Finding Snakes and Reptiles
Written by Owen Jones on November 21, 2009 – 9:09 am -There are not many places in the world that haven’t been colonised by snakes and other reptiles. Snakes can be even found in towns, although it is only the friendlier ones that usually survive our wrath. However, if you want to find some of the more uncommon snakes, you could look in parks and fields, on beaches or in rivers and ponds and even in the sea, depending on where you live, of course, as sea snakes tend to inhabit warmer, tropical waters. You will have to be wide awake and accustom your eyes to notice even the slightest movement. Wear clothes of dull, drab colours and move very slowly, stopping often to listen out for movement in the grass or bushes. In the beginning, you will have many false starts, until you learn to differentiate... more
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Getting Your Koi fishpond Prepared for Wintertime
Written by Owen Jones on October 3, 2009 – 4:08 am -by Frank Froggatt Although it is still late summer, it is time to start thinking about winterizing your Koi pond. Wintertime is kind of a down period for your fishpond, as there isn’t a whole lot going on through those months. Nevertheless, there are special precautions that you need to take before Winter arrives, to make sure that your pond and fish survive. Clean Up- Normally it takes about an entire weekend to wholly go over a pond. If it has any unwanted bulk material in it or around it, you need to clean it up. Inside your pond, clean up all leaves, silt, and other material from the bottom. Take out any of the flowers or plants in your pond that won’t survive winter. Cleaned up all of the garbage that is around your fishpond... more
Tags: fish care, garden ponds, gardening, Hobbies, home accessories, home improvement, koi, landscaping, outdoors, Pets
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Organic Dog Food
Written by Frank Williams on September 28, 2009 – 6:53 am -by Frank Williams The requirement of healthy food seems to apply equally to humans and their pets, because many animal owners prefer to buy organic foods to feed their four-legged friends. One could be forgiven for being surprised at the large variety of organic dog food available in the market. Just as for humans, there are many of pet health issues that one could cure or even prevent in the first place by the use of organic pet food. For instance, organic dog food could lessen the risk of the pet getting skin diseases and allergies. The reason for the positive health effects is the absence of additives, chemicals, colourants and pesticides. Instead the ingredients in organic dog food are only grain extracts and high quality proteins. Healthy,... more
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What Are Real Pet Memorials?
Written by Neal Bilboa on August 27, 2009 – 4:20 am -by Neal Bilboa Pets become members of the family almost as soon as they arrive. It is amazing how people tend to treat their pets like people. With that said, why then should people think any different about their pet’s death? Pet memorials are ways in which people can keep their pet’s memory alive: a way to remember that special pet. Like any memorial, a pet memorial is an object in which to remember and honor the lost one. Memorials are not for people only; they can also be for beloved pets. Memorials help to preserve the memories of the one that has passed away. You may not agree with pet memorials but there are people that are crazy about their pets and spend lots of money and are willing to go to any extreme in order to preserve... more
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Fleas, Ticks and Worms
Written by Owen Jones on June 20, 2009 – 3:54 am -by Owen Jones Fleas and other parasites have always to be given the top priority by dog owners. The all too common incidences of flea bite allergy in the case of dogs causes concern to many dog owners every year. This is because flea bites can cause allergic reactions in the area bitten by the fleas. In these cases, the affected area becomes hairless due to the dog scratching itself vigorously. Heavy flea infestations can cause severe dermatitis in dogs. If the flea bites cause allergic reactions or dermatitis in the dog, it really ought to be taken to the vet, because on many occasions, the dog will be experiencing severe discomfort. The vet will sell you a salve to soothe the itching and reduce the inflammation and some powder or a spray... more
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Dog Lawn Repair
Written by Spencer I Arnold on June 19, 2009 – 3:35 am -by Spencer I Arnold Most big dog are synonymous with the word lawn problems or lawn repair. These pets can ruin lawns in 3 different ways: compaction, over fertilization, and pH imbalances. However, you don’t have to get rid of your dog to have a nice yard; you just need to know how to fix the problems and prevent them from happening. To begin with, lawn compaction is not a problem that can always be over come. A lot depends on the size and energy level of your dog and how large or small the lawn is. Something that will help most of the time is to aerate your lawn on a regular basis. This will reduce root compaction stress caused by large pets and improve the condition of the soil. Aeration can be chemical, mechanical or both. Pet... more
Tags: garden, home repair, lawn, lawn and garden, lawn maintenaince, lawn repair, lawns, outdoors, pet problems, Pets, yard
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Animals, Fleas, Ticks and Worms
Written by Owen Jones on June 15, 2009 – 4:30 am -by Owen Jones Fleas and other parasites should always be given the top priority by dog owners. Flea bite allergy in dogs is very common and causes worry to many dog owners every year, especially in the summer, although all year round if your dog lives indoors with central heating. This is because flea bites often produce allergic reactions in the area bitten by the fleas, which is very often on the back just above the tail. In these cases, the affected skin becomes red and bald due to the dog’s continuous scratching of itself. Heavy flea infestations can cause severe dermatitis in dogs, because the dog will scratch and scratch the area until he bleeds and can also introduce infection. If the flea bites cause an allergic reaction or... more
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