6 Healthy Foods High in Vitamin D

Vitamin D is an essential contribution to our body. It contributes to healthy bones and muscles, prevents many diseases, such as cardiovascular ones and certain cancers, and benefits the kidney, as well as the immune system. Its deficiency can cause serious health consequences. Although…

Spring Garden Plans In Process

It’s that time again and spring will be here before you know it. Time to start thinking about our garden! We are starting plans for our summer garden keeping the bees and our needs in mind. If you have an interest in beekeeping then…

Beekeeping 101: In New England

Last year, my bees were highly productive … a bit angry and aggressive, but they produced some awesome honey! This was my 2nd year of beekeeping … my 1st year, my bees absconded … they ALL left the hive. It was VERY disappointing  but…

Sweet & Spicy Beef Jerky Recipe

This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission  (at no extra cost to you) for purchases made through these links. Making your own jerky is easier than you ever imagined! And tastes much better than anything you will buy retail!…

Understanding The Fat To Protein Ratio In Dog Food

Which meat was used to make your dog’s food? Did you know that both photos are LEGALLY  called “meat” on a pet food label? It doesn’t matter that one is cut from fresh, lean beef and the other is the fatty trimmings sourced from…

Taking Back My Health: Day 1

Introduction I have wanted a Peleton bike for a long time (years). I have an exercise bike and a trainer I used with both my mountain and road bike but I wanted a Peleton. Today was the big day and my bike arrived. The…

You Shouldn’t Be The Only One Eating Healthy

This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. Just as healthy eating is important for you, it is also important for your pets. Human Or Feed Grade? Did you know that all pet foods…

Why Do Dogs Need Toys?

Why Dogs Need Toys? Toys are mentally and physically stimulating and help fulfill a dog’s emotional and physical needs. Although dogs today are primarily bred as companion animals, they still need a “job.” Without something to occupy their time and fulfill their chewing needs,…

Vetster: On-Demand Online Vet Appointments

If you purchase something after clicking on this link I’ll probably earn a few bucks from it at no extra cost to you. As pet parents, our fur babies’ health is always a priority but sometimes determining whether your pet needs to be seen…

5 Simple Ways to Get Your Dog to Pay Attention

Do you find yourself trying hopelessly to get your dog’s attention? Does “in one ear and out the other” sound familiar? Or does your dog find it easy to listen to you until he sees the dreaded mail carrier? Whatever the case, it’s important…