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Properly store bird seed
Food

How to Properly Store Bird Seed

August 23, 2020+

Bird seed can spoil, so it is important to store bird seed properly. Clumps indicate moisture and should not be used. Infestations of rodents or insects,...

dental health tips for your dog
Care-Food-Health

Dental Health Tips For Your Dog

January 29, 2022+

How often are you brushing your dog's teeth? It should be every day! Here are a few important dental tips for your dog to keep in mind....

Road Trip Safety for Your Dog Blog Photo
Advice-Care-Health

Road Trip Safety For Your Dog

June 27, 2022+

While road tripping with your dog, their safety should be top priority. Check out our tips to road trip safety for your dog....

How To Properly Clean Your Dogs Ears Blog
Care-Health

How To Properly Clean Your Dogs Ears

August 4, 2022+

Knowing how to clean dog ears is fundamental to your dog's health. Check out our tips on how to properly clean your dogs ears!...

How to Help Endangered Bees in Your Garden
Advice

How to Help Endangered Bees in Your Garden

July 10, 2020+

It is a well-known fact that for several years now, bees are in serious danger of extinction. This could have serious consequences for our diet at the...

Birds eating bird seed on ground in winter
Food

Best Winter Bird Seed

January 4, 2022+

Backyard birders should provide bird seed that is high in protein, oil, fat, and calories.  This higher quality food gives northern migrants and resident...

Springtime garden safety for your pets
Advice-Health

Springtime Garden Pet Safety

May 16, 2022+

Gardening season is upon us, and for us pet owners, that means we need to be aware of how to keep our pets safe from hazardous spring plants!...

Maintaining your horses health
Care-Health

Maintaining Your Horses Health

December 15, 2020+

Yearly veterinarian checkups are highly recommended for every species of animal, horses included. Your vet can administer vaccinations to prevent illness,...

Outdoor Safety for Indoor Cats
Behaviour

Outdoor Safety For Indoor Cats

April 15, 2020+

If you’re a homebody, you can probably relate to your indoor cat when it comes to going outside or leaving your house. Many owners with indoor cats are...

Water Safety for Dogs
Advice

Water Safety For Dogs

July 6, 2022+

Summer is here, and what better way to stay cool on hot sunny days than swimming. Check out our water safety tips for dogs....

Helping Your Dog When You Are Out
Anxiety

Helping Your Dog When You Are Out

June 25, 2019+

Separation anxiety is a behavioural disorder in dogs that have trouble dealing with the absence of their owners. It’s common in dogs who have had more than...

Blue carriage bird feeder
Care

Keep Feeding Areas Clean and Maintained

December 23, 2021+

It is important to keep bird feeders clean and maintained. A dirty feeder can harbor bacteria, mold, and other disease agents that can quickly contaminate...

Pet fire safety
Advice

Pet Fire Safety

July 15, 2022+

It's important to have a plan for your pets and your entire family in case of a fire emergency. Check out our pet fire safety tips!...

Busy backyard bird feeder
Advice

Best Winter Bird Feeders

December 22, 2021+

Winter is a great time of year to feed the birds. Adding a variety of feeders with different seed will attract an abundance of bird species. Separate larger...

Backyard Bird Ensthusiasts - Northern Shrike resting on branch
Advice

Winter Backyard Bird Enthusiasts

December 22, 2021+

Winter is an exciting time for backyard bird enthusiasts. As colder weather approaches, be sure to prepare your backyard to keep feathered friends singing...

Gardening Tips for Beginners
Advice

Gardening Tips for Beginners

February 28, 2023+

Gardening is a fun and rewarding hobby! If you're unsure where to start, no problem! Our simple gardening tips for beginners can help....

Dental health tips for your cat
Care-Health

Dental Health Tips For Your Cat

January 30, 2022+

How often are you brushing your cat's teeth? It should be every day! Here are a few important dental tips for your cat to keep in mind....

Can a Cat Attach to its Owners
Behaviour

Can a Cat Attach to its Owners?

June 20, 2019+

Is your cat more of the lonely type, and you have an inkling that maybe he or she doesn’t like you? Well you might be delighted to hear that you could be wrong!...

Sprouting seeds in the springtime.
Advice

How To Sprout Your Own Seeds

May 3, 2022+

Sprouting seeds is an easy way to start growing plants in the springtime. Here are some tips on how to sprout seeds indoors and outdoors!...

Livestock bedding options
Care

Livestock Bedding Options

December 1, 2020+

When it comes to providing your animals with bedding, making sure it’s clean, absorbent and comfortable is a must. There are several options for materials...

Tick safety for you and your pets
Advice-Care

Tick Tips: Keeping You and Your Pets Safe

April 26, 2021+

It's tick season in the Maritimes. Tick safety starts with prevention, but it's important to continue to remember to check your pets after every adventure....

Hen health throughout the seasons
Care

Hens Health Throughout the Seasons

December 15, 2020+

A hens’ optimal temperature is between 18-24 degrees, and when temperatures start to drop below and rise above these, it can affect them in different ways....

Benefits of a Raw Food Diet
Care-Food-Health

Benefits of a Raw Food Diet

September 6, 2022+

Raw food diets for cats and dogs are becoming more popular! Here are some of the top benefits of a raw food diet!...

Animal Welfare During a Heat Wave
Care-Health

Animal Welfare During a Heat Wave

June 2, 2020+

This summer, we were treated to record heat for several days! On these hot days, it’s important to think about our four legged friends, because chances are,...

What type of garden best suits your needs?
Advice

What Type of Garden Best Suits Your Needs?

December 8, 2020+

Are you interested in starting your own garden, but aren’t sure where to start, and what type of garden would work for you? Here we’ll share information...

Plants and gardening tools for spring and summer.
Advice

Garden Planning For Spring and Summer

April 7, 2022+

Deciding what to grow in your garden is one of the most essential steps in gardening; sometimes, it can be the most challenging too. Here are some key tips...

Feeding wild birds in winter
Advice

Feeding Wild Birds in Winter

December 23, 2021+

Winter is a rewarding time for birders and one of the busiest for bird feeders due to the lack of natural food sources and colder temperatures....

healthy birds
Health

Keep Backyard Birds Healthy in Winter

December 23, 2021+

When it comes to feeding the birds, keeping the backyard safe ensures a healthy, active, and diverse environment for feathered friends to enjoy....