World Turtle Day is a special occasion that celebrates one of the most captivating and ancient creatures on earth. These fascinating creatures have been around for over 200 million years and have survived the test of time. Every year, on May 23rd, we take a moment to appreciate and acknowledge the importance of turtles in …
Category: Animals
May 22 2023
From the Tiniest Microbe to the Largest Mammal: The Importance of Biodiversity
Biodiversity is the variety of life forms that exist on our planet, from the tiniest microbes to the largest mammals. It encompasses not just the number of species, but also the genetic diversity within each species, the various ecosystems they inhabit, and the ecological processes that sustain them. Biodiversity is essential to the health and …
May 19 2023
The Top 5 Endangered Species You Can Help Save Today
The world is home to a vast array of beautiful and fascinating creatures, from tiny insects to majestic elephants. Sadly, many of these creatures are facing extinction due to factors such as habitat loss, poaching, and climate change. As we continue to lose species at an alarming rate, it has never been more important to …
May 07 2023
Daily Cat Care Routine
A daily cat care routine plays a crucial role in ensuring the health, happiness and comfort of your feline friend. It is essential to establish a structured and consistent routine cat care plan that addresses all aspects of your cat’s needs, from feeding and grooming to playtime and medical attention. By providing a stable environment …
Feb 27 2023
International Polar Bear Day
February 27th is International Polar Bear Day, a time to consider the challenges polar bears face because of global warming. The polar bear is the largest bear on earth, yet these majestic creatures are currently in a vulnerable status due to melting ice caused by climate change. For more facts about polar bears and to …
Oct 12 2022
Beginners Guide For Keeping Chickens
Have you ever considered raising your own backyard chickens? Today is #NationalFarmersDay, and in celebration of farmers everywhere and anyone who has ever had a spark for living off the land, we have a guide for everything a beginner needs to get started keeping chickens. Chickens have been domesticated for most of human history, and …
Sep 22 2022
Happy Fall
For the Chipmunk in My Yard I think he knows I’m alive, having come downThe three steps of the back porchAnd given me a good once over. All afternoonHe’s been moving back and forth,Gathering odd bits of walnut shells and twigs,While all about him the great fields tumbleTo the blades of the thresher. He’s luckyTo …
Sep 04 2022
Pet Profile: The Loyal Chihuahua
You’ve probably seen people toting around tiny dogs with big poppy brown eyes. These dogs, called Chihuahuas, are one of the smallest dog breeds in the world. The Chihuahua first appeared in Mexico and does well in warmer climates. Of course, a doggy sweater can make one of these small dogs feel warm and cozy …
Jul 29 2022
World Tiger Day
In an effort to double the tiger population from 2010 to 2022, World Tiger Day (July 29) was created by TX2 (Tigers times two), a group consisting of 13 tiger range governments. In 2010, the world tiger population was at an alarmingly low number of 3,200. Currently, there are only 3,900 tigers in the world, …
Jul 19 2022
Walking Your City Dog in Summer
If you live in the city and have ever thought “boy, how about this heat” in summer, then think what it’s like for your dog. If short haired dogs can overheat in high temperatures then long haired dogs must suffer terribly! But walking your city dog in summer doesn’t have to be such an ordeal …