Attract Birds to Your Backyard

The cutest thing happened the other day. I have a squirrel platform on a pine tree. I put out some dried corn, peanuts, and pumpkin seeds to feed the grey squirrel that frequents my yard. Two Steller Jays came to the feeder first and began to eat the peanuts. Suddenly the grey squirrel came rushing down the tree. The Steller Jays flew to a nearby bush and squawked loudly. The grey squirrel threw his body over the feeder covering his food. It looked as if he was saying, "Mine! All mine!" The squirrel began stuffing his cheeks and running down to bury his treasured food. The jays then took the opportunity to fly up to the feeder and stuff their cheeks and flew off to stash their treasured food in an unknown secret place where the squirrel could not find it. None of them understand that the source of the food is me. When they are out of food, I will just put some more on the feeder. ***********************************************************************
In my yard, not only do I have Steller Jays and Squirrels, but a variety of Hummingbirds, Finches, Downey Woodpeckers, Pileated Woodpeckers, Sparrows, Red-breasted Nuthatches, Northern Flickers, Black-capped Chickadees,Chestnut-backed Chickadees, Robins, Crows, yellow Warbler's, Western Tanagers, European Starlings, Spotted Towhee, and many other types of birds. With this many birds coming and going from my yard, I constantly have beautiful song and great entertainment watching their behaviors.
************************************************************************
How can you make bird frindly yards. You can do it anywhere; from an apartment balcony, to a tiny bit of yard. There is one man in prison in Monroe, Washington that feeds the birds out of his small window. The birds know, out of all the many windows, which one to fly to. Birds, like all animals, need food. If you keep on ongoing supply of different bird foods, they will all come eventually. Then next year when the migrating birds come back (like hummingbirds) they will look for food in your yard first and raise their babies in your neighborhood. So what do you need?
***********************************************************************

1. You need seed and foods that attract the different birds in your area. A good book on birds will help. Try this website and click on the birds section: http://www.everythingnaturalpetfood.com/PetEducationBooks.html
2. You need to find a large variety of foods to choose from. Try this website and click on Wild Bird seeds: http://www.everythingnaturalpetfood.com/WildCrittersSupplies.html
3. Birds need a source of drinking water, especially during dry months when rain is scarace. Try this website and click on Duncraft Bird Baths: http://www.everythingnaturalpetfood.com/WildCrittersSupplies.html
4. To keep birds in your area you can provide feeders. Look at the variety of feeders links on http://www.everythingnaturalpetfood.com/WildCrittersSupplies.html
5. To attract and assit the nesting building in early spring, you can lay out some nesting materials. Go to http://www.everythingnaturalpetfood.com/WildCrittersSupplies.html, click on Bird Houses, choose Bird Houses, scroll down to Nesting Materials.

************************************************************************

Continue your feeding and watering and building your yard with bird frindly bushes, houses, etc. and year after year they will be back and bring their babies with them.

***************************************************************

If your a squirrell lover like I am, don't forget to look at http://www.everythingnaturalpetfood.com/WildCrittersSupplies.html and look at the squirell foods.

****************************************************************

Everything Natural Pet Food sells complete pet supplies, natural, human grade, organic, holistic pet foods, pet education books for all pets; dogs, cats, horses, birds, small animals, reptiles, etc. We believe in caring for the gifts of pets and wildlife on our planet and remember to "Feed them Life!" http://www.everythingnaturalpetfood.com/

http://www.blogcatalog.com/directory/pets/pet

From a Dog's & Cat's Diary

The following joke below has been around the internet many times over the last few years. However, it does remind us that dog's and cat's are different types of pets. In personality, behavior, and what we feed them should be different also. Cat's are carnavores and need a meat diet. Dogs can eat more variety in their foods. For the best natural, human grade, organic, and holistic dog and cat food see http://www.everythingnaturalpetfood.com/
*
From a Dog's Dirary

8:00 am - Dog food! My favorite thing!
9:30 am - A car ride! My favorite thing!
9:40 am - A walk in the park! My favorite thing!
10:30 am - Got rubbed and petted! My favorite thing!
12:00 pm - Lunch! My favorite thing!
1:00 pm - Played in the yard! My favorite thing!
3:00 pm - Wagged my tail! My favorite thing!
5:00 pm - Milk bone Treats! My favorite thing!
7:00 pm - Got to play ball! My favorite thing!
8:00 pm - Wow! Watched TV with the people! My favorite thing!
11:00 pm - Sleeping on the bed! My favorite thing!


From a Cat's Diary
*
Day 983 of my captivity. My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects.
*
They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while the other inmates and I are fed hash or some sort of dry nuggets. Although I make my contempt for the rations perfectly clear, I nevertheless must eat something in order to keep up my strength.
*
The only thing that keeps me going is my dream of escape. In an attempt to disgust them, I once again vomit on the carpet - food and hair balls.
*
Today I decapitated a mouse and dropped its headless body at their feet. I had hoped this would strike fear into their hearts, since it clearly demonstrates what I am capable of. However, they merely made condescending comments about what a 'good little hunter' I am. Bastards.
*
There was some sort of assembly of their accomplices tonight. I was placed in solitary confinement for the duration of the event. However, I could hear the noises and smell the food. I overheard that my confinement was due to the power of 'allergies.' I must learn what this means and how to use it to my advantage.

*Today I was almost successful in an attempt to assassinate one of my tormentors by weaving around his feet as he was walking. I must try this again tomorrow -- but at the top of the stairs.

*I am convinced that the other prisoners here are flunkies and snitches. The dog receives special privileges. He is regularly released - and seems to be more than willing to return. He is obviously retarded.

*
The bird has got to be an informant. I observe him communicating with the guards regularly. I am certain that he reports my every move. My captors have arranged protective custody for him in an elevated cell, so he is safe. For now...............
*
*
Everything Natural Pet Food is the place to find natual, human grade, organic and holistic pet food and pet supplies. Hundreds of books are available on making homemade pet food recipes, training pets, including dogs, cats, horses, birds, wildlife, small animals and reptiles. If you need a dog house, bird bath, or horse blanket, we have it. http://www.everythingnaturalpetfood.com/

Humingbirds & Other Yard Wildlife

Hummingbirds are such delightful wild birds to watch in your yard. I hear them buzzing all around. I have several smaller baby Hummingbirds this year. It is interesting that the red Rufus Hummingbird babies are just as bossy as their adult counterparts. I have three feeders in the front and back yard. That way the other varieties Hummingbirds have a chance to feed while the Rufus are at another feeder.

It was quite commical when my very old Cocker Spaniel was standing underneath the Hummingbird feeder. A brilliant red Rufus tried to scare the dog away from his feeder by moving around in his threatening flight pattern just six inched from the side of the dog. The dog didn't even see the bird but it was quite cute. Don't worry, we have never had an actual Hummingbird attack. They are just wonderful to watch.

Another time, I was doing yard work and a red Rufus Hummingbird came about two feet from my face. He was in his threatening flight pattern. I stood there quietly, just looking at him. It was the first time I had been that close to a Hummingbird and it was exciting. Well, he got bored and flew away. I have seen pictures where many Hummingbirds feed simultaneously from the same feeder. They will sometimes feed from your hand. If you would like to attract Hummingbirds to your yard, here is where you can find some great products:

For Hummingbird feeders and supplies: http://www.everythingnaturalpetfood.com/WildCrittersSupplies.html

Duncraft bird baths have every type of bird baths you could want for the feather wildlife in your yard. This includes heated baths for winter and items for the baths that keep mosquitoes from breeding in the bath.

http://www.everythingnaturalpetfood.com/WildCrittersSupplies.html

I love to feed the Squirrels. I feed them dry corn, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds and, of course, peanuts. They eat their fill and then bury the rest in the yard. Some people would rather not have squirrels but I find them to be very cute and entertaining. Here are some great squirrell supplies:

http://www.everythingnaturalpetfood.com/WildCrittersSupplies.html


Brackets and poles are needed to hang your bird feeders and some types of bird houses. A good variety is located here:

http://www.everythingnaturalpetfood.com/WildCrittersSupplies.html


Everything Natural Pet Food carries complete pet and wildlife supplies. We are dedicated to carrying nautral, human grade, organic, holistic pet foods. Find supplies for dogs, cats, birds, horses, small animals, and reptiles. Pet information books on homemade pet food, pet training and pet care. http://www.everythingnaturalpetfood.com/ "Feed them Life!"

Parakeets, breeding and other information.

Today I spoke to an old friend that I have not seen in 25 years. I was delighted to hear he has a huge bird cage with 60 Parakeets that he has for breeding. Parakeets are one of America’s most popular house pets. They come in a variety of georgous colors with the females having a brown bridge on their noses. All female Parakeets lay eggs so my friend John,should be able to breed many beautiful Parakeet babies that will go to good loving homes.

Some female Parakeets don’t choose to produce eggs. The circumstances must be right. If you want to breed these birds, get a book about Parakeet breeding and locate a vet who may specialize in bird breeding. A good vet can check out your birds to make sure they are healthy and in good condition for breeding as well as give you much needed advice.

When they do lay eggs, it will be about one egg every two days until they have about 6 eggs. If you have not supplied a breeding box, they will breed anyway. A breeding box supplies the needed privacy and security for the mother and baby birds until the babies are ready to leave the nest.

Breeding requires a lot of knowledge and the right equipment. The following websites are some sources to help you find this information. Good luck and someday I hope to see lots of your baby Parakeets.

For a variety of natural, healthy Parakeet food, click on: http://www.everythingnaturalpetfood.com/BirdFoodAndSupplies.html , scroll down and click on Parakeet food and bird food and supplies for other varieties of pet birds.


For all types of information on pet & wild bird care such as diet, health, breeding, feeding, etc. go to http://www.everythingnaturalpetfood.com/PetEducationBooks.html and click on Birds. 91 books on this topic are available.


Here is a great website with all types of Parakeet information including breeding birds. http://www.lisashea.com/petinfo/articles/bird_breeding.html




No matter if your pet is a bird, rabbit, cat, dog, or horse, it is imperative to feed them natural, organic, holistic pet foods for their health. This is how we "Feed them Life!" Everything Natural Pet Food is a website dedicated to complete pet food and pet supplies of the best natural ingredients. www.EverythingNaturalPetFood.com>

Emergency Care for Pets

I received some good advice from the pet emergency care veterinary clinic near my home. When our pets are having an emergency we often don't remember what we should do. Here are some tips to post in your house in case your pet has an emergency:

1. Remain calm so you can think clearly and help your pet.
2. Call you vet first and follow his instructions and explain the nature of the emergency.
3. If your pet has been poisoned you may also want to call the local poison control. Call information for the number or better yet post it on the frig for emergencies.
4. Remember, even loving pets can bite when they are injured. Place a muzzle, towel, or blanket around their head so they can't bite you. Make sure there is plenty of room so your pet can breath.

Exactly what conditions require emergency care? Here are some conditions to be aware of:

1. Difficulty breathing
2. Unstoppable bleeding
3. Inability to urinate or defecate
4. Heatstroke
5. Bloated or distended abdomen
6. Inability to deliver kittens or puppies
7. Loss of balance, unconsciousness, or seizure
8. Pain
9. Major trauma or injury (hit by a car, etc.)
10. Shock
11. Poisoning
12. Vomiting and/or diarrhea
13. Lameness
14. Eyes: injured, sudden blindness, cloudiness or abnormal discharge.
15. Allergic reactions: swollen face, hives, red skin, difficulty breathing, severe itching or a rash.
16. Diabetic: shaking, excessive salivation, abnormal behavior, excessive vomiting, seizures.
17. General: severe lethargy, anorexia, fever greater than 104 degrees, etc.

I must put in a plug for proper feeding of your pets everyday. If your pet was born of a mother who was feed properly, it will grow up with better chances of having good health. If your pet is feed good healthy, well balanced food during it's life, it will have excellent chances of living a long life with good health.

Unfortunatly, all pet foods are not made the same. Many commercial dog and cat foods are made with toxic ingredients, contain meat by-products, artificial vitamin K3, foreign objects, and many other ingredients that over time will cause ill health and even death.

The only foods you feed your pet should be natural, organic, holistic dog & cat foods. You can find foods of this quality at www.EverythingNaturalPetFood.com along with all the pet supplements to keep your pets healthy. Many people want to cook their own pet food. You can find books full of homemade pet food recipes at http://www.everythingnaturalpetfood.com/PetEducationBooks.html. When we feed our pets proper food, we "Feed them life!"

>

Save a dog or cat and have a friend for life!

Someone sent me an email today. It said, "Did you know? Each day 10,000 humans are born in the U.S. - and each day 70,000 puppies and kittens are born. As long as these birth rates exist, there will never be enough homes for all the animals. As a result, every year 4 to 6 million animals are euthanized because there are no homes for them."

This breaks my heart. Did you know if you keep buying puppies, kittens, and purebred pets, it helps to create the lack of homes for those unwanted pets. If you want a pet, consider adoption as an alternative source. I live with three rescued dogs, two from pounds, and one from a rescue shelter. We have become a family and share a tremendously strong love for one another. I wish all humans could experience this unconditional love that pets give us. It is tremendous. You can help by:

• Adopting from a nearby shelter, rescue center, or online at www.petfinder.com
• Donate funds to your local shelter and spay/neuter programs.
• Giving your new pet proper care: natural, organic, holistic pet food; training to assure your pets proper behavior; good vet care and all necessary shots; giving your pet a place of warm shelter out of the weather; give them pleanty of your love and attention.

Another email I received today gave a link on helping to clean the inside of your computer monitor. It's quite cute:

Http://www.raincitystory.com/flash/screenclean.swf

For the best pet food, pet supplies, and books on homemade pet food, pet care & training, etc. go to www.EverythingNaturalPetFood.com

There must be quality in the pet food so you can "Feed them life!"

The Christmas Puppy Poem

Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, not a Creature was stirring, not even a mouse. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, in hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there.
************
The children were nestled all snug in their beds, with no thought of the dog filling their head and Mamma in her 'kerchief', and I in my cap, knew he was cold, but didn't care about that.
************
When out on the lawn there arose such a clatter, I sprang from the bed to see what was the matter. Away to the window I flew like a flash, figuring the dog was free of his chain and into the trash.
************
The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow gave the luster of mid-day to objects below. When, what to my wondering eyes should appear, but Santa Claus - with eyes full of tears.
He unchained the dog, once so lively and quick, last year's Christmas present, now painfully thin and sick. More rapid than eagles he called the dog's name. The dog ran to him, despite all of his pain.
************
"Now, DASHER! Now, DANCER! Now, PRANCER and VIXEN! On, COMET! On CUPID! On DONER and BLITZEN! To the top of the porch! To the top of the wall! Let's find this dog a home where he'll be loved by all."
************
I knew in an instant there would be no gifts this year, for Santa Claus had made one thing quite clear. The gift of a dog is not just for the season, we had gotten the pup for all the wrong reasons.
In our haste to think of the kids a gift, there was one important thing that we missed. A dog should be family, and cared for the same. You don't give a gift, then put it on a chain.
************
And I heard him exclaim as he rode out of sight, "You weren't giving a gift! You were giving a life!"
************
Author Unknown
************
We can do much better than this poem suggests. We can be responsible pet owners. The resources are here. Make sure the cute puppies and kittens that are adopted as Christmas gifts are given a forever home. They are part of your family. Teach your children to properly feed, bath, and care for their new pet; train the new pet to use the bathroom outside; walk on a leash, follow simple commands, and train yourself on how to be a good pet owner. It takes a little time but the rewards are worth it. The love of the cherished pet lasts it lifetime and they will give back more to you and your family than you could ever give to them. Believe me, I know this to be true from a lifetime of personal experience.
************
Hundreds of pet education books are available at http://www.everythingnaturalpetfood.com/ in the Pet Education Section. You will find books on: Pet Food/Recipes/Diets, Homemade Pet Food Recipes, Pet Training, Horse Training/Nutrition, Birds, Small Animal Care, Reptiles, Fish & Aquarium Supplies, all pet supplies. This is where to find natural, human grade, organic, & holistic dog and cat food, pet wellness care items for health, bird food and supply's, horse supply's, wild critter supply's, Sales with lots of discounts, and don't forget to give to your favorite animal charity for Christmas. Perhaps your local shelter could use a bag of dog or cat food.
************
Merry Christmas to all and to all pets, a wonderful home with a loving family who will keep you for your entire life. Love & Blessings from Everything Natural Pet Food.>