Okay so today we bring to you guys a review for a product that Mommy has recently bought for us to use or more or less her to try out. The product is
The Pet Rider
, seat cover for your car. Most of you have probably seen it on TV seeing how that is how we saw it ourselves. Recently Mom bought a new to her car, and wanted to cover the seats to protect against our hair, nails and slobber. So she went to Wal-Mart and purchased The Pet Rider it was $10 and claims to be waterproof, easy to install and fits all vehicles.
We will give it that it is fairly easy to install. That part of the ad did not lie, you open the box and unfold it then you clip it around the head rests in the backseat. That is fairly simple if you ask us, Mom got it installed in less then a minute. Now she got it installed but, it didn't fit our vehicle. It is to small for our Jeep Grand Cherokee's backseat. It has slots for you to pull your seat belts through and unfortunately because, it is to small you cannot fit the seat belts through the slots. So if you are one of those people who buckle up your pet, you might want to pass on this cover. Just like if you think "Hey I can just keep it setup at all times and people can just sit on the cover." You too can think again because, your passengers will not be able to buckle up and remember folks it is the law. So since the seat belt slots didn't work for our vehicle and the cover was to small Mom just centered it in the seat that way the seat is mostly covered. Meaning most of our hair ended up on the cover and not the seats but, due to it not fitting all vehicles some hair did sneak onto the new seats. Now it has a zipper to protect your center column and it's a nice thought but, the zipper is quite cheap and doesn't seem to want to work. That was okay with us because, we don't need it to go around our center column thankfully. So for those of you who want or need that feature, please avoid this seat cover because, you will be disappointed by that.
Now for the waterproof feature of the cover. They weren't lying about, this seat cover can withstand water. So if you have a dog that loves water and you just towel it dry after a swim and then load up to go home or wherever you will, have no fear about your seats getting wet. We were impressed with that because, I (Missy) love the water and let's face it sometimes you just want to be toweled off and taken home to sleep. It also helps protect your seats against muddy paws. Mind you it isn't perfect because, again it doesn't fit all vehicles so if it doesn't cover your backseat completely you will have some seat wetness and some muddy paws on the seat itself.
Now this cover says it is great for beds and couches. Now we tilted our heads at that and thought the color isn't desirable, it isn't very large so it won't cover most love seats and definitely won't cover any bed that we have slept on. Heck it probably won't even cover a twin bed. So we don't know why they mention that feature for the cover because, it is very lack luster and will leave you disappointed.
All in all for $10 the cover is worth it. You get what you pay for with it that is for sure. It doesn't fit all vehicles. If you don't have a compact car or mid-sized sedan it probably won't fit your backseat. It is waterproof so that is a plus and that alone kinda makes it worth it in the end.
Sunday, May 6, 2012
Tuesday, April 3, 2012
Top Ten "High Maintenance" Dogs
Okay so we stumbled upon this article and it peeked our curiousity so we checked it out and we agree to disagree with most of it. They must be thinking people don't excerise or that training is a headache.
The top ten high maintenance dogs in alphabetical order based on this article;
Austrailian Shepherd: Seriously?! Okay we get you have to train them or they get bored and can be destructive but, how hard is it to train your dog to sit, down, shake and roll over. It can't be that hard because, our humans have managed to do that and more with us and well I (Missy) am very stubborn and independent. We also get you have to brush the dog often and you could take it to the groomer a couple times a year but, that goes for most breeds out there including me. Exercise is a must for every breed of dog out there period folks!
Border Collie: What is it with these herding breeds? Yes they are high strung but, if you, yourself exercise and we mean actually run a mile or so at least once a day and can throw a ball a couple of times a day these dogs shouldn't be a problem. Work their bodies and their minds people and you will be good to go.
Brussels Griffon: Okay our human kinda agrees with this one only because, she works on one that is well called the devil dog. They are very clingy to one person and one person only so you as their human must socialize them early and train them. If you do that then you shouldn't have too many problems. Expose your dog to multiple situations, like grooming, training, other dogs, other animals in general and lots and lots of people. You should be okay then.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: Whoa that was a mouth full anyways. We know one personally yes they are underfoot but, aren't all small dogs? Grooming wise they aren't much of a hassle nor is it anymore difficult to train them over any other small dog. All small dogs are clingy. If you don't want a clingy dog then don't get a small dog. I mean Grandma's chihuahua is clingy and will dance for attention...we find that to be higher maintenance then the Cavalier.
Cocker Spaniel: Okay they are high maintenance no questions asked. They have health problems and have to be groomed constantly. So we will agree with this one 100% of the way.
German Shorthaired Pointer: We must be missing something or spoiled rotten because, again we were trained and get lots of exercise. Really that is all this breed needs. They are hunting dogs that are bred to point and retrieve. Play a couple of games with them and they should be good to go. Socialize and walk them often and you will have an amazing companion.
Jack Russell Terrier (Parson Russell Terrier): Okay these guys we live with. They aren't high maintenance at all, in our opinion. They bark and growl but, that's the terrier in them. Our Aunt doesn't even walk hers, which is sad in our opinion because, walks are a necessity in our opinion. They just run around the house and wear themselves out.
Poodle: Okay this one is right. Poodles need to be trained and need to be groomed and all sorts of fun stuff. You have to put effort into them in order to get what you want out of them. You have to brush them at home daily and then pay someone to groom them professionally so we can see how they are high maintenance.
Labrador Retriever: Okay folks we will go back to do not own a dog if you do not plan on playing with it, training it or exercising it. Any dog can be a Marley if you neglect to give them what they need in life which is some human interaction, exercise and some serious training.
Yorkshire Terrier: Okay you do have to groom these little guys a lot, even when they are shaved short their hair does grow back. Then again Mom's theory is if you can brush your own hair once a day then you should be able to brush your dog's hair once a day as well.
So there you guys have it, the amazing top ten list of high maintenance dogs. We don't think exercise and training should be considered high maintenance qualities because, all dogs needs that in order to be happy, well developed dogs in our opinion. What do we know we are just dogs after all.
If you want to read this article yourself please feel free. http://shine.yahoo.com/pets/10-most-high-maintenance-dog-breeds-152500792.html
The top ten high maintenance dogs in alphabetical order based on this article;
Austrailian Shepherd: Seriously?! Okay we get you have to train them or they get bored and can be destructive but, how hard is it to train your dog to sit, down, shake and roll over. It can't be that hard because, our humans have managed to do that and more with us and well I (Missy) am very stubborn and independent. We also get you have to brush the dog often and you could take it to the groomer a couple times a year but, that goes for most breeds out there including me. Exercise is a must for every breed of dog out there period folks!
Border Collie: What is it with these herding breeds? Yes they are high strung but, if you, yourself exercise and we mean actually run a mile or so at least once a day and can throw a ball a couple of times a day these dogs shouldn't be a problem. Work their bodies and their minds people and you will be good to go.
Brussels Griffon: Okay our human kinda agrees with this one only because, she works on one that is well called the devil dog. They are very clingy to one person and one person only so you as their human must socialize them early and train them. If you do that then you shouldn't have too many problems. Expose your dog to multiple situations, like grooming, training, other dogs, other animals in general and lots and lots of people. You should be okay then.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: Whoa that was a mouth full anyways. We know one personally yes they are underfoot but, aren't all small dogs? Grooming wise they aren't much of a hassle nor is it anymore difficult to train them over any other small dog. All small dogs are clingy. If you don't want a clingy dog then don't get a small dog. I mean Grandma's chihuahua is clingy and will dance for attention...we find that to be higher maintenance then the Cavalier.
Cocker Spaniel: Okay they are high maintenance no questions asked. They have health problems and have to be groomed constantly. So we will agree with this one 100% of the way.
German Shorthaired Pointer: We must be missing something or spoiled rotten because, again we were trained and get lots of exercise. Really that is all this breed needs. They are hunting dogs that are bred to point and retrieve. Play a couple of games with them and they should be good to go. Socialize and walk them often and you will have an amazing companion.
Jack Russell Terrier (Parson Russell Terrier): Okay these guys we live with. They aren't high maintenance at all, in our opinion. They bark and growl but, that's the terrier in them. Our Aunt doesn't even walk hers, which is sad in our opinion because, walks are a necessity in our opinion. They just run around the house and wear themselves out.
Poodle: Okay this one is right. Poodles need to be trained and need to be groomed and all sorts of fun stuff. You have to put effort into them in order to get what you want out of them. You have to brush them at home daily and then pay someone to groom them professionally so we can see how they are high maintenance.
Labrador Retriever: Okay folks we will go back to do not own a dog if you do not plan on playing with it, training it or exercising it. Any dog can be a Marley if you neglect to give them what they need in life which is some human interaction, exercise and some serious training.
Yorkshire Terrier: Okay you do have to groom these little guys a lot, even when they are shaved short their hair does grow back. Then again Mom's theory is if you can brush your own hair once a day then you should be able to brush your dog's hair once a day as well.
So there you guys have it, the amazing top ten list of high maintenance dogs. We don't think exercise and training should be considered high maintenance qualities because, all dogs needs that in order to be happy, well developed dogs in our opinion. What do we know we are just dogs after all.
If you want to read this article yourself please feel free. http://shine.yahoo.com/pets/10-most-high-maintenance-dog-breeds-152500792.html
Friday, March 30, 2012
Dogs = More Cash
Okay so we were browsing the internet and found an interesting article about how us dogs save the humans money. Here the humans are worrying about money like crazy and yet they aren't even realizing that us dogs are actually doing them a favor and saving them money.
Yes it costs money to own a dog. Everyone should know that by now, I mean we need food, vet bills, toys and treats. Think of us dogs as an investment you have to put money into us in order to make money with us. Now that we explained that to all of you humans out there, let me tell you that since we save you money you should be kind enough to invest some of that back into us. Seriously how hard is it to buy a couple extra treats here or there? It's not hard so please feel free to splurge a little more. Then again in our Mom's case she splurges a lot so I guess we can't complain. I mean I, Missy do have a new collar being made so I can't complain and Monty gets new sweaters and jackets all the time. Granted he doesn't always appreciate them but, still it's the thought that counts. Plus we always get new treats. Just a couple of days ago Mom bought us some dog friendly white chocolate dipped milkbones and they are to die for but, that isn't the point.
The article also stated that us dogs will prolong you humans lives. Which is a good thing if you ask us, I mean the longer you live the happier you are right? Us dogs can also keep you humans in shape if you actually follow through with that walking routine you keep promising us. (That's right Mom we are talking to you. More walks = less weight so chop chop.) We aren't saying we are miracle workers but, we are making baby steps to save you humans in the long run. I guess what it comes down it is this: Quit playing the Mega Million Lottery and start walking and petting us more. That dollar you spent for a ticket could have been saved if you would have walked us and played catch me if you can more often.
If you would like to read more about the article please feel free jump right in head first. http://shine.yahoo.com/pets/4-ways-owning-dog-actually-save-money-132000026.html
P.S. We heard there are benefits to owning cats too but, just not as many.
Yes it costs money to own a dog. Everyone should know that by now, I mean we need food, vet bills, toys and treats. Think of us dogs as an investment you have to put money into us in order to make money with us. Now that we explained that to all of you humans out there, let me tell you that since we save you money you should be kind enough to invest some of that back into us. Seriously how hard is it to buy a couple extra treats here or there? It's not hard so please feel free to splurge a little more. Then again in our Mom's case she splurges a lot so I guess we can't complain. I mean I, Missy do have a new collar being made so I can't complain and Monty gets new sweaters and jackets all the time. Granted he doesn't always appreciate them but, still it's the thought that counts. Plus we always get new treats. Just a couple of days ago Mom bought us some dog friendly white chocolate dipped milkbones and they are to die for but, that isn't the point.
The article also stated that us dogs will prolong you humans lives. Which is a good thing if you ask us, I mean the longer you live the happier you are right? Us dogs can also keep you humans in shape if you actually follow through with that walking routine you keep promising us. (That's right Mom we are talking to you. More walks = less weight so chop chop.) We aren't saying we are miracle workers but, we are making baby steps to save you humans in the long run. I guess what it comes down it is this: Quit playing the Mega Million Lottery and start walking and petting us more. That dollar you spent for a ticket could have been saved if you would have walked us and played catch me if you can more often.
If you would like to read more about the article please feel free jump right in head first. http://shine.yahoo.com/pets/4-ways-owning-dog-actually-save-money-132000026.html
P.S. We heard there are benefits to owning cats too but, just not as many.
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Top Dogs
Okay so Yahoo decided to do some research and tell the world the top dogs across the state. The fact that they can do that is pretty cool. The results aren't that shocking in our opinion because, well let's face AKC pretty much can give you a list of the most popular dogs for like the past ten years. Spoiler Alert!! Labrador Retrievers are number one most of the time! I know it shocked us too, no offense to you loving labs out there but, seriously you can share the lime light every once in awhile. Seriously labs 42 states is a little much.
It should be no shock to anyone that Alaska's number one dogs were the Alaskan Malmutes/Siberian Huskies. Alaskan Malmutes are a duh, Alaska is in their name and all. We were saddened to hear that our other Northern Breeds weren't high up on their list. Sorry to all the Samoyeds, Great Pyrenees, Saint Bernards and Newfoundlands out there, maybe next year you guys will get your chance to shine. That is if the labs are willing to share the lime light for once. We're watching you labs all of you.
It shouldn't come as a surprise that other popular breeds made the list: German Shepherds, Border Collies, Bulldogs, Golden Retrievers American Pit Bulls and Chihuahuas. All of the dogs have had a famous dog in the acting business as a lead character which of course makes them more important in the humans eyes. I mean Rin Tin Tin, Marley, Shadow and Chance. Oh and let's not forget Air Bud and all his little "buddies" seriously there are that many movies now. We are glad to see the American Pit Bulls on the list because, let's face it they get a bad rap when they don't deserve it. We love Pit Bulls here, they are our best friends.
Breeds that we are kinda shocked that we didn't see mentioned are: Parson Jack Russel Terriers, Carin Terriers, Maltese, Shih Tzus and Poodles. They are dogs that have made it big on the big screen and people know them. Yet they aren't on listed or at least not with a name drop.
We weren't surprised to see the hybrid/crosses like the Goldendoodle and Labradoodle. They are becoming family favorites and well known.
Maybe next time the Chinese Shar Pei, Great Pyrenees and other I guess we will call them rarer breeds will make the list making them less rare and a family favorite.
If you would like the read the article please feel free: http://shine.yahoo.com/pets/top-dogs-across-america-10-most-popular-breeds-133600961.html
Monday, March 26, 2012
Dream Theory
Okay so there is an article about how dreams have beneficial effects on us pets. Now we're not saying they are wrong but, we disagree about the good doctor's theory of us re-living our day in our dreams.
Now you guys are probably wondering first of all how and why we can disagree with this. Let us explain it to you. I (Monty) dream a lot and in my dreams I bark a lot and I don't bark when I am awake so it isn't possible for me to be re-living my day in my dreams. Furthermore I sleep most of the day so I don't think I am dreaming of sleeping but, that would be kinda cool. Not as cool as dreaming while I dream but, that movie has already been done. BOL!
Also after an awesome day like today I would like to re-live it in my dreams. We will have to wait and see. M&M signing out and heading back to dream land.
If you would like to read about the article, please feel free: http://www.allpetnews.com/dreaming-has-beneficial-effects-on-pets
Now you guys are probably wondering first of all how and why we can disagree with this. Let us explain it to you. I (Monty) dream a lot and in my dreams I bark a lot and I don't bark when I am awake so it isn't possible for me to be re-living my day in my dreams. Furthermore I sleep most of the day so I don't think I am dreaming of sleeping but, that would be kinda cool. Not as cool as dreaming while I dream but, that movie has already been done. BOL!
Also after an awesome day like today I would like to re-live it in my dreams. We will have to wait and see. M&M signing out and heading back to dream land.
If you would like to read about the article, please feel free: http://www.allpetnews.com/dreaming-has-beneficial-effects-on-pets
Saturday, March 24, 2012
Richest Pets in the World
Okay so seriously, we feel rich because, our parents love us dearly and spoil us rotten. These pets however are actually rich thanks to their parents being rich and leaving all their money to their pets when they die. When our parents die we get their money too but, it isn't anything like these guys are getting or have in some of their cases.
What we want to know is who is in charge of their funds? How do their owners know the person they are leaving in charge of their pets fiances is actually looking out for the pets best interest? We love humans and all but, reality is not all humans are kind and giving some are quite selfish. I hope they screened the people they left in charge of their pet and their pets fiances.
You can read about the richest pets in the world here:http://finance.yahoo.com/news/who-are-the-richest-pets-in-the-world--.html
What we want to know is who is in charge of their funds? How do their owners know the person they are leaving in charge of their pets fiances is actually looking out for the pets best interest? We love humans and all but, reality is not all humans are kind and giving some are quite selfish. I hope they screened the people they left in charge of their pet and their pets fiances.
You can read about the richest pets in the world here:http://finance.yahoo.com/news/who-are-the-richest-pets-in-the-world--.html
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