Pug Peanut Butter Addiction
Hi, guys! 
I have a funny, little story for you this morning.
As you know, I wake up about 1.5 hours before Mal and Murphy do. Usually, I wait until they are awake to make breakfast, but this morning, my stomach was grumbling. So, I made myself some oatmeal with peanut butter.
Little did I know, my dog has super-sonic hearing when it comes to peanut butter, specifically the Teddie variety. If you’ve had Teddie, you know that the jar comes with a tin lid that makes a very distinct sound when you open it. In fact, the sound is so distinguishable, it woke Murphy out of a dead sleep. Apparently, he jumped out of bed, went running to the bedroom door, and starting whining. He has a worse peanut butter addiction that I do! It’s almost like his doggie drug. I may need to start looking into drug rehab centers for him!
Man, he’s cute! 
Breakfast
I understand why Murphy loves peanut butter so much. It’s frickin’ delicious! 
And, this morning, it was easily the highlight of breakfast.
I made Oats in a Jar with raisins, cinnamon, ground flaxseed meal, and an extra scoop of peanut butter from a new jar.
It was SUCH a yummy breakfast!
Later in the morning, I made myself an iced soy latte with a squirt of agave nectar.
Creamy, cold, and refreshing.
Shop, Trade, Save
Be sure to check out my new feature on Trading Up Downtown called Shop, Trade, Save. You can see what I purchased at the grocery store this week as well as how I saved money and “traded-up” the nutritiousness of my selections.
Question of the Day
Complete this sentence: “I’m the kind of gal (or guy) who likes ____.”
Feel free to have fun and get creative!
Tags: Pug peanut butter addiction, Save, Shop, Teddie peanut butter, tin lid, Trade, Trading Up Downtown
zestycook — January 14, 2010 @ 8:08 am
That is so funny! Pets are pretty crazy like that. I have a nutso cat that has an addiction like that as well.
Jessica @ How Sweet It Is — January 14, 2010 @ 8:18 am
My dogs always LOVED peanut butter. We’d spread it on a bone and they’d be happy campers!
Fit Lizzio — January 14, 2010 @ 8:32 am
the way my voice sounds when i’m sick. hahaha total nerd
caitlin — January 14, 2010 @ 8:33 am
i’m the kind of girl who always asks the dinner party “does anyone else want a beer?” because i hate to drink alone
same thing with dessert.
Marisa (Loser for Life) — January 14, 2010 @ 8:34 am
I love Murphy! His expressions are hilarious! The bone yesterday was just too much!
I’ve been keeping my eye out for that Teddie pb. Great NuVal score on that!
Jessica — January 14, 2010 @ 8:38 am
I am the kinda gal who likes to laugh WAY too LOUD…not on purpose though.
HOW do you make your iced coffee???
Christy — January 14, 2010 @ 8:39 am
Haha, your dog never fails to make me laugh. My doggies are the same way just with the packages & wax paper that wrap up deil meats from the grocery’s deil.
And I’m the type of girl that would rather be ssuuppperrr busy than just laying around… I’d almost rather be stressed — crazy, I know!
Estela @ Weekly Bite — January 14, 2010 @ 8:43 am
My dog is OBSESSED with peanut butter!! It’s like crack to him!
Katharine — January 14, 2010 @ 8:48 am
I’m the kind of girl who still likes to send (and receive) and good ol’ card every now and then.
I NEED to find that PB!
Kara — January 14, 2010 @ 8:50 am
… to have a low-key evening with a magazine and hot cocoa
Sam (Merit to the Carrot) — January 14, 2010 @ 8:57 am
Thank you for sharing this and making my morning. Murphy and I should be best friends.
Freya at foodfitnessandfreya.wordpress.com — January 14, 2010 @ 8:57 am
hAHA that’s so cute! I don’t blame him for loving it, PB is one of the best foods on earth
Normally your iced lattes have zilch appeal to me, but today it looks mildly attractive! It must be the cold rainy weather :/
Have a great day!
amanda — January 14, 2010 @ 9:01 am
Wow, that is funny your pup actually woke out of a dead sleep for some peanut butter. That may be worse than me!!!
To answer your fill in the blank, I’m the kind of gal who likes cookies way too much however I balance it off with exercise.
Shannon @ Living Like Shannon — January 14, 2010 @ 9:12 am
I’m the kind of girl that likes coffee, oats and blogging!!!
I know that probably an answer for the majority of people but I’m new to the blog world and I wanted to tell you that you, among others, have been a true inspiration for me. I’ve recently started my own blog and are using all of the healthy living blogs as motivation for me:) I’ve been reading your blog for almost a year now and cannot wait till your book comes out!
K — January 14, 2010 @ 9:13 am
Sometimes when we give our Bostons PB they get it stuck on their top lip which they can’t lick off due to their jaw structure – I feel bad but I laugh because they look so funny.
I’m the kind of girl that laughs at bathroom humor. I don’t care how old I am, it’s funny!
Cailin — January 14, 2010 @ 9:20 am
Tina-
Is it weird that you were in my dream and we never met? Yep. We were running next to each other on the TM at HW in Boston (by the way, I used to belong to that lovely gym back in graduate school – now I am far far away from Boston). And I told you “you are like a celebrity to me!” in the dream. How is that we dream about people we never met?
PS. Murphy is so cute!
Cassie @ A Very Busy Mind — January 14, 2010 @ 9:23 am
I have got to try Teddie PB. After I saw the guest post on Trading Up Downtown that talked about Smart Balance vs. Teddie, I’ve been meaning to make a switch!
Oh, and I’m the kind of gal who likes to help others.
Erin (Travel, Eat, Repeat) — January 14, 2010 @ 9:34 am
I’m the kind of gal who likes PEANUT BUTTER!
Alyssa Lindsey — January 14, 2010 @ 9:39 am
I’m the kind of gal who likes to be LAZY as much as possible!
megan — January 14, 2010 @ 9:42 am
I’m the kind of gal who loves to stay home and watch a movie
skinnyrunner — January 14, 2010 @ 9:43 am
…who likes to get up at 5am for no reason at all. hey, i like the morning hours best!
Morgan — January 14, 2010 @ 9:46 am
a nice glass of red wine and a relaxing evening!
My family has always had miniature schnauzers, and now I have one. We like to joke that their hearing is so supersonic about food that you could drop a marshmallow on a carpet and a schnauzer will come running. My dog has run into the kitchen from different parts of the room just because he hears me open the fridge, and i guess he is hoping for the best!
Kristen @ Change of Pace — January 14, 2010 @ 9:47 am
I think you really do have the cutest dog ever!
Dani — January 14, 2010 @ 9:47 am
I’m the kind of girl who likes wine tasting. We buy our Teddie PB in a plastic tub (so the husband can dip food into it). Murphy would neeeeever hear you opening the PB with that guy.
Marla — January 14, 2010 @ 9:53 am
..who need to detox from blog reading this New Year(serious addiction lately and feel even a bit of tendonitis from lap top!!)
Tina I notice you have switched to ice lattes that look DELISH lately…did I miss a post with you explaining or is one on the way?Is that made with an espresso maker?Thanks in advance for recipe(and how would you describe taste difference between that and your usual home iced coffee?)
Cheers!
Danielle (Coffee Run) — January 14, 2010 @ 9:58 am
That’s so cute- I have a slight nut butter addiction too
I’m the kind of gal who likes to get stuff done!
Jenna — January 14, 2010 @ 10:01 am
Love teddies
especially oats in a jar!
Jenna
diana(mymarblerye) — January 14, 2010 @ 10:02 am
omg my boyfriend does the same thing when I eat peanut butter. hahaha. jk. I’m the kind of girl who likes to eat dessert first.
Madeline @ Greens and Jeans — January 14, 2010 @ 10:02 am
I’m the kind of girl who dresses up for no reason. I have to dress pretty casual for work, so whenever I have a day off or a reason to even get a little bit gussied up, I go for it! My cats come running when they hear the drawer open that tuna is kept in no matter what they are doing!
Casey @Spicy&Sweet — January 14, 2010 @ 10:05 am
I LOVE your doggy
. Dogs make the world a happier place!
Hehe…I’m absolutely 100% addicted to almond butter
Katy — January 14, 2010 @ 10:07 am
One of my dogs has supersonic hearing when it comes to two things: a banana being peeled (I know, it would seem to be a silent task) and the vegetable peeler coming out of the drawer. When I peel my carrots, I let him eat the peels, which is his favorite treat! Dogs are weird.
Julie @ Peanut Butter Fingers — January 14, 2010 @ 10:07 am
I’m the kind of gal who likes chocolate for breakfast and eggs for dinner.
Lauren — January 14, 2010 @ 10:07 am
Cute story! My dog is the same way when it comes to cheese…any variety. Somehow he always knows when we’re incorporating cheese into a meal.
I’m the kind of girl who likes to strike a balance between private time and people time. I’m very sociable but I’m a writer at heart! Sometimes I just need a couple uninterrupted hours to do my thing.
Lizzie — January 14, 2010 @ 10:14 am
That Teddie peanut butter jar is so cute! I’ve got to find some. Also, your pug is adorable. He reminds me of my family’s dog, Buttercup, when she was just a baby pug.
I’m the kind of girl who likes to plan for every possible emergency.
Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) — January 14, 2010 @ 10:16 am
Definitely peanut butter and oats! Nothing better!
Julie — January 14, 2010 @ 10:16 am
I’m the kind of girl who loves making people laugh
Anna @ Newlywed, Newly Veg — January 14, 2010 @ 10:17 am
lol– my dogs LOVE peanut butter too. Guess it proves that they are, in fact, my children
Amanda — January 14, 2010 @ 10:20 am
That’s adorable!!
Jackie @ TriToLose — January 14, 2010 @ 10:22 am
My dog is the same way. He can be in a very sleepy state and be wide awake at the sound of a peanut butter jar opening.
Barbara(Blood, Sweat and Heels) — January 14, 2010 @ 10:23 am
Dogs are notorious for loving the PB. My mom used to show Samoyeds and would use it as bait in the ring on occasion:) Persobally..i can’t keep a jar in the house as i have ZERO resistance to it’s power!
Murphy Is the cutest puppy though:)
I’m the kind of girl who LOVES an endurance challenge.
Heather @ (The Single Dish) — January 14, 2010 @ 10:32 am
I am the kinda gal who always look at the menu online before I go to the restaurant, and I always know what I am getting before I even get there!!!
Lindsey @ Eat, Read, Run — January 14, 2010 @ 10:36 am
Too funny about Murphy! Does he really eat PB? To finish the sentence: I’m the type of girl…who always needs a project or a challenge – and a to-do list!
Mary Z — January 14, 2010 @ 10:38 am
That face is so stinkin cute!
I’m the kind of girl who is always asking who’s ready for happy hour?
Victoria — January 14, 2010 @ 10:46 am
Ha! My dogs do that with the ice maker in the freezer. If we push it to put ice in our glasses they can hear it from across the house and will coming sprinting, jumping over furniture, etc…
Heather @ The Joyful Kitchen — January 14, 2010 @ 10:48 am
i’m the kind of girl who loves a great margarita on a rooftop patio in the summer…but only with great friends!
LOVE the picture of Murphy at the beginning!
Nicole (dishin') — January 14, 2010 @ 10:53 am
Murphy is too cute! I had Teddy PB this morning
I’m the kind of girl who is always thinking about my next meal and loves to laugh until my stomach hurts!
hemp jogger — January 14, 2010 @ 10:53 am
i’m the kind of gal who likes (LOVES) sweat pants!
they are immediately put on when i walk in the door each night. like, i’m stripping out of work clothes walking from the car, haha.
Jenny — January 14, 2010 @ 10:59 am
haha my dog does that with these certain bowls in our house. We always give her medicine mixed with her favorite dog food in these tiny saucers, and when she hears them, she comes running!
I’m the kind of gal who likes her personal space
Samantha — January 14, 2010 @ 11:00 am
I’m the kinda gal that likes to have things her way!!
Sort of a perfectionist, and kinda bossy! But that is why people love me. I take charge when no one else wants too.
Kathleen — January 14, 2010 @ 11:01 am
I could take Murphy home! He is so adorable!
JessicaE — January 14, 2010 @ 11:02 am
I really know how you feel, Tina! My father passed away two months ago so working out has NOT been on my priority list. I have noticed losing strength here and there just trying to do normal things, like carrying a ton of heavy groceries, or moving my couch.
I think that’s a great reminder that exercise is of course good for out physical appearance, but its also what will enable us to be strong, active and independent faaaaar into our lives! Very TMI: but I’d like to take myself to the bathroom for as long as i can, and ya cant do it without SQUATS
Amanda @ Cakes and Ale — January 14, 2010 @ 11:17 am
Alone time! I love having a night a week where it’s just me, home alone. My husband has a standing Thursday night guys night, so it works out perfectly. I love to get in my comfy pants, pour a glass of Sauv Blanc, make whatever I want for dinner, catch up on blogs, take a bath… heavenly!
Gabriela — January 14, 2010 @ 11:18 am
My lab was the same way with PB! I guess it’s just a dog thing
Mmm oats in a jar…so delish!
Maria — January 14, 2010 @ 11:20 am
Murphy is a smart dog:)
I am the kind of gal who likes to plan and organize:)
Megan — January 14, 2010 @ 11:20 am
I am the kind of gal who doesn’t wash my hands before I take my contacts out!
Bad Megan, bad!
Beth @ DiningAndDishing — January 14, 2010 @ 11:20 am
LOVE the title of this post!! It should be my middle name
Rose — January 14, 2010 @ 11:25 am
I’m the kinda gal who likes wine
And I plan on drinking some tonight!
suzanne — January 14, 2010 @ 11:25 am
Who could resist that cute little face
Lauren @ Eater not a runner — January 14, 2010 @ 11:26 am
Yum! Teddy is the best
Amy B — January 14, 2010 @ 11:27 am
Sounds like Murphy and I need to find a support group…
I have started attempting to ration out my peanut butter usage so I don’t go through an entire jar by myself in a week… last night was an epic fail when I discovered the amazingness of peanut butter and white chocolate together. hmmm….
Cynthia (It All Changes) — January 14, 2010 @ 11:28 am
I’m the kind of gal who love to be me. I’m strange and different and that’s just me.
Megan M. (Bites of the Apple) — January 14, 2010 @ 11:34 am
My friend and I were just talking about the tendency of people on reality shows to say “I am the kidn of person who…” and it’s almost always the OPPOSITE!! Like, “I’m teh kind of person who hates drama” (but then they cause all the drama) or, “I’m just a really classy person” (and then they flip a table)
Mishy — January 14, 2010 @ 11:45 am
i enjoy your blog, but the pictures of the half-eaten jars of peanut butter have got to stop. that is usually the first thing i see in the morning when i check my google reader, and i have to tell you, it pretty much looks like vomit. thank you for your consideration.
katherine — January 14, 2010 @ 11:50 am
I’m the kind of gal who might not be the funniest or most sarcastic, but can always be depended on for support.
Tina — January 14, 2010 @ 11:51 am
@Mishy: Sorry to hear that’s how you feel. I love Oats in a Jar and there will probably be lots more on my blog!
Kelly B. — January 14, 2010 @ 12:00 pm
I am the type of girl who likes having a to-do list! I make one everyday and I love to scratch off the completed tasks! Wow…actually writing that out makes me sound like a bundle of fun! haha!
Amanda (Two Boos Who Eat) — January 14, 2010 @ 12:06 pm
LOL at Murphy! That is too cute! I can’t find Teddie PB in my area. Makes me sad!
I’m the kind of girl who likes to see pictures of oats in a jar.
And I’m the kind of girl who really, really needs to own a pug one day!
Keep on doing what you are doing!
Katie — January 14, 2010 @ 12:12 pm
…who loves peanut butter too!
My toy poodle was the same way….as soon as I opened the jar in the morning, he would bound from the bedroom into the kitchen! I couldn’t believe it! LOL
Carrie H — January 14, 2010 @ 12:29 pm
My golden retriever has learned that when I reach to a certain spot in the fridge, it means peanut butter is going to come out, I swear! And when he hears the lid opening, he sure knows what that means. It is so cute … I almost always have to give him a little bit — he is my running partner, after all! We’re training for a marathon together!
Lily @ Lily's Health Pad — January 14, 2010 @ 12:34 pm
My late cat was the same way about bananas and ice cream! My current kitties really like cheese nips.
sagraham@hotmail.com — January 14, 2010 @ 12:38 pm
My parents pugs were eating so much peanut butter (plus many other treats) that they started getting porky. The porky pugs now get baby carrots as treats and they LOVE them!
Hillary [Nutrition Nut on the Run] — January 14, 2010 @ 12:39 pm
likes…reading recipe books in bed.
Good Taste. Healthy Me — January 14, 2010 @ 12:46 pm
Teddies is totally the best! Haha I love your doggy! Could he get any cuter!?
I like….curling up with my hunny and watching a good movie.
Shannon — January 14, 2010 @ 12:50 pm
Hey, Tina – I’m a frequent reader but rarely comment (I’m such a lurker!), but I saw this print when I was browsing Etsy and it made me think of you. (I hope that’s not creepy. You’ll understand when you see it.)
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38469751
That oatmeal looks delicious! And I’m all about iced coffee, too – even in the winter!
Food Makes Fun Fuel — January 14, 2010 @ 12:57 pm
I’m the kind of guy who likes peanut butter
And my dog does, too!
Tina — January 14, 2010 @ 12:58 pm
@Shannon: Oh my gosh! Someone please buy that for me! SO adorable!
Wendy (Give Love Create Happiness) — January 14, 2010 @ 1:05 pm
I’m the kind of girl who likes to sleep
I share your peanut butter addiction.
Kathleen — January 14, 2010 @ 1:07 pm
I’m the kind of girl who likes to sit and read books all day in my pajamas
Lauren — January 14, 2010 @ 1:25 pm
So cute! I love me some Teddie PB
Janna (Just Flourishing) — January 14, 2010 @ 1:38 pm
Murphy’s adorable pug face can ALWAYS make me smile.
I’m the kind of gal who likes to stay home with my BF, a yummy snack and a good movie rather than go out and party.
Allison — January 14, 2010 @ 1:40 pm
I’m the kind of gal who likes BOOKS! I teach middle school language arts and I read all the time. I like to show my students that I love to read, set an example, and share my reading with them.
Ali (food, fitness, fashion) — January 14, 2010 @ 1:48 pm
HAHAHA! Adorable story, Oscar is like that when he hears the sound of s string cheese opening, he loves cheese.
I am the kind of gal who likes taking the T solely for the entertainment!
Chelsea — January 14, 2010 @ 1:49 pm
My bird LOVES oatmeal and KNOWS when I’m making it. She starts going crazy. I think she really just likes the nut butter I put on it but she eats it all.
I’m the kind of girl that loves to get up in the morning
Arlene — January 14, 2010 @ 2:42 pm
I just had an apple with peanut butter on it as breakfast/snack (since I didn’t wake up til 11!).
Guess that makes my next statement obvious: I’m the kind of girl that loves to sleep in. (Working until midnight helps!)
Carolyn — January 14, 2010 @ 2:58 pm
I tried the frozen PB in the Kong trick with our new puppy, but our bigger dog, Rusty, stole it.
Can’t blame him!
Malin — January 14, 2010 @ 3:00 pm
I just have to thank you for presenting the idea of oats and PB to me! I had never heard of that before, but now I love it and eat it several times a week! It’s a yummy breakfast indeed!
And I’m the kind of girl who likes dessert!
Heather @ Get Healthy With Heather — January 14, 2010 @ 4:57 pm
My dog Joe is the same way but with cheese! All we have to do is open up the fridge drawer it’s kept in and he’s right there. So cute
Foy Update - Cook. Garden. Write. Repeat. — January 14, 2010 @ 9:37 pm
You manage to eat oats out of jar with startling regularity. You must go through a ton of peanutbutter! I guess you do have some very cute help.
Jessica @ The Process of Healing — January 14, 2010 @ 9:50 pm
I’m the kind of gal who likes to enjoy life!!!!!
And oats in a jar, i am convinced, is the best breakfast on the face of the planet. And it transcends breakfast…. it’s also a great dinner or lunch!
Lindsay Perrone (goodiesgalore) — January 14, 2010 @ 10:11 pm
My dog is the same damn way. Even with my sneakiest attempts to unscrew the PB cap, she comes running and continues to drool all over the floor. Only with peanut butter.
Katie O @ Fit to Wed — January 14, 2010 @ 10:55 pm
I’m the kind of gal that believes a glass of red wine can cure (almost) anything. That picture of Murphy is too cute!
Sarah — January 15, 2010 @ 9:57 am
My dog is the same way! And if I eat it away from her and then come back into the room, she’s knows I’ve had it!!
I’m the kind of gal who believes staying positive can help you overcome any challenge in life.