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Hummingbirds are some of the most desirable backyard birds, but if they aren't finding your backyard to their liking, there are many steps you can take to attract them to your feeders. Choose the Right Feeder TypeThere are two kinds of hummingbird feeders – reservoir styles with the nectar suspended above the feeding ports, and saucer styles that are covered dishes holding nectar. Either is suitable for hummingbirds, and the best option is to use both. Different hummingbirds have different feeding preferences, and if they don't care for one feeder, they may be willing to visit another. At the same...

Lucy Pet Formulas for life contains a Prebiotic Balanced Fiber (P.B.F) formula that provides support for the gut-health in your pet by providing varied nutrition for the gut bacteria creating optimal digestive function. The importance of the gut in the overall health of your pet has recently been brought to light. Lucy Pet has teamed up with Dr. George Fahey to create a formula that could help create a healthier gut, and thus a healthier animal, with this new food. The product is not only healthy for your pet but it is a Product With A CAUSE™. All of the...

Being a fish and pond owner is all about having the chance to relax and watch your fish enjoy its watery home. However, there is nothing more frustrating than skittish fish. Skittish fish will dart away at the first hint of movement or worse, perpetually stay in the shadows of the pond. This frustration is only compounded when you cannot figure out why your fish is constantly hiding. Below are some possibilities to consider that may help you figure out why your fish are suddenly shy and unresponsive. Pond fish are easily spooked when they are transplanted from one environment...

Pet owners take great care to feed their pets a healthy, nutritious diet (with an occasional treat, of course!). But do you know there are many potentially toxic, even lethal, plants lurking around our homes that are dangerous to pets? Poisonous plants may be found in gardens, flowerbeds, landscapes, houseplants or even cut flower bouquets or other decorative arrangements. Even some of the most well-known, popular plants can threaten pets, and it is critical to know which plants should be kept well away from furry family members. Top Poisonous Plants for Cats and Dogs There are hundreds of different plants...

Every pet owner knows their animals – dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, or small animals like ferrets, rabbits and hamsters – have distinctive odors, and breath is part of that body aroma. When a pet's breath grows increasingly bad or changes dramatically, however, it can indicate serious trouble and it is important to take appropriate steps to give your pet a fresh, healthy mouth. How Bad Is Bad? Even with regular brushing and good, pet-friendly oral care, a pet's breath will never be minty fresh like a human's may be. Over time, you will learn to recognize your pet's normal breath...