Too cold to go outside ways to exercise your dog

So if your like me and live in a cold deary winter state right now you are probably having trouble exercising your dog. Ice and snow along with the cold can really impact the amount of exercise your dog is getting each day. I know how important it is to exercise our dogs not just for their physical health , but also mentally.
These activities not only give some physical exercise , but also stimulates the dog brain and keep it active. 
Hide and Seek: This is such a great way to spend time with your dog and can be played with or without treats. First you have your dog sit and stay and then you go and hide then call the dog to come find your at first. Once your dog understand the game you can make it more difficult by having more people play. Also finding trickier spots to hide can increase the difficulty. 
This game is great with a toy too. All you do is grab your dog's favorite toy get them very excited about it and then hide it. Have your dog sit and stay and then call him/her to find the toy.  Start off simple and even let part of the toy peek though. . Once your dog understand the game better hiding options are limitless. 
The treat/ food option for this game includes using food toys  like KONG toys instead of dog bowls during mealtimes. You can hide these toys or even treats throughout the house and let your dog loose to find them. This allows for slower feeding time and more activity instead of quick munching. 

K&H Manufacturing Classy Lounger Large 71% off amazon.com

Head over to amazon for a great deal on a large dog bed. K&H Manufacturing Classy Lounger is 71% off.  It is priced at $35.05 regular price is $119.99. 
This bed is very durable. Color is tan/chocolate and also grey/ blue and looks very nice. It measures 28 by 32 inches so more for a medium sized pooch. 

Several sizes of Thumbprintz Fleece dog beds 70-80% off Amazon.com

Thumbprintz Fleece pet beds are custom made water resistant pet beds. Along with the pillow style bed the polyester cover is completely removable and changeable if desired. These beds sell between $52.00 for toy and small breeds to $131.00 for large breed dogs.  Hurry because right now Amazon has them 70-80% off. 

Here are the sizes and styles

Size 50 x 40

ThumbprintzFleece Top Large Breed Pet Bed, Aurora Silhouette 1-Branches, Purple

Size 50 x 40 $38.60 regularly $131.00 71% off

ThumbprintzIndoor/Outdoor Large Breed Pet Bed, Eclectic Mix Boho, Multi Colored

$39.72 regularly $ 134.20 70% off

 Thumbprintz Indoor/OutdoorLarge Breed Pet Bed, Paris Tourist Destinations, Black

$37. 59 normally $134.20 72%off Some as law as $23-$25 Tons more colors and styles just search by the brand Thumbprintz Size 28 x 18 inches for toy and small dogs Thumbprntz fleece top toy and small breed pet bed $14.97 71% off normally $52.50 many styles to choose from as much as 80% off.

70% off Precision Pet SnooZZy Sleeper Mat, Black 43x28 crate size

Amazon has a Precision Pet SnooZZy Sleeper Mat size 43 in x 28 in 70% off $ 19.75 normally $66.68.  This bed had good reviews. Along with the stylish black color it has a non skid bottom and can be rolled for traveling needs. Cleaning this bed is easy just toss it in the washer. This bed would fit crate size of 43 inch by 28 inch crate.  So make sure you always measure before buying. Also this is sold by amazon.com and can be shipped free if you spend $3500 or $25.00 for Prime members.

PetSafe Busy Buddy Teeter Treater Chew Toy 79% off

Amazon has a great deal on Busy Buddy Teeter Treater toy. This Teeter treat toy is ideal for engaging your dog and keeping them busy during treat and even meal time. Amazon has the small version on sale for 79% off  $3.09 regularly $14.99. Ideal for dogs 20lbs or under. 

Busy Buddy Teeter Treater toy is treat toy with a weighted base that the dog  bats with it's paws or nose. This toy is great for mental stimulation on cold days. It also can slow down a quick eater. 

Petco.com FREE shipping Friday all orders Today only

Petco.com is having a Free Shipping Friday. Any order no minimum purchase required. 
All you do is enter promo code shipfree at checkout. 

Petsmart.com $.99 Cent Shipping Until 1/25/14 No minimum Purchase .com

Petsmart.com is having a great deal on shipping. Today until 1/25/14 it only cost .99 cents to ship any item or items and there is no minimum purchase required. It however excludes canned, dry, frozen dog and cart food, bird food and cat litter. 
Also if you spend $60.00 you get $10.00 off. Purchase $75.00 before tax and get a $15.00 discount valid until 1/25/14.



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Canine Greenies Pill Pockets Hickory Smoke Capsule 3.2 oz $2.60 70% off Amazon.com Subscribe and Save Deal

For those who struggle to get their pooch to take medicine in pill form this product may help. Canine Greenies Pill Pockets Hickory Smoke Capsule are little pockets that can hide your dogs pills and make it much easier for your dog to take medicine. Your dog will go nuts for these as the flavor in the pill pocket can mask the medicine flavor of the pill. It is also a healthier option instead of using people food. 



Right now you can purchase a bag 3.2 oz Hickory Smoke flavor for $2.60 normal price is $8.99. That's over 70% off. Even better it is a subscribe and save item so you don't need to purchase any other items. Subscribe and save is a program that you can subscribe for a product and save between 5%-15% depending and how much you purchase. After the initial purchase you can continue to receive the products as the auto renew continues every month or months if you choose too. However you can cancel anytime by clicking cancel subscription on your my account amazon page under subscribe and save. The only trick is to make sure you receive your item before you cancel the subscription. I have done this multiple times and never had a problem canceling the auto renew. When I order subscribe and save items I try to make the auto renew every three or four months just in case I forget to cancel the order. 

Zuke's Mini Naturals Mini Healthy Moist Training Treats 60% off

Every dog owner loves buying a little something extra for the furry family members. Head over to Amazon,com where Zuke's Mini Naturals Healthy Moist Training Treats  are on sale. Flavors include peanut butter and wild rabbit flavor. The 6 oz peanut butter flavor $2.74 regularly  $6.99 and  Wild Rabbit flavor $2.33 67%off also shipping is free with a $35.00 order or $25.00 as a Prime Member. 

Zuke's mini treats are wholesome and perfect for training or snack time. They are manufactured in USA. These treats contain no wheat, corn or soy. I haven't tried these yet, but the reviews are very positive. 

Kong Rubber Toys up to 60% off Amazon.com

Amazon has several Kong Rubber dog toys up to 60% off. All sizes are available. Note that the small and medium sizes are add on items. Add on items means you need to purchase $35.00 or $25.00 and then the item can be added to your order. 

Kong Dental Stick
This stick can be filled with peanut butter or any Kong spread for your dog to enjoy. It is Kong durable red rubber toy. Sizes are small medium or large.  Right now Amazon.com has them 40-55% off.  Large $5.59, Medium $4.79, small $3.19. Note that both small and medium sizes are add on items. The large stick ships free with prime or non prime members ships free with a $35.00 order.



Kong Biscuit Ball 
This ball has biscuit shaped holes for treats to fall out of when the dog plays with the toy. It keep dogs busy instead of wolfing down biscuits in seconds. Only two sizes are available small and large. Made from classic Kong red rubber. It is on sale at amazon.com up to 60% off. For large dogs this ball is regularly $19.99 on sale for $7.90 for 60% off.  Smaller dogs $5.59 regularly $12.49 making it 55% off. Also both sizes ship free when you spend $35.00 or $25.00 as a prime member.

Kong Stuff A Ball Review

The Kong brand Stuff a Ball is a tough durable odd shaped ball with a hole in the center. It comes in many sizes small-X large. It works very well for treats and small kibble. Your dog can paw the ball or push it with their nose. It is a great toy to keep dogs busy. It is a fantastic way to feed and slows down eating.

Sophie says...

I just love eating treats especially out of this ball. I get so excited when mom puts treats or my food in it. It is one of my favorite dinner time toys. I eat much slower using this ball. It keeps me busy when mom is cooking.  I am very tough on my toys, but this one is very strong.  Please watch me in action on YouTube
http://youtu.be/oubOyNlbrl8

Petstages Orka Mini Flyer Review

Today first toy review is one of Sophie's favorites. It was one of the first toys I bought for her and it lasted years. So lets dive in:
TOY: Petstages Orka Mini Flyer

It is a tough little flyer. It is made of rubber slightly flexible. The blue color is pretty easy to see on grass. 
Now lets see what Sophie thinks of it...
Woof Woof oh boy one of my favorites. I just love this thing. Mom throws it far for me to fetch. It rolls and flies fast. My favorite part of this toy is putting in my mouth and showing my mom my smiley face. It is so tough it took me two years to get another one. Mom seems to love that. 
Sophie

Smiley Face

About Sophie's Choice

Sophie's choice is dedicated to finding the best dog toys and products. Who is Sophie you may ask. She is my second furry friend and has all the energy of  a puppy at 4 years old. Sophie is a springer spaniel and loves to find new way to entertain herself and me. There are two things doggy parents love buying things for there dogs and not wasting money on products that won't last. This blog is for those who want to discover products to keep our furry friends entertained, engaged and pooped out while saving some green.