TREAT TIME: THE BEST TIME!

Hi, friends! It’s me, Barlow—your favorite rescued pitbull with a big heart and an even bigger appetite! 🐶💖 Today, we’re talking about the best healthy treats for us doggos. Because as much as I’d love to eat ALL the human snacks (hello, pizza crust!), some foods are way better for me than others. So, let’s wag our tails and dive into the tastiest, healthiest treats for dogs! 🦴✨ 1. Fruits & Veggies (Nature’s Treats!) 🍎🥕🥦 Believe it or not, some of the best snacks come straight from the fridge! Here are my top picks: ✅ Apples (no seeds!) – Crunchy, sweet, and great for my teeth! ✅ Carrots – Like a chew toy, but edible! ✅ Blueberries – Little bursts of yum + antioxidants! ✅ Bananas – Sweet, soft, and full of energy! ✅ Pumpkin – Helps my tummy feel good (especially if I have an upset stomach). ✅ Green Beans – Crunchy AND low-calorie? Yes, please! 🚫 NO grapes, raisins, onions, garlic, or avocados – they’re bad for doggies! 🐾 Barlow’s Tip: Freeze blueberries or apple slices for an extra refreshing treat on hot days! 2. Protein-Packed Snacks 🍗🐟🥚 Us pups need protein to keep our tails wagging strong! Here are some great high-protein treats: ✅ Cooked chicken or turkey (plain, no seasoning!) ✅ Salmon (good for my coat, but no bones!) ✅ Scrambled eggs (perfect breakfast for a fancy pup like me!) ✅ Plain Greek yogurt (a little bit keeps my tummy happy!) 🐾 Barlow’s Tip: Avoid seasoning—salt, garlic, and onions aren’t safe for dogs! 3. Peanut Butter – But Make It Healthy! 🥜🐶 Peanut butter is a classic dog treat , but make sure it’s: ✔️ Unsalted ✔️ Xylitol-free (Xylitol is toxic to dogs!) ✔️ Given in moderation (too much = chonky pup!) 🐾 Barlow’s Tip: Put peanut butter in a Kong toy and freeze it for a fun, long-lasting snack! 4. DIY Homemade Dog Treats! 🍪🐾 Feeling fancy? Try making homemade dog treats! Here’s a super easy recipe: 🍠 Sweet Potato Chews 🥔 1 sweet potato 👩‍🍳 Slice into thin rounds 🔥 Bake at 250°F for 2 hours ⏳ Let cool & serve! 🐾 Barlow’s Review: 10/10 tail wags—chewy, sweet, and delicious! 5. Store-Bought, but Still Healthy! 🛒 Not all store-bought treats are bad! Look for: ✔️ Single-ingredient treats (like freeze-dried meat!) ✔️ No artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives ✔️ Limited ingredients (the fewer, the better!) 🐾 Barlow’s Favorite Store-Bought Treats: 🐾 Freeze-dried chicken 🐾 Pumpkin & peanut butter biscuits 🐾 Dental chews (good for my breath—because kisses should be fresh!) Treats Are Great, But… Moderation is Key! 🐶🚫 Even healthy treats should only make up 10% of my daily food —the rest should be my balanced doggy diet. Otherwise, I might get a little… chunky (which means fewer zoomies!). 🐾 Barlow’s Rule: If I do a trick, I get a treat. Fair deal, right? 😆 Final Woofs & Wags 🐾 Treats = love. But healthy treats = love AND a long, happy life! So next time you wanna spoil your pup, try one of these tasty, dog-approved snacks. Your furry friend (and their belly) will thank you! Until next time, stay pawsome and snack responsibly! Woofs & happy munching, Barlow 🐶💕

Hi, friends! It’s me, Barlow—the snuggly, snack-loving, tail-wagging pitbull! 🐶 But today, we need to talk about something serious—what to do if a dog gets lost. Losing a pup is a scary thing, and trust me, us doggos don’t like being away from our humans either! But don’t panic—here’s how you can bring a lost dog home safely. 1. Start Searching Right Away! 🚨 Time is super important! As soon as you realize your pup is missing, start looking! Call their name, bring their favorite squeaky toy, and listen for barking or rustling nearby. If they’re just a few houses away, they might hear you and come running! 🐾 Barlow’s Tip: Shake a treat bag or their food bowl—hungry dogs can’t resist snack time! 2. Check Nearby Spots They Love 🏡 Dogs usually don’t go too far at first. Check favorite places like: ✔️ The neighbor’s yard (especially if they have a friendly dog!) ✔️ Local parks or trails ✔️ Nearby water sources (some dogs love puddles more than belly rubs!) ✔️ Hiding spots (under porches, behind sheds, in bushes) 🐾 Barlow’s Tip: If your dog loves car rides, check your driveway—some pups hang around waiting for a ride! 3. Use Social Media & Lost Pet Apps 📱 Humans have magic rectangles (aka phones), so use them! Post on local Facebook groups, Nextdoor, and PawBoost with a clear picture and details like: 🐶 Name & breed 📍 Where they were last seen 🎽 If they’re wearing a collar/tags 🐾 Barlow’s Tip: Don’t forget to check your messages! Lots of good humans help lost dogs, but you have to respond fast! 4. Call Shelters, Vets & Animal Control 📞 If someone finds a lost pup, they might take them to a shelter, vet, or animal control. Call local places and leave a description! If your pup is microchipped (good job, human!), vets can scan them and call you right away. 🐾 Barlow’s Tip: If your dog is microchipped, make sure your contact info is up to date BEFORE they get lost! 5. Make "Lost Dog" Posters 📢 Yes, like in old-school detective movies! Make BIG, BRIGHT posters with a clear photo, description, and your contact info. Put them: ✔️ At intersections ✔️ Near schools, stores, and coffee shops ✔️ In mailboxes (some neighbors might spot your pup!) 🐾 Barlow’s Tip: Don’t list every detail! Sadly, some bad humans pretend to "find" dogs for money. Just say "Reward Available" and ask them to describe your pup to prove they really found them. 6. Leave Out Smelly Things! 👃 Dogs have super sniffers! Put out their bed, blanket, favorite toy, or even an unwashed shirt (yes, the one you’ve been wearing all day). The familiar smell might bring them home! 🐾 Barlow’s Tip: Some lost pups wander back late at night—check outside before bed! 7. Never Give Up! 💜 Most lost dogs get found within 24-48 hours! But if your pup is still missing, keep checking shelters, social media, and posters. Dogs are smart (especially us pitties 😉), and they’ll try their best to find their way home! 🐾 Barlow’s Final Tip: Always keep updated tags, a microchip, and recent photos of your dog—just in case! Losing a dog is scary, but with quick action, kind humans, and a little luck, most lost pups find their way home. 🐾💕 Stay safe out there, friends! And remember— always double-check the gate before zoomie time. Woofs and wags, Barlow 🐶

Hi, friends! It’s me, Barlow—the happiest, wiggliest, most loved-up pup on the block! 🐶✨ I wasn’t always this spoiled (but don’t worry, I make up for lost time now). My story started in a noisy place with a lot of sad barks, metal fences, and humans who looked at me with kind but tired eyes. They called it a "shelter," but to me, it was just a waiting room for something better. And then, it happened. My humans walked in. I remember the smell of them first (because, duh, I’m a dog). They smelled like adventure, kindness, and a little bit like treats. My tail started wagging before I even saw their faces. And when I did? LOVE AT FIRST SNIFF. 💕 I tried to play it cool, but let’s be real—I wiggled so hard my whole body became a noodle. They knelt down, and I knew. These were my people. My forever family. The ones who would tuck me in at night, take me on car rides, and give me belly rubs until I snored like a tiny piglet. That day, I left the shelter with a new name, a new collar, and a heart bursting with happiness. Now, my days are filled with zoomies, snuggles, and stealing snacks when no one's looking (oops). I know some pups are still waiting for their humans, and I want them to know— they’re out there. Just like mine were out there for me. 💜 Until next time, friends! Stay pawsome and remember—rescued dogs love the hardest. 🐾💕 Woofs and wags, Barlow 🐶