Who wants a ferret?
Looking for a pet that’s more independent than a dog, yet more playful than a cat? Enter the ferret, which has climbed to third most popular pet in the…
Category: General Interest
Tips for quieting a barking dog
The Humane Society of Denver says a barking dog can cause neighborhood disputes and violations of animal control ordinances. If your dog’s barking has…
What states will Brood X visit?
Brood X cicadas will emerge in 15 states: Delaware, Illinois, Georgia, Indiana, New York, Kentucky, Maryland, North Carolina, New Jersey, Ohio,…
Brood X comes for a visit this summer
They are visitors who show up uninvited every 17 years to make a lot of noise. But they don’t bite and they mainly shut up at night. And that will be a…
Prepare for fall drought in spring
Healthy lawns that have been fed four or five times a year will be strong enough to survive up to a couple of months with no water. Feeding your lawn…
Brewing tea for maximum flavor and benefits
Brewing tea for maximum flavor, benefits Sipping a hot flavorful cup of tea is a good way to relax and relieve stress. Though you may drink tea purely for…
Shorter version of Brood X comes for a visit this summer
Brood X comes for a visit this summer They show up uninvited every 17 years to make a lot of noise. But they don’t bite and they mainly shut up at night….
How to make a perfect snowman (or snow-woman)
We never gave it much thought — pack a good, firm snowball and roll it around the yard until big enough for a base. Repeat two more times. Stack one on…
Meet Beave, the latest animal sensation
Dogs and cats (especially grumpy ones) are certainly fun, but some of the best animals to follow online are the quirky ones. And the latest one to steal…
The ugliest orchid in the world
Here’s a flower you won’t want to give to your love on Valentine’s Day. While beauty is subjective, a certain orchid, found recently in Madagascar, seems…