Toolbox: A Moment for Paws
S&H offers these finds as a way to pamper, entertain, and commune with your four-legged friends.
Get into the inner workings of your dog’s mind, body, and spirit by reading Laura Benko’s The Holistic Dog; she’ll change the way you see your dog’s experience of life. ($25) theholistichomecompany.com
Keep your cat’s curiosity piqued and your sense of humor alive with the Cat Wubba Moppy, a crinkly toy that has catnip embedded throughout. ($5.49) kongcompany.com
Ayurveda is not just for humans! Learn the best daily routine and food type for your dog’s dosha by taking a quiz, and then stock up on dosha-specific Dog Food formulated for its mind/body type. ($29.99) currynpepper.com
The playful painted cats in the Spirit Cats Deck will impart inspiration and creativity, and are sure to make you smile. ($20) spiritcatsdeck.com
The cheerful color and smooth feel of the Molded Bamboo Pet Bowl is a stylish way to serve up supper. ($10.99) naturalhomebrands.com
“Until one has loved an animal a part of one’s soul remains unawakened.”
Unleash your inner artist by capturing the essence of your favorite animal friend with the artistic direction of Playful Painting: Pets by artist Faye Moorhouse. Don’t worry—no MFA required. ($21.95) quartoknows.com
When you’re not in the mood to wrangle your furry friend into the bath, Waterless Foaming Shampoo will keep your companion smelling sweet, thanks to lavender and chamomile. ($11.42) puranaturalspet.com
Adorn your rescue dog with a Found Collar and you’ll be supporting outreach programs to provide spay and neuter services in underserved areas. ($56) olivegreendog.com
Pamper your pup with Mini Naturals, designed to be the Goldilocks of training treats: not too big, not too small, but just right to let him know he’s behaving. ($5.79 for 6 oz.) zukes.com
Free resources:
• When looking for products for your pets, seek out members of the Pet Sustainability Coalition and you’ll be supporting the health of your pet and of the planet. Petsustainability.org
• If you want only the freshest home-cooked meals for your dog, but aren’t sure where to start, check out the dog food recipes your dog will love. thedogbakery.com
About the Author
Kalia Kelmenson is the creator of The Salt in Us where she helps water-loving women harvest the wisdom of their grief and pain so they can find freedom and flow in their life. She explores science and spirit at the intersection of mind-body medicine.
