How Birds Survive Winter – And How We Can Help
January 16, 2019
Falling temperatures, less food, severe storms and hungry predators all make winter a harsh season for birds, but our feathered friends have many tricks to...
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Winter Poultry Care Tips
January 01, 2019
Whether you have chickens, ducks, geese or turkeys, poultry is well-equipped for winter weather and colder temperatures, but with a few easy steps you can help...
Holiday Food Dangers for Dogs and Cats
December 16, 2018
We look forward to the deliciousness of the holiday season for many reasons – special meals and drinks, seasonal treats, feasts with friends and family, and...
Winterize Your Bird Baths
December 01, 2018
Birds need liquid water to drink year-round. While they can melt snow and ice in the winter to drink, doing so takes a lot of calories and body heat, and if...
Home Safety Tips With Indoor Pets
November 16, 2018
Every pet owner wants to give their cats, dogs, birds, fish and other pets a safe, happy home, but our homes are filled with many more hazards than most pet...
How to Prepare Your Chickens For Winter
November 01, 2018
Chickens are a surprisingly resilient bird where winter is concerned. This is especially true if your poultry belongs to one of the winter-hardy breeds such as...
Getting Wild Birds Ready for Winter
October 16, 2018
Wild Birds are well equipped for changing seasons, not only by migrating south but also by getting heavier, warmer plumage, eating a winter-friendly diet, and...
Fall Garden Clean Up is Spring Preparation
October 01, 2018
Every good gardener knows that there is a season for everything. The best gardeners know how to make each season count. What if I told you that cleaning up...
The Importance of a Chicken Coop
September 16, 2018
With plenty of buzz about how much healthier and more humane "free-range" poultry can be, it may seem better to forget about a chicken coop for your flock. But...
Plants To Attract Bees
September 01, 2018
Bees are critical pollinators essential in the garden and flowerbeds. A yard with a healthy bee population will have larger crops of healthier fruits,...
Giving Your Chickens a Dust Bath
August 16, 2018
A dust bath is more than a fun game or occasional entertainment for your chickens – it is an essential part of grooming to keep the birds' skin and feathers in...
Cool Pet Tips for the Dog Days of Summer
August 01, 2018
Summer is a great time to enjoy all sorts of outdoor fun, but when temperatures rise too high, conditions can become uncomfortable and even dangerous for pets....
July Garden Tips
July 16, 2018
It may seem like midsummer is a slow gardening season, but there are plenty of tasks gardeners can attend to in July to ensure a productive, healthy harvest...
Hot Weather Tips for Raising Poultry
July 01, 2018
As temperatures begin to flare above 90 degrees with high humidity, don’t forget about caring for your flock. An important requirement for raising poultry is...
I Adopted a Pet, Now What?
June 16, 2018
Adopting a pet is a wonderful experience and there's nothing quite like bringing your new pet home, knowing you are making a happy difference in an animal's...
2018 Garden Trends
June 01, 2018
Gardening may be a time-tested, classic hobby that has been popular for generations, but that doesn't mean it stays the same from year to year. With new plant...
Build Your Own Raised Garden Bed
May 15, 2018
A raised garden bed is an easy gardening option ideal for small spaces or for gardeners who prefer a more organized, neat garden. But you don't need to buy an...
Strawbale Gardening
May 01, 2018
Strawbale gardening is an easy and rustic type of container gardening and raised bed gardening combined – but is it right for you? Why Strawbales May Be...
Spring Lawn Care Tips for the Northeast
April 01, 2018
Spring can be dramatically unpredictable in the northeast, with late season blizzards that may bring fresh snow followed immediately by record-breaking warm...
March Gardening Tips
March 16, 2018
With the official first day of spring at hand, March is an exciting month in the garden. While it is important not to rush into gardening too early and put...
Preparing for Chicks: Setting Up Your Brooder
March 01, 2018
Spring is chick season. Whether you are just starting a flock, increasing the numbers of chickens you keep or bringing new breeds home to try. Your brooder is...
Tips for the Homebrewing Beginner
February 15, 2018
Making beer at home can be both a fascinating and rewarding hobby with plenty of room for personal expression and experimentation for different strengths and...
What You Should Know About Pellet Stoves
February 01, 2018
Like a fireplace, a pellet stove is an alternative way of heating your house without the crazy costs of energy bills. What most people do not know is that...
Firewood Storage in Winter
January 16, 2018
Nothing is cozier on a cold winter evening than a crackling fire, warm and glowing, in the fireplace or stove. Wood heat is also less expensive than many gas...
How Long Should Pets Be Outdoors In Winter
January 01, 2018
Many pets love to be outdoors, but the cold, wet, windy conditions of winter can be dangerous, even fatal if pets are kept outside too long. By understanding...
