Casper, also known as the “no hope staffie” has brought hope for his breed, which is often frowned upon. This gentle guy has had some rough times. At 8 months old he was taken to a shelter due to complaints from neighbors that his owners had been starving him and left him outdoors at all times only to be tied to a tree.

He was taken to a South Central shelter where he was sure to be put down. Casper only weighed 22 lbs, which is an unthinkable weight for his age and breed. The promising part of the story is that when people saw him word of mouth begin to spread he was given another chance and now resides at Marley’s Pit Stop Rescue where he was given the opportunity to pack on some pounds, get healthy and experience love…probably for the first time.

He has now won the hearts of many who have helped him through his fighting chance at survival and is now looking for the right human(s) to spend his life with.

If you would like to learn more about Casper or interested in making him a part of your family please visit www.pitstoprescue.com

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Friday is here and so is another giveaway. With your online order of $30 you will receive a free 4 lb box of Thrive.

Thrive is our gluten-free, low carbohydrate dog food. This diet was designed to cater to dogs of all life stages including adults, puppies, pregnancy and nursing. Thrive is ideal for sensitive dogs who need gluten-free dog food but with a little grain, to help maintain a healthy body weight.

Thrive is a very minimalist, nourishing diet which is also recommended for dogs with sensitivities: It contains NO fruits, potatoes or flax.

Ingredients:Hormone-free Chicken, Organic Quinoa, Sweet Potatoes, Spinach, Parsley, Organic Kelp, Rosemary, Vitamins and Minerals

Suitable For:All life stages; puppies, pregnancy, lactation, active adult dogs & healthy seniors. Thrive is naturally low-carb, with just 37% carbohydrates. Low carb diets are often indicated as part of a holistic approach to cancer recovery.

Use the Promotion Code “EXPIRED” at checkout for your FREE Thrive 4lb box!! *Act Fast: Promotion good till 6.29.08* Don’t forget to check back for more specials and free goodies!!

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This past Friday was such a beautiful day that fellow co-worker Raquel and I decided to pack up the crew (Mosi, Willow, Charlie, Makai, Coco and Kylie) and head down to dogs beach. Six of them and two of us was going to make for an interesting adventure.

We pulled the car up to the side of the office, opened up the back and in a seconds we had all six dogs in the back. I knew from their excitement that this was going to be a fun day at the beach. I’ve never had so many dogs in the car and they were all crazy except Coco our resident schnauzer. She managed to curl her self up on the back seat awaiting our destination. I wish I could of said the same for some of the other’s. We had dogs flying over the seats, jumping into laps and enough drool to fill a swimming pool.

Once we finally found a parking spot the real fun began. Raquel opened the back and all we saw was six heads wondering if they were going to be the first one out. It was pure craziness. We managed to get them on their leash and started for the sand. Half way to the water I gave up. The sand was so hot and the dogs where going to give me a free ride through the sand so I had to let them go. All I saw after that was fur flying. I couldn’t even make them out they became a streaking blur racing for the water. It was a race and the finish line was a cool and refreshing dip in the water.

The next couple of hours was a blast. We all ran through the water, played in the sand and enjoyed the beautiful sunny San Diego day! It was just what we all needed.

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The Barking Lot is a local animal rescue here in San Diego that is operated by a fellow animal lover Stacy. She started this small organization a few years ago with fostering a dog named Patti Cake, which lives with her still to this day.

Stacy recently came to our rescue when we found a cute but scraggly dog wondering the streets of Downtown San Diego. He was running through the trolley station scared and confused. Luckily we were able to get a hold of him and brought him back to our office. The poor guy was covered in urine and had bubble gum stuck in his fur. Instantly we knew he needed a bath or two. So we lathered him up, fed him and he fit right into the pack. I have to admit that I got attached to him. He is so sweet and loving and I know will make some human very happy.

The unfortunate part of it was that none of us were able to bring him home. But thanks to Stacy and The Barking Lot, Trolley, (that’s what we named him) will be given a great opportunity to find a loving family that will treat him with all the love and respect that he deserves.

Small organizations like The Barking Lot depend on donations so they can help these animals find homes. They do wonders for them like spaying or neutering, vaccines, feeding and fostering them till they are adopted. It’s a lot of work and takes a lot of dedication. If you would like to learn more or make a donation to help one of the many dogs that are awaiting adoption at The Barking Lot then you can visit the site by clicking on the link below.

The Barking Lot

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I swear people really love our stainless steel tin cause every time we post it the orders come rolling in. So by popular demand the tin is back making it’s third appearance in our giveaways.

Our food storage canisters keep out air, moisture and most inquisitive hounds, too. They hold more than 10 lbs of Honest Kitchen food and stow away neatly - or sit proudly on a counter top

Use Promotion Code “EXPIRED” at checkout for your FREE storage tin!! *Act Fast: Promotion Only Good till Thursday, 6.27.08* Don’t forget to check back for more free goodies!!

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Believe it or not we make a cat food too and we didn’t want to forget about our kitty customers. So with each online order of $15 you will receive a 2lb box of Prowl!!!

Our first dehydrated raw cat food option. Prowl is a natural, cat food recipe specially formulated for even the fussiest of felines. A higher protein, grain-free cat food, this formula can stand alone or act as a base for your own homemade cat food diet.

Ingredients:Hormone-free chicken, eggs, potatoes, yams, flaxseed, zucchini, spinach, honey, cranberries, rosemary, vitamins and minerals.

Suitable For:Adult Maintenance. Prowl can also be fed to kittens, when supplemented with additional meat.

Use the Promotion Code “EXPIRED” at checkout for your FREE Prowl 2lb box!! *Act Fast: Promotion good till 6.18.08* Don’t forget to check back in June for more specials and free goodies!!

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June gloom is non-existing in sunny San Diego, where our beautiful office resides. To welcome in the warm weather the blog will be hosting specials for the rest of the month. Yes, more free giveaways and coupon codes are on the horizon.

Not familiar with our food then we will be happy to give you a free sample. Just send us your mailing address, the age of your pet, activity level and if they have any special needs (such as allergies) to blog@thehonestkitchen.com. We will be thrilled to send a sample out to you and if your pup or kittie is barking/meowing for more or can’t keep their nose out of the bowl then we will extend a one time offer of 20% off your first order. Psssst…it has to be used by the end of the month.

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Looking out from my desk area

The desk on the right is mine…of course I was disappointed I didn’t get a window, but who am I to complain, I love my spot! Lucy & I (we share this wing of the office) have decided to go for a southwestern theme. I already have a few baby cactus on my desk, which are awesome!! Only problem is the big dogs try to sniff them and it wont be pretty when one gets a face full of those annoying little invisible thorn things. I’ve been perusing the West Elm, Pottery Barn & Target websites for more southern style accent pieces…on my breaks of course…

Lucy & I are certain we’ll have the creme de la creme of office space come a few weeks. No one else has the impeccable interior design skills we posses! Right Lucy?!

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A really cool pic of Mosi, Chairman of the Board, chilling out on Lucy’s weird faux sheepish rug. He’s a handsome man eh?!

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The blog is growing cobwebs and being overran by rodents and stray birds, Yes, I know!! A few bums have even moved in. I apologize for our dormant phase. The Honest Kitchen just moved to a new shiny-pretty office!! Our old home was a bit too big so we decided to downsize and get something more to our liking. The new place is VERY cool and has almost as much character as all us employees. The best part is, we have an unobstructed view of the Petco Baseball Stadium, Home of the San Diego Padres! Of course, my desk is the best of the bunch ;-)…Me & Stitch (my puppy) love our new workspace.

I’m trying to get all the photos uploaded onto the computer, so bare with me, but I promise I will share with you all very soon!! We’ve also got a bunch of new specials planned of all the loyal blog readers. Stay tuned…

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“May Madness” is coming to and end but no worries because June is sure to bring new specials and free giveaways. To end our last special we have chosen one of our most popular items. With your online order of $35 or more you will receive a 4 pound box of Embark!!!

Embark is our grain free, low carbohydrate dog food. This diet was designed for dogs of all life stages including active adults, puppies, pregnancy and nursing.

Ingredients:Hormone-free USDA turkey, organic flaxseed, potatoes, celery, spinach, carrots, coconut, apples, organic kelp, eggs, sesame seeds, bananas, cranberries and rosemary.

Suitable For all life stages; puppies, pregnancy, lactation, active adult dogs. Low-carbohydrate: 35% carbs.

Use the Promotion Code “EXPIRED” at checkout for your FREE Embark 4lb box!! *Act Fast: Promotion good till 5.31.08* Don’t forget to check back in June for more specials and free goodies!!

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Shawney is a 12 year old Retriever mix that is up for adoption at FOCAS, one of our local San Diego Animal Shelters. How cute is that smile and can you believe that she is 12, she doesn’t look a day over one.

She has a sad story like most pets that end up in shelters. Her owner passed away and she didn’t have anywhere to go. She found a temporary home at FOCAS and hopes to find a new loving home where she can spend her golden years. She is deaf but I can tell you from experience all you need is a little extra time and patience. Ideally her perfect companion would be retired or someone who works from home. She is house trained, likes walks and also enjoys the company of other animals.

If you would like more information on Shawney please visit FOCAS or call Carol at 619-871-3205.

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Today feels like a day for some Smooches, so with every online order you’ll receive a FREE jar of Smooches. A delectable treat of Chicken and Cranberry cookies just for your pup!

Smooches are a delicious wholesome treat or convenient aid to training. They are completely natural and hand-made with 100% human edible ingredients-but we baked them for your dog to eat-not you!

Ingredients:
100% human grade barley flour, USDA chicken, molasses, filtered water, eggs, organic virgin coconut oil, cranberries, aged parmesan cheese. No artificial preservatives, flavors or colors whatsoever.

Use Promotion Code “EXPIRED” at checkout for your FREE jar of Smooches!! *Act Fast: Promotion Only Good till Friday, 5.30.08* Don’t forget to check back for more free goodies!!

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Not only is today Friday (TGIF), but we are ready to giveaway more free stuff in our “MAY MADNESS” special. With your online order of $25 or more you will receive a 4 pound box of Verve!!!

The diet that started it all, the original dehydrated raw dog food. Verve is made with beef and organic grains. This diet is an excellent option for those who want a more wholesome and less processed meal for their pets. Like all our recipes, Verve is 100% human grade dog food.

Use the Promotion Code “EXPIRED” at checkout for your FREE Verve 4lb box!! *Act Fast: Promotion Good for One Day Only 5.24.08* Don’t forget to check back on Tuesday for more free goodies!!

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