Michelle's News & Reviews: 2016

Thursday, November 3, 2016

Strawberry Whey Protein Powder by Activa Naturals (2 LB. Bag)

Good Evening Everyone,

Today I have Activa Naturals' Strawberry Flavored Whey Protein Powder (2 LB. Bag) for review.
They can be found via the following link: https://www.activanaturalsstore.com/collections/fitness/products/whey-protein-powder?variant=6718195649 #ActivaNaturalsBrand

Activa Naturals is a NO-CLAIMS (no pressure to buy any products) Specialty Vitamin Provider. Their philosophy is that they provide the right nutrition to your body to function properly. Their Natural and Herbal Specialty Vitamins are designed for this purpose only. They encourage their customers to believe in the amazing power of their body and provide specific nutrients to their body's organs to function at its best.

Their brand values include: honesty, integrity, full transparency, full customer satisfaction, high quality assurance, and providing natural ingredients.

Balanced nutrition to support workout routines

Provide right nutrition to support protein for muscles

All-Natural Blend of the Highest Quality Ingredients

2 LB Powder Bag

Produced in the USA to strict GMP standards in an FDA approved facility

Suggested Usage::

Mix one heaping scoop (included in the bag) with 6-8 oz of water or milk or your other favorite beverage. Vary the amount of liquid for your taste preference.

This whey powder smells terrific straight out of the bag. It does not smell like chemical mix, rancid, or stale powder. The powder mixes clean and easily, without leaving any clumping behind. I have tried mixing the powder with plain water (not really recommended due to the plain taste) and with milk (tastes great - like a shake). There is no aftertaste, just a nice strawberry flavor.

The pros of this product are that it is made in the USA in an FDA regulated facility with GMP standards. It tastes great and mixes easily. The product amount (2 LBS.) is very generous as well.

The cons of this product are that it contains artificial flavors and colors (red #40).

I am using this product to see if it helps me regain strength in my leg muscles due to a health issue. So far, I have only been taking the product for about 2 weeks or so - which may be too early to tell. I am glad that the product tastes great (which makes it easy to take). I will update if I see any improvements.

I received this product in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.

11/3/2016

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Saturday, October 29, 2016

Great Kids Snack Box (Subscription)

Good Evening Everyone, Today I have the GREAT (Kids) Snack Box for review.
This is a subscription based snack box that offers healthier options than potato chips and cookies.

They can be found at:
http://www.greatsnackbox.com/
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Your subscription includes:

30 different individually-wrapped snacks
Kid-tested tasty nutrition
Nutritionist-approved ingredients
On-the-go convenient packages
Nutrition for mental alertness
Healthy energy for physical activity
FREE Shipping!

Here are the snacks that I received in my box (no particular order):

1. Love Grown's Blueberry Vanilla Polar Puffs

2. Crunchies - Freeze- Dried Mixed Fruit

3. Chia Crunch Strawberry

4. Cosmos Creation's - Salted Caramel Premium Puffed Corn

5. Big Slice Kettle Cooked Apples

6. PopCorners - Crispy & Crunchy Popped Corn Chips

7. Hippeas - Organic chickpea puffs

8. Happytot - Organic blueberry, pear, & beet fruit squeeze

9. Dole fruitocracy - apple strawberry fruit squeeze

10. Bunches of crunches coconut cacao superfood grainola

11. Halfpops - butter & pure ocean sea salt popcorn

12. Bakery on Main - Nutty Cranberry Maple Gluten Free Granola

13. Solsimple - Organic Sun Mix (Banana, Mango, Pineapple, & Dragon Fruit)

14. Gorilly Goods - Original Fruit & Nut Sample

15. Bitsy's Brainfoods - Smart Cookies - Orange, Chocolate, & Beet

16. Bitsy's Brainfoods - Smart Crackers - Cheddar Chia Veggie

17. Matt's Munchie's - Mango Apricot Fruit Snack

18. MySuperCookies - Honey Heroes - Whole Grain

19. Emerald - Dill Pickle Cashews

20. Justin's - Peanut Butter Cups (2) (organic milk chocolate)

21. Picky Bars - Cookie Doughpness (sic)

22. This kid saves lives - wild berries

23. Pure Organic - wildberry apple fruit and veggie strips

24. Go Raw - Sweet Spirulina

25. Bumble Bar - Chocolate Crisp

26. Nakd - Strawberry Crunch

27. Raw Rev 100 - Cranberry Almond & Coconut
28. Raw Rev 100 - Peanut Butter Sea Salt & Dark Chocolate

29. Rise Protein Bar - Snicker Doodle

30. Onebar - cherry

31. Onebar sticker

I received this box at a discounted price of $19.97. The price plan for this box is normally $39.95, which I think is a bit high - considering that a lot of these snacks are only one or two bites at most. $20 is definitely a good price point, or even $25, but not $40. I do not think that children would eat some of these snacks (such as the spirulina and beets, but who knows). Overall, this box offers a good selection of goodies that can be eaten by kids of all ages. :) The shipping didn't take too long to arrive (7 days), and was packaged in the perfect sized box for the amount of product (no waste). I think that if they lowered their price point, they would attract (and keep) more customers as I am a snack box subscriber and like what this box has to offer, but it is beyond my price range.

I received this product at a heavily discounted rate in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.

10/29/2016

Thursday, October 13, 2016

Advanced Hip & Joint Supplement for Dogs by K-9 Pro

Hello Everyone,

This evening, I have K-9 Pro's Advanced Hip & Joint Supplement for Dogs to be reviewed.
This product can be found via the following link: https://www.amazon.com/K9-Glucosamine-Supplements-Chondroitin-Supplement/dp/B01K68IBCO #k9pro

This product is intended to: 1.) Support hip & joint health 2.) Promote mobility 3.) Have a great beef flavor!

This product is made in the USA with GMP approval. There are 120 beef flavored chewable tablets in the bottle. Depending on the size/weight of your dog and how long your dog has been taking this product, the serving size is anywhere from 1/2 tablet - 3 tablets daily.

The active ingredients are as follows:

Glucosamine (shellfish source) 800mg.
MSM 400mg
Chondroitin (bovine source) 400mg
Vitamin C 100mg
Manganese 5mg
Grape Seed Extract 5mg
L-Glutathione 2mg
Vitamin E 50IU

I received this product for my German Shepherd/Border Collie, Shadow. Shadow is approximately 6 years of age and weighs just under 60 lbs. She is in great health, showing no signs of hip/joint discomfort (thank goodness!). I am giving her this supplement as a preventative, and due to her weight class, she receives 1 tablet a day.

Shadow doesn't particularly care for the hard tablet by itself. Instead, I crush up the tablet and mix it in with her wet/dry food. I believe that the tablet tastes good, otherwise Shadow would refuse to eat it. The supplement does have a "beefy" aroma to it. Shadow has not had any ill/adverse effects while taking this supplement. She also has plenty of energy and loves to play throughout the day. I take her on frequent walks throughout the day, and she does not appear to be in the slightest bit of distress from her joints (although she is pretty good at tiring me out at times! :) ).

I think that the dosages of the active ingredients (mg) are at good levels (however I have seen some products that have higher levels in them). It would be nice to have this product in a powder form to more easily mix in with the food, rather than having to crush it (for those pets who do not like the texture of the solid tablet) and mix it in with food.

Overall, I am satisfied with this product.
I received this product in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.
10/13/2016

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Wednesday, August 10, 2016

Ohuhu's RC Explorers 2.4G 4CH 6-Axis Gyro Quadcopter Drone with Camera

Hello Everyone,

Today, I have Ohuhu's RC Explorers Quadcopter for review. This product can be found by visiting the following link: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B01F8MWWFU #Copter

Ohuhu's RC Explorers 2.4G 4CH 6-Axis Gyro Quadcopter Drone with Camera is a very lightweight unit that comes with everything you need to get up and running right out of the box. The contents of the box include the following: quadcopter, transmitter, copter blades (8 total), blade protectors (8 total), 2 batteries, USB charging cable, camera, landing skid, card reader, screwdriver, user's manual, warranty card, and 2GB micro sd card.

The quadcopter's specifications are as follows: Dimensions: 12.4"x 12.4"x 3.0", Battery capacity: 3.7V 600mAh Li-poly, Charging time: 90-100 minutes; Flight time: 7minutes, Flight distance: 100m, Charging way: Via USB cable, Operational mode: headless mode, Function: fly forward/backward, left/right sideward fly, turn left/right, 360° 3D eversion, throw flight, video/photo taking, fine tuning, SD card memory: 2GB, and Camera pixel: 2.0 MP.
The quadcopter lights up green on the front two arms, and red on the back two arms. These lights will stay solid until the battery starts getting low, then they will start to flash rapidly. The copter does take a little bit of getting used to and practice if you are inexperienced in flying a drone/quadcopter. The copter is quite fun, but I just wish the battery lasted longer than 6 minutes (even though it is listed as 7, 6 was the average for me). The good thing is that two batteries are included, so you can charge one while using the other, and keep swapping them out. As noted, you should let the circuitry of the quadcopter "rest" for approximately 10 minutes or so before swapping batteries, so that the components do not get overheated and fry. I do wish that the manual would have been a bit more specific on how to recharge the battery. The USB plug has 4 holes instead of the standard 2, so it was a bit interesting trying to get the connections to fit just right. On the end of the USB, once the battery is charging, you will see a small red dot that gets brighter as the copter's battery is charging. Once it is finished charging, the red circle of light will be easily visible. If the copter's battery is very weak or completely drained, this red circle will be very hard to see or non-existant. I wish that the protectors for the blades were packed a bit differently, as the way they are currently packaged and shipped, you have to very carefully bend the protectors backwards, otherwise the blades will hit them when trying to spin. Overall, this is a very nice quadcopter, and the price point is good for someone who is looking for an entry level copter/just starting out with flying them. I have no prior experience before receiving this copter, and it was fairly easy to learn to navigate. The only thing I will say in regards to pets, is you might want to try this out when they are not around, or can't get into the area you are flying the copter in. I have a German Shepherd/Border Collie and she does not like the sound of the blades spinning.

If the above video does not work, you can watch the same video on my YouTube channel:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JFH1xOPSL2I

I received this product in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.
8/10/2016

Monday, August 8, 2016

Vita Sciences' Nurenza (Neuropathy Support Supplement / Nerve Pain Relief)

Good Evening Everyone,

I have Vita Sciences' Nurenza for review. They can be found via the following link:

http://www.vitasciences.com/Nurenza #NurenzaNeuropathyPainRelief

Vita Sciences' Nurenza (Neuropathy Support Supplement / Nerve Pain Relief) comes with 60 capsules in the bottle. This product is made in a NSF and FDA certified facility. "Nurenza contains specialized nutrients critical for nerve cell function and energy-adenosine triphosphate (ATP) and to process carbohydrates, fat, and protein." The suggested serving size is to take 2 capsules twice daily with meals for 3 months. After the 3 month period, reduce serving size to 1 capsule twice daily. The ingredients in this product are as follows: Vitamin B1, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Magnesium, R-Alpha Lipoic Acid, n-Acetyl L Carnitine, Benfotiamine, and a proprietary blend.

I received this product to try as I have a pinched nerve in my spine that causes pain in my lower back and legs. From the point of injury, I feel burning, stinging, and shooting pain from my spine down one or both legs. The muscles also feel weak and tired (heavy as concrete, but wobbly like Jello) as if they are going to give out at any moment. While I did notice this supplement did help to take a small amount of the pain away, it did not do much more than that. I do realize that I am supposed to take it for at least 3 months, however since I received this product in exchange for my honest review, I do not have that option. I find that the price point is a bit high for this supplement, when the majority of it (sans the proprietary blend) is regular vitamins and minerals that can be bought at your local store. For example, I am also using Magnesium and a multi-vitamin (that has the Vitamin B's in them) and do not see much difference from them either. It could be that my injury is too severe for anything to help - that I do not know. Since everyone's body chemistry, metabolism, and health issues are unique, what could work for one person might not work for another. Please research the product and use your best judgement.

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8/8/2016

Monday, July 4, 2016

Anti-Fatigue Floor Mat by AirMat

Hello Everyone,

I hope that you all are having a fun and safe 4th of July! :)

Today, I have AirMat's Anti-Fatigue Floor Mat for review. They can be found via the following link:
https://www.amazon.com/Anti-Fatigue-Floor-Mat-Commercial-Standing/dp/B015QHV09Q
#AirMat

AirMat's Anti-Fatigue Floor Mat measures 20 x 39 x 3/4 and comes in color options of matte black or espresso brown. The mat has a "beveled and rounded edge to reduce tripping, non slip textured surface and backing to eliminate slipping even when wet. Stay flat design means the edges will never curl." The backing is made from urethane as to not stick on laminate flooring. The top of the mat is made from PVC leather that is in a basket weave design. This mat is not puncture proof, so wearing high-heels on the mat is not advised. I received the matte black color for my mom to place in her kitchen (in addition to another one we have).The mat is water, oil, stain, and tear resistant. The mat came packaged in a very large box, but it was not laying flat - more like in an arc or half circle. When I removed the mat from the box, I could see the "crease marks" from where the mat had been bent. We placed the mat in front of a small utility sink that we have in the kitchen island area. Compared to the higher quality mat that we have, this mat felt very hard. It does not have any "bounce" or "spring" when you step on it. To me, it is only slightly better than stepping on the hard floor. When taking the other mat out of the equation (for something to compare to), my mom says she likes the mat and that it does the job it is intended to do. I think the basket weave design makes the mat a bit harder to clean, and it definitely shows the dirt/foot prints. Overall, I am satisfied with this product - however there are better quality mats on the market.

I received this product at a heavily discounted rate in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.

7/4/2016

Saturday, June 18, 2016

Vitawin's Bone Clone

Good Evening Everyone,

Tonight I have Vitawin's Bone Clone (for Dogs) up for review.
The product can be found via the following link:
https://www.amazon.com/Advanced-Glucosamine-Dogs-800MG-Chondroitin/dp/B010W6LXOI/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8 #vitawinboneclone

Vitawin's Bone Clone comes with 120 beef flavored chewable tablets in the bottle. It is made in the USA in FDA approved facilities with GMP approval. This product is Gluten-free, non-GMO, and BSE free. This product is intended to "promote healthy development & flexibility of bones, joints, cartilage and connective tissue both in younger Dogs & Pups and aids older dogs suffering from pain caused by degenerative diseases such as Arthritis, Osteoporosis, Hip Dysplasia or spinal disc problems. The ingredients are: Glucosamine (rated at 800mg), MSM (rated at 400mg), Chondroitin Sulfate (rated at 400mg), Ascorbic Acid (rated at 100mg), Manganese (rated at 5mg), Grape Seed Extract (rated at 5mg), L-Glutathione (rated at 2mg), and Vitamin E (rated at 50IU). The inactive ingredients consist of: allspice, brewer's yeast, beef flavor, silicon dioxide, and stearic acid. Depending on your dog's weight, the serving size is from 1/2 tablet - 2 tablets daily. This tablet can be crushed and ground up to mix in with wet and/or dry food. My German Shepherd/Border Collie, Shadow is approximately 6 years of age and is not showing any signs of hip/joint issues (thank goodness!) She is still very playful and energetic, so I am using these tablets as a preventative. She does not like the texture of these tablets, so I have to ground them up and mix them in her food. I would prefer that these tablets come in a soft chewable, like other products on the market intended to help this same health concern. The tablet does smell like beef (to a certain degree), and Shadow doesn't seem to mind the smell. I think that the quantity in the bottle is a good value, especially if you have a smaller dog and need less of the product.

I received this product in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.

6/18/2016

Thursday, June 16, 2016

Lavender Essential Oil by Avenir Oils

Good Evening All,

Today, I have Avenir Oils' Lavender Essential Oil for review. It can be found via the following link:
https://www.aveniroils.com/shop/lavender-essential-oil/ #aveniroils

Lavender Essential Oil is non-toxic with zero additives, and undiluted with no fillers. It is 100% pure and natural.

Size: 10 ml
100% Pure Therapeutic Grade
Botanical Name: Lavandula angustifolia
Extraction Method: Steam Distillation
Country of Origin: Bulgaria
Blends With: Geranium and other floral oils
Aroma: Clean, fresh, herbaceous, sweet, and floral
Consistency: Thin
Color: Clear

LAVENDER ESSENTIAL OIL USAGES

Circulatory health: rheumatism and arthritis
Digestive system: helps gas, cramps, and indigestion
Immune system: allergy and cold relief, cough suppressing, flu treatment
Limbic system: treats depression
Muscles: eases muscle aches, pains, and soreness
Nervous system: effective in pain relief for headaches and migraines
Respiratory health: helps with asthma, bronchitis, congestion, laryngitis, sinusitis.
Skin and Beauty: reduces acne, soothes athlete’s foot, fungal infections, heals bug bites, bruises, burns, dermatitis, eczema, wrinkled skin, oily skin, dry skin, psoriasis, skin rash, stings, sunburn, skin spots

Therapeutic properties: analgesic, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, anti-rheumatic, anti-septic, anti-tumoral, anti-ulcerogenic, anti-viral, bactericidal, calming, cicatrisant, decongestant, deodorant, diuretic, fungicidal, nervine, sedative (nervous), vermifuge, vulnerary

This brand of lavender oil is very potent. You only need a couple of drops to release the great smelling aroma in your diffuser or bath water. This oil has a nice calming and relaxing effect. It can be used with other oils and carrier oils to make your own medicinal remedies. As there are so many uses for this oil, it is hard to comment on each and every one. Avenir Oils is a good quality oil for whatever you use oils for. I use this oil in my diffuser to make the room(s) smell nice as well as placing a couple of drops in my bath water to help feel relaxed.

I received this product in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.

6/16/2016

Sunday, June 12, 2016

New York Biology's Eye Gel

Hello Everyone,

I hope that you are having an enjoyable weekend. :) Today, I have New York Biology's Eye Gel for review. This product can be found via the following link:
http://www.amazon.com/New-York-Biology-Intensive-Anti-Wrinkle/dp/B01E9IPCYC/ref=sr_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1464312937&sr=8-3&keywords=new+york+biology #NewYorkBiology

New York Biology's Eye Gel is made in the USA in a FDA approved facility, and also has GMP approval. The product comes in a 1.7 fl. oz container. This product does not contain any alcohol, sulfates, or parabens and it is cruelty free. It is intended to be used morning and night, and can be used under makeup. It is used to lift, firm, and hydrate skin as well as an anti-wrinkle formula. The gel contains amino acids, Vitamin E, plant stem cells, hyaluronic acid, and Matrixyl 3000. The product is somewhat thicker (goopy comes to mind) than other eye gels, which could be good or bad depending on your textural preference. This makes it slightly harder to apply than other eye gels, as a little bit can turn out to be a lot when spreading the gel out. While the scent is refreshing, I found it to be a bit too much of a cucumber smell. The product makes your eyes feel rejuvenated (fresh, moist, smooth, etc) - but to date I have not noticed a vast improvement in the dark circles under my eyes. I received the product on 6/1/, and have been using it daily (as recommended) since then. The skin appears to be somewhat lighter, but they are still dark and the puffiness remains.

I received this product in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.
6/12/2016

Monday, May 30, 2016

Thrive by Le-Vel

"The THRIVE Experience is an 8-week premium lifestyle plan to help individuals experience and reach peak physical & mental levels. You're going to live, look, and feel Ultra Premium like never before! Results from the THRIVE Experience are high impact, and can differ slightly from person to person, depending on your 8-week goal, and which areas of your lifestyle need the most help. Whether your goal is to lose weight, get in the best shape of your life, or simply be the best you can be, we know the 8-Week THRIVE Experience will get you THRIVIN' in all areas of your life! Individuals on the Experience will enjoy premium support and benefits in the areas of:"

*Weight Management

*Cognitive Performance

*Digestive & Immune Support

*Healthy Joint Function

*Lean Muscle Support

*Calms General Discomfort

*Age-Defying & Antioxidant Support

https://tmzthrive.le-vel.com/

Thrive offers supplements specifically made for men, women, and children.

Thrive also has supplements that target specific areas of your life:

https://tmzthrive.le-vel.com/

The THRIVE Experience is a combination of our THRIVE Premium Lifestyle Capsule, THRIVE Ultra M

I received a 3 day "mini" experience (through contacting a Thrive representative via a product review site) that contained 2 lifestyle mixers (vanilla & chocolate), 3 packages of capsules (2 capsules per package), and 3 DFT patches. Also included was a card with my representative's contact info. and instructions on how to start the "mini" Thrive experience.

Lewis: (281) -865-4004 https://TMZthrive.le-vel.com

The capsules (2 per package) are easy to swallow and do not have any taste or aftertaste. They are to be taken on an empty stomach, with a full glass of water. I did not have any adverse effects from taking this supplement.

The vanilla lifestyle mixer has a great taste, although it would be best suited mixed with fruit or made into a smoothie, as it is a bit grainy/gritty by itself. The chocolate lifestyle mixer tastes terrific (and I'm not too much of a chocolate fan) and does not have any grainy/gritty texture. Note: Le-Vel just came out with a strawberry lifestyle mixer, and I can't wait to try it! (strawberry is my favorite flavor out of the three). The mixers are to be taken 20-40 minutes after you take the capsules. They can be mixed with water or milk. I mixed both of mine with milk, and they had great flavor!

The Derma Fusion Technology (DFT) patches are to be applied after you have taken the capsules and shake. The patch can be placed on bicep, forearm, shoulder, or the top of the hip. The instruction card says to replace every morning, however I wore mine from approximately 10am - 11:30pm, and removed the patch before going to bed. The first patch I tried, was placed on my shoulder. When I removed it at the end of the day, I felt a slight tingling/burning sensation - like a very minor sunburn.

The next day, I tried the patch on my other shoulder (to see if maybe this was a random thing). The same results occurred. On the mornings after I had placed the DFT patches on my shoulder, when I showered - I could definitely feel the tingling/burning sensation accentuated by the warm water. On the third day, I placed the final patch on the middle of my thigh (for the same duration of time). When I removed the patch, there was a very slight tingling/burning sensation - but nowhere near to the extent that it was on my shoulder. I also noticed an intermittent "tightness" and itching sensation on all the days that I wore the patch (no matter the location).

During the later part of my 2nd day and after my 3rd trial day was over, I did notice that I had a lot more energy, motivation, and "drive" (for a lack of a better term) - wanting to accomplish things that usually leave me tired. I am partially disabled and have numerous heath issues, which leave me in a constant state of pain and fatigue. With the Thrive, I had energy to do household chores (such as scrubbing/cleaning the shower) and yard work (mowing approximately 1 acre of land without taking rest breaks - except for water - when usually I divide the yard up into segments), without feeling drained of energy and exhausted afterwards. I can only imagine the positive results I would see after a full 8 week session.

In retrospect, I think I would opt out of the patch (just because of the way it felt), even though it is part of the program. Other than the patch, my experience with the Thrive supplements were quite positive and I'm looking forward to ordering the product when my budget allows.

I would like to thank my friend, Rebecca C. for introducing me to this great brand and product!

I would also like to thank Lewis for his time, generosity, and allowing me to test/review the product.

If you would like to gain more information on Thrive or to order the product for yourself, please visit:

https://tmzthrive.le-vel.com/

I received the Thrive products in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.

5/30/2016

Pet Gift Box (PGB) - Dog & Cat Subscription Box - May's Box Review

Good Afternoon Everyone,

I am very pleased to announce the Pet Gift Box - Dog & Cat Subscription Box.
This company can be found at: https://petgiftbox.com/

To receive your first box for 50% off, go to: https://gr3f.co/c/78/IB6FM and choose from a variety of subscription options and payments.

As you can see, Pet Gift Box (PGB) has numerous options for your fur babies and they are also very budget friendly! PGB is one of only a very few pet subscription companies that allows you to enter personalized pet information such as: name, weight (goodies are tailored to weight class), and also gender specific (where applicable).

PGB also allows you to enter information if you have multiple pets - male and female - an option that I've not seen on any other subscription service!

As I mentioned above, PGB is very budget friendly, especially when you choose a long term plan. When you choose a yearly plan, they are even cheaper than most human snack subscription services!

Here is a bit more about their budget friendly pricing:

Not only is PGB budget friendly, they give you plenty of subscription options! You are not "leashed in" on any long term contracts. What I really like about Pet Gift Box is that even if you choose a long term subscription, you are not charged up front and all at once. This is a great freedom knowing that your money is not tied up on something that you have not even received yet. It also gives you the flexibility of changing your subscription plan if you need/choose to!

Here are a couple more reasons to join PGB:

1. Customer Service

I can vouch for the customer service, as I have been communicating with Ms. Alexandra Kazma since the end of January. Every email communication I have received from her has been professional, courteous, polite, informative, and EXTREMELY helpful!

2. Awesome Themed Boxes:

3. PGB Gives back to the community!

As you can see, part of the proceeds from the sales of Pet Gift Box goes to America's VetDogs, helping our veterans with disabilities. This is a very noble cause!

PGB also has a program called the "Pawtnership Program". This program is for shelter or rescues who sign up to be partnered with Pet Gift Box. For every subscription box that PGB sells that has the shelter or rescue's unique code identifier (varies depending on rescue name) through the https://petgiftbox.com/ link, PGB will give that shelter or rescue $15!!

If you would like to do several good deeds with one action, and get some amazing goodies for your fur kids, here's how:

1. Go to: https://gr3f.co/c/78/IB6FM and sign up for a box of your choice. You will receive your first box for 50% off! If you choose a year subscription, this will make your first box approximately $9.50! - Unbeatable!

2. Your same purchase you just made will also send funding to America's VetDogs automatically. How great is that?!

3. Sit back and relax, knowing you've done your good deeds for the day, and await your PGB goodie box to arrive!

PGB Box Unveiling! - May 2016

The moment you all have been waiting for now that you know all about PGB!

This is the only pet subscription box that I have seen that not only hand writes your pet's name on the "gift tag", but also addresses the box to your pet as well. :) A very cute feature that places the importance on your fur baby!

The theme for this month's PGB is "Basic Training"

Product Descriptions:

1. "New Recruit Crinkle Toy" Seargeant Paw-towsky reporting for duty! An Army Strong mini boot camp for your pup - good for chewing and chasing all day long. MSRP $7.99

2. "Troop Treats" Watch Fido do flips for our original Green Little Gingerbread Men. Made in the USA with only the finest ingredients. MSRP $8.99

3. "Military Fatigues Bandana" Let Fido show his/her support for your brave men and women by sporting this military bandana. MSRP $5.99

4. Plush Eagle. - I don't have a description on this toy, as I received the "small dog" card in my box on accident. My card has "Battle of the Bulge" which is a slow feeder for small dogs. I have a German Shepherd/Border Collie female, who is 65 pounds or so. ;)

5. "Camo Knotted Ball" Gnaw-happy pups will love sinking their teeth into this Knotted Ball Dog Toy. Cotton rope is twisted and knotted into a fun ball that's just as much fun to fetch as it is to chew. MSRP $3.99

The pricing may be a little hard to see, but in the lower left hand corner it states: "The retail value of your box is $35.95 This box is a steal if you chose the 12 month plan, making it only $18.99 /mo.

The quality of the toys and the size of the treats make this box well worth the subscription price. No matter what plan you choose, you are getting more of a value that what you paid for the monthly subscription price.

After reviewing this box (and receiving two previous), I would highly recommend PGB. They offer several subscription options that are all budget friendly, and they allow you to input different options regarding your pet(s). I love how the box comes addressed to your pet in the shipping label and handwritten on the box! The wrapping paper and toys are adorable! The quantity and size of the dog treats is top notch, not to mention made in the USA! Customer service is outstanding - fast, friendly, helpful, and informative! Your purchase helps give back to America's VetDogs. You can feel proud about doing a good deed with one small purchase, that will give happiness to your own pet(s) as well as others across the U.S. It is a win-win situation for everyone involved.

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Bonus Treat - April's PGB

April's PGB theme was "Dog For Dog" Dog for dog believes that every dog deserves to be fed nutritious and great tasting food. That's why for every item they sell, they donate an item to help a dog in need. From all-natural dry dog food to delicious and innovative dog treats, whenever you buy, they will donate to local and national animal shelters.

This limited edition PGB includes;

1. "Bungee Dog"