June 22, 2009

THK at the 2009 Loews Surf Dog Competition

The Honest Kitchen was at the Loews 2009 Surf Dog Competition this past Saturday in Imperial Beach, C.A. providing yummy treats and healthy food to the pooches competing for first place in this years event. The event was quite a success! Here is Tyler the winner of the the competition visiting The Honest Kitchen booth with The Honest Kitchen’s very own Frenchie. Below are some pictures of the pooches that participated in the event! Enjoy!

This pooch sure seemed ready to spend a relaxing day at the beach!

This was one lifeguard that that was taking a break from his “Doody”

Hazel is just one of The Honest Kitchen’s biggest fans that came out to celebrate this wonderful event.

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June 16, 2009

The Honest Kitchen & Dirty Dogs at Yappy Hour

Yappy Hour is a once a month local event here in San Diego that is held at Dirty Dogs which is right off of Caramel Mountain Road . The local restaurants even offer half off menus specials for the two legged humans while our furry friends get samples of The Honest Kitchen, spoon fed of course!!!

Last week at Yappy Hour our AWESOME HK Rep Tess even made a batch of Embark Green Brownies for the pooches as a special treat! The dogs loved the brownies and their owners were so happy to know of a new way to prepare Embark for their pets. You can find the Green Brownie recipe on the side of any box of Embark. She may even have snuck a piece or two for herself when no one was looking! That’s how yummy they are!

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The Honest Kitchen & City Dog Host K9’s & Wine Event

K9’s & Wine Event is hosted by City Dog here in beautiful San Diego every Wednesday night at the San Diego Wine and Culinary Center. Come on down next Wednesday with your favorite pooch to enjoy great food, wine, and great friends (two and four legged).  This event is packed full of fun with Honest Kitchen samples,  treats and a gift basket to go home with the winner of the “Talent Contest”. Sorry, only four legged friends qualify for this one! You and your pooch will be sure to enjoy this “Funtastic” event!

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June 5, 2009

Don’t leave your dog at home!

Not everyone is quite as lucky as the staff at THK’s HeadQuarters. We get to bring our hounds to work, every single day. They have to pull their weight, mind you. It’s not all lounging around on the sofas waiting for a belly rub. Oh no! There are ingredients to be purchased, sales to be made, and an unbiased, considered opinion to be offered during taste tests of new creations. BUT - many dogs get left at home most days and never get to see what their guardians spend those long hours. Pet Sitters International sets out to change all that with its annual ‘Take Your Dog To Work Day’ (TYDTWD), which will celebrate its 10′th anniversary on June 26.

Established by PSI in 1999, TYDTWD was created to commemorate the great companions dogs make, and encourage their adoptions from local animal shelters, rescue groups and humane societies. The initiative encourages employers to open their doors to employees’ canine “best friends,” and spread the word about this worthwhile event in their communities.

This year, we’re joining in the fun with a tail-wagging contest! We’re on the prowl for the top 10 dog-friendly companies in San Diego; the winning company’s pooches will receive a special lunchtime delivery of delicious The Honest Kitchen food and treats to their office.

Want to enter?

If your company plans to participate in TYDTWD, send a short submission (no more than 500 words) about why your company is “top dog” when it comes to four-legged office mates – the more unique or compelling the story, the better! Submissions can be emailed to info@thehonestkitchen.com and should include the company name, a brief explanation on how you plan to celebrate TYDTWD or what furry co-workers help add to the office environment. Entries must be received by 5 p.m. PST on June 22.

Good luck!

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May 19, 2009

Did someone say FREE treats?!?!

You heard it correctly, with each $25 purchase you can receive a free 8oz box of Smooches. Who wouldn’t want a free Smooch? Smooches are a delectable cookie made of chicken and cranberry. Heart shaped and full of love, these are sure to be a favorite treat in your home.

Use the Promotion Code “EXPIRED” at checkout for your free box of Smooches!! *Act Fast: Promotion good till 5.21.09* Don’t forget to check back for more specials and free goodies!!

*MUST BE USED AT TIME OF PURCHASE-This code or any previous code can not be added to orders after they have been placed.*

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May 6, 2009

Sunny Days are Back!!!

kylie

One of the perks of being a THK executive are the play days, I mean work days at one of our local beaches. There is nothing like unwinding on a Friday afternoon with some friends.

On this beautiful day Spencer, Kylie, Makai, Chance, Indie, Jackson, Jake and Willow decided that OB dog beach was the place to be scene.

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April 17, 2009

Cowboy

We at THK recently decided we’d like to adopt a rescue Coonhound. The idea had popped into my head a little while ago, and wouln’t leave. No sooner had we talked about the idea, than a handsome Coonhound visited our booth at the Woofstock charity event, for Canine Companions for Independence last weekend. And he was looking for a home! Literally, we’d chatted about adopting a Coonhound over company cocktails on Friday, and Saturday afternoon - there he was. 

Cowboy.  Adorable, charismatic, sometimes stoic, and a very naughty thief: toast, leftover take-out from the trash, some cheese, various dog treats, some soup and about fourteen children’s toys, and counting, just during the two-day trial. But he is SO cute. 

He fit right into the office dog pack of eight, and has the most amazing tail. We’re thinking he’s a keeper. He might not stay Cowboy (since he doesn’t seem to know his name) and we’re thinking he’ll be Indian instead. A spiritual native tribesman with a painted face - or a calm, centered, benevolent yogi - hopefully the new name will sink in and give him a fresh start, and maybe even help him with a reliable recall. More to follow on that little project.

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April 13, 2009

April Showers brings ‘Toxic’ May Flowers

– As buds sprout and flowers bloom, vets are asking owners to make sure the signs of spring remain on trees and bushes, and not in their pets’ stomachs.Several household and backyard plants and flowers can be toxic to animals, they warn. And with Easter around the corner, vets are also reminding people to be cautious of lilies, in particular, one of the deadliest flowers pets can consume.

“People like to buy Easter lilies and we recommend against that for any household that has cats in particular,” said Cori Gross, DVM, a field veterinarian for Veterinary Pet Insurance, the nation’s largest pet insurance company.

“Cats are known to chew on the leaves and can get very sick and die, even. If people do decide to get lilies, they need to keep them away from their pets.”

VPI recently released a list of the most common household items that proved toxic for pets in 2008, based off of 400 insurance claims. Raisins and grapes topped the list, followed then by mushrooms, marijuana, and lilies.

The average amount claimed for plant poisoning this year was $427, according to VPI.

Walnuts, onions, Sago Palm, macadamia nuts, Azalea and Hydrangea also made VPI’s top 10 list.

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March 9, 2009

Watch Us on Food Network!

Get an inside look at The Honest Kitchen, by tuning in March 23rd at 9:30pm ET/PT to watch us on Food Network’s “Will Work for Food” hosted by Adam Gertler. The episode also repeats on March 29th at 4:30pm ET/PT. Learn more about Will Work For Food.
Adam visits The Honest Kitchen in San Diego, Calif., where he whips up healthy dog food from ingredients FDA-approved for human consumption. Based off the traditional Thanksgiving dinner, the canines (and Adam) gobble up his tasty concoction.

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Join us for a Charity Tea Party!

Holistic Pet Food Company and Local Restaurant Team-up to Introduce New Herbal Tea for Dogs and Pet-Friendly Menu

The Honest Kitchen, a Gourmet Pet Food manufacturer, and Café Merlot, a chic fine dining establishment located in the Bernardo Winery, have partnered to host a High Tea for Pups, a one-of-a-kind, whimsical tea party for pooches to celebrate the launch of Lithe Tea, The Honest Kitchen’s newest product – and raise money for San Diego Humane Society.

The event will take place at Café Merlot, on March 24th from 2:30-4:30 p.m., at Café Merlot at the Bernardo Winery, 13330 Paseo del Verano Norte, San Diego, Calif. 92128.

San Diego dog owners are invited to bring their pooches to sample the delectable and healthy offerings being provided by The Honest Kitchen and Café Merlot.

While the event is free-of-charge, attendees are encouraged to offer a $5 donation for each cup of Lithe herbal tea. The Honest Kitchen will donate 100 percent of all contributions to the San Diego Humane Society to support their programs and services.

Those interested in attending are asked to RSVP at 619.985.9519 or via email at Natalie@rkpr.net.

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January 29, 2009

THK Taste Testing Staring Kelso Baby!!!

Nilda and her loving companion Kelso Baby took it upon themselves to show why pups can’t enough of The Honest Kitchen. Just check out this You Tube piece that they made. All that I can say is that Kelso knows what he likes and is not willing to give up a good meal or treat! Thanks Kelso Baby and Nilda!!!

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The 19th Century Pet

I stumbled across a vintage photo dated in the late 1800’s with a boy and the family dog. I was immensely intrigued so dug up more. Its an interesting glimpse into the life of the 19th century pet. Of course, I wonder what they ate? Had to of been all raw or home cooked right? There mustn’t of been commercial pet food.

My Favorite below. The child seems none too pleased to be photographed while their pup is hamming it up!

This one’s somewhat newer but great nonetheless.

More after the fold…

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November 13, 2008

Official THK Hugger!!!

Sometimes all you need is a hug to get you through your day. Well at the Honest Kitchen we have official hugger Makai…and he gives great hugs!

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