Fri.Jul 15, 2016

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5 Most Important Things to Know As A First-Time Dog Owner

4 The Love Of Animals

Who doesn’t love a companion that is sweet, loving, caring, protective, and totally cuddle-worthy? Well, for most of us, the ideal pet companion is a dog that is also dubbed as a man’s best buddy and we couldn’t agree more. … Continue reading → The post 5 Most Important Things to Know As A First-Time Dog Owner appeared first on 4 The Love of Animals.

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How To Get A Bird Back Up The Chimney

10,000 Birds

It’s summer, you’re in your house, and suddenly there’s a commotion. There’s a small tap, then a really fast chittering sound – as if a garden gnome has come to life and is furiously shaking a tiny pair of maracas. You rush over to investigate, and there are birds in your fireplace. They’re Chimney Swifts. Chimney Swifts are remarkable birds who are having a harder and harder time finding brick chimneys in which to nest and raise their families.

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Where Are You Birding This Third Weekend of July 2016?

10,000 Birds

Summer is full swing here in the Northern Hemisphere, which means a birder’s fancy turns to less predictable targets. Traditionally, we might start chasing butterflies or odes, but these days bring more colorful fare. Are you Pokébirding ? I’m still in Michigan enjoying the lake life, despite the prosaic (for a New Yorker) birding. Corey never gives up on avian observation, so look for him somewhere in the Empire State.

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