Spring Dog Mom box has finally arrived
Ever since I tried my first beauty subscription box, I have been addicted. I like beauty boxes, fashion boxes, boxes for kids, food boxes, and boxes for dogs. Yes, my German shepherd Oska is quite spoiled and deep inside she knows that UPS man in brown is usually a good sign, but still barks. It’s all because she is a good dog and good dogs need to be rewarded.
I am a good dog mom, so I also need to be celebrated somehow. Given all this goodness, I was wondering if there can be something for both of us, together. We are best friends after all and it would be lovely to share something. This is when I discovered that there is, in fact, a box for a dog and its mom. It’s called Dog Mom Box!
A lot of goodies are included in March Dog Mom box
I simply had to try it for myself, so I went to their website and looked around. I read that each box comes with 2-4 items for Oska and 2-4 items for me. These are monthly boxes and that means loads of fun pretty often. When it comes to price, a box for one dog and one hooman is $37.99, one hooman and two dogs – $55.99, and one hooman and three dogs – $69.99. While it’s all not cheap, the first box is 50% off, so I got ours for just $19. I will also try to look for coupons and occasional discounts if I will order from them again. Most subscription companies offer some discount if you choose a few month plan, not just pay on a monthly basis. I will have to look into that too.
Dog Mom Box has something for us and for our furry friends
Every box is shipped before 4th of each month, so we kind of knew when to expect our box. It’s always exciting to try new products, especially when you can share this excitement with your best furry friend.
When our March 2020 box finally arrived, we took some time to sit down and open the box as a family, with Oska directing the whole process. She reached for treat bag and her toy right away as any seasoned gift opener would. So we let her have her goodies first. This is what she received:
Tasty delights from Dog Mom Box
Now it was my turn:
Everything for dogs and about dogs
Oska is happy to get her Dog Mom Box
There was also a Thank You note and encouragement to follow the company on social media. It also said that every box they sell helps a dog in need.
Dog Mom Box is a very polite service
All in all, I was happy with the box, but Oska was even more so. While she enjoyed all her three items, I liked only two of mine and didn’t care that much for the sticker. We are going to order one more box to see if our impression doesn’t change before deciding if we want to become long-term members.
You might’ve heard of The Farmer’s Dog food, but if you haven’t – you should. Reading dog food labels can be a frightening activity, but it’s a necessary one if we want to feed our pets like they are family. Once you read some scary stuff, you will gladly switch from Pedigree to something like The Farmer’s Dog food, even if that’ll cost a bit more.
The Farmer’s Dog food is made of human grade ingredients, so you immediately know that you won’t be dealing with meat byproducts and empty fillers like corn and soy. The food is fresh and doesn’t only taste good, but is balanced to provide all the needed nutrition that comes from meats and vegetables.
To get your dog started, all you have to do is create his profile with basic information and choose a plan. Within days you’ll get ready-to-serve food that has been customized by a vet to fit your canine friend’s exact nutritional needs.
The Farmer’s Dog food guarantees that all the ingredients are human grade, come from local farms, and are USDA approved. The only things you will find there are protein, produce, vitamins and minerals. All the food is made in clean and USDA approved kitchens and is AAFCO-certified.
The Farmer’s Dog foods are just lightly processed and cooked on low temperatures. This is a complete opposite of traditional kibble manufacturing. Everything you’ll receive will be pre-portioned, so no measuring is needed. This brand’s food doesn’t have long shelf life because it is never deep frozen.
The company pays a lot of attention to packaging – everything is either recyclable or biodegradable and non-toxic.
When you first sign up, you will be able to describe your dog’s body type based on a provided diagram. You will also be able to list any medical conditions or allergies your dog has, and describe his usual diet. Activity level and eating style are also required.
After the information is entered, you will get a suggested plan with recipes offered to you. You can examine all the meals and take away the ones you think your furry love won’t like. You can choose between beef, pork, chicken, and turkey recipes. Besides meat you will find plenty of vegetables, such as parsnip, chick peas, spinach, peas, broccoli, carrots, and more. Fish oil and nutritional blend are included in all recipes.
When it comes to price, a lot depends on the size of your dog. Little Chihuahua can eat for $2 per day, while an active German shepherd might require $10.
Just like with everything in life, there are some pros and some cons. Let’s take a look at positive aspects of The Farmer’s Dog:
And here are some cons:
If you have a dog that’s mature and done with training, a picky eater, fancies human grade stuff, is not going to grandma’s house or day care often, and has health problems, definitely give The Farmer’s Dog food a try. It’s very obvious that fresh human grade food is better for dogs. The only reason we all don’t always buy it is most likely the price. Despite those reservations, your dog deserves to eat as well as you do, so see what you can do about it. New customer discounts and special deals make trial of The Farmer’s Dog food very affordable, so create that profile, treat Fido like a family member, and watch him enjoy it!
Farm Fresh to You market in San Francisco Ferry Building
Our modern society is experiencing some unprecedented disruption to our everyday life and we are realizing that we are not as invincible as we thought we were. More and more people in densely populated areas are forced to stay home for long periods of time. We are getting used to working from home and home schooling our kids, because schools are closed and not all businesses are open. Most people are asked to work from home. Shopping is done online these days and that is beginning to include groceries.
Lots of wholesome choices from Farm Fresh to You
We started loving grocery and meal kit delivery a while ago, but after this crisis, shopping for essentials this way might become a widely accepted norm and a way of life. Grocery delivery companies will benefit from it and grocery stores will have to scramble to adjust.
Artisan goodies at Farm Fresh to You market
Talking about food delivery, there is a company that can deliver fresh organic food right to your door, if you are in California, that is. The company is called Farm Fresh To You. They have quite a big market in San Francisco central ferry building, but do most of their business via online orders. The ferry building market is very impressive and always busy. You can find local organic produce, artisan breads, and snacks that you wouldn’t be able to see anywhere else.
Farm Fresh to You subscription box has fresh goods and directions for storage
Ordering food to be delivered is very important today, and groceries from Farm Fresh To You are not just any groceries – they are fresh, local, and organic. You might just get hooked from the first try. We definitely were.
Delivery of local goodies from Farm Fresh to You
There are a few plans to choose from when you visit the website of Farm Fresh To You. First of all, you have to choose the size and type of your box:
Vegetables and dairy supplies delivered from Farm Fresh to You
Then you have to pick a size – regular for $35 or more for $49. We went with Traditional CSA bigger size. You can get your delivery weekly, bi-weekly, every 2, 3, or 4 weeks. We chose every week as we have a family of four and consume lots of fresh foods.
Fruit and vegetables from Farm Fresh to You in California
We also decided to add some additional products, mostly dairy. There is a great variety of snacks that can also be added. We love all those options as it is not clear how long the virus will be around and when will it be safe to go shopping again. It’s very nice to get everything delivered to you and to know that you are getting organic fresh produce.
Dairy staples from Farm Fresh to You delivery box
Our order arrived within a few days and we were overjoyed. It was so full of products that love every day and with no need to go to any grocery store and have social contact. I think we will keep this service even after corona virus is an unpleasant, but distant memory.
This is what we got in our first shipment that came in two different boxes:
With all the goodies we received, I think we will be able to wait this corona outbreak out and come healthy on the other side. As California is entering ‘stay put’ orders, this service might be a lifesaver for many people, especially in higher risk groups.
Amazing vitamin sources from Farm Fresh to You
Get you vitamins from fruits and veggies, people!
In my quest to find the best subscription box, I have discovered Globe In and was immediately intrigued and mesmerized by them. It’s different than all othzers not only because it has items and artifacts from all over the world, but also because it really carries many messages with it – fair trade, handmade, environment and healthy body support.
Globe In reminds me of Cause Box a little bit, but takes the message and the cause to the next level. The company features items made by artisans in developing countries, uses fair trade products, provides employment and exposure for underprivileged people, and gives back with donations. If you care about those values in general, this box is for you.
You will be getting items and products for home, beauty supplies, health for mind and body, and even home-made remedies recipes (avocado honey lemon face mask anyone?). I think it’s a unique subscription box and products that it brings would be hard to collect randomly on our own, at least for me.
What makes me love this box more than anything else is the support it gives to communities that need help not only here, but around the world. I am using all the items I received and want to take care of every one of them because of how meaningful they all are.
The selection of items in Globe In box reminds me of stuff you could find at a local farmers market – hand made locally, with sustainable materials, and that warm feeling. I can visit farmers markets any time I want, because I live in Sothern California, but many people in other locations don’t have such opportunity, and in their case Globe In is a very nice option.
While Globe In is not the cheapest box on the market, you know that your money will be changing the world and making an impact. There are also various ways to save a little:
My first Globe In box was red and had Fragile sign on it. It looked fairly big and I couldn’t wait to open it. This is what I found inside:
I was so impressed with my first Globe In box that I am planning to sign up for at least 3 months and see what other wonderful items I will be getting!