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This reinvented dog toy takes K9 wellness to the next level

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Our four-legged family members are at the center of a holistic health revolution. Instead of just indulging in luxury, today’s pet owners are focused on enhancing the overall well-being and happiness of their cherished furry friends. And a pioneering brand called Woof is elevating your dog's wellness journey through thoughtful innovation.

Imagine a dog toy that does more than just squeak or bounce. Imagine a toy that merges playtime with nutritional benefits that extend well beyond a wagging tail. Well, that toy exists, and it's called The Pupsicle.

By making it effortless to entertain your pup with long-lasting, nutritious refill treats, The Pupsicle is the answer to a dog owner's dual quest for both fun and wellness.

The Pupsicle

The Pupsicle is not just about throwing a toy and letting your dog fetch; it combines play with health perks through long-lasting enrichment. In fact, it was just awarded “2023’s Best Enrichment Toy” in NBC’s Best For Your Pet awards. The process to use it is as simple as it is delightful. Begin with a Pupsicle Pop, specially crafted treats made from 9 natural ingredients, like beef, peanut butter, and blueberries. You load one of these into the Pupsicle, screw it closed, and it’s ready to go with a snap and a twist.

Now comes the fun part. Whether you decide to roll it across the room or let your furry friend find it in their favorite hiding spot, the Pupsicle introduces a nourishing element to playtime, letting your pet savor the tantalizing Pupsicle Pops as they engage with the toy. It’s an ingenious way to keep them entertained and nourished for a good 20-40 minutes, giving you a moment to breathe or attend to other matters.

The Pops - A Feast for Your Furry Friend

We've covered The Pupsicle, but now let's dive into the heart of this innovation: the delightful trio of nutritional pops that make every play session a feast!

First up is the classic Pupsicle Pop. Imagine your dog enjoying a treat that not only offers a good time but is also rich with healthy ingredients like collagen-rich tallow and protein packed beef. This pop merges play and nutrition in the most delightful way.

Next, there’s Calming Vitamin Pops, a real game-changer in the canine wellness sphere. These pops are infused with ingredients including Passion Flower, Tryptophan, and Magnesium. This magical trio brings a wave of calmness to your dog, making their playtime not just fun but deeply soothing. It's like a gentle hug to their nervous system, providing a tranquil and joyous playtime experience.

And finally, there’s the 5-1 Vitamin Pops. These versatile pops offer a balanced blend of vitamins and minerals essential for your dog’s well-being. It's a celebration of health, guaranteeing a happy, energetic, and utterly satisfied pup at the end of playtime.

Subscriber Benefits

We've already covered the benefits of the groundbreaking Pupsicle. Now, let's talk about the icing on the cake: the extra perks of being a part of the Woof family as a subscriber. Trust us; this is the kind of VIP treatment both you and your furry friend deserve.

Woof subscribers enjoy benefits that go beyond the average. Not only do you get a steady supply of these marvelous Vitamin Pops at a discounted rate, it also comes with an un-paralleled lifetime warranty on the Pupsicle. And as a valued member, you also get the red carpet rolled out with early access to promotions and sneak peeks into new product (and color) launches.

But don't just take our word for it. The Woof community is bustling with satisfied customers who can't stop raving about their experiences. From tales of transformed playtimes to stories of improved wellness, the reviews are a testament to the Pupsicle's stellar impact. Hearing from fellow pet parents who vouch for the product adds a layer of trust and assurance, affirming that you're making a fantastic choice for your canine companion.

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The Pupsicle from Woof is not just a toy; it's a revolution in canine wellness, striking the perfect balance between fun, nutrition, and health. It offers a whirlwind of fun and a burst of essential nutrients that keep tails wagging happily. And with the holidays fast approaching, the Pupsicle is the perfect stocking stuffer for your four-legged friend.

So don’t wait. Give your canine companion the best in play and nutrition. Click here to learn more and unleash the fun and wellness that The Pupsicle has to offer.

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Single woman shares the hilarious 'deal breaker' she uses when she doesn't want a second date

Jo Brundza has mastered the art of painlessly getting out of a second date by making them reject her.

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How Jo Brundza gets out of a date.

It's uncomfortable for people to tell someone they met for a first date that they aren’t interested in a second one because nobody enjoys hurting another person’s feelings. TikToker Jo Brundza has mastered the art of painlessly getting out of a second date by making them reject her.

How does she do it? Once she realizes she doesn’t want to see them again, she rants about the moon.

“From that realization and on, I spend the rest of the date trying to convince the other person that I don’t think the moon is real,” she says. Now, many folks out there incorrectly believe that the moon landing was faked, but she goes a step further by saying the massive celestial object doesn’t exist at all.

“They’re typically too stunned to argue back,” she says.

@jbrundz
They’re typically too stunned to argue back #fyp #dating #funny #bits

In a follow-up video, Brundza outlines the three arguments she uses to prove that the moon isn’t real:

1. If you know, you know

"I just think it's ridiculous that all these billionaires are going up into space. I mean, when they get up there, what do they expect to be there, or not be up there?"

2. False evidence

"Look, I'm just saying that if you look at the science of how light refraction works when it enters the atmosphere, it would bend it in a way that to the naked eye would look like solid mass, but it's not. Also, at the end of the day, do you know anyone who has actually been to the moon?"

3. Blame Greenland

"Eighty percent of the island is covered in ice and uninhabitable. You're really gonna tell me that's not where the projectors are? Actually, now that I think about it, do you personally know anyone who's ever been to Greenland?"

@jbrundz
Replying to @TySpice Bonus points if you can somehow work in that the sun is fake too #fyp #funny #bits

Works like a charm.

This article originally appeared two years ago.

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17 photos of adorable kids who were born prematurely, now holding their own baby pictures

Love this so much!

OriginalAll photos belong to Red Méthot, who gave me permission to share them here.

Chloé was born at 32 weeks.

Every single day, babies across the world are born prematurely, which means that they're born before 37 weeks of gestation.

In Canada, about 29,000 infants are born prematurely each year, roughly 1 in every 13. But in the United States, around 400,000 to 500,000 are born early. That's about 1 in every 8 to 10 babies born in the U.S.!

Red Méthot, a Canadian photographer and student, decided to capture the resilience of many of these kids for a school photography project.

He's the father of two prematurely born kids himself, so the topic is important to him.

"My son was born at 29 weeks and my daughter at 33 weeks," he told Upworthy a phone interview. "These are the kind of pictures I would like to have seen when my first child was born — they've been through that, and they are great now."

Méthot said he knows not all preemie stories have a happy ending—one of his photos features a child whose twin passed away after they were born prematurely—but for so many kids who come early, they go on to experience a great life.

Meet several of the beautiful kids he photographed:

a little girl holds a black and white photograph of herself as a premature baby

1. Lexiani, born at 25 weeks

Original. All photos belong to Red Méthot, who gave me permission to share them here.