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Putting pet car safety first: TripsWithPets poll reveals the method of choice for securing pets in vehicles
Pet parents are on the move with their furkids more than ever before. Fortunately, they’re also taking pet safety behind the wheel more seriously. We recently asked a group of pet parents about their preferences for securing their pets on car rides, and we’re happy to say that the wide majority of people we polled do put in the time and effort to make sure their pets are safe, comfortable, and happy travelers.
The 4th of July - Not so pet friendly: How to keep your pet safe and calm
The 4th of July. The day we gather with family and friends to celebrate our Independence and honor our country. We look forward to this celebratory day – with all the food, fun, and festivities – culminating in the highly-anticipated fireworks display.
Can all dogs swim? How to tell if your pup is water-ready
Not all dogs can, or will, swim. Some dogs physically built for the water may avoid it like the plague, and some not traditionally built for the water may never want to get out, despite their parents' best efforts! There are ways you can work on making your dog more comfortable in the water, but some dogs may never change their minds, and that’s okay too.
Hotel pet amenities driving pet parents to book and stay longer, TripsWithPets survey finds
With summer travel season in full swing, more pet parents are looking to plan getaways that include their furry family members. And we are not just talking about finding a hotel that allows Rover and Roxy. Discriminating pet parents are looking for much more.
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6 Healthy Brown Bag Lunches That Save Time and Money
Sponsored Content: Skip the lines during the lunch rush and avoid the unhealthy fast food options by trying some of our favorite healthy lunch alternatives. These simple recipes can be prepped in a short amount of time and will also save you money in the long run. Enjoy!
Conscientious cocoa: 7 chocolate brands making a difference
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Chocolate unwrapped: What to know before you buy
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How to Throw an Outdoor Winter Party In Comfort and Style
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Need an excuse to eat more chocolate? Try these 3 recipes
From breakfast to dessert, enjoy chocolate every meal of the day with these recipes from a Hawaiian chef.
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Sponsored Content: While the smart home from books and movies may not be here just yet, adding a few of these high tech devices around your house will surely add a futuristic feel and make your life at home a bit easier.
Issue No. 48: Chocolate in Hawaii
Chocolate may very well be classified as a love language among many. But where does it grow, and how is it transformed into its rich flavor? A Hawaiian cacao farm shows us the way.
How your favorite chocolate gets from branch to bar
Ever wonder how chocolate is made? Will Lydgate of Kauai’s Lydgate Farms gives us a breakdown of the process, from cacao branch to chocolate bar.
Meet the Hawaiian cacao farmer working to change the chocolate industry
This fifth-generation Hawaiian farmer produces internationally award-winning cacao and chocolate right here in the U.S.
Hawaiian French Toast with Espresso Chocolate Sauce, Toasted Coconut and Macadamia Nuts
This breakfast dish features sweet bread, coconut and a deliciously decadent homemade chocolate sauce.
Chocolate-Peanut Butter Smoothie
Cacao nibs give this smoothie an extra boost of chocolaty goodness.
