Finding a starter pet can be an easy and simple process. Bettas, Dwarf African Clawed Frogs and Fire Belly Newts are excellent choices. Samantha Brown tells us more.

Fresh-water aquariums can make for a beautiful and educational additional to any home. They require great care and patience, though, so take your time and prepare carefully before setting up a tank in your home. Full Article

When the summer temperatures start to rise, it can get unbearably hot, not only for us, but especially for our animals as well. While it can be difficult to keep many animals cool in summer, there are some simple homemade solutions as well as commercially available ones that can help greatly. Keep in mind that every species of animal has an ideal temperature range in which they will thrive.

Attracting wild birds is a fun and simple way to bring a natural setting to your home. Different birds look for different types of food but once you've learned what our feathered friends like, attracting is easy.

Whether an abandoned animal finds its way to you, or your own pet has babies, figuring out how to care for them can be harrowing. Here are a few tips to help you. But remember that the best care for any baby comes from its mother, and un-weaned babies should only be taken under severe circumstances. If you do end up with a litter of babies, keep in mind that they will require a lot of time and effort, and if you do not feel that you are up to caring for them, most veterinarians and animals shelters will be willing to take them in.

Spring is a great time, not only us to play outdoors but for our pets as well. Spring, however, also means bugs and for our pets that means fleas and ticks.

The extremely varied range of flea and tick products on the market can make it difficult to choose which one is best for you and your pet. The prices on these products vary with the application process and effectiveness also varying, according to the price.  Full Article

Just like humans, the change of seasons leaves many animals with dry, itchy skin. Unfortunately, as they are liable to ingest anything used on them and because of the extra sensitivity of their skin, finding a product to soothe them can be difficult.

Spring is the time that makes most people look forward to the flowers coming to bloom and dreading the yard work to be done. For many this also includes opening their ponds to discover what new fish may have been born and what dirt has collected while we were waiting for the ice to thaw. If the task of opening your pond makes you anxious we hope this quick guide will help.