MOTHERLAND AUTHENTIC: The Shopping Destination For African Fashion

We are excited to see the offerings from one of our new vendors, Motherland Authentic.

Motherland Authentic’s products include authentic handmade African waist beads, ankle bracelets, bags, shoes, clothes, and fabric fans. They are designed in Wake Forest, NC and made in Ghana, Africa.

"My story begins as a child growing up in Ashanti Region, (Ghana, Africa) my family and I sold and traded goods, baked and making clothes. I continued my family tradition of trading, making, and selling goods like bonnets, masks, bags, necklaces, head wraps, beads, clothes, shoes, and many more. All my items are handmade, authentic, and originate from Ghana, Africa."

Check out some of the top-rated products on this online destination for African Fasion:

• Authentic Handmade Dashiki Ankara Africa Print Basket Lattice Net Cape Poncho 1

• African Ankara Ethnic Multi Strand Rope Necklace 4

• Authentic Handmade Dashiki Ankara Africa Print Basket Lattice Net Cape Poncho 2

• See more on the website: https://motherlandauthentic.com/

Stop by the Motherland Authentic booth at Spring Fling to see these beautiful creations in person. You can also keep up with them on Facebook and Instagram.

Comfy, Sustainable Beds - Blue Toby

We are happy to welcome one of our new vendors to Spring Fling this year, Blue Toby, and really looking forward to seeing the Blue Toby sustainable pet bed system in person ourselves.

We are always looking for pet beds that are Made in the USA, and Blue Toby is not only that but also works with “manufacturers and suppliers close to our location in North Carolina.”

According to Blue Toby, their beds are unlike anything on the market:

1. A high-quality furniture grade mattress and cover with three layers of orthopedic comfort that you and your pet will enjoy for years.

2. A second reversible, waterproof cover that is easily removed, washed, and replaced. Custom design choices!

3. Options like bolsters, pillows, and blankets suit your pet's needs.

4. Environmentally friendly, including recycled fabric and sustainable U.S. manufacturing,

5. Designed by an animal behavior scientist, woman-owned public benefit company.

Check them out for yourself at Spring Fling! In the meantime, learn more on their website, and follow Blue Toby on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest

Paws4PeaceUSA Compassionate training for Dogs and their Humans

We are happy to have Paws 4 Peace USA joining us again this year. Paws 4 Peace offers training for new puppies, doggie day camp, and private training classes in your home. They have a full-service training facility, specializing in behavioral challenges, service and therapy dog education, and training. They provide training sessions that are individualized as well as group classes!

They also can help with behavior management and more. Their staff is highly trained and educated on proper training techniques so you can absolutely trust that your pet is getting the best training, as well as the best treatment. They have over two decades of experience in training and know that they can make any of your dog training dreams come true.

From the owner/trainer, Susan Krieg, M. Ed. Applied Behavioral Analysis:

“After 30 years of working with veterinarians, training facilities, grooming salons, and animal rescue organizations, in 2014 I opened Paws 4 Peace in Louisburg, North Carolina. My training techniques are derived from a holistic and compassionate perspective. I have found the use of positive approach training to be the most effective and creates long-lasting results. Understanding the subtle nuances of canine communication is key to my success as a dog trainer. Teaching people how to connect and communicate with their canine family members; assisting Veterans and others with disabilities regain and enjoy their lives with the help of Service Dogs, are incredibly rewarding.”

The Paws 4 Peace Mission:

“As a company, we provide support, and education, that utilizes scientific positive behavioral methodologies. Our approach will encompass the entire family, including other pets and people in the canine's life. Our company goals are to be polite, professional, and courteous. We believe communication is the key to success in any relationship, especially relationships that involve dogs.”

Meet Susan at the Paws 4 Peace USA booth at Spring Fling and ask her your questions! You can also learn more on their website: http://paws4peaceusa.com and keep up with them on their Facebook and Instagram pages.