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The 4 Signs of Healthy Chickens
Healthy chickens will act differently than unhealthy ones. You should be noticing these 4 things if your flock is healthy. They Are Communicating Chickens talk to each other during the day and some chickens talk a lot! When you spend time with your chickens you will start to recognize certain sounds that are made repeatedly. […]
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How To Splint a Calf’s Broken Leg
The other morning, I was out checking on my cows and calves when I noticed one of my calves was limping. I took a closer look and found that it was badly swollen on the back right leg. I don’t know if the calf was just playing and broke it or a cow stepped on […]
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Why Does My Cat Push Things Off Tables and Dressers?
If you’ve ever watched your kitty do this, you’ve probably noticed he also carefully observes the item as it falls, hits the floor, and maybe breaks. If it breaks, he may jump down and bat the little shards around, seeming to really rub it in as you stare, dumbfounded. He doesn’t hate you and isn’t […]
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How to Identify and Treat 6 Common Dog Health Problems
None of us likes it when our best friend isn’t feeling well. Listed below are 6 common health problems that dogs experience, how you can identify and treat them. Ear Infections Can be caused by allergies, yeast, ear mites, bacteria, hair growth deep in the ear canal, and more. Symptoms your dog may have with […]
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Why Dogs Understand Us Better Than We Think
Choose your words carefully when you’re talking to your dog. A recent study tells us that both what we say and how we say it matters to dogs. Dogs’ brains process speech in a way like humans. They understand both words meanings as well as their tone. Different parts of dog’s brains respond to the […]
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Why it is Important to Monitor Changes in Your Dog’s Eating Behavior
No one knows your dog better than you. You’re the first to notice if your dog leaves their bowl half-full or is no longer excited for mealtime. It’s not just picky eating. Changes in your dog’s behavior may be telling you something. Whether gradual or sudden, decreased eating is often the first sign, and why […]
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The Value of CBD Products for Pets
Cannabidiol (CBD) products for dogs and cats are now flooding the market as more and more pet parents search for nontoxic remedies for pain and other conditions in their animal. There’s considerable confusion all around regarding what, exactly, cannabidiol is and does, and how it differs from medical marijuana. Knowledgeable pet owners realize that exposure […]
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Why Does My Cat Refuse to Drink Water from His Bowl?
More than a few felines virtually ignore the cool, clean water in their monogrammed, pristine water bowls in favor of balancing on the toilet seat to drink from that bowl instead. This odd behavior is especially popular with cats who’ve developed a fascination with how the water swirls when the toilet is flushed. Other kitties […]
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Debunking 6 Common Horse Myths
When it comes to horses, there is no shortage of myths, lore, and home remedies, both among equestrians and non-equestrians alike. Some of these stand the test of time, some have been disproven in recent years, and some have been so misinterpreted and taken out of context that it’s laughable. Horse Myths That are Definitely […]
