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Top 4 Talking Button Brands

When it comes to choosing buttons it can be a bit overwhelming. When I started teaching Flambo to speak there was really only one option, learning resources. Quickly after came fluent pet and then the craze to mass produce recordable buttons over flooded the market.

One of my very first yotube videos was comparing the three brands of buttons I owned. Since then so many have come onto the scene, so where do they all rank now?

#1 Learning resources

My old favorite got a new look thanks to Learning resources teaming up with Hunger for words the created of this method. Now I really enjoyed the old buttons but I have to say I see big improvements in these new models and not to mention new, prettier colors.

The new buttons have three different packs to choose from; “locations” which is pictured “Essential” which is pre-recorded and “names”. Along with labels included they also came out with their own board and a way to keep track of the words used.

You can see my unboxing and first impressions of the new line on youtube.

Get your learning resources buttons HERE

#2 Speak Buddy

You’d think looking at this board that it’s major draw was how it looks. It’s sleek unfinished wood board gives you a minimal vibe with unlimited potential to customize it. Stain it, paint it or leave it as is.

The buttons are a pleasing purple which really is a step above all the primary colored buttons you see daily. But what really makes these buttons stand out? The sound quality.

Why don’t I use them? I have about 100 of my orignial buttons and well that’s a lot of money to switch.

Besides your dog having to remove their paw for the sound to play and that they don’t fit in the fluent pet hextile or offer linking boards I have yet to find a flaw.

You can buy Speak Buddy buttons HERE

#3 Petopix

This one may not be one you’ve heard of but it absolutely should be. For a smaller button they have decent sound quality and a cool X shaped board which I’ve found to be a space saver and allows you more sape options when putting your board together.

Get your Petopix board HERE

#4 Fluent Pet

When it comes to the button dog language Fluent pet is at least fourth in my heart. While I am not impressed with their sound quality or high prices, they are number one when it comes to their Hextiles! These little squares come in two different sizes: One for Fluent pets and a larger one for learning resources- perfect for beginners.

Their website has an entire page dedicated just to new talkers– what animal you speak for and how often. You can even find out about where the company started, who makes them now, and all about those people too!

Get your fluent pet buttons and hextiles HERE

Dog travel must have

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Traveling the world with dogs is one of the most rewarding experiences, but it also requires a bit of planning and the right gear to keep everyone comfortable and safe. Over the years, my dogs—Flambo, Palmer, Espeon, and York—have become seasoned travelers, whether we’re flying across the globe, road-tripping, or exploring new destinations. Through it all, I’ve learned that having the right products makes all the difference.

In this post, I’m sharing my go-to dog travel essentials that I never leave home without. From keeping my pups cozy during long flights to ensuring they’re safe and happy during our adventures, these must-haves make traveling with dogs a breeze. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or a big international trip with your furry friend, these items are sure to make your journey smoother. Let’s dive into my top dog travel products!

Backpack that fits it all

After countless road trips, flying across the US and world I invested in this stunning diaper bag to use for Flambo’s stuff. With so many storage pockets it’s perfect to stay organised and to fit way more than you’d ever imagine.

Perfect travel bag for dog food

Traveling to dog shows you’ll see a million similar Purina bags like this that they often give as prizes or to Purina members. To knowledge they are not available for sale. I set out to find a smaller bag that looks prettier and it didn’t take long to find it. This waterproof dry bag comes in multiple sizes so you can find the right size for whatever future trip you go on and it comes in multiple colors.

Travel bowl

This Travel bowl hook is perfect to put on my bag’s main clip in the bag for easy access, plus it’s the same color so win-win. It has a suction cup on the bottom which will keep it in place on most tile and wood floors.

Paw cleaner

Honestly this paw cleaner is a game chager for travel and at home. Paws are so quick to get dirty and by just adding water and rinse free shampoo you’ll have clean paws in no time.

Looking pets tag

Your pets should always be microchipped but with the looking pets tag it gives you a little extra security. If the tag’s QR code is scanned it tells you their exact location so you can head that way and find them sooner than later. And it’s only free with shipping.

Poop bag holder

Poop bags are a dime a dozen but after recieving the Foggy dog poop bag holder it has been my favorite. It has held up perfectly for over a year and they come in so many colors to match your style.