Fresh Patch

September 6, 2020

Why Real Grass?

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I had two major issues when I got a puppy. I love my little fur baby, but I do not love his shedding! This was my first problem – pet hair and dander. I was hoovering near enough every day, and yet still I would come home to tufts of fur rolling across my wooden floor like a tumbleweed in a desert. It used to drive me mad. Only recently did my friend tell me about how effective a steam mop is at cleaning up any pet dander and stains left on the floors. Whilst this probably would’ve been more effective than hoovering everyday, it’s no longer needed. There are a lot of helpful tips online for first-time puppy owners who all seem to be having the same problems. I recently stumbled across the Pupster Passion Blog. After reading their reviews, I decided to get a Roomba, and quite frankly it’s been one of my better investments. No more coming home to dirty floors, and no more spending hours hoovering in vain. My second problem was house training my little pup. I spent hours reading the best tips and methods online but to no avail. Nothing seemed to work or suit me and my home. And then I found this…

There are many reasons to embrace the hydroponically grown, dirt-free grass in Fresh Patch.

Take me for example. I have a new dog, I live in an apartment and he needs to get his grass on when I’m not home, while he house trains! These real grass training pads are all-natural, and dogs instinctively want to go on real grass, so training is easy.

The living grass absorbs liquids and controls odors naturally, turning puppy potty training into a cleaner, more hassle-free process than ever. YAY!

There is no cleaning or maintenance needed because the entire unit is fully disposable. And you can order it to arrive as often as you need with their continuous Fresh Patch delivery service.

All you have to do is replace your discarded unit with a new one as soon as it arrives at your doorstep!

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Try Fresh Patch if you:

*Live in a condo or apartment without a backyard
*Work long or unpredictable hours
*Wish to avoid carpet, floor and furniture mistakes
*Have limited mobility
*Are potty training new dogs or puppies
*Have an older or injured dog
*Wish to avoid taking your pet out late at night, in the rain, or in the snow
*Are fed up with cleaning artificial grass and pee pads

Fresh Patch

$ 29.00

The Fresh Patch Standard is 16″ x 24″ inches and is designed for pets who weigh less than 25 lbs.

Fully disposable with no parts to clean — simply dispose of the entire unit when a new one arrives at your doorstep.

Fresh Patch
The standard Fresh Patch (16″ x 24″ inches) is recommended for pets less than 25 lbs.
The standard Fresh Patch combines living grass and a disposable container in a completely disposable and replaceable unit.
When the package arrives simply remove the lid and place the product where you want your pet to go.

Fresh Patch XL
The Fresh Patch XL (2′ x 4′ feet) is recommended for pets more than 25 lbs and for multi-pet households.
The Fresh Patch XL comes rolled up in a box — It does not come with a functional tray (we recommend purchasing one of our custom trays).

It’s recommended to replace your Fresh Patch every 1-4 weeks depending on the size of your pet and how frequently the product is being used.
They offer plans for delivery every week, every (2) weeks, every (3) weeks and every (4) weeks.

Switching between plans is easy once you setup an account!

The grass used in Fresh Patch is grown hydroponically (without the use of soil). The absorbent pads of living grass are lighter, cleaner, and last much longer than normal sod.

They utilize several different kinds of grass including rye, blue, fescue, zoysia and bermuda.

Most dogs get the hang of Fresh Patch immediately. Please visit the training page for some helpful troubleshooting tips and give them a call (1-800-783-7109) so that they can listen to your specific situation and offer advice.

Caryl Wolff, CPDT, NADOI, CDBC, owns and operates Doggie Manners and teaches classes and private lessons in obedience, manners, agility, and tricks throughout the Greater Los Angeles area. She is certified or endorsed by multiple dog trainer organizations – the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, the National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors, and the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants.

With over 20 years of experience, she has dealt with every dog related issue you can imagine. The author of Teacup Puppies and Dogs, she recommends Fresh Patch to “anyone bringing a new puppy into their home.” Wolff also says, “Fresh Patch is the perfect solution for people with busy schedules and for people who are tired of cleaning synthetic grass dog potties.”

Books by Caryl Wolff
http://www.puppy-dog-potty-training.com
http://www.PuppySocializationGuide.com
http://www.DogSeminarsDirectory.com
http://www.DogBooksLibrary.com

L.A. Jewelry Company The Pearl Source Partners with Dress For Success to Support Local Women

August 24, 2020

A great partnership is happening on August 26th between Dress for Success Los Angeles and LA based jewelry company The Pearl Source. They join Chrissy Metz, Minnie Driver, The RealReal, and Louis Vuitton for Women, Wine and Wardrobe Event.

The Pearl Source, among other fashion and accessory apparel, will be available for sale at discounted rates as part of Dress for Success’s Women, Wine and Wardrobe event, which will be held virtually on Wednesday, August 26. Proceeds from sales will be used to support local women in need of training, development, and professional clothing, and accessories for job interviews and everyday workplace attire!

The Pearl Source, one of the largest pearl importers, distributors and online retailers in the U.S., today announced a partnership with Dress for Success Los Angeles, the non-profit organization empowering women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire, and development tools.

Shop for Success is the charitable celebration that invites Los Angeles to shop guiltlessly and give back stylishly. A division of Dress for Success Worldwide-West, this fashionable can’t-miss event brings together thousands of off-the-rack designer labels and showcases them under one fabulous roof. Items are marked down to unbelievable prices for a limited time only, with 100% of the proceeds going directly to support women complete powerful personal transformations.

“Every woman should have the tools they need to nail the job interview or further advance her career, and that includes professional and stylish workplace attire,” said Leon Rbibo, President of The Pearl Source. “Women throughout Los Angeles and the country as a whole are struggling right now. The community needs to come together to support them.”

The fundraiser comes at a time where more people than ever find themselves unemployed or underemployed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Studies show that women and people of color have been disproportionately affected, putting many on shaky ground professionally and financially. Retailers, fashion labels, and celebrities such as Chrissy Metz, Minnie Driver, and Zoey Deutch have joined efforts for the event to help offset some of the hardships women face in the Los Angeles area.

In addition to The Pearl Source, other fashion labels and brands participating in the fundraiser event include Louis Vuitton, Rag and Bone, The RealReal, and Manolo Blahnik.

About The Pearl Source

The Pearl Source is one of the largest online pearl jewelry retailers and distributors in the United States. As a leading Foundation Member of the Cultured Pearl Association of America, The Pearl Source specializes in high-quality pearl jewelry imported from the South Pacific, Japan, and China.

About Dress for Success

Dress for Success is a global nonprofit organization that empowers women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire and development tools to help them thrive in work and life. Since starting operations in 1997, Dress for Success has expanded to nearly 150 cities in 25 countries. To date, the organization has helped more than 1.2 million women work towards financial independence. Visit www.dressforsuccess.org to learn more.

 

Carpinteria-based Westerlay Orchids pledges 100% weekly retail profits to local Carpinteria Education Foundation, Inc., from August 31st to September 5th 2020

August 21, 2020

Orchid LOVERS!

From August 31st through September 5th, 2020, Westerlay Orchids is pledging 100% of weekly retail shop proceeds to Carpinteria Education Foundation Inc. (CEF) fundraiser! This being the third year in a row for Westerlay, (Last year raising over $18,000) they are hoping to match that for this years fundraiser. Funds have been earmarked for technology necessary for distanced learning. These need-based resources will help to close the digital divide and allow students to participate in online learning with their peers.

Owner/ President Toine Overgaag, believes the company’s responsibility to community does not start and stop at the greenhouse door. “Along with a deep commitment to environmental sustainability, we pride ourselves on impactful community outreach,” explains Overgaag, “We would not be where we are today without a strong local network behind us. This community’s success is our success – we both grow and thrive when we work together – and CEF is doing a great deal to ensure that Carpinteria’s next generation gets the support and resources they need during this extremely tough time.”

Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, school districts across the State, including Carpinteria Unified School District have moved to online learning, creating a discrepancy in the opportunity to learn for some students. During the weeklong fundraiser from August 31st  to September 5th, Westerlay Orchids has pledged 100% of sales from their retail showroom to fund technological resources for CUSD families in need through the nonprofit CEF.

Carrying on a rich tradition of community outreach and support, Westerlay Orchids announces for the third year in a row their week-long Carpinteria Education Foundation Inc. (CEF) fundraiser. The family-owned business – best known for producing some of the finest flowers on the Pacific Coast – has pledged a full 100% of retail shop proceeds to help support local non-profit from August 31st through September 5th, 2020. Funds have been earmarked for technology necessary for distanced learning. These need based resources will help to close the digital divide and allow students to participate in online learning with their peers. The team at Westerlay Orchids continues a commitment to serve the needs of the community and in this case, the needs are resources, such as reliable WIFI, hotspots and devices for online learning. In September of 2019, Westerlay raised over $18,000 for CEF and they are hoping to match that for this years fundraiser.

The team at Westerlay Orchids is led by second-generation flower cultivator and Owner/ President Toine Overgaag, who believes the company’s responsibility to community does not start and stop at the greenhouse door. “Along with a deep commitment to environmental sustainability, we pride ourselves on impactful community outreach,” explains Overgaag, “We would not be where we are today without a strong local network behind us. This community’s success is our success – we both grow and thrive when we work together – and CEF is doing a great deal to ensure that Carpinteria’s next generation gets the support and resources they need during this extremely tough time.”

www.WesterlayOrchids.com. 

About Westerlay Orchids:

Based in beautiful Carpinteria, California, Westerlay Orchids is proud to serve as Southern California’s largest commercial orchid grower. The company annually distributes over 3 million orchids directly to customers and to local and national supermarket chains, as well as florists and designers. Westerlay Orchids has been a pioneer in environmental and sustainability practices and regularly contributes to local schools, nonprofit organizations, and many other community causes. Visit www.WesterlayOrchids.com to learn more about the company.

Dollar A Day CBD – Eliminate Stress Organically

July 5, 2020

CBD is in literally everything—you can drink it, you can put in it your green juice, you can put it in your coffee and even bathe in it. And it seems Hollywood’s elite are doing just that. Never ones to say no to the latest wellness trend (CBD has been transforming the self-care industry, thanks to its soothing effects on the body & mind), A-listers including Jennifer Aniston, Dakota Johnson, Kim Kardashian West and Emma Roberts, are some of CBDs biggest advocates. While CBD eases stress and anxiety, it also decreases cortisol levels which prevents that unwanted belly fat. If the term CBD sounds unfamiliar to you, HealthCanal’s article is a great kick starter. 

A Dollar-a-Day CBD subscription is the simplest and most affordable way to get premium CBD oil delivered right to your door. They offer a high-quality hemp-derived CBD oil at half the average price of competing brands. Dollar-a-Day CBD offers one product, in one size, and one dosage on a reliable monthly basis. This product is a full-spectrum, whole-plant extract CBD oil, derived from US grown hemp. It also contains a wide range and percentage of non-intoxicating cannabinoids while maintaining less than .3% THC.

They stand out from other CBD brands with a powerful mission and a strong commitment to actually helping people in need. They have made it their mission to provide premium quality CBD oil at a price that is truly affordable. They don’t offer fancy packaging, use distributors or retailers.

Unlike big pharma, opposing CBD giants with investors to answer to, and multi-level marketing companies, they put their customers’ well-being before their profits. They run their business based on a single core belief, if CBD oil can help people, it should be accessible to everybody who needs it, regardless of economic class or financial position.

With that in mind, they’ve created The Million Mg Project, a pledge, to donate over 1,000,000mg of CBD to those who are experiencing mental/physical hardship and don’t have the financial stability to afford the care they need.

Demee Koch On Inclusivity In Beauty Now

July 2, 2020

Seeing 6 white faces and one brown one isn’t diversity. #BlackLivesMatter 

Don’t settle for an inclusivity ratio that leaves you wondering if you only squint your eyes really hard you’ll be able to see the diversity (attempt). Don’t settle for brands that think diversity means the same skin tone but different hair colours! Sounds about white?!

I started my career in the beauty industry over 2 decades ago. While I am truly aware of the fact that different skins have different needs – Be it from colour, shape or age (yes, diversity and inclusion means elderly people, too) – I absolutely would never understand how you could aim to only serve one privileged group of the world – full stop!

I am blessed with my work in creating grooming concepts (little mini-holidays whilst getting a neat and tidy appearance), and developing cosmetic products with active ingredients with my beauty brand. I truly find joy in making people look good. To touch lives, to make them happy. The gratification of seeing someone happy is the constant prize I get.

We all want to look good, and we want to make use of what’s available in the market, BUT without having to think we need to change our actual selves. The aim should be to fall in love with ourselves, creating self-love to be able to give love unconditionally. We’re all unique, and we need to celebrate that.

Why would you want a brand and their commercials make you feel like you’re not good enough? Anyone in the beauty industry loves to play with colours, so why would you trust a beauty brand that does not implement human colourism? Let’s be harsher on brands who have never contemplated any diversity. Diversity is the true beauty.

The current #BlackLivesMatter and #BlackTransLivesMatter movements brought brands internationally under continued scrutiny for their (bad) behaviours towards people of colour. Fashion and beauty companies that are making it hard to be a black employee is just one example. And there has always been plenty of insensitivity right there on the surface. BUT black lives are never off-brand!

My beautiful souls out there, let’s use your purchasing power! What makes me crazy and different is that I think everything is possible. And I believe we can lead a change by consciously choosing beauty brands that celebrate every aspect of beauty. Let’s dig deeper to find out who is being true and human, who is compassionate.

About Demee Koch

 

Demee Koch is a serial entrepreneur with a solid experience of 21 years in the health and beauty industry. With DE MOI BY DEMEE KOCH, she launched a Switzerland-based, purpose-driven business for cosmeceutical products. The social and ecologically friendly beauty brand develops high quality and results-driven cosmetic products with active ingredients, made with principles of honesty and fairness. Demee is an advocate for inclusivity and women empowerment and is hands-on involved in charity works. Next to timely events based charities, she supports the Lumad tribe in her home country the Philippines with their scholarship program for education and level up needs, as well as local female business entrepreneurship programs.

The development of honest and cruelty-free products is a given for Demee, who established her love for animals by conceptualizing a new approach towards preventive pet health care for the chain of small animal clinics Vet Station AG. Prior to moving to Switzerland, where the mum of two runs personal grooming concepts to support women’s beauty from all walks of life, she started her career in the beauty & luxury industry in Dubai. International networking and a strong sensitivity for trends are a natural part of Demee’s personality.

Since 2005, Demee shares her knowledge as a business consultant and became a trusted business advisor and director to successful global brands run by social entrepreneurs in fields of fintech, biotech, sports, fashion, and beauty. Amongst others, she is on the Board of Advisors for the no 1 boxing equipment SPARBAR. In 2019, Demee received the award as GLOBAL FWN100 2019 MOST INFLUENTIAL FILIPINA IN THE WORLD at the 16th Global Filipina Leadership Summit in Place Vendôme in Paris. She currently serves as a director of China ACE Organization, an organization of international companies and investors. Demee received her bachelor’s degree in Business Management at the University of the Philippines, and her MBA in International Marketing from the Swiss Business School in Zurich.