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Wednesday, December 30, 2015

Friday, December 25, 2015

Wednesday, December 23, 2015

Saturday, December 19, 2015

Thursday, December 17, 2015

Thoughtless Thursday #100: Angry on Instagram


Any spoilers from Star Wars showing up there, too?? Maybe Ruckus will take a break today!


Wednesday, December 16, 2015

Great Nutrition for a Great Price #NaturesRecipe

This post is sponsored by Nature’s Recipe and the BlogPaws Professional Pet Blogger Network. I am being compensated for helping spread the word about Nature’s Recipe available at PetSmart but ruckustheeskie.com only shares information we feel is relevant to our readers. Nature’s Recipe and PetSmart are not responsible for the content of this article.

A few weeks ago, we took Ruckus on a trip to PetSmart to shop for some tasty new treats. We went looking for a budget-conscious, yet still healthy pet food because we're always trying to make sure he eats his best. After being surrounded by so many choices, we were able to pick up and try products from Nature's Recipe®, who are trying top help parents go natural on a budget.

Saturday, December 12, 2015

Sepia Saturday #103: Sporting some Vibrams for the wet weather


Will be leaving some foot prints instead of paw prints this wet season!

Thursday, December 10, 2015

Thoughtless Thursday #99: Lasso?


The ultimate #tongueouttuesday. I'm as puzzled as you are on how he did that to himself!


Saturday, December 5, 2015

Thursday, November 26, 2015

Thoughtless Thursday #97: Crabbing Action thanks @BarkBox @PetPlaySF


I'd say crab is a nice alternative to turkey, but what with the neuro-toxin plaguing the Northern California crabs...maybe we'll just leave 'em to Ruckus. Have a Happy Thanksgiving, everyone!

Tuesday, November 24, 2015

Shopping at PetSmart for some treats #NaturesRecipe

This post is sponsored by Nature’s Recipe and the BlogPaws Professional Pet Blogger Network. I am being compensated for helping spread the word about Nature’s Recipe available at PetSmart but ruckustheeskie.com only shares information we feel is relevant to our readers. Nature’s Recipe and PetSmart are not responsible for the content of this article.


Ruckus pointed out to this salmon snack as a must-try
Ruckus the Eskie recently partnered up with Nature's Recipe® in a campaign to drive awareness to their products as a step up in pet food nutrition without a steep step up in the costs and availability. Simple small changes in nutrition can make a huge difference in a dog's health. We wanted to reach out to Pet Parents to bring awareness and guidance to affordable options available out in the market. In fact, we made a trip to visit our local pet food store, PetSmart!


Saturday, November 21, 2015

Thursday, November 19, 2015

Saturday, November 14, 2015

Sepia Saturday #99: Freshly Groomed


Lookin' good after cutting a nice little trim and shampoo.

Friday, November 13, 2015

Fueling Up for Indoor and Outdoor Parks #AvoDermNatural

This post is sponsored by Avoderm and the BlogPaws Professional Pet Blogger Network. I am being compensated for helping spread the word about Avoderm Revolving Menu but ruckustheeskie.com only shares information we feel is relevant to our readers. Avoderm is not responsible for the content of this article.

It's been a few more weeks since we started trying Avoderm®, and Ruckus is looking good and acclimated to this brand new food. Look how happy he for an after meal stroll in the park:


Ruckus is definitely an energetic dog and love his walks, even as the fall, and El Nino approaches. It's okay since California really needs the rain right now. Although, if you've ever had an American Eskimo during the rainy season, you'll definitely know it's not a walk in the park! Even when he goes into the backyard to relieve himself, he gets into a lot of trouble playing with the neighbor's dog beyond the fence. Cleaning those paws, with the long white fur that grows between them, with our carpet being as white as our pup...is definitely no fun!

That's why it's great to have the AvoDerm Revolving menu to help him calm down and eat in a set area away from our carpet. To recap, the menu provides the following:
  • Help minimize the risk of food sensitivities by varying proteins
  • Switch proteins with stomach/digestive upset (duck today, lamb tomorrow!)
  • Grain Free, Gluten Free
  • A limited ingredient list to help further minimize sensitivities
  • No white potatoes or fillers
  • Available in smaller sized kibble for little dogs as well!
It seems to be avocado season here in California as well. We've gotten quite a bunch from the local grocery at really good prices. So, avocado dog food for Ruckus, and avocado for us! Avocados are a nutrient rich superfood that helps both humans and pets absorb the nutrients they need. They're rich in healthy fats and omega-3 and -6 fatty acids.

To avoid the wetness for Ruckus, we've also discovered there are indoor dog parks! You get all the benefits of the exercise, with none of the dirt clump fuss!


Here is Ruckus relaxing on a triangle platform...well...he should be running up and down it, but it was his first time, so he sauntered across it, I would say. Yet, he definitely didn't mind being at the top of the triangle, getting a good view of the other dogs!




Avoderm Natural is made in the USA specifically in California and created using California Avocados and high quality proteins.  You can purchase online through this website: Avoderm.

Feel free to also follow AvoDerm on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/avodermnatural


Thursday, November 12, 2015

Thoughtless Thursday #95: Dog Toy Graveyard!


Which one of you ZippyPaws​ is ready to go to the #dogtoygraveyard ?


Wednesday, November 11, 2015

In Pursuit of Delicious Treats #NaturalBalance

This post is sponsored by Natural Balance, and the BlogPaws Professional Pet Blogger Network. I am being compensated for helping spread the word the word about Natural Balance Wild Pursuit or Natural Balance Treats, but ruckustheeskie only shares information we feel is relevant to our readers. Natural Balance is not responsible for the content of this article. 


When Ruckus is hungry, he goes straight to the source. What you see up there are two nice little chickens, ripe for the picking! Just kidding! No chickens were harmed in this taking of this photo. I don't think the chickens even cared that Ruckus was there.


Saturday, November 7, 2015

Saturday, October 31, 2015

Thursday, October 29, 2015

Monday, October 26, 2015

Nutritious foods for your pup #NaturalBalance

This post is sponsored by Natural Balance, and the BlogPaws Professional Pet Blogger Network. I am being compensated for helping spread the word the word about Natural Balance Wild Pursuit or Natural Balance Treats, but ruckustheeskie.com only shares information we feel is relevant to our readers. Natural Balance is not responsible for the content of this article.



When your dog is out on a trail, his natural instincts kick in millions of years of evolution bring him to one moment...SQUIRREL! That intense feeling of the thrill of the hunt, drives your dog wild and brings out his primal cravings. After you calm him down, then I'm sure his mind is back to the meal you'll feed him when you get back home. Well...there's not squirrel here. Just a friendly chihuahua.


Saturday, October 24, 2015

Sepia Saturday #96: Blu-rays, Popcorn, and (Netflix and*) Chill?



Seems like a good plan for the weekend!

*Netflix not pictured, but we'll definitely be watching (and chilling!).