We purchased our first hen about 5 years ago. Like many first time chicken owners we went all out, built a huge coop and really didn't know what we were getting into. Our first purchase was 9 chicks; then we went to 12. A year later we were sitting at over 18 chickens. We have had a lot of good experiences and bad, including a really rough attack from a dog. The hardest … [Read more...] about 9 Best Automatic Chicken Waterer
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Great Life Jackets To Protect Your Dog
It's officially time to start gearing up for a summer full of outdoor adventures. I, for one, plan on spending as much time as possible on the lakes and rivers near my home. But in the past every time I start packing up the car with a cooler, life jackets for the kids, kayaks, and paddle boards, my dog hits me with his "puppy eyes." He may not be able to verbalize his … [Read more...] about Great Life Jackets To Protect Your Dog
Starter Pets Kids Will Love
So, your child is begging for a dog or a cat and somewhere between the unfolded laundry and the piling dishes you are imagining the accidents, the chewing, the barking, and the scratching. Now, no one is arguing that dogs and cats aren’t worth the work, just that they can be a lot of it. Maybe a small pet is the right starter pet for your family. Benefits of Small Starter … [Read more...] about Starter Pets Kids Will Love
How to Decide Which Dog Breed is Right for your Family
Top 10 Most Popular Dog Breeds & Which is Right for Your Family So you think you’re ready for a dog? Being “ready” for a dog is very similar to being “ready” for a baby. No one is ever really ready, they’re just ready to go for it. When asked what the first thing people should consider when adding a canine family member, my answer is always the same: Research your breeds! … [Read more...] about How to Decide Which Dog Breed is Right for your Family