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Would You Taste Test Pet Food?

PetSugar — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 10:30:00 -0800

Even though I once accidentally ate one of North's P-Nuttiers, I can't imagine nibbling some kibble or spooning up some stinky wet food. That's not the case with this gentleman, though. Simon Allison is a senior food technologist at British retailer Marks & Spencer . . . and that fancy title means he has the lucky(?) job of taste testing pet food to carry in their stores. "I’m looking for a patè texture, almost to the point where you could spread it on crusty bread," Allison says, and counts amongst his favorites, the organic luxury chicken dinner with vegetables for cats. "It has the taste and aroma of chicken and some of what you call the red flavors - things like heart and liver; gutsy, savory notes." Ummm, yuck?! Granted, I don't even care for the consistency or contents of real patè, so I'm counting myself out but would you willingly (and knowingly) sample your pet's yums?

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Super Tuesday's Super Snacks!

PetSugar — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 08:00:43 -0800

Liberty and Citizen have been all abuzz about this big day! They're so psyched, they've even come up with their own name for today's primaries – Super-Duper Tsunami-rageous Tuesday Extravaganza-palooza. Whoa!

So, in honor of the important political activities, I wanted to let North get in on the action and show his support with biscuits by Capital Dog Bakery. Treat your own "demodog" and "republipooch" with organic donkeys and elephants – just between us, both cutouts are peanut butter and honey-flavored, guaranteeing your pup will love you (and them) no matter what party your family supports! Best yet though, they can cast their votes every time they nibble!

Whose Dish Do These Treats Belong On - Yours or the Dog's?

PetSugar — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 09:00:00 -0800

Mmm, many of these snacks look so tempting, my nose is practically pressed up against the screen. It's been a while since we've played the treat-time guessing game, so check out this supersize challenge. Put on your chef-style thinking cap if you're up to it. Thank goodness, we're only picking the picture . . . and not taste-testing it! Get started here!

Whose Dish Do These Treats Belong On - Yours or the Dog's?

PetSugar — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 04:00:40 -0800

Guess Whose Sweet Summery Snack?

PetSugar — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 13:00:24 -0700

The seasonal snack fun continues with our latest installment of Guess Whose Summery Snack? From fruit to ice cream cones, can you correctly pick out which cute cookies for people . . . and which are meant for pups? Bone appétit.

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Guess Whose Summery Snack?

PetSugar — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 09:30:38 -0700

As if the fruity shapes and seasonal garb weren't tricky enough, how about cookies that look like sea creatures?! I've gathered a whole ocean of snacks for our latest challenge . . . can you tell those for you from those for your pets? Bone appétit.

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Guess Whose Summery Snack?

PetSugar — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 00:30:31 -0700

With quite a lapse since our last pet food or people food challenge, I decided to challenge you with treats that show me it's time for Summer. From bathing suits to palm trees, get in the summery spirit with this quiz. Be happy you're just choosing for fun . . . and not for a beach bag bring along snack! Bone appétit.

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Do Tell: What's on the Menu For Your Pets This Thanksgiving?

PetSugar — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 04:00:49 -0800

Introducing large quantities of rich "people food" into a pet's diet on Thanksgiving is bad for their tummies! In fact, some typical holiday fare should never be fed to pets. One sure way to be certain no one slips up is to place the appropriate portion of your furry friend's normal snacks in a convenient location. Point out the healthy treats to your guests and encourage them to pamper your pals with extra petting or playtime . . . not to feed the snacks all at once.

Dog-Approved Snacks:

Small piece of white-meat turkey
A few cooked, unseasoned carrots or green beans
Spoonful of canned pumpkin (not pie filling)
Sweet Potato Dog Chips
Small apple or banana slice

What's on your pet's menu for next week?

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Whose Dish Do These Treats Belong On - Yours or the Dog's?

PetSugar — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 08:00:05 -0700

Mmm, many of these snacks look so tempting, my nose is practically pressed up against the screen. It's been a while since we've played the treat-time guessing game, so check out this super-sized challenge. Put on your chef-style thinking cap if you're up to it. Thank goodness, we're only picking the picture . . . and not taste-testing it! Get started here!

Whose Dish Do These Treats Belong On - Yours Or the Dog's?

PetSugar — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 21:15:16 -0700

Mmm, many of these snacks look so tempting, my nose is practically pressed up against the screen. It's been a while since we've played the treat-time guessing game, so check out this super-sized challenge. Put on your chef-style thinking cap if you're up to it. Thank goodness, we're only picking the picture . . . and not taste-testing it! Get started here!