Recent Blog Posts

• Winter Care Tips for Wild Birds

  February 1, 2012
  Winter time can present a battle for survival for wild birds. Their endless quest for food begins at dawn and continues until dusk. They spend their days searching for enough sustenance to store enough energy to endure cold winter nights.
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• Indoor Activities to Keep Your Pet Busy in Winter

  February 1, 2012
  While the coming of winter does mean cozy nights by the fire and hot cocoa, there is no doubt that the switch to life indoors can, at times, be a bit stifling. If you are feeling bouts of excess energy during these months, odds are, so are your pets!
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• Controlling Horse Stall Odors

  January 1, 2012
  Controlling horse stall odors begins with the building of the stall itself, so take care to consider the materials you choose in stall flooring.
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• Keeping Wild Birds Healthy

  January 1, 2012
  Bird enthusiasts enjoy watching birds eat and bathe in their backyards. Here are some important tips to help maintain healthy wild birds:• Keep feeders free from debris, droppings and old seed that has gotten wet and possibly moldy. Moldy seed can spread sickness and disease.
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• Four steps for cleaning out a horse stall

  December 1, 2011
  You wouldn’t want to sleep on a bed that was filthy would you? Your horse doesn’t want to sleep in a stall that’s filthy either. Cleaning out your horse’s stall is important for his health and well-being.
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• Signs your dog may be sick

  December 1, 2011
  As a dog owner, you need to see when there’s something wrong with your dog so you know when you need to bring him to your veterinarian. Here are some tips from Registered Veterinary Technician Jenna Stregowski of About.
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• How to introduce a new dog into the family

  November 1, 2011
  Though coming home with a new dog is always exciting, there are a few things an owner, old or new, shouldn’t overlook. The dog should be approached slowly, at least until he becomes familiar with his new family.
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• Five basic steps for saddling your horse

  November 1, 2011
  Whether you’re applying an english or western saddle, knowing how to saddle your horse is one of the most essential things to know. Here are the steps to take according to Katherine Blocksdorf of About.
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• Proper chainsaw maintenance

  October 1, 2011
  When you have a tool that is as powerful and destructive as a chainsaw can be, it’s important to keep it well-maintained and to follow the old rule of, “if you respect your tools they’ll respect you back”:Sharpen the chainDull chainsaws are not only ineffective but dangerous.
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• Preparing your cows for winter

  October 1, 2011
  Obviously winter is a vulnerable time for your cows when you really need to pay attention to make sure they are staying healthy.
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