Reptile keepers and breeders have been culturing live food for their pets for almost as long as they’ve been keeping reptiles in captivity. Live insects, worms and larvae are natural, high in protein, and usually nutritious (and can be gut-loaded with more nutrients). Feeding them stimulates the hunting instinct in pet lizards (Geckos, Bearded Dragons, […]
Dangerous Natural Tick Remedies (Infographic)
Some of the natural tick products and recommendations out there are nothing short of alarming. Companies and individuals aren’t doing their homework before selling or recommending products containing natural ingredients that can harm or even kill some animals. Many assume if they’re safe for humans they must be safe for animals. Others research the functionality […]
Natural Sunscreen Foods for Dogs (Infographic)
Dogs can suffer from sunburns and skin damage just like humans can. Some foods and natural supplements offer properties that help protect your dog (and you) from the sun and its damaging effects. Including more natural sunscreen foods in your dog’s diet is a convenient way to protect them from the merciless rays of Summer.
7 Stunning Super-Herbs to Grow for Pets (with Infographic)
Both humans and their pets can benefit from select “super-herbs”, including dogs, horses, birds and small animals like rabbits. Many people would love to grow these herbs at home but they also want them to be an attractive addition to their landscape. We’ve compiled a list (and infographic) of herbs that offer many medicinal properties, […]
DIY Natural Fertilizer Balls for Aquarium Plants (Infographic) ©
There is nothing more naturally beautiful than a planted fish tank. Aquatic plants can absorb nutrients from the water column and/or roots. Some aquatic plants are thought to be heavier root feeders than others, such as Cryptocoryne (Crypt), Vallisneria (Val) and Echinodorus (Sword) species. Aquarists who grow these species, or have a lot of root-feeding […]
Natural Aquariums – Wild-Type Mollies
Mollies and other Livebearers have been a staple in aquariums for many years. They’re usually purchased in an aquarium store, catching the eye of fish-keepers with their rainbow of colors and fancy finnage. Many fish-keepers are unaware that most of these retail Mollies are actually hybrids of several wild Molly species, selectively bred for elaborate […]
Double the Power of Seaweed by Mixing Types (Infographic)
While it isn’t a new idea, many pet parents have only recently discovered the wonders of natural seaweed supplements for dogs, cats, birds, fish, horses and other farm animals. Farmers have been feeding seaweed to their animals practically since early domestication. Wild animals in coastal habitats have been eating seaweed since the beginning of time.
65+ Plant-Based Sources of Protein / Amino Acids for Pets (With Infographic)
Protein (built with amino acids) is important for all pet animals, including horses, dogs, cats, fish, reptiles, rabbits, ferrets, and birds. The skeletal and muscular system, organs, nervous system, glands, immune system, circulatory system, and blood alkalinity, all depend on protein to function. It’s even more critical for breeding, lactating and growing animals.
Welfare Weekend: September is Rabies Awareness Month [Infographic]
A viral disease, Rabies can infect warm-blooded species resulting in acute brain inflammation and death. We’re coming up to World Rabies Awareness Day on September 28th and September is Rabies Awareness Month. It’s all part of an awareness campaign to reinforce the message that rabies is a preventable disease, yet kills 55,000 people needlessly each […]