Thursday, September 1, 2011

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Fido's Freebie Friday Invites Listings of Pet Giveaways

Posted: 01 Sep 2011 01:00 PM PDT

by Carrie Boyko, CEB
I'm home from Blogpaws. We all enjoyed networking, listening to speakers, checking out new products, catching up with old and new friends, and taking mini-classes on all sorts of pet blogging topics. I learned a ton and Oliver was a great big help in the PR area, as well as acting as the Blogpaws Bouncer.


Enough about that, though. You're here about the Fido's Freebie Friday giveaways, right? Of course! We'll do our best to round up some freebies this week. Be sure to check in on Friday afternoon when more linkups have checked in.


For bloggers:


Now for bloggers looking to link up to the hop. You'll find a Help Page with all sorts of resources and answers, from FTC guidelines to Facebook's new rules, to photo tips, and the how-to list for linking up your blog post. If you have ideas for anything else that may be useful to add, we encourage you to leave a comment.

For bloggers stopping in to link up their giveaways, you need to know our hours and the 2 rules for participation:



  • The Fido's Freebie Friday Blog Hop is open to posts about giveaways, drawings, prizes, and freebies for pet products or services only, including pet-related items for owners. Feel free to link up multiple items if you have more than one giveaway going on.

  • Please post the badge or a link to this post in your Fido's Freebie Friday blog post and invite your readers to tell us you sent them. Your hosts are All Things Dog Blog and Doggies and Stuff.


  • You will find some of these giveaways listed at other sites around the Internet, such as:Free Hot SamplesBlog Hops Everyday and A Mommy's Blog Design Studio Friday Blog HopFree Hot SamplesIndividual rules of entry and guidelines for winning may apply to each listing. All Things Dog Blog and Doggies and Stuff take no responsibility for the legality of the rules governing the listings on other sites and giveaways that are posted here. We simply provide this forum as a gathering place for pet product giveaways to be offered.






    Sneaky Dog Pack Snacks to Thrill A Lucky Reader

    Posted: 01 Sep 2011 06:56 AM PDT

    by Carrie Boyko, CEB
    © Carrie Boyko
    Are You This Week's Winner?
    This week's Grab Bag Surprise is designed especially to delight a reader-dog lover. I'm defining all of my readers as dog lovers, so I suppose you're all one in the same.


    A large tote bag, perfect for grocery shopping, will come complete with some Sneaky Dog Pack Snacks and other surprise goodies. Each package varies from week to week, sometimes including toys, and others will offer dog owner aids. All prizes are sure to delight.


    This week's lucky winner is BJ McCarty. When this name came from the box the delight was all mine. BJ is a childhood friend that somehow surfaced on Facebook one day, surprising ME with a hello. Isn't it fun to rekindle our old friendships through Facebook? It was especially wonderful to learn what a dog lover she had become. 


    Congratulations BJ. Be sure to notify me with your address by next Thursday, September 8th. Send it to AllThingsDogBlog.com. Don't miss your deadline!


    FYI for my readers, the Grab Bag Surprises will continue through Halloween. After that, the box will be nearly--if not completely--be empty :(   Not to worry; I have some new and even more exciting ways for you to get goodies here at All Things Dog Blog. Can you say Twitter party? Get your Twitter accounts up and running and practice your Tweeting skills because the fun will begin this Fall. 


    Before I wrap up the Twitter Party topic, I'l like to ask for input on when you would enjoy attending a 1-hour party. While I will try to offer a variety, I'd still like some ideas from all of you on when you're open to an hour of fast and furious tweeting. Think of it as typing class on steroids, but with prizes and great special guests to talk to. Watch for more as we move on into Fall. Happy tails!



    A Dog's Purpose: Uplifting, Moving, Insightful!

    Posted: 31 Aug 2011 09:15 PM PDT

    by Carrie Boyko, CEB

     If you're thinking this book is nonfiction that sets out to teach owners how we should "use" our dogs or that tired mantra that we must give them jobs, think again. This book is a novel in the truest sense—a fictional story that takes the reader on a journey through the many lives of one wonderful dog.

    I guess I never thought about a dog having multiple lives. Cats have always had the license for that reputation of 9 lives. Yet the dog in A Dog's Life, shares his innermost thoughts from his own perspective in a series of lives, each one leading to a culmination of the journey in which he learns his final destiny.

    The idea of reincarnation became more real world for me during a recent visit to Thailand, where most Buddhists, I learned, believe that what they do in this life, will largely determine the conditions of their next life. For Bailey, Buddy, and all the other lives of this pup, the experiences build on one another, each life's lessons adding to the knowledge base of the last, until one final lesson brings it all home for the dog that had many names and many jobs, yet continued to seek his purpose.

    As I've read and considered the experiences of each dog throughout this book, I find myself wondering if Tanner and Oliver have the same desire—to know what their purpose is in life. I believe when we are involved in a specific activity together—walking, playing fetch, practicing skills—they each understand exactly what the goal is. Yet purpose is such a different concept. I'll be watching and wondering for some time to come, waiting to see a glimmer of any purpose-seeking in their behaviors.

    I guess you could say A Dog's Life put a whole new spin on the way I look at my own dogs' inner lives—what they think and how they see themselves in our relationships. A Dog's Life will get YOU thinking, and for this I believe it is a terrific read. Wouldn't it be wonderful for the dogs of the world if all owners were actively considering their purpose as a dog owner?


    Is your tongue wagging to read this book? I can make it happen for 3 readers. Let's give Rafflecopter another shot. Let me know if you have any questions, comments or glitches. I'm still learning how to tweak this interesting tool, but so far so good. If it doesn't appear on your screen, simply click the title to bring it around. Here goes:













    Full disclosure: Three copies of A Dog's Purpose were provided as a giveaway by the publisher. No purchase is required to win. I have not been compensated to read the book, review it or offer this giveaway. I hope you enjoy the giveaway fun as much as the book!


    Scavenger Hounding: Play to Win Organix Pet Food

    Posted: 31 Aug 2011 09:01 PM PDT

    by Carrie Boyko, CEB
    © Carrie Boyko
    Dinner, Please?
    In case you haven't noticed, I'm out to introduce as many of you as possible to a great dog food--our dog food. Today we'll be testing out a Scavenger Hunt idea. Who know's what I'll come up with next time. Ideas? I'd love to hear yours.


    What can you win? I'll be giving away six coupons for FREE 5.25 lb. bags of the Organix pet food of your choice. They have a wide variety of options including the new grain-free food, so check out their formulas here. If you're wondering where to find a local supplier, you can find their store locator by clicking the logo at right.


    You'll have options for entering this contest below, but the first entry is the mandatory one. Beyond that, it's up to you whether you continue to increase your odds or simply stick with your Scavenger Hunt answer. The last two options, a comment or a photo with caption, are worth 2 entries.


    What are you hunting for? Tanner and Oliver love to enjoy my special frozen treats filled with Organix canned food along with dry kibble and a favorite organic vegetable. To get your mandatory entry, you must scour the posts on our healthy choices in eating listed in the links below. Here are the two questions you need to answer for an entry:
    1. What organic vegetable do Tanner and Oliver enjoy in a frozen treat made with Organix dog foods?
    2. Tell me the date that I posted a complete entry on how to make these delicious treats for your pup?
    When you have the answers to both of the entry questions, email them to me at AllThingsDogBlog@gmail.com. I'll reply to these emails daily, so you'll find out quickly whether your answer is correct or not. When you get my "Okay to Proceed" reply, you can check the "I've Done This" box and move on to extra entries if you wish. Once again, extra entries are not required to win. Following are the blog posts I suggest you scavenge for your answers.

  • Our Pet Food Pantry: A Little History

  • Your Dog's Food: Why is Organic Healthier?


  • Our Dogs' Food: The Big Decision

  • Dog Food D-Day: The Big Reveal


  • Surprise Dog Toys Awarded to Observant Winners

  • Organix Dog Food Giveaway: 12 Bags of Healthy Goodness

  • Busy Bones Go Organic with Organix

  • Organix Busy Bones a Big Hit

  • Small Dog Issues: Tear Stains Reduced with Organic Dog Food

  • Organix Crumb Cookies Get Kudos

  • Gradual Dog Food Changes for Calm Tummies



  • This contest will end Thursday, September 8th at midnight EST. Answers to the mandatory questions, however, must be submitted for approval no later than 3 PM EST that day. After I confirm your correct answer, you'll need to check the "I Did This" box before midnight for your entry to be registered. I'll make every effort to get all answers in soon after the 3 PM EST deadline.


    Winners will be chosen by Random.org and announced on Friday afternoon, September 9th. Be sure to check back to see if you're one of the lucky ones, as well as to visit our Fido's Freebie Friday event of pet giveaways. You'll be able to check out all sorts of fun contests and freebies.


    Want to learn more about Castor and Pollux's Organix and other products? Check out their Facebook page, follow them on Twitter, or visit their website for more answers. Good luck in the drawing.


    If you don't win, I encourage you to check out your options for local purchase through the logo above, or online purchases. If the Rafflecopter entry form does not appear here, simply click the title to refresh. Good luck to you all!









    Full disclosure: No purchase necessary to enter. These product coupons are being provided by All Things Dog Blog. I have not been compensated to offer this giveaway.


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