Pet Articles

How to Attract Bluebirds: Because They Eat Mosquitoes and Other Pests!

Learn how to attract bluebirds because they’re beautiful, have a sweet song, and eat mosquitoes and insects! More bluebirds, fewer mosquitoes.

Can Dogs and Cats Eat Honey? What Are Some Uses?

Can dogs eat honey? Yes! Can cats eat honey? Yes! Let’s take a look at how and why to give honey to your pets, and also how much you should be giving them.

Simple Ways You Can Help To Save The Honey Bees

Want to help save bees? Here is a to-do list for every person who cares about saving honey bees but cannot keep bees because of limited time and/or space.

A Natural Cleaner Recipe for Cleaning Your Pet’s Toys

A DIY pet toy cleaner recipe to help you eliminate the problem of nasty, slobbery, pet toys naturally. Included are wet and dry recipes for all toy types.

Homemade All Natural Paw Wax/Balm For Dogs

Homemade paw wax, as the name suggests, is wax for your dog’s paws. It’s a blend of wax and oils that coat the underside of the paw, protect it from the elements, and heal any existing abrasions.

Surprising Ways to Help Winter Birds

We love our winter birds. One of my favorite sights is when the cardinals come in to hit our feeder against the white backdrop of snow. Did you know you can also furnish a heated bird bath?

Four Great Reasons to Grow Sunflower this Year

Most people who grow sunflowers do so to harvest the seeds. Sunflower seeds or sunflower oil are a big deal and how cool to grow your own. But did you know there are many other reasons to grow the sunflower? Here are several other reasons you may want to grow sunflowers in your yard.

Tips on How to Bear-Proof Your House Naturally

Here are some natural ways to ensure you have a bear proof house, which may or may not be effective for the bears in your area, but they are definitely worth a shot! Some of these things may also work to deter opossums and raccoons.

Children’s Garden Ideas and How to Get Kids Involved

I’m often asked how to plant a child garden, and how to get kids more involved with gardening. My main strategy is to excite their senses and to include them as much as possible, because kids love being involved! Here are 6 plant ideas to get you started.

Learn to Attract and Feed Hummingbirds Naturally

I came up with this hummingbird food recipe because I love to watch the hummingbirds. Each year, I wait until about mid-April when they finally show up. I have fed them commercial nectars before, but realized it was cheaper and healthier to make my own.

25 Uses For Old Sheets, Towels, and Other Linens

There are many uses for old sheets, towels, and other linens. Sure, you could turn them into rags but why do that when there are so many other useful things to do with them.

Natural Strategies to Care for Senior Dogs and Cats

Senior dogs and old cats can be needy, but the joy you bring each other make it all worthwhile! I use these natural care strategies with my 14 year old Border Collie, Joker to help keep him comfortable and happy. Enjoy!

Homemade Toy and Treat Ideas for Your Kitty Cats

You and your kitty will love these homemade cat toy and treat recipes. What cat wouldn’t love a catnip mouse and catnip treats? You can make them any time of year, but they’re great for putting under the Christmas tree for your kitties!

Homemade Dog Treats and Toys Make Great Gifts

These homemade dog treats and toys can be made any time of the year, Christmas just gives you a great excuse. Gift them to your dog, and make some extras to give as gifts to the fellow dog lovers in your life.

Growing Sunflowers and Other Plants for Birdseed

Growing sunflowers–and these other plants–for birdseed will draw goldfinches, titmice, blue jays, cardinals and other birds for your enjoyment during the cold winter months.

Home Remedies for Fleas (and other pests) On Pets

These home remedies for fleas and other pet pests will help you protect your beloved pets without exposing them to harmful chemicals in commercial products.

Repurposed: Bringing Things Left Behind Back to Life

Repurposed! While cleaning dorms after students leave for the summer, I’m amazed at what gets left behind. I’ve found a lot and have many interesting plans to reuse it!

Several Types of Natural Cat Litter: Use What Works

There are several natural cat litter choices out there. There isn’t a single best option so we encourage you to try them all and use what works best for your pet.