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If you’re like us, your pets are full-fledged family members! Make them feel at home with pet friendly spaces inside and out
Owning and raising chickens for eggs is no longer limited to farmers and rural residents. Keeping chickens for eggs has several appeals. Not only do chickens make wonderful pets, but they encourage self-sufficiency by allowing owners to produce some of their own food and avoid a trip to the grocery store for a carton of …
Have you heard chickens clucking contentedly in your neighborhood? How about a hen proudly announcing her egg? These sounds are no longer relegated to rural farmsteads. Referred to as “city chickens” they’re becoming more common in urban & suburban areas around the country. Keeping backyard chickens has become a popular hobby and an important part of the ‘slow food‘ …
Have you ever heard of a Kangal Dog before? Chances are, you probably haven’t. This famous Turkish guardian dog has long been used throughout Europe for Livestock guardianship and flock protection. However, over the past 20 years, more and more Americans have been importing this magnificent animal into the states as a family pet. In …
If you’ve considered keeping freshwater fish – or your kids are bugging you to add a few Goldfish to the family, you’re in good company. In fact, 10% of households throughout the US own freshwater fish; they rank as the third most popular pet that people keep. There’s no doubt fishkeeping brings a lot of …
Have you ever considered raising your own backyard chickens? They are very self-reliant animals and once they have settled into your backyard don’t require much of your time or effort. In this article we share with you 6 simple steps to raising chickens. Step 1: Choosing Your Breed Once you have established that raising chickens …
The warm weather is a great opportunity for you and your furkid to travel, explore, and get some sun. But too much sun and heat …
A bright spot for many people in an otherwise challenging year has been adding a furry friend to the family. Welcoming a pet …
Owning and raising chickens for eggs is no longer limited to farmers and rural residents. Keeping chickens for eggs has several …
We have hardwood floors that began scratching from the first moment the dogs and children began walking on them! They are now …
Thinking about redoing the floors in your home or business? If you’ve got any furry family members, now is the perfect time to …
Getting a dog is a huge commitment, not just in terms of the amount of time that they will require, but also the cost. On top of …
Pets are a part of life in the U.S. — more than half of all households own one, according to the American Veterinary Medical …
Plants and pets add warmth to our homes, and our pets are like our children – we love them, spoil them and do our best to take …
Your pet is an integral part of your family. You want them to be involved in every part of your life and welcome in every room. …
Get tips on how to keep your pet dog safe and comfortable in winter weather. Learn about high tech winter coats, snow and ice …
Do you enjoy having friends over for food, fun and good company but your pets don’t always feel quite so hospitable? As …
If you’ve considered keeping freshwater fish – or your kids are bugging you to add a few Goldfish to the family, …
They say a house is not a home without a pet, and how true it is! We love our furry family members just as much as our human …
Getting tired of getting up to let your pet outside and then back in? Installing a doggy door for your pooch is a great way to …
Pet owners love their pets, and can’t resist the impulse to spoil them a little bit. The problem is, pet decor and …
Electric dog fences are a great way to give your dog the freedom and safety to roam your yard while saving you the expense of …
Have you ever heard of a Kangal Dog before? Chances are, you probably haven’t. This famous Turkish guardian dog has long been …
Have you ever considered raising your own backyard chickens? They are very self-reliant animals and once they have settled into …
Even if they didn’t carry disease, ticks just aren’t something you want to share your summer with. But if …
Have you heard chickens clucking contentedly in your neighborhood? How about a hen proudly announcing her egg? These sounds are …
Pet-friendly decoration and design aren’t about having to compromise on functionality and usability in order to accommodate your …
After a long, cold winter, you aren’t the only one who is ready for Spring. As we start to spend more time outside, it is …
One of the best things about owning a dog is always having a companion to go on adventures with. From playing in the snow to …
If you live with one or more cats, you know that these elusive feline companions love to lounge in strange, high places. On top …
