*This is a compensated campaign in collaboration with AvoDerm Dog & Cat Food. All opinions are 100% mine.
Three years ago, our family decided that we wanted to welcome a new member into our home. Being that we donate regularly to our local rescue shelter, we knew that adopting a rescue dog was the right decision for us. We headed out to the shelter as a family and finally chose our new pet, Onyx. His name is extremely fitting because his fur is predominantly black except for a patch of white fur along his stomach and chest.
As soon as we brought Onyx home, he went about making himself comfortable right away. Since the beginning, he has always been a handful and regularly helps himself to any slippers or socks that are left unattended. I like to say that his behavior was part of being a puppy but, now that he is three years old, he still takes these things and I have to admit that he is not at all well behaved.
We take very special care of Onyx and that includes choosing the right food for him and bathing him regularly to maintain his healthy skin and coat. AvoDerm premium dog and cat food formulas are loaded with high quality meat proteins, wholesome grains, antioxidant nutrients plus vitamins and minerals for inside health and California avocados for healthy skin and coat on the outside. I feel good about feeding Onyx AvoDerm because their pet food contains some of the same ingredients that my doctor has told me are good for my diet.
AvoDerm is asking pet lovers to share photos of their pet for a chance to win pet store gift cards, AvoDerm product and the grand prize, which is a Photo Shoot with award-winning photographer, Mark Rogers! The contest will have three phases with entry and voting periods for each.
Glow and Tell Facebook Contest:
Period 1- Theme: Shine On
The best nutrition makes pets shine with good health from the inside out. Show us your pet’s glow!
Entries 6/25 – 7/8
Voting 7/11 – 7/17
Period 2- Strut Your Stuff (Your Pet in Action)
Optimum nutrition makes a pet feel like kicking up their heels. Show us your pet in action – running, playing or just strutting their stuff.
Entries 7/22 – 8/4
Voting 8/7 – 8/13
Period 3- Friends for Life (Expressions of dog’s or cat’s affection)
You want to feed your pet high-quality food because you want the best for them. And in return, they give you lifelong friendship and unconditional love. Show us how your pet expresses that love.
Entries 8/16 – 8/29
Voting 9/4 – 9/10
Show off your pet’s healthy glow with AvoDerm’s Glow & Tell Facebook photo contest and use the hashtag #AvoDermGlow You can enter the Glow and Tell Facebook Contest HERE!
As you can see from our photos, Onyx has no problem hamming it up in front of the camera (Thanks to an AvoDerm biscuit or two.) You can enter the Glow and Tell Facebook Contest and try AvoDerm Dog and Cat food with your own furry baby because they are giving away a $5 coupon to pet parents. Sign up for their newsletter and download the coupon HERE. Hopefully your pet is much more well behaved than our Onyx is but, even if he isn’t, you will help to feed his glow with AvoDerm!
Let’s discuss: What is your pet’s name and how do you keep him or her healthy and glowing?
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I have a cat and a dog and I keep them both healthy with yearly check ups and shots, quality food, exercise and love.
I have 6 cats and a dog. I keep them healthy by spaying/nuetering, vet visits and a healthy diet. Of course alot of love and attention is involved in all of the above. Our dog Odin thinks he is a cat becausse he is so outnumbered so we spoil him with extra walks in fun and different places.
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We help to take care of a friend’s dog when they travel. My son really, really wants a dog of his own. I really like the idea of products that make pets healthy, especially from the inside out.
zena was ready her name and she was a rescue puppy…we get her regular check-ups at the vet and lots of exercise.and the most important is a well balanced diet
We are a Cat family here. I’ll talk about our “princess” Dottie, a 7 yr. old tuxedo who thinks she’s human. We try to give her food that’s healthy for her, play and love on her (alot) and groom her often. She prefers a comb over a brush. 🙂 Thanks for the chance to win!
I have a miniature poodle named Cocoa. I keep him healthy and glowing by brushing him, taking him to the groomer, feeding him well, and giving him plenty of exercise.
I have a Jack Russell Terrier named Runt. Yes, she was the runt of the litter. I keep her healthy by feeding her good quality dog food and giving her regular exercise. She is 15 years old!
We have two Great Pyrenees, Nanuk and Snowflake. They are total polar bears and so huggable! As they have sensitive stomachs, what we feed them is of the utmost importance.
I have a maltese named monroe and I walk her daily so she stays healthy.
Dachshunds – Dexter, Skippy, and Rawlin. Merrick duck and sweet potato.
I have a black lab named Jack. I feed him healthy food and make sure he gets lots of exercise.
my dog’s name is disco and i like to feed him all natural food and keep him groomed and his teeth clean to make him healthy.
Our pet’s name is Vince. We keep him healthy by feeding him the best dog food, walking and bathing him.
My dog’s name is Gizmo. I keep him healthy by taking him for daily walks and he eats good healthy food.
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I have a Puggle named, Dixie and a Chihuahua named, Pookie. I walk them everyday and feed them healthy food and give them a lot of love.
We have a white west highland terrier named Hamish. He’s a crazy one! 🙂
We have a puggle named Abby. We like to play with her and take her for walks.
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I have a German Shepard/Rottweiler mix named Bullet and he is a great dog. I do give him supplements and try to choose healthy food that doesn’t contain a lot of garbage.
My cat is Sophie. I keep her healthy and looking good by feeding her the best foods I can find and by grooming her daily.
we have a bulldog named zero and a tubby tabby manx named buttons- i make sure to feed them high quality grain free foods and sometimes we make our own treats for them as well
we have a cat named tulip, we make sure to keep her clean, with her flea treatments and feed her good food.
I have two dogs, named Champ and Coco. I keep them healthy by feeding them quality food, not whatever is cheaper. I also make sure they are up to date on their vaccinations. Plenty of fresh water and lots of playtime is also a must.
I have a dog named Oscar. We keep him healthy by taking him out for walks, and feeding him good quality food.
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We have a miniature longhaired dachshund who is the love of our life. We feed her high quality food always and regular vet checks.
I Have 2 Dog’s Named Simon And Rascal, We Feed Them Nutritious Meals, Take Them To The Vet And Give Them Exercise.
I have a long haired, tortoise shell cat. I spoil her with her favorite food and a weekly treat of liver. She also gets lots of brushing for her coat.
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Smokey, Chesney, Gando, Jakey, and we keep them glowing and growing by feeding them well, taking them to the vet regularly, and loving them to pieces.
Peanut – and with the right food!
Our pet’s name is Max, we keep him healthy and happy by taking him to daily walk/exercise in addition to provide him natural pet food.
My cat’s name is Tiny (and no she’s not tiny anymore, lol) but I give her a bath w/shampoo every month.
We have a Shih Tzu named Emmett. He gets monthly grooming and vet visits. He is pretty spoiled.
We have a dog named Milo and we give him lots of baths. He LOVES getting baths!
We have a rescue dog, named Johnny. He has been the best dog ever for our family and just seems grateful to be with us every single day. We have to brush him often and make regular visits to the groomer but he really enjoys it now. I think we may have him spoiled.
My bro-in-law’s pup Suede is always taken for walks, bathed and loved on to get him looking as awesome as possible 🙂
We used to participate in rescues when we lived in California. So rewarding to place them with a loving family. Good for you for adopting!
These look great! I have a black lab named Darla.
Looks like a happy and healthy pet – they do need to be healthy too!
What a beautiful dog. I will have to check out their products, I have a cat with special dietary needs and it is hard to find foods for her. I have not heard of this company so hopefully they will work.
I have a yorkie mix, named Sam, and I feed him a nutritious food, play with him alot and take him for walks.
Thanks for the chance to win this prize!
What a pretty dog! We’re going to get our first pet this weekend. A dog!
We have a cat at home named Abby. I would love to get a dog though, I have my heart set on getting a borador (half lab and half border collie).
I would love to open my home to a furry little friend but I’m more afraid of my daughters fighting over who will get to share him more. They are so great with my neighbors dog but when we babysat him over the weekend they kept fighting to hold him. I’m torn. How adorable is Onyx 🙂
I have three, yes 3 (!!) Fur babies and I love them all very much; only the best for my pups what a fun giveaway and the products sure sound interesting, I had never heard of that company, gonna check them out. Thanks for sharing
Onyx looks like such a sweetie! I’m going to tell my parents about these products. We don’t have a dog yet, just two cats.
Our cats names are Lucy and Snotty – 9 & 11 years.
We play with them often for weight control and feed them good quality hard and soft food.
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Onyx looks like such an adorable dog! I don’t have a dog, I’ve got a couple of cats though.
Onyx is so beautiful! We have a black kitty named CoCo and a white doggy named Taffy…and a lot of HAIR at our house LOL We make sure they eat healthy food, take their vitamins and play lots every day!
what a cute doggie you have. It’s important to take good care of your pet.
You have a cute dog. Our cat’s name is Onyx as well. We also have a black dog named Dash.
Well behaved or not, your Onyx is a beauty. It sounds like you think carefully about the products you use.
Love the name Onyx. I’ve never heard of this product line before.
We just got nre puppies this week- so I have been stalking blogs for pet info! Thanks- will check this out!
What a cutie! We have a dog that matches his description. Her name is Abby and she is also black all over with a strip of white along her stomach.
Onyx looks super happy and healthy!! I don’t have a pet! Unless I count the hubby? Hehehe
Love the pictures! Onyx is adorable! Makes me miss my Newfoundland.
Sounds like great dog food products. I lost my dog several years ago and then moved so we are thinking about finally getting another.
Our dogs are Macaroni and Jezebel. We try to keep the healthy with frequent exercise and a healthy diet.
We have three dogs. Rocky, Sasha and Dexter and they are big babies. We take them to the vet for regular checkups and shots. And we try to feed them food that is good for them and not full of garbage.
I haven’t heard of this brand before, but it does sound like a good company. We have to feed our male boxer grain free food, so I am not sure if this would work for him, but the other doggies would love the products!
I haven’t heard of this brand before, but I will look into it for my Rufus! he is a spoilt doggie and would love this I think
I have two rescue dogs and we brush them regularly and bathe them when needed. Love, love, love our pooches. We also make sure they have plenty of exercise.
I have a dog named Jasper and a cat named Bugsy. I keep them healthy by getting them checkups often, feeding them premium food, and exercising them regularly. Also giving them lots of love.
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I have a dog named Zoey and a cat named Buddy and they both were adopted from the SPCA and I keep them healthy by visiting the vet and getting all the shots they need and annual visit.
We have a yorkie named Bentley that gets treated like he’s family. He’s the sweetest, most loving, most protective guy ever. We just love him so much!
We have a mixed breed rescue named Lucky Maggie. She’s an older pup, but does great with our family including the 1 1/2 year old. You would think she’s been in our family for years and not just a few months. We are still learning what food is best for her because she has multiple allergies, but we work with the vet to keep her healthy!
Looks like a pretty great product line. I do not have a pet though 🙁
Onyx is so sweet! Our dog is Charles and we make sure to give him his heartworm and flea meds monthly and also feed him good quality food…and some scraps!
we have a wonderful black lab named Jackson. we keep him healthy and glowing by buying good quality dog foods for him
What a great and fun prize! I really miss being able to have a pet sometimes (son’s allergies). 🙁
I have 2 dogs Dexter and Blue, I keep them healthy and glowing by lots of love, lots of walks and good food and water!
Our cat’s name is Milkie. We try to ensure that we keep her hydrated in the hot weather and keep fresh water a few times a day… as well as feed her of course 🙂
Her name is Zoey. We feed her good quality food, make sure she always has fresh water, give her regular exercise and brush her weekly.
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We have 2 dogs Sugar and Cinnamon. Plenty of water we feed them beniful
I am a big dog lover but right now I don’t have one in my life. Soon though, I am just waiting for everyone to be out of diapers!
I have two dogs and it is so important that they are taken care of! Thank you for sharing this product, I need to check them out!
My pup is audrey and i take her on long walks to keep her healthy
I have a rescue dog named Rotten. He is a Llaso Apso and only has one eye. I keep him well with exercise and good food.
i have a shepherd named Nala – shes a wonderful dog and we feed her extra goodies to help her coat shine!
My dog is named Ally. I give her omega chews to help her coat and it also helps her shedding.
My dogs name is Murphy! I adopted him from our local rescue a couple years ago…he was having a hard time finding a new forever home being older…he was 7 and a large dog. I try to keep him healthy by watching what foods and treats I give him!
Our dog’s name is LaSimba- We adopted her a couple years ago. We keep her healthy by feeding her good, quality food and taking her for walks and playing outdoors with her!
We have fish, lots of fish but I haven’t named them. We also have mudfish, snails, minnows, etc. I want to get a cat but we are waiting for our sons to get older to help take care of the cat. We started with fish so they learn how to take care of creatures.
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It takes a lot of time and patience to have pets! I have a dog Arnold (Parsons Terrier), and two puppies (mini Italian Greyhounds) Vinny + Enzo I try not to let them get human food, make sure their food & treats are made in USA with no odd ingredients and the water bowl is full, let them play at the park or go for long walks, keep them up-to-date on shots, and bathe them when needed.
Our dog’s name is Bones and we keep him healthy and glowing by giving him bath’s (outside) once every week or two.
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Kids and pets make the best photos. A healthy pet is a happy pet!
our dogs names are sam,dolly, and lily.we feed them good food and take them on lots of walks.
we have 1 dog called buddy,he is 3 y old and we keep him healthy,by healthy diet and plenty of runs outside.
her name is lily. We feed quality foods, and give her a bath every week
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I have a dog named Zag and two cats. We give them organic food to keep them healthy. Entered your Kohl’s giveaway
My pet is a black lab named Molly. We feed her good food and brush her to keep her healthy and glowing.
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Not sure why this platform keeps deleting my comments, but my original comment said my dogs name is Chi-Chi and we keep him active but walking him, playing fetch, and letting him run around the park.
My dogs name is Abby. We keep her active by walking her and playing fetch with her. We keep her coat looking good by bathing her and brushing her several times a week.
I entered the Kohl’s giveaway. Thanks for all the great giveaways.
we have a cat named scout. we feed him yummy food and he gets plenty of outside time to stay happy
We have a labradoodle named Coco. We feed her good food and make sure she visits her vet regularly.
Our cat is Simba and we take her to the vet.
Abby is a black lab and we feed her high quality food and make sure she has all her shots.
Nancy is a 3 year old chug.. I make sure she gets a bath once a month as well as good food.
My dog is Jack. I give him Missing Link, ground flaxseeds, and fish oil. It makes his coat incredibly shiny and soft!
Well, I claim my son’s, my daughter’s, and my sister’s pets as mine. There’s Lady, Blue, Toby, Duchess, Gumba, Bella, and Neeko. Four crazy dogs (really) and 3 cats. My sister spends tons of money on special food for her cats, and even gets Gumba’s at the vet. I don’t really think there is anything special being given to any of them to give them a glow though.
Our dog is named Scooby. I use a hydrocortizone cream on him for his hot spots, would love to try this.
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We just got a new family member. A 3 month old kitten and her name is Fancy. We’re just now finding out what the best foods are for her.
We have 2 kitty cats (Milo & Karma) and we keep them healthy by feeding them healthy food! They are pretty much self cleaning (LOL), but at least once or twice a year we give them a bath anyway! And no, they don’t like it at all!
We have 4 cats and 2 dogs. We keep them healthy with regular vet visits and a balanced diet. And of course a lot of love.
I just got my first puppy last week. He’s a cutie named Rocket. I am trying to keep him healthy by following vet’s orders for now, but I see some good advice here.
Our dogs name is Max. He was a rescue so he was already named…sometimes we call him Maximus! We keep him healthy by taking him on lots of walks and feeding him healthy food. Thanks for the chance!
I have a dog named Chloe. We keep her healthy by regular vet checks every 6 month, monthly flea treatments, baths and good quality food!
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My dog’s name is Charlie and we keep him healthy by taking him to the vet and feeding him food with more food than filler
Our puppy is named Chade and we keep his diet healthy and lot’s of exercise.
We have a Pom A Poo named Saydee who is our baby, we keep her healthy by feeding her high quality foods and giving her lots of love and attention.
My one dog is a black lab and he has the shiniest coat. We feed him healthy food and plenty of exercise.
My dog’s name is Abbott Mumford. I keep him healthy by loving him and feeding him healthy. I also make sure he gets exercise.
Radar goes to the vet regularly and gets lots of love.
My dog’s name is Ryder, and I keep his coat healthy by feeding him healthy food and brushing his fur on a regular basis.
I have a 3 year old Chug named Mason and a 1 year old Pitbull named Kash who stay healthy with regular vet visits and eating food the vet recommends.
Pippi is our Australian Shepard and we buy food that has probiotics in it. We also brush her a lot.
My dog’s name is Charlie, we keep him healthy by only giving him all natural dog food.
We have four pets. 2 dogs Marley and Colby and 2 cats Moses and Scooter.
I always try to find food for them that is as naturally made as possible with little to no grain, give them lots of love and exercise and make sure that they see the vet regularly.
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Myrtle is our basset hound. She is a big walker so she stays healthy by exercising regularly…
Her name is Waffles and I feed her high quality food, take her on plenty of walks and treat her like the diva that she is.
his name is charlie and we watch his diet and regular trips to the vet. he hates that. and lots of love and pets.
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My dog’s name is Armani. He likes to run around the backyard with my nephew and we give him baths regularly.
My cat’s name is Desiree and I keep her healthy by feeding her high quality food, grooming her regularly, providing fresh water several times a day and taking her to the Vet for regular check-ups.
I try to keep my animals healthy by feeding them ‘good’ food and giving them supplements daily. Two of our dogs are older so the supplements are for their bones and teeth. We also have a puppy that we give puppy supplements.
Our cats names are Mushu and Nikko. We keep their coats healthy by feeding them quality and nutritious food that is not only good for their health, but their fur as well.
My cat’s name is Maddy. I keep her coat healthy with regular brushing, good hydration and quality food.
My pet’s name is Roland and I keep him glowing by feeding him good food made from real meat and not corn or by-product.
I love our little Ki Ki she is getting older so we keep her going to the vet and keeping up with flee app etc.
Pantera and we keep him healthy by giving him good food and keeping him fit.
My cat just passed away like a month ago but she lived to be 17 so we just made sure she ate well and went in for vet checkups. Right now we have a goldfish named goldy.
Her name is Bella and we take her to the vet regularly, feed her the best food that we can and just love her the way she is suppose to be. Thank you!
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our 2 dogs are named petey and ace, I make sure they are active and give them healthy food
I have 4 dogs: Bella, Pippa, Kate, & Copper. Kate is our “problem” when it comes to cleanliness. She is very oily. We have to feed her special food, take her to the vet for cortizone shots, and bathe her weekly. The other 3 get great food, vet care, and lots and lots of petting and love.
Our pet is a toy poodle named Peaches. We feed her good food & treats & try to stay on top of her vet care.
My furbaby is named Bailey she is a King Charles Caviler Spaniel and the love of my life. One of the ways I take care of her is feeding her quality food. She eats Hills Science Diet. We also go for daily walks as that is important.
I have a dog named Lilly, we give her a bath every week and brush her every night.
We have one dog named Skully. We feed him food that is healthy for him.
My dog is named Tucker. We feed him healthy food and bathe him regularly. We rescued him!
We have three cats, Caboodle, Athena and Miracle. We feed them food with meat as the first ingredient and keep them indoors. Thanks!
i have two cats named lilly and bud and i keep them healthy and glowing by feeding them better quailty food.
I have three bulldogs: Duke, Rose, and Blaze. I keep them healthy and glowing by using Oatmeal shampoo and taking them for walks and visits to their favorite place- Petco!
Our pets are named Princess, Hershey and Rocky. We feed them quality food, take them to the vet, groom them and make sure they get enough exercise.
I have two girls. Carmela and Cinders. I love how thick and beautiful their coats are!!! I take real good care of them bathing and brushing them. I use an Oatmeal soap by Hartz then keeps it so shiny!!! matter of fact i just washed them both last night. they had little melt downs..it was so cute!
we brush her regularly and shampoo regularly as well.
Her name is Heidi and she’s a rescue dog. She gets groomed often and eat a healthy diet.
We have a Westie named Terra. She has allergy problems, but we bathe and brush her regularly. We make sure she has a quality diet too.
Mickey and Gizmo and I give them vitamins