52 WEEKS OF TREATS – Our eBook is here!!

Writing this post is possibly one of the happiest, most nerve wracking, all consuming moments in my life to date. I honestly can’t hide how excited I am to be finally revealing the eBook that has been a constant companion for over the past 6 months. Behind the scenes Sarah and I have been creating this little gem that has truly been a labour of love – and we couldn’t be prouder today to share our little baby with you all.

Say hello to…

52 WEEKS OF TREATS
Simple & Healthy Dog Treat Recipes for Every Season

“With gorgeous photography, adorable models, and inventive recipes, 52 Weeks of Treats is a must-have resource for anyone looking to pamper their pooch! Regardless of your cooking prowess, this book makes it easy for any dog owner to create delicious and healthy treats at home. The allergy alternatives list is especially helpful for those with sensitive dogs!”
CAPREE KIMBALL | DOG MILK

“My jaw hit the floor when I saw the gorgeous 52 Weeks of Treats. The recipes are completely fresh, unique, and totally pup-worthy. This is a must-have publication for any dog lover! My dog already has a growing request list of all the recipes.”
COURTNEY WHITMORE | PIZZAZZERIE

“My expectations for this book were high considering how talented Serena and Sarah are, but I was still blown away! This book is not only utterly charming, but I was delighted by how much I learned. Who knew that ginger has been known to reduce inflammation and upset stomach in dogs? The main ingredient facts in each recipe are brilliant and informative!”
CHRISTINE MARTINEZ | MILES TO STYLE

From the graphic design to treat styling, 52 Weeks of Treats truly is a masterpiece. This book includes a fantastic collection of gorgeous desserts presented especially for pups. It’s a must-have for anyone who loves their dog as much as they love desserts.”
MELISSA JOHNSON | BEST FRIENDS FOR FROSTING

THE DETAILS

What’s it all about?

The idea behind 52 Weeks of Treats is simple. There are 52 weeks in the year and this book has 26 recipes – one for each fortnight. We have split the recipes into four seasons, allowing your dog to enjoy icy cold treats in Summer and filling, hearty snacks in the cooler months. Recipes have been based around cooking methods (who wants to bake in summer?) and seasonal produce to ensure your dog is getting the best nutritional value from everyday fruits and vegetables. All ingredients are human grade. In fact many of a recipes you’ll find yourself wanting to make for yourself!

What are some of the recipes?

Without giving too much away here are some of our favourite recipes from the eBook…

  • Cinnamon Honey Donuts
  • Raspberry & Coconut Bark
  • Puppylato
  • Hearty Beef Bites
  • Sweet Potato Pretzels
  • Raw Cranberry-Date Bites
  • + Many more….

I’m no Masterchef. Will I be able to make these treats?

Possibly the #1 goal of this eBook was to keep it simple. We estimated each of you would have around half an hour each week to devote to making treats, and no time for fussy recipes or long lists of obscure ingredients. The recipes in 52 Weeks of Treats are based around quick, easy and approachable recipes that share staple ingredients, cooking methods and basic kitchen equipment. With easy to follow instructions, each recipe should take around 30 minutes or less to make – leaving more time for you and your dog to enjoy playtime!

My dog has allergies. Is this book allergy friendly?

While most of our treat recipes are allergy friendly, we’ve also included a healthy allergy alternative guide for pooches with sensitivity towards wheat, gluten, eggs and dairy.

What do I get when I buy the eBook?

  • 26 Easy and Nutritious Dog Treat Recipes to keep your dog happy and healthy!
  • Separate section just for special occasions such as birthdays and holidays.
  • Healthy Allergy Alternatives Guide
  • Illustrated Pantry and Shopping Guide
  • Handy Apps Guide
  • Dog Treat Cooking Handy Hints
  • Handy List of Health Benefits of Foods Safe for Dogs.

“The pictures in Serena’s new ebook are so gorgeous and delicious looking, it makes me want to try the recipes for MYSELF! The contents are organized by season (which I love) and it has alternative for allergy prone dogs like our Ziggy. Done are the days where our pup eats unappealing store-bought treats!
SARAH LEDERMAN | CHEVRONS & STRIPES

“These days, our dogs are embraced as genuine family members in a way they never have before, and more and more of us are choosing to supplement or even replace store-bought dog foods with a home-cooked diet. This can be fraught with difficulty, but Pretty Fluffy’s gorgeous new e-book makes it that much easier. The recipes are not only healthy and delicious, but designed to help dedicated dog owners ensure their four-legged friend get the very best in nutrition all year round. The lists of staple ingredients, alternatives for canines with allergies and handy Apps are brilliant, too. And the book is absolutely beautiful, with the stunning photography (not to mention a certain striking Border Collie!) making every page look good enough to eat.”
LAURA GREAVES | DOGS LIFE MAGAZINE

The book 52 Weeks of Treats is simply the sweetest and most beautiful dog recipe book I have seen! Although I have three boys, I often tell friends that I have five kids, since I have two furry pups as well! And just as I would ensure my children are eating fun and healthy foods, I want to do the same for our dogs. 52 Weeks of Treats lets me do that now! I adore that I know what they are consuming and that the recipes are simple yet amazing! I especially adore the Special Occasion treats since we always do something sweet to celebrate the anniversary of welcoming our pups to our family.”
JEN JONES | IHEART ORGANIZING

“As a self-proclaimed dud in the kitchen, I am not the first to surround myself with cookbooks.  But as soon as I saw the 52 Weeks of Treats cover, I knew this was a perfect match. Cooking for my dog, Mr. Harvey, has always been very important to me.  Not only does this book give me so many more options that I ever thought possible, but it brings me such happiness knowing that I am keeping my pup healthy and happy with only the best and tastiest dog-safe ingredients..but then again, I wouldn’t expect anything less from the fabulous Serena and Sarah!”
STEPHANIE TODARO | HOUSE OF HARVEYDESIGN SPONGE

52 Weeks of Treats is the perfect modern recipe book for the pet lover or design savvy. Serena and Sarah complied a gorgeous ebook packed with beautifully styled photography, adorable illustrations and recipes your furry friends will sure to devour! While it’s just plain pretty to look at, you will find it irresistible to whip up a tasty treat for your pup.”
JENNIE PRINCE | ODESSA MAY SOCIETY

“Over the last few years, I’ve been making more and more effort to ensure what I eat is good-quality, healthy food, and recently I decided my furry friends deserved the same attention put into their diet. Switching to free-range/grass-fed meat and fresh vegies for them was easy, but I found supermarkets definitely lacked healthy dog treats. Then out of nowhere, the amazing (seriously, it’s stunning!) 52 Weeks of Treats e-book landed in my email inbox.
BREE LAWSON | THE BLOG STYLIST

BUY YOUR COPY OF ’52 WEEKS OF TREATS’ TODAY!

At $12.95AU RRP, each recipe works out at less than 50c per treat!

A FINAL WORD…

+ Firstly I want to say THANK YOU to all of your, our readers, for supporting us daily. Without your feedback and support we would never have dreamed this eBook could be possible. We’d love to hear your thoughts about the eBook in the comment below!

+ We’ll be sharing photos and feedback for 52 Weeks of Treats, so if you get the book and cook some of the recipes make sure you share them and link to us on Twitter (@Pretty_Fluffy), Facebook (@Pretty Fluffy) and Instagram (@pretty_fluffy)

+ Or even if you’re just excited to share our new baby we’d love you to spread the word with tweets, pins and messages of support! Just use the easy share buttons below.

Thank you all from the bottom of our hearts. Now, let’s get cooking!

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Cruelty Free Body Products by Chic Sprinkles

Hi Pretty Fluffies! Since launching our new column on Cruelty Free Living, I’m so happy to have Sarah back today sharing her favourite picks for animal friendly body products:
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Like Serena, being cruelty free is big part of my lifestyle too, and I am so excited that she has started this new column on the blog! How can any product be worth the harm and suffering of innocent animals? In my book it just can’t be justified. I make it a priority not only to check the ingredient labels on my products for chemicals, but also for cruelty free logos. Most products will print it right on the label. If I don’t see it, I get my smartphone out and do a quick check. What’s great is that a lot of brands that are organic/natural, non-toxic, and vegan are more often than not, cruelty free as well, and vise versa. You just have to check the label. Which makes shopping a little easier for all of us!

Being animal lovers yourselves, I am sure you understand why I shop cruelty free. But what about the other stuff? Shopping for organic and non-toxic items is really important to me as well, and I try also to incorporate as many vegan products as possible too. After all, when shopping for beauty and skin products, our goal is too look pretty and feel great, right? So why do we use products with harsh toxins in them that aren’t good for our health, body, or skin. The more chemicals and the less natural ingredients, the more energy our bodies have to spend trying to break them down and detox them out of our systems. Then, those toxins can come out through our skin, causing the total opposite result of what we were actually wanting to achieve.

I haven’t always shopped this way, and up until a little over a year an a half ago I had no clue about any of this. I wans’t even aware of how toxic I myself had become because of it. And believe me I was tox-iick! There were so many bad things in the products that I lathered on my face/skin/hair every single day. I’ve never been one to use a lot of products, but even just my bare necessities were packed with stuff. Now I go about my daily routine a little differently, and I’m learning along the way. I love hearing and learning from you guys too, so please feel free to share any of your advice, experiences, and favorite products! The more we can teach and share with one another, the better off we’ll be in the long run.

Here are the top 5 ingredients* I avoid:

Parabens (i.e. Butylparaben) – skin and eye irritant; endocrine disruptor linked to breast and ovarian cancer; environmental contaminant.

Paraffins - petrochemical bleached with carcinogen acrolyn; releases carcinogens benzene and toluene upon heating; caused kidney or renal system tumor in animals; environmental toxin.

Propylene Glycol - eye irritations and conjunctivitis, as well as upper respiratory tract irritation.

SLS (Sodium Lauryl/Laureth Sulfates) - skin irritant, water contaminant, may be contaminated with carcinogen 1, 4-Dioxane.

Aluminum - strong human neurotoxicant; causes irritation of eyes, skin, and lungs; endocrine disruptor; linked to Alzheimer’s disease and breast cancer; causes birth disorders in animals. This is often found in anti-perspirant. Did you know that aluminum is what causes ugly  yellow sweat stains? Sweat is naturally clear, being that it is only salt and water.

*There are many other toxic ingredient to lookout for when shopping for products for your body and home. If you are interested you can download a full list of harmful beauty ingredients here

Below are some of my favorite body products that I use on a daily basis. I’ve added some of the label highlights under each heading for quick reading. You can purchase them online or in your local natural food + vitamin stores. Enjoy!

Cruelty Free Beauty Picks by Chic Sprinkles | Pretty Fluffy

1. Scotch Naturals WaterColors
Cruelty-free, Non-toxic, Paraben Free, Vegan
Scotch has a beautiful collection of water-based nail polishes in elegant and trendy shades. My favorite is, Neat, which is a milky pale pink. It goes with everything and has a fresh clean look to it. More here.

2. EOS Organic Mint Lip Balm
Cruelty Free, Organic
I keep this little sphere in my purse and use it daily. It glides on smooth and has a nice minty feel. If your dog loves mint, make sure you keep this little gem out of reach. Coco Bean has one tiny weakness that gets her into trouble and it’s this mint lip balm. If she smells it she will dig around until she finds it. My poor EOS sphere has been her victim 3 times. Luckily it’s certified organic so it’s not that big of a deal, well, minus the teeth marks! More here and here.

3. Dr. Bronner’s Organic Spearmint Peppermint Shaving Gel
Cruelty Free, Organic, Vegan
Who doesn’t want minty-fresh smooth legs? That’s what I thought! I’m a sucker for anything mint, and it’s such a pleasant smell to wake up to in the morning. At first I thought it would be weird shaving without a foamy-cream, but it’s actually quite fantastic. More here.

4. Griffin Remedy Omega 3 Grapefruit Body Wash
Cruelty Free, Paraben Free, Vegan
I am prone to dry skin when it comes to fancy body washes. I have very sensitive skin as well, so for me, the less ingredients the better! This grapefruit body wash is packed with omega 3s and is super moisturizing. The scent is light and not too overbearing, and has quickly become my #1 favorite. More here.

5. Nature’s Gate Tea Tree & Biotin Shampoo & Conditioner
Cruelty Free, Paraben Free, Phthalate Free, SLS Free, Vegan
I’ve been bouncing from product to product for what seems like forever, searching for the perfect brand of shampoo and conditioner, and I have finally found it. Both the Tea Tree and the Biotin are without a doubt the best thing I have ever put on my hair, and I am picky. It leaves my hair so bouncy and shiny. Not to toot my own horn, but my hair has never looked better! FYI – Hair products often revamp their look and packaging. When this happens, do a double check to make sure the ingredients didn’t change either. More here and here.

6. Soapwalla Organic Deodorant Cream
Cruelty Free, Aluminum Free, Non-toxic, Natural, Vegan
When switched over to also using non-toxic products, deodorant was my hardest battle. I had no idea that the many deodorants that I had used throughout my life were full of aluminum. Really? That’s what was clogging my sweat glands so that I wouldn’t perspire… and then just hanging out in there? No way! I knew I had to switch. I had numerous trial and errors with sticks, roll ons, and creams. It was wearing me out and leaving me frustrated. I wanted something that A) Was free of chemicals and that terrible aluminum craziness. B) Didn’t make me stink… obviously! C) Had a ‘pretty’ natural scent. I wanted to smell like a girl, not mountain man Joe. Soapwalla is a winner on every level. It’s natural scent is a fresh lavender/peppermint mixture that lasts all day long, even through workouts. It may seem strange ordering it on Etsy, but it should totally win some sort of prestigious deodorant award. Seriously, best deodorant ever. More here.

7. Ojio Extra Virgin Raw Organic Coconut Oil
Cruelty Free, 100% Raw, Vegan
Besides being a staple in my kitchen pantry, coconut oil also happens to be my secret beauty weapon! I use this baby as a body lotion, deep conditioning hair treatment, makeup remover, sunscreen, burn and cut cream, and even lip balm. If your monthly budget starts getting tight, try replacing some of the above products with a jar of this or a similar brand. A little bit goes a long way, so you wont run out for a while. It really is nature’s all-in-one! More here.

8. Jāson Sea Fresh Toothpaste
Cruelty Free, Free of Fluoride, SLS, Preservatives, Saccharin, Propylene Glycol, and Gluten
I’m always on the lookout for quality fluoride free toothpastes, and this one has been my favorite thus far. It’s foamy and minty and makes my mouth feel squeaky clean! More here.

AUTHOR: Sarah Dickerson is a visual designer and photographer from the Midwest who loves animals, all things English, rainy nights, cozy backyard gatherings, twinkling lights, and festive weddings. To see more of her work, visit her website and blog, Chic Sprinkles.

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And the Winner is…

Congratulations to the lucky winners of our Mega Treat Giveaway

PRIZE #1: PAW BY BLACKMORES HAMPER

Winner: WENDY 

“Liked both pages. My golden retriever loves treats! The PAW By Blackmores Hamper would be perfect for her. She has a sore knee so the Osteocare chews sound like a great idea!”

PRIZE #2: BOCCE’S BAKERY BISCUIT TINS

Winner: NANCE GORDON

“We’ve liked both pages and entered to win Bocces Bakery Biscuits tins because Moose’s Motto is: You can NEVER have ENOUGH Bocces Biscuits!”

We will be in touch with you both via email shortly to organise delivery of your prize.

Thank you to everyone that entered! For those that didn’t win, best of luck next time! Make sure you sign up to our Newsletter to the right to make sure you’re the first to know about exciting new giveaways coming up on Pretty Fluffy.

Thanks to Bocce’s Bakery and PAW by Blackmores for supplying such amazing prizes. Make sure you pay them both a visit when your dog is in a mood for treats!

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The Pretty Fluffy Mega Treat Giveaway!

Have I got a treat for you today Pretty Fluffies! It’s your very own chance to win free dog treats for a month. That’s right – healthy, yummy treats for your pooch for a whole month shipped right to your door! Like the sound of that? Then read on…

PRIZE #1: PAW BY BLACKMORES NUTRASTICKS

PAW Nutrasticks are the brand new range of daily pet healthcare treats from PAW by Blackmores. The fab new Nutrasticks range includes daily treats for condition related health concerns such as joint, skin and digestive health, as well as a range of age related daily multivitamin treats for puppies, active and mature dogs.

Developed by vets, these kangaroo healthcare treats are filled with essential vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and omegas – making them great tasting and low allergy.

Seeing as Soda fitted into the ‘Mature’ range and is developing a bit of arthritis, we tried out the Joint Health Nutrasticks…and she LOVED them! It’s so fun to see her chowing down on a treat that I know is doing her insides a world of good!

To discover the full range visit PAW by Blackmores

What’s Up For Grabs?

PAW by Blackmores is pleased to offer the following ‘Healthy Pooch Hamper’ to ONE lucky winner! It includes…

2 x Active Multi Nutrasticks – large dog
2 x Active Multi Nutrasticks – small dog
1 x PAW Osteocare Chews 300g
1 x PAW 2in1 Shampoo 200ml
1 x PAW Lavender Grooming Spray
1 x TriDerm Calming Gel
1 x Probiotic Powder

PRIZE #2: BOCCE’S BAKERY BISCUIT TINS

Hailing all the way from NYC, Bocce’s Bakery have put healthy and yummy pet treats on the map! With their mouth watering range of organic biscuits, I don’t know what’s more to love – just how yummy their flavours sound, or the fact that they use only the freshest, most wholesome ingredients.

With the range including Mac & Cheese, Lobster Roll, The Elvis (Banana & Peanut Butter), and The Big Apple Pie, there is something to treat every dog’s taste buds.

All their treats are 100% wheat free, made with 100% real, organic ingredients – no preservatives, added sugar, salt or chemicals whatsoever. Healthy + Yummy = Fabulous.

For the full range and stockists visit the Bocce’s Bakery Shop.

What’s Up For Grabs?

Bocce’s Bakery are proud to present their wonderful new Biscuit Tins! These colourful, retro tins hold 8oz of yummy dog biscuits, and with a new flavour released every few weeks, you can collect them all! For ONE lucky winner, they’ll get a head start with the following prize pack…

6 x Bocce’s Bakery Biscuit Tins

TO ENTER – AUSTRALIAN RESIDENTS:
1. Follow PAW By Blackmores and Pretty Fluffy on Facebook.
2. Leave a comment below notifying us that you liked the pages AND why your dog want to wins treats for a month! Make sure you include what prize you are entering for: PAW By Blackmores Hamper

TO ENTER – US RESIDENTS:
1. Follow Bocce’s Bakery and Pretty Fluffy on Facebook.
2. Leave a comment below notifying us that you liked the pages AND why your dog want to wins treats for a month! Make sure you include what prize you are entering for: Bocce’s Bakery Biscuit Tins.

RULES:
PAW by Blackmores prize is only available to Australian residents.
Bocce’s Bakery prize is only available to US residents.

One entry per person. Please ensure you leave your correct email address in the comment form email field so we can contact you if you are the lucky winner.

The competition will end on Wednesday, September 26, at 6.00pm Sydney, Australia EST. The winner will be announced Friday, September 28, on Pretty Fluffy. Good Luck!!

Post Photography by Chic Sprinkles and Pretty Fluffy.

UPDATE: The Giveaway has now closed with the winner will be announced on Pretty Fluffy on September 28.

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