its high quality lean,  natural, grass fed beef. Cows grazing freely on the vast Pampas to eat till their hearts & stomach content have long been a part of Argentine tradition. But the times are changing as ranchers break with tradition and venture away from the range to feedlot pens to take advantage of the agriculture boom. Argentina once a leading exporter of beef and veal produced from cattle grazing, is now becoming a force to be reckon in the agricultural world with its vast farming of soybean, wheat & corn. Although great for farmers and the Argentina economy, sky rocking demand for cash crops has its downside. The agriculture boom is putting the quality of beef steaks at stake all for the sake of quantity & mass production. As more Argentina farmers follow in the footsteps of USA & Europe's infamous feedlots,  also know as cattle fattening holding pens.GR2009091000147

In a recent article posted in The Washington Post , Argentina cattle are now being moved off the fertile grasslands of Pampa and into U.S style feedlots .The Pampa Region ranch land once home to Angus & Hereford cows are now being dedicated to agriculture and replaced with soybeans, corn & wheat. As the Argentine economy is now switching from cattle to crop. It appears that a growing number of Argentine cattle are spending a third of their lives on U.S style feedlots. The cattle are cramped in muddy corrals, and pumped full of antibiotics & protein rich fats to fatten them up quicker. Argentine ranchers are herding their cattle into feedlots to plump them up, increase efficiency and free up land for profit gain in this case profit "grain".

With the recent Argentina agriculture boom the countries traditional pastureland, once meant for cattle, are now being replaced by cropland to grow cash crops such as soybeans. No longer is cattle considered the Argentinian cash cow amongst its native farmers. Soybeans, corn & wheat farms are now more prominent and considered more profitable than raising livestock. With less land delegated for cash crops as oppose to cattle grazing, in order to maintain beef production on less land, many farms are using corn, other feeds & feedlots for fattening during the last two or three months prior to slaughter. As stated in the Washington Post, “This year, a third of the 15 million animals expected to go to slaughter will fatten up in the now-ubiquitous feedlots, three times as many as in 2001. General manager of the Argentine Feedlot Chamber, Rodrigo Troncoso expects that more then 60% of Argentina’s cattle will pass through feedlots in fives years."

The Great Debate: Feedlot vs Grass fed

cowsAs the saying goes "Knowledge is power". Before one can chime in on the great feedlot verse grass fed debate its important to know the difference between the two. Livestock placed in feedlots are often confined in overpopulated crapped holding pens where cattle are grain fed and fattened before being slaughtered. Sadly, feedlot cattle are feed an unnatural diet of of grains and inhumanely unable to roam and graze grasslands freely as nature intended. Because of cramped feedlot pen corridors cows are often sick and run high risk of transmitting diseases, and as a preventive measure many are more likely given routine antibiotics. Not to mention cows raised in this way are often given growth hormones shots so that they can reach slaughter weight faster and farmers can increase beef production in a short span of time. Because grain-fed cows grow faster, after spending only 6 months in a feedlot are  sent to slaughter houses. Not only are feedlot accommodations inhumane for the cattle their is much environmental & health concerns to consider. Larger concentration of wastes,  inefficiency of feeding grain to cattle & the use of hormones and antibiotics for feedlot cattle is not much to be desired. Estimates of the number of pounds of grain required to produce a pound of beef range from 10 to 16 pounds.  With approximately 97% of the beef sold in the U.S. is grain-fed feedlot beef, while the other 3% is grass-fed consumers are opting for the healthier piece of grass fed steak.

According to an insightful article by Northwestern Health Science University on the negative impact of feedlots and positive impact of grass fed cattle the quality & health benefits of grass fed beef can't be denied. Although feedlots increase meat, poultry, egg and dairy production often times profit trumps quality and safety putting consumers, such as yourself, at risk. Feedlots pose the following problems:

1. Lower Nutritional Value-Studies have shown that meat from animals raised in feedlots often contain more total fat, saturated fat, cholesterol and calories. Products from grain-fed animals also contain less vitamin E, beta-carotene, vitamin C and omega-3 fatty acids.

2. Unnatural Diets- In order to boost farm productivity and lower costs. Genetically modified grain and soy are the main components of these animals’ diets. To cut costs even more, animal feed may also contain by-products such as municipal garbage, stale pastry, chicken feathers and candy.

3. Stress on Animals- When cud chewing animals are fed low fiber grains as oppose to fiber rich grasses can take a toil on health & overall well being. Subacute acidosis is a very common condition that affects cattle. This condition causes cattle to kick at their bellies, stop eating feed and begin to eat dirt. These animals are often given chemical additives along with a constant, low-level dose of antibiotics to prevent reactions from becoming fatal. When the antibiotics are overused in the feedlots, bacteria become resistant to them. When humans consume cattle that were fed these antibiotics, they often become infected with the new, disease-resistant bacteria, which means there are fewer medications available to treat them.

4. Ground and water pollution-When animals are raised in confinement, they deposit large amounts of manure in small spaces. The right thing for the farmers to do is to collect and transport this manure far away from the area; however, this can be a very expensive task. More increasingly, farmers collect the manure and to cut costs, dump it as close to the feedlot as possible. As a result, the soil becomes over packed with nutrients, which can lead to ground and water pollution.

While grass-fed beef are unconfined and allowed to humanely roam & graze freely and given a natural diet of grass, hay &  forage as oppose to grains. Although grass fed beef are usually smaller in size & grow slower. Grass-fed farming or ranching involves raising livestock on open pasture – free to roam about. These animals are free of antibiotics, steroids, hormones, pesticides and other foreign substances. Research has shown that grass-fed animals may be safer than food from conventionally-raised animals. According to a study published in the Journal of Animal Science in 2002, grass-fed beef may offer these benefits:

1. Lower in Fat and Calories-Meat from grass-fed cattle, sheep and bison is lower in total fat. Lean meats may have as much as one-third the fat as a similar cut from a grain-fed animal. Consuming lean beef can also help lower LDL (the “bad” cholesterol) levels. Because it is lower in fat, grass-fed beef is also lower in calories. Even fatty cuts of grass-fed beef are lower in fat and calories than beef from grain-fed cattle.

2. More Omega-3 Fatty Acids- Grass-fed animals can contain as much as two-to-four times more essential omega-3 fatty acids than grain-fed animals. One reason grass-fed animals are full of these good fats is because omega-3s are formed in the chloroplasts of green leaves and algae.

3. More Vitamins-Studies have shown that grass-fed beef can have as much as four times more vitamin E than grain-fed beef. Grass-fed beef even contain twice as much vitamin E as grain-fed beef that are given vitamin E supplements!

4. Good Source of Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA)- Grass-fed animals contain as much as three-to-five times more CLA, known to reduce risk of cancer, than grain-fed animals.

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Give the gift of  a good chew.  Delicious & all natural, the way nature intended!

Please make sure to check out our growing selection of dog treatsdog chews, and of course our  bully sticks . Try our Odorless Odor free all natural free range bully sticks!

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Since you are our most valuable resource and we want Best Bully Sticks to be your go-to source for great pooch stuff, we need your help! Please let us know what you think we should offer, and how you think we can improve our website, for your best possible shopping experience with us. We will carefully consider all ideas.

A picture is worth a thousand words, or shall we say free bully sticks!

Our photo gallery is growing constantly, please submit a photo of your dog enjoying any of our products to enter our twice monthly contest! Each month we will have a drawing on those customers who submitted pictures to the gallery and a winner will be chosen and posted on the site. The winner will win more bully sticks!

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Guest Post: Why Your Dog May Be Your Answer to the Recession by DogTipper.com

We always enjoy coming across barkworthy reads. Husband and wife team, Paris Permenter & John Bigley the grrreat masterminds behind DogTipper.com, an online site chalk full of tips & advice for dog lovers, wrote a wonderful article titled "Why Your Dog May Be Your Answer to the Recession". This article put a huge smile on our face and a wag in Sushi & Espy tail. If you are like us, then  you've probably watched your spending habits drop and stress levels skyrocket. We have found that the only thing recession proof is the unconditional love of our furry companions. If you love your pets as much as we do, then you will understand why our pugs and spokesdogs Sushi & Espy have been our life preservers during our lowest times. Dogs are our saving grace & keep us smiling during these tough times and are truly worthy of the title "man's best friend". This is a sure must read.

Why Your Dog May Be Your Answer to the Recession by DogTipper.com

dog_best_friendTough economic times can impact your life in ways that range from stress to budget cutbacks to lack of social interaction. A dog, though, can be man’s best friend when it comes to recessionary times.

As stress levels rise and spending power diminishes in today’s tough economic times, dog owners are finding that when the going gets tough, the tough go play with their dogs. While there’s no denying that dogs come with fixed costs ranging from food to vet care, your dog can also be your best friend during an economic downturn. Here are nine ways Rover just might be your answer to the recession:

1. He’s a Good Reason to Stay Home. Staying home—rather then heading out and spending money—is never more appealing than when there’s a four-legged friend waiting for you. Suddenly there’s a good reason to dine at home or to choose an afternoon at the dog park rather than the shopping mall.

2. He’s a Great Exercise Partner. Need to save money by cutting back on a fitness club membership? No problem. You’ll never have a more dedicated personal trainer you’re your dog who will remind you—and remind you, and remind you—that it is time to get out and exercise.

3. He Loves Day Trips. Can’t afford that week at a Caribbean resort? Fido’s happy you’re staying home and considering taking him on a day trip to the lake or local park.

4. He Doesn’t Mind Cutbacks. OK, you might not want to opt for a home haircut yourself, but your dog doesn’t mind if you cut out the groomer and just give him a trim yourself.

5. He’s Happy with Used Items. Do the kids want the latest toys in the stores? You won’t have that same pressure from your dog. He’s happy with used toys from garage sales and thrift stores, perfect for playing fetch or romping around the yard.

6. He’s a Great Stress Reliever. Economic problems cause stress, there’s no doubt about it. But it’s a proven fact that dogs are an excellent stress reliever and also do wonders to lower high blood pressure. One look in those big eyes and it’s easy to see why.

7. He’ll Help You Get Out and About. Whether you’ve lost your job and no longer see your usual crowd of people or you’ve just cut back on social events, economic difficulties can mean less social interaction. Your dog, by encouraging you to get out and walk or to play in dog parks, helps you to interact with people with similar interests.

8. He Makes You Feel Like a King. A beleaguered bank account or a pink slip can leave you feeling worthless. All you have to do, though, is look in your dog’s eyes and you know that you’re the best there is. You are the center of his world.

9. He Knows the Best Things in Life are Free. Your dog values your companionship more than anything in the world. Money doesn’t mean a thing to him but you do. There’s no greater gift you can give your dog than your own time.

What ways have your pet helped you cope through the recession? Leave a comment below!

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Spoiling your dog doesn't have to cost you an arm & a leg. Please make sure to check out our growing selection of dog treats, dog chews, and of course our bully sticks. Our mission is to provide high quality Bully Sticks, Dog Treats, and Dog Chews at great prices.

A picture is worth a thousand words, or shall we say free bully sticks!

Our photo gallery is growing constantly, please submit a photo of your dog enjoying any of our products to enter our twice monthly contest! Each month we will have a drawing on those customers who submitted pictures to the gallery and a winner will be chosen and posted on the site. The winner will win more bully sticks!

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