It is not unusual to find baby birds out of their nest during the spring and summer time. Most of the time, there is no need to be worried or concerned about the bird; the parents are often keeping a watchful eye from up above. Baby birds often leave the nest before they are fully capable of flight, such as Blackbirds and Robins. After a while of being on the ground, the young bird will begin to get hungry and...
Has your puppy got what it takes to be crowned Puppy of the Year 2021 and win €1500 worth of prizes? The hugely popular Petmania Puppy of the Year is coming back for 2021, with entries opening Monday 30th August! The competition will be run online for with €1,500 worth of prizes to be won by one very lucky puppy. Entries are open from Monday 30th August online at www.petmania.ie. Adorable pooches from across the country have just three weeks to enter...
What is Breeding Season? Breeding season occurs each year, usually around the spring time for many garden birds. Birds begin constructing their nests, flying to and from their nesting sites in search of materials. Males being attracting mates by showing off bright breeding plumage during courtship displays, by delivering food to females, by displaying their nest-building abilities, and by singing or calling. Once the male has found a female mate and have mated, the female will lay eggs and in some species, both...
If you are the pet parent of a double coated dog such as a Husky or Golden Retriever, you are probably all too familiar of how challenging it can be to keep them properly groomed. Making sure that their coat is looking their absolute best will require regular brushing—both at home and in a grooming studio. In this blog post, I’ll got through what a double coat is, how to properly maintain this coat, and our top must-have brushing tools. Laura Pietrzyk,...
Taking your kitten to get her vaccinations is essential to her health and wellbeing, as they protect against an array of diseases that your kitten is vulnerable to. It also helps prevent disease spreading to any other animals in your area. Your kitten’s mother protected her from disease through antibodies in her milk during her first few weeks of existence; after this, it’s up to you to help keep your kitten healthy, with the help and advice of your local veterinarian. In...
Kittens reach sexual maturity around 4 months of age, which means they are now capable of breeding and producing kittens themselves. To prevent any unwanted pregnancies and more kittens running around your home, it is strongly recommended to get your kitten neutered or spayed. Neutering is a surgical procedure that removes the reproductive organs and prevents your cat from reproducing. In females, it is called spaying. It is a very common procedure, with many benefits for both cat and cat parent. In...
Whether you're returning to the office or going back to school, leaving your puppy or adult dog at home alone isn't an easy task. Some dogs adapt right away without their owners being around them throughout the day, while others may cry or bark excessively as soon as their owners walk out the door. It's essential to teach your dog that it's okay to left alone and that there's no need to panic; likewise, you must understand your puppy isn't barking...
As there are many different types of birds, there are many different types of bird feeders, and if you want to attract a variety of bird species to your garden, it is a good idea to stock up on lots of feeders and tables. You’ll find that some bird species are more inclined to use one kind of feeder over another. In this blog, we’ll talk about the different types of bird feeders, what feeders to use to attract certain birds,...
Feeding garden birds has become an enjoyable activity for many, and with winter just around the corner, it is more important than ever to give whatever care we can to these wild animals. In cold weather when the ground freezes and foraging food becomes difficult, feeding birds can be the difference between life and death and preserving diverse bird species. In this blog post, we’ll guide you through the types of bird food, how to attract birds to your garden, and...
It’s not uncommon to find an injured bird, as they often find themselves in the midst of dangers. Whether it is accidentally flying into a window, falling out of a nest or sustaining an injury due to predators like cats, birds can easily hurt themselves and require some care before returning to full health. In this blog post, we’ll give you advice on what to do if you find an injured bird in distress in your garden. In most cases, chicks...
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