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Lifestyle · October 11, 2021

The BEST Cat Food For Your Cat

This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx on behalf of BLUE Buffalo.

Y’all know that I am a loud and proud cat mom. I mean, I even made my Toby his very own cat room. So that means I want to give my cat the best possible option for nutrition that is out there!

And that’s why we both love BLUE Tastefuls products. It really is the best cat food ever, and as you can see from the photos below, Toby would definitely agree with that!

He really enjoyed trying out all the different flavors and options, and we’re going to let you know just which ones were his favorite to enjoy!

The Best Cat Food
Look at my little cutie! So excited to try his salmon entree here!

Why Choose BLUE Tastefuls

If you are a cat parent too, then you may be wondering why I think BLUE Tastefuls has the best cat food for my cat. Well, I am here to give you all the lists and reasons why!

First of all, REAL meat is the very first ingredient. Either real chicken or real fish is always first. Yes, you read that right! No artificial preservatives or anything like that comes in any of their products.

All the ingredients are healthy and natural with no corn, wheat, or soy. As well as no chicken (or poultry) by-product meals. This is the true BLUE promise.

Plus, cats just go crazy for the taste. Toby literally comes running out of nowhere when he hears me pop open one of these cans!

Toby enjoying a BLUE Tastefuls Ocean Fish and Tuna Entrée.

BLUE Tastefuls cat food really does stand superior to other ordinary cat food brands. They know the tastes that cats love and combine it with flavors that are healthy and natural to help them thrive.

Since they come in over 10 different flavor options, they will win over even the pickiest of eaters. And let me tell you, Toby is pretty picky himself as you will read below!

Toby loves the Flaked options!

BLUE Tastefuls Flavor Options 

You can easily find a multi-pack of assorted flavors at any local grocery store. They also have different styles when it comes to the cat food as well: paté, tender morsels or flaked. Here is a list of the different flavors in the paté pack:

  • Chicken Entrée 
  • Salmon Entrée 
  • Ocean Fish and Tuna Entrée 

And here are the assorted flavors in the flaked pack: 

  • Chicken Entrée in Gravy 
  • Fish and Shrimp Entrée in Gravy 
  • Tuna Entrée in Gravy 
Toby with Cat Food

Toby’s Favorite Flavors

So of course we had to test all the flavors out and Toby wanted to tell you all what his favorite ones were! 

I think his most favorite out of them all was the Fish and Shrimp Entrée in Gravy! I think he liked that one the best because it was the flaked option.

I have only bought him the paté versions before so he had never experienced the flaked ones. And it was a game changer! He gobbled it right up and enjoyed every last bite of it.

The difference between the flaked and the paté is mainly the fact that it has more chunks of food in it. Which is why I think he enjoyed it more. 

Posing with Cat Food

I would say his second favorite was the Salmon Entrée. He is definitely a salmon boy and goes crazy for anything with that flavor. He really liked both the paté and flaked versions.

Toby’s third favorite was the Chicken Entrée in Gravy. He normally doesn’t enjoy anything with a chicken flavor and gravitates more towards anything seafood.

But, BLUE Tastefuls has made him change his mind on that! He still devoured the chicken flavor too and seemed to enjoy it almost as much as the others.

I was very surprised and it just goes to show you the amazing quality of ingredients that they put into their food. 

Conclusion

If you’re looking for a great and healthy option to feed your cat with, then you definitely need to check BLUE Tastefuls out.

They really are the best cat food and I would say that Toby agrees 100% with me. In fact, he’s spoiled now because he no longer wants any other cat food besides this amazing brand!

But, I am definitely okay with that because I know exactly what is in these products and I feel comfortable and safe enough to give it to him without any hesitations or concerns. 

Cats want great taste, and cat parents want a healthy option to provide to them. So with BLUE Tastefuls they bring you both in the convenient little can! Toby loves the taste, and I love the ingredients so it is definitely a win win for us!

Let your cat give it a try too. I promise one taste is all it takes!

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  1. Monique says

    October 11, 2021 at 12:36 pm

    Toby is so cuteeeeeee. We have many stray cats living outside the house but we don’t really ‘own’ them. We just give them our extra food and fish bones haha. Good to know about Blue Tastefuls. If I ever own a cat, I surely will buy this!

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    • Charity Gentry says

      October 12, 2021 at 11:41 pm

      Yes, you definitely should! Its a great product

      Reply
  2. Pamela says

    October 11, 2021 at 1:12 pm

    Toby has a beautiful coat and clear eyes. I do a lot of pet sitting and helping abandoned cats. Good tips about the food.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 12, 2021 at 11:42 pm

      Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it. I think he is beautiful too!

      Reply
  3. Eleanor says

    October 11, 2021 at 1:36 pm

    Cute cat! I love my cat and actually miss him now I’ve moved out of the family home. Thanks for sharing x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 12, 2021 at 11:43 pm

      Awe yes. I remember moving out of my family home and missing my cat there too. That’s why I had to get another one once I got married and moved out lol

      Reply
  4. Richie says

    October 11, 2021 at 2:04 pm

    Hi Charity,

    I love Toby – he reminds me of our last cat, Stella (sadly no longer with us).

    Blue Tastefuls sound like a great option for cat owners – and their cats! Are they USA-only or do they have operations elsewhere, like the UK?

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 12, 2021 at 11:43 pm

      I am not 100% sure. You may be able to find them in the UK as well.

      Reply
  5. Stephanie says

    October 11, 2021 at 2:41 pm

    My kitty, unfortunately, has a ton of allergies and she’s in a cone long-term :/ It’s quite sad! Each week, I have to give her shots and I always try to reward her with special wet food. I’ll have to look into these because I’m sure she’d love to try something extra delicious!

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    • Charity Gentry says

      October 12, 2021 at 11:43 pm

      Awe poor baby! She would definitely enjoy these as a special treat then!

      Reply
  6. Jenny in Neverland says

    October 11, 2021 at 4:07 pm

    Awh I absolutely love the photos you took for this! They look so professional and like they could be used in an advert for this cat food. I don’t have a cat but I know from having a dog that it’s hard to find food right for their needs x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 12, 2021 at 11:44 pm

      Awe thanks so much Jenny. That means a lot to me. I worked hard with Toby for those photos! Lol sometimes he wasn’t feeling the photo shoot!

      Reply
  7. readandreviewit says

    October 11, 2021 at 5:22 pm

    Aw your cat is so cute! The food itself looks amazing too, natural, healthy ingredients are a win for me! I might treat my cat to these too, haha. Thank you so much for sharing x

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    • Michelle Gast says

      October 11, 2021 at 6:36 pm

      Thank you so much for this post. I have a skinny old kitty, that is 15 years old. Will defiantly try!
      ~Michelle
      https://michellescrazybusylife.net

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      • Charity Gentry says

        October 12, 2021 at 11:45 pm

        Awe yes! Your kitty will definitely thank you for it!

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    • Charity Gentry says

      October 12, 2021 at 11:44 pm

      Thank you! You definitely should. Your cat will thank you!

      Reply
  8. Lucy says

    October 11, 2021 at 8:10 pm

    Your cat is adorable, this cat food sounds great and I wish I could get some for my cat! x

    Lucy | http://www.lucymary.co.uk

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 12, 2021 at 11:45 pm

      Thank you so much. It is such a great brand for sure

      Reply
  9. Jaya Avendel says

    October 11, 2021 at 9:04 pm

    I love the happy photos you have throughout this post of Nibble loving the food! The flavors sounds good enough for me to eat. 🙂

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 12, 2021 at 11:45 pm

      Lol thank you so much! I am so glad you think so

      Reply
  10. Jamieadstories.blog says

    October 11, 2021 at 9:49 pm

    Such a cute pet cat. I can see these foods are brill for cats.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 12, 2021 at 11:45 pm

      Yes they are prefect for cats. And thank you so much!

      Reply
  11. Caroline says

    October 11, 2021 at 10:26 pm

    These photos are so cute, your cat is so adorable! It makes me want to hug mine 🙂 One of my cats has to have special stress-free food and my other cat is getting fussier as he is getting older :/ I’m sure this food is great tho x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 12, 2021 at 11:46 pm

      Yes it sure is. And thank you so much. And I’m glad to know I’m not the only one who wants to hug my cat when I see another cute cat anywhere lol

      Reply
  12. Pastor Natalie says

    October 12, 2021 at 2:00 am

    This is a great post discussing suggestions for cat food. It was sweet to see your cat too. Thank you for sharing. 😊

    Pastor Natalie
    Letstakeamoment.com

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 12, 2021 at 11:46 pm

      Thank you. I am so glad you enjoyed it

      Reply
  13. Jodie | That Happy Reader says

    October 12, 2021 at 1:19 pm

    Toby is such a lovely cat! I’m glad that he enjoys this food. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 12, 2021 at 11:47 pm

      Thank you! I think he is pretty lovely too!

      Reply
  14. Fadima Mooneira says

    October 13, 2021 at 11:01 am

    I haven’t heard back f this brand before. But it sounds good. I should recommend this brand to my auntie. She has cats. Thank you for sharing.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 15, 2021 at 12:02 am

      Yes it is a great brand for anyone who has cats!

      Reply
  15. Baby Boomer Super Saver says

    October 13, 2021 at 5:30 pm

    Toby looks like the sweetest cat! Adorable kitty and fantastic photos. Of course, the review is good, too, but let’s face it – I’m here for the cat pictures, haha! I’ve been doing a lot of pet sitting and this brand of cat food looks like a winner! the ingredients seem very high quality, thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 15, 2021 at 12:02 am

      Lol yes! I am always here for a good cat picture. And yes, Toby is pretty sweet and handsome if I do say so myself!

      Reply
  16. Soffy says

    October 14, 2021 at 5:41 am

    Thank you for sharing! My cat only prefers to eat one certain brand but I would love for her to have a choice of a different brand too because when we can’t find her favourites it becomes a bit of a panic! Will look into these to see if they are available in the U.K. too thank you!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 15, 2021 at 12:03 am

      No problem at all! You should definitely let her try it and see what she thinks of it!

      Reply
  17. Lou Farrell says

    October 14, 2021 at 2:15 pm

    What a beautiful cat; our little four-legged friends can be fussy when it comes to what is put before them, but by the looks of it this cat food is almost good enough for human consumption, great post; thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  18. Olivia says

    October 14, 2021 at 2:47 pm

    Great post! Sadly I don’t own a cat but I will share this with my friends who do. x

    xoxo Olivia | https://www.oliviaandbeauty.com

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  19. Cristina Rosano says

    October 14, 2021 at 5:38 pm

    Oh Toby is amazing and looked perfectly natural in front of the camera! Blue Tastefuls sounds like a great food company, I need to check out if they are available in the UK as our TJ might love to try them x

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As someone navigating dysautonomia and multiple chronic illnesses, staying hydrated and keeping up with my electrolytes is super important! The only problem?! I’m terrible at drinking plain water. 😅

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Because who says you can’t enjoy your favorite drinks AND get some extra electrolytes in at the same time?! 😉

And if you’re wondering about my diagnosis, one doctor told me I have inappropriate sinus tachycardia (IST), while another suspects POTS. So at this point, your guess is as good as mine! 🤪 Welcome to life with chronic illness!

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POV: You love flocked Christmas trees… until it lo POV: You love flocked Christmas trees… until it looks like a snowstorm hit the inside of your house. 🤣❄️🎄

Don’t get me wrong, I am OBSESSED with flocked Christmas trees! They’re so beautiful, cozy, and give that perfect winter wonderland Christmas aesthetic. 😍

BUT CAN WE TALK ABOUT THE MESS?! 😩

Every single year, I willingly put myself through the same thing. Flocking EVERYWHERE. On the floors, on my clothes, in my hair, and somehow in rooms I haven’t even decorated yet. 🤣

And since I’m the kind of person who needs a Christmas tree in practically every room, it takes approximately 5–7 business days to recover from decorating. 😆

Also, consider this your friendly reminder to NEVER wear black while decorating a flocked Christmas tree. Ask me how I know. 🙃

But will I continue buying flocked Christmas trees even though I know exactly what I’m getting myself into?! ABSOLUTELY. 😂🎄

Please tell me I’m not the only one who has a love-hate relationship with flocked Christmas trees?! 👇🏻
How many vintage Santa mugs are TOO many?! 🎅🏻☕️ As How many vintage Santa mugs are TOO many?! 🎅🏻☕️ Asking for a friend… 🤣

Because apparently, I have absolutely ZERO self-control when it comes to collecting vintage Santa mugs! Every time I spot one, I just HAVE to add it to my growing collection!

There’s just something about vintage Christmas decor that makes my heart so happy! ❤️ These nostalgic Santa mugs are timeless, full of charm, and just so stinkin’ cute and jolly! 🎅🏻

And honestly, can you ever really have too many Santa mugs?! I think NOT! 😜

Now tell me, what’s ONE Christmas decoration you can’t stop collecting?!👇🏻 I need to know I’m not alone in my Christmas decor obsession! 🤣
These chocolate espresso crinkle cookies are serio These chocolate espresso crinkle cookies are seriously what Christmas cookie dreams are made of! 😍 They’re rich, fudgy, full of decadent chocolate flavor, and have just the right hint of espresso to make them absolutely irresistible!

And can we talk about how PRETTY they are?! That beautiful crackled powdered sugar coating makes them look like little snow-covered cookies! ❄️ Plus, you don’t need any fancy decorating skills to make them look this good!

The best part?! These easy homemade Christmas cookies only take about 10 minutes to bake, and the recipe makes around 36 cookies! 🙌🏻 So they’re PERFECT for Christmas cookie exchanges, holiday parties, homemade Christmas gifts, or just enjoying with your morning cup of coffee! ☕️

And y’all know how much I love my coffee, so combining chocolate AND espresso into one delicious cookie?! Sign me up! 🤣

Trust me, if you’re looking for a new Christmas cookie recipe to add to your holiday baking list this year, these chocolate espresso crinkle cookies NEED to be on it!

🎄 COMMENT “RECIPE” below and I’ll send you the full recipe so you can make these delicious cookies too!

And be sure to SAVE this easy Christmas cookie recipe for later and SHARE it with your favorite coffee lover! ❤️

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POV: You drive 3.5 hours for a doctor’s appointmen POV: You drive 3.5 hours for a doctor’s appointment, but end up finding a little Christmas magic when you need it most. 🥹🎄❤️

Y’ALL!! If you’ve never experienced Christmas at The Angus Barn in Raleigh, NC, you are seriously missing out!! 😍✨ This place is what Christmas dreams are made of, and I was absolutely BLOWN AWAY by all the beautiful Christmas decorations, twinkling lights, and festive displays! 🎅🏻🎄

I seriously felt like a little kid on Christmas morning, walking around in complete awe of everything! 🥹

But this day actually started out pretty rough. We traveled 3.5 hours to Duke for another medical appointment, hoping to finally get some answers about my ongoing health issues. Unfortunately, the appointment didn’t go anything like I had hoped. Still no real answers, no treatment plan, and no clear direction moving forward. 💔

As you can imagine, I left feeling pretty defeated and discouraged. It’s exhausting constantly searching for answers and coming up empty-handed.

But then we went to The Angus Barn, and for a little while, all those worries faded into the background. 🥹❤️

Y’all know Christmas is my absolute FAVORITE, so being surrounded by all that Christmas magic was exactly what my heart needed! And the delicious food was just the icing on the cake! 😍

Even though the day didn’t bring the medical answers I was praying for, it still turned into such a special memory. And I’m beyond thankful for my sweet hubby, who continues to drive me to all these appointments, stand by my side through every disappointment, and find little ways to make me smile along the way. ❤️

Sometimes a little Christmas magic can’t fix everything, but it sure can make a hard day a little brighter. 🥹✨

So if you’re looking for a magical Christmas restaurant in Raleigh, North Carolina, add The Angus Barn to your holiday bucket list ASAP!! 🎄🎅🏻

Have you ever been to The Angus Barn at Christmas?! Or what’s the most magical Christmas restaurant you’ve ever visited?! 😍👇🏻

#TheAngusBarn #RaleighNC #ChristmasInRaleigh #ChristmasDecorations #ChristmasMagic
POV: Someone asks what my Halloween plans are… Um POV: Someone asks what my Halloween plans are…

Ummm, what do you mean?! Is that even a question?! 🤣 Obviously, I’ll be decking the halls, putting up Christmas trees, and baking and decorating Christmas cookies! 🎄🍪🎅🏻

I mean, ’tis the season, right?! 😜

Listen, Christmas decorating is my Super Bowl, and I fully intend to soak up EVERY second of the holiday season while I can! If that means putting up my Christmas decorations before Halloween is even over, then so be it! 🤣

And just because my Christmas trees are up doesn’t mean I can’t still enjoy my Reese’s pumpkins while I’m decorating! Best of both worlds, if you ask me! 😆

So tell me… are you team Christmas starts November 1st, or team wait until after Thanksgiving?! 👀 No judgment here… okay, maybe a little! 🤣
POV: You thought your cat would look adorable in h POV: You thought your cat would look adorable in his Halloween costume… but he had other plans. 🦁😹

I thought Toby was going to be the CUTEST little lion for Halloween this year, but apparently he did NOT agree with my vision! 🤣 He ripped that lion’s mane off faster than I could even get a good picture!

At least I have video proof that he was a lion for approximately 5 seconds before deciding he was DONE with Halloween costumes. 😂🦁

Please tell me I’m not the only crazy cat mom who buys adorable Halloween costumes for cats who absolutely refuse to wear them?! 😹👇🏼
These might just be the CUTEST Halloween cookies e These might just be the CUTEST Halloween cookies ever! And the best part?! They’re SO easy to make! 🍪

If you’re looking for an easy Halloween cookie recipe that’s just as delicious as it is adorable, you NEED to try these soft and chewy Halloween Sprinkle Cookies! 

They’re buttery, perfectly sweet, loaded with festive Halloween sprinkles, and seriously so simple to whip up!

And unlike traditional Halloween sugar cookies, there’s NO rolling out dough, NO cookie cutters, and NO spending hours decorating with royal icing! 🙌🏻 Because as much as I love a beautifully decorated cookie, sometimes I just want something quick and easy that still looks cute! 🤣

These homemade Halloween cookies are perfect for:

🎃 Halloween parties and spooky celebrations

👻 Halloween dessert boards

🍪 Classroom parties and festive treats

🧡 Cozy Halloween movie nights at home

Plus, you can switch out the sprinkles for any holiday, making this one of those easy cookie recipes you’ll want to save and make all year long!

And did I mention they’re ready in about 25 minutes?! No chilling required! 👏🏻

COMMENT “RECIPE” BELOW and I’ll send you the full Halloween Sprinkle Cookies recipe so you can make them too! 🧡

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Okay, but seriously… HOW EARLY is too early to put Okay, but seriously… HOW EARLY is too early to put up the Christmas tree?! 🎄🤣

Because I’m over here trying to enjoy all the cozy fall vibes, pumpkins, and Halloween decorations, but my heart is already screaming CHRISTMAS! 🎅🏻❤️

Don’t get me wrong, I absolutely LOVE fall decorating and everything that comes with autumn, but Christmas is my all-time FAVORITE holiday! And the temptation to start pulling out all my Christmas trees, twinkling lights, and cozy holiday decor is getting stronger by the day! ✨

I mean, who says pumpkins and Christmas trees can’t coexist?! 🤣🍂🎄 I personally think a little fall decor mixed with some Christmas magic sounds like the best of both worlds!

So now I need to know… Are you team Christmas tree up BEFORE Thanksgiving or team wait until AFTER Thanksgiving?! 👀👇🏻

And please tell me I’m not the only one already itching to decorate for Christmas! 🤣

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💅 POV: You want salon-quality dip nails without th 💅 POV: You want salon-quality dip nails without the salon appointments or expensive price tag! 😍

If you love the look of dip powder nails but hate constantly having to book nail appointments like I do, then you NEED to try the brand new Olive & June DIY Dip Nail System! 

This at-home dip powder nail kit comes with everything you need to achieve beautiful, salon-quality nails right from the comfort of your own home! And the best part? You can do them on YOUR schedule! 🙌🏻

Here’s how easy it is to get the perfect DIY dip manicure at home:

💅 Step 1: Shape your nails to your desired length, push back your cuticles, and prep your nails using the acetone remover pot.

💅 Step 2: Apply a thin layer of dip powder base coat to the upper 3/4 of each nail and dip into the base powder.

💅 Step 3: Apply base coat to the entire nail, immediately dip into your chosen dip powder color, and tap off the excess.

💅 Step 4: Apply the dip powder activator and let it dry for 2 minutes. Then apply another layer of base coat and wait 2 more minutes.

💅 Step 5: Buff your nails using the “shape” side of the buffer, followed by the “smooth” side.

💅 Step 6: Seal your nails with another layer of dip powder activator and let dry for 2 minutes.

💅 Step 7: Finish with an even layer of dip powder top coat and let your nails fully dry for 5 minutes!

And just like that, you’ve got a gorgeous DIY dip powder manicure without ever stepping foot inside a nail salon! 😍

I’m all about finding easy beauty hacks that save me time and money, and being able to do my own dip nails at home is definitely a win!

Would you try doing your own dip powder nails at home, or are you a nail salon girlie?! 👀

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