Paper Plate Dog Barrier Prevents Licking So Rash Heals Eco Alternative to Elizabethan Collar

Pets

Yes, in case you're wondering, that really is a paper plate that our dog is wearing around his neck.

Dexter models his DIY medical equipment

Seriously. Kids are so darned resourceful. Yesterday our miniature pinscher Dexter had a rash on his belly. So to keep him from licking it while it heals, our clever 15 year-old daughter came up with this innovative solution. She made this in just a few minutes by cutting out a hole in a rigid paper plate, creating an impromptu barrier between his head and body to keep him away from the inflamed area. And guess what -- It worked!

Sure beats the expense of having to take the little guy to the vet and buy an Elizabethan Collar, on of those big plastic cone-shaped contraptions that looks like you're wearing an inverted lamp shade around your neck. Not only is the Elspas invention of a new paper plate application more economical and convenient, it is eco friendly and bio degradable too.

He looks kind of cute & doesn't seem to mind wearing a paper plate!

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Sweepstakes Trip to Los Angeles for MTV The Host Premiere Prize Package ARV $4,095

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Win a trip for two to Los Angeles for MTV's The Host Premiere, tentatively scheduled for March 18 - 19, 2013.

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• 2 Tickets to the Premiere of The Host in L.A.
• Roundtrip airfare for you and a friend to Los Angeles
• Roundtrip transportation to/from airport
• 2 nights hotel accommodations
• In room snacks and treats amenities
• $200 spending allowance for one
• $300 The Grove shopping giftcard
• A transformative makeover for The Host Premiere

ARV of Prize Package is $4,095

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Coffee Bean Tea Leaf $1 Drink Nationwide Full Size One Day Spring Deal - March 7th

Deals

Can't believe it's almost Spring because it seems like only yesterday that Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf was having their Fall $1 Drink Special. Come to think of it I'll never forget how scrumptious the Spring Peach Tea Party Drink was back in 2010. Well time really does fly because another spring season is right around the corner. Now, best of all, it's time for another CB&TL seasonal drink event and you're invited.

Here's one of my triplet daughters with her fave drink: Mucho Mango

My 2 girls & I have been enjoying these specials for years, Photo circa 2010

Loyal MommyBlogExpert readers know how much my family and I love our neighborhood Coffee Bean so I couldn't be happier to share their latest almost free drink day with you all.

This time on offer for just a dollar is a full-size hot or cold Spring beverage. Available nationwide at participating retail locations on March 7, 2013 from 2-6 pm local time only. While supplies last.

Take your pick from these delicious sounding coffee and tea drinks

• Chai Tea Cappuccino
• Scottish Breakfast Tea Cappuccino
• Anniversary Blend Tea Cappuccino
• Agave Nectar Sweet Tea
• Blood Orange Sweet Tea

I think I'm going to try the Blood Orange Sweet Tea on Thursday. How about you? What do you think sounds good? Will you be joining me at Coffee Bean for this special event?

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