Pets

Staying cool this summer

It’s finally summertime and the animals have been feeling this heat, especially those few days when the temperatures reached more than 90 degrees. When the weather is as hot as it has been, …

Pet lovers, written in the stars

Are you a pet lover, and is it in your chart? Astrologically, the sixth house (H6) is related to pets. Anyone who’s a pet lover usually has many planets there, and they simply love their …

Meet Milo

Hello and happy June! Our animals at the farm are thriving. They’re exceptionally active right now in our vast green fields with the stunning weather we have been having. Not only are the …

Breezy Acres Tips and Tales

Blackie’s second chance

Blackie and Brownie, both Nigerian dwarf mixes, became part of the family in 2011 when they were bought from River Brook Farm in Cochecton, NY. Blackie, Brownie, Floyd and a dozen other goats were …

breezy acres tips and tales

Learning about ducks

Greetings and happy April! This last month, our most recent adventure here at the farm was getting ducklings. Raising chicks in the past, I imagined how easy it would be also to raise ducklings. …

Home again

NARROWSBURG, NY — It’s been almost a month, but Sam the dog is home for good. The photo of the formerly lost pitbull mix was at intersections, in the paper, on Facebook—it …

Arrival of spring and hatching chicks

As spring quickly approaches, there are many things to catch up on with the animals here at our small-scale farm, Breezy Acres. The mucking of pens, trimming of hooves and de-worming of feathered and …

Difficult decisions

Emergencies always seem to happen at the most unpredictable and inconvenient times. Given the recent COVID-19 pandemic, veterinary care is seeing unprecedented demand. With that demand comes …

Daisy the protector

Here at our mini-farm, Daisy has become the leader of the livestock. When I turned 16, I was surprised with the ownership of an animal I had fancied as a younger child: a donkey! She had just been …

Pandemic fatigue and burnout

January marked the one-year anniversary of the first COVID-19 diagnoses in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In that 12 month period, the world as we …

Goats n’ coats

Happy new year! I hope all of you and your fluffy friends had a healthy and safe holiday. With the wintry weather here, some of the animals on the farm need to be bundled up to keep warm. Did you …

Pets & People

Giving The Gift Of Love

(NAPSI)—Most people would agree, the best gift during the holidays—and all year round—is the gift of love. For thousands of families, that means welcoming a puppy into their home. …

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Just for cat lovers

5 fun ways to keep your cat entertained at home

(BPT) - Thanks to the pandemic, many people have gone from working in an office to working from home, giving cat owners a chance to spend more time with their furry friends. With all this extra time, …

Limited Space, Big Love: Solutions for Cat Lovers in Tight Quarters

(NewsUSA) - With more and more people moving to urban areas or just looking to minimize and simplify their lives, small-space living is on the rise. This trend toward scaling back is great news for …

Get Curious About Your Cat's Health

Adopting and fostering pets continues to trend as people across the nation add furry friends to their families for company during these unprecedented times.

Expert Tips for Welcoming a Kitten

Whether you’re fostering or adopting a kitten, learn how to give your kitten proper care during her first weeks and months with you with this advice from the experts at Royal Canin.

The pet effect: Facts about the incredible human-animal bond

(BPT) - Do you ever notice how fulfilled you feel when you spend time with your pet? How your pet can inspire joy while also somehow helping you feel less stressed? Or maybe you are thinking of …

Expert tips for maintaining your pet's healthy weight

(BPT) - While many loving pet owners are unaware their pet may not be at their healthiest weight, the fact is that more than half of cats and dogs in the U.S. are indeed overweight or obese, …

Getting a new pet?

Budgeting for pets: How to prepare for ongoing and unexpected expenses

(BPT) - Sixty-seven percent of U.S. households own a pet, or about 85 million families, according to the American Pet Products Association (APPA). This number is poised to increase because many …

4 questions to ask before getting a new pet

(BPT) - One good thing about 2020? More people are fostering and adopting pets who need homes. And during the holidays, pet adoption increases even more because families have more time away from work …

How to Save Money on Pet Care

(NewsUSA) - Owning a pet has a lot of perks, but caring for one can take its toll on your wallet. According to the ASPCA, owning a dog or cat can cost up to $1,000 in the first year, and many people …

Safety first: Tips for pet-proofing your home

(BPT) - Welcoming a four-legged friend into your family is an exciting time for everyone, but puppies, kittens, dogs and cats can easily find themselves in serious trouble while exploring their new …

More Pet Stuff

Pet parents are looking for more than just a reward for their furry friends

(BPT) - As many pet owners have spent more time at home during the pandemic, there has been an opportunity for dog lovers to enhance their relationship with their pet, like they never have had …

Tips for moving pets — to the White House or yours

(BPT) - First families throughout history have welcomed pets into the White House. That’s no surprise, considering that more than 60 percent of all U.S. households live with dogs, cats and …

5 Vet Tips for a Happy and Healthy Holiday Season with your Pets

(BPT) - After a difficult year, there's one thing most people can agree on: They're thankful for their pets. According to a new Purina survey, 93% of consumers are grateful for their pets this …

How probiotics can support your pet’s health

(BPT) - You’ve probably heard the buzz about probiotics helping to support gut health for humans — but did you know that probiotics can also help support the health of your pet? It turns …

Pet Peeves

U.S. Postal Service Offers Tips To Stop Dog Attacks On Mail Carriers

(NAPSI)—Can you picture a member of your family attacking a mail carrier? Of course, you couldn’t, but it happened 5,803 times last year across the nation. Dearborn, MI, Letter Carrier …

Holiday Hints

Santa’s Safety Suggestions For People, Pets And Packages

(NAPSI)—It’s near the time to celebrate the holidays with family and friends. The United States Postal Service has long been known as a Santa’s helper, and we take this role …

Animal News And Notes

Rescue Puppy Named New Voice Of The TurfMutt Foundation

(NAPSI)—A puppy named Mulligan has big paws to fill, but the mixed breed rescue dog is up to the challenge of becoming the new voice for the TurfMutt Foundation, says his new owner and …

4 Tips to Prepare a Pet-Friendly Fire Safety Plan

(Family Features) After more than a year of nearly constant companionship, many pet parents are preparing to leave their pets at home while they transition back to the office.

5 Ways to Give Your Cat a Purr-fect Life

With playful and spunky personalities, cats are known for keeping people entertained. Whether they’re breaking the internet in the latest viral video or making pet parents smile with a spontaneous snuggle, feline friends can be a constant source of joy.

4 Ways to Refresh Your Pet's Routines

The spring season and warmer months are typically all about renewal and evaluating things that may no longer serve you, such as habits, products or routines.

5 Springtime Adventure Ideas for You and Your Pet

As temperatures rise and days get longer, pets, just like humans, get excited about spring.