What's in your bowl

I have always known our animals are spoiled. My family has always said growing up that if we could come back as anything it would be an animal in our house. Today is no exception. After a trip to the doggie spa to have his hair cut..not his favorite thing.. the groomer noticed his skin getting a little dry and recommended changing his food. This was after two generous "trial sized" bags and several treats later...just because he is so darn cute!

Most people would just buy another food from a grocery store, but not for our beloveds. Hubbie has researched the food options, looked at their star rating and go figure, the dog will be eating better than we do. I am thinking kibble may be the way to go.

I must admit there have been many mornings when I am getting breakfasts ready that the container of Beneful looks better than my package of oatmeal. Now I guess I have figured out why my skin looks dry. Apparently I am not getting the right balance of chicken, beef and salmon in my diet. Oh My!

I love how they advertise food for animals as well. Whether the cat is singing, or jumping through walls for a treat or the dog running for food and after many trips of hitting the wall the kid then sets out toilet paper on the corner..oh wait that is a toilet paper ad...I laugh and am amused and fall into their marketing trap. They are right up there with Maggie and the Royale kittens pulling at my heart strings. If the toys and treats our animal got from marketing ploys, both of them would have an ipad.

I also think it is funny about how we listen to the details in the advertisements. For instance "Beneful® brand dog food helps keep your best buddy happy and healthy with a perfect balance of wholesome ingredients, quality nutrition and superb taste." This for a dog who will eat the "wholesome food" but then also clean his bum directly afterwards finding both equally appealing.

Now don't feel sorry for the cat as while his skin is shiny and window are opened on his command he too get his daily treat, which he beckons for. While his pate with chunks of chicken and Florentine may not tempt me quite as much you never know when you will need some sandwich spread.

Oh well, I guess next time I should grab a spoon and dive in..but then again maybe kibble is best heated.