Monthly Archives: July 2018
A Guide to Pet Food Ingredients
Have you ever wondered what exactly is in the food you give to your furry friends? Well, most pet foods contain similar ingredients, and here is a guide to everything you need to know about your pet’s food.
The general ingredients
Before we talk about the specific types of pet food and what they contain each, here is a breakdown of the general types of nutrients your pets can get from their foods.
Carbohydrates
As some of the most essential sources of energy in our world, carbohydrates play a major role in the makeup of most pet foods. Carbohydrates can be added to the...
Bird Feeding Tips
We all enjoy the gentle chirping of birds in the morning right after dawn - the sound is so relaxing, inspiring and wonderful, some people even suggest listening to it to help lighten moods and improve mental health. However, we can also give back to the creatures that provide this relaxation in the form of food - whether it is for pet birds or for birds that thrive in your backyard.
What is bird food made of?
Bird food is made up of a variety of things, and there are various types of food, most of which are better suited to one...
A Guide to Pet Mice
Domesticated mice can be some of the most fun pets that you can keep at home. These are variations that have bred from the house mouse to become more human-friendly, less timid, and much more fun to keep around. These little animals are perfect for the person who wants an easy going pet that can provide hours worth of fun. Read on below for everything you’ve wondered about keeping a pet mouse.
Are mice the right pet for you?
Mice are great pets for adults and teenagers, but they just might not be right for children. Although children might enjoy having them...
Common Dog Illnesses
When you bring a puppy home, you want to give him or her the best life possible. And just like any other member of your family, you will want to keep them healthy and safe from illnesses.
Well, the first step towards achieving that is to know about what the common diseases are, how you can prevent them, and the usual treatment plans in the worst case scenario that your dog shows signs of developing any of them.
Canine Parvovirus
The Parvovirus is a type of virus that infects the cells of dogs and damages their White Blood Cells. In puppies, this virus...
Where Should I Get My Pet?
So you’ve found yourself scrolling down your Facebook feed, looking at all of the pictures of cats and dogs, and you’ve decided, you want to bring home a pet. You have everything ready, now all that matters is - where should you get your pet? What’s the ethical thing to do and what is the safest place to go? Read on below for a detailed discussion on how to find the perfect animal to become a part of your home.
Preparing beforehand
Even before getting your pet, you need to decide on what you want and what is best for you. This...
What to do about aquarium algae
If you’re an aquarium owner, chances are you’ll come across algae at one point or another during your aquarium’s life. But what are algae, what do they do, and how does their presence affect your aquarium? Read on below to learn the answer to all of these questions.
What are algae?
Algae, according to science, are a group of organisms that are plant-like and can carry out photosynthesis. This may or may not be totally bad for the environment inside your aquarium - mostly, in nature, algae and marine life live in harmony. However, too much of algae (an ‘algal bloom’) can...
How to Make Homemade Cat Food
If you have a cat at home, chances are you give them commercial cat food. Not only is this food something mass produced by companies, it can only be quite costly, especially if you have many cats. You make your own food at home, so why can’t you do that for your cats? Well, the great news is that you absolutely can. Read below on the kinds of homemade food for cat, recipes that you can consider, and the individual benefits and harms.
Cooked homemade food
One kind of homemade food is food that is cooked. The biggest benefit of cooked food...
