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6 Ways to Enjoy Flowers (Safely) With Your Furry Friend
Warm weather walks aren't just a fresh way to get your pet out and about or work on your posture and fitness. They offer the visual bonus of blooming buds, chirping birds and an air of romance. In celebration of Flower Day, which happens to be today, I have put together a roundup of helpful hints for enjoying flowers and plant life both within your home and on the street.
Dog Days of Summer: "Death Cap" Mushrooms
As if the ominous name didn't clue you in, death caps are very dangerous. This species is responsible for the majority – 95 percent! – of fatal mushroom poisoning of people and pets.
Dog Days of Summer: Just Say No to Cocoa Mulch
Don't let a nosy pooch sniff around or dig up any flowers you haven't planted yourself! If Summer travels take you to new parks or yards, double check that the gardens don't use cocoa mulch, a common fertilizer made from poisonous cocoa beans. Just like chocolate, it contains theobromine, a chemical that can cause vomiting, muscle tremors, or even death to furry friends.
On the Ball: Make a Terrarium
I think this hanging aquarium would make a fab self-contained terrarium. While my suggested version of this enclosed habitat doesn't include any animals, it's a great way to bring growing life to your office . .
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Bare Bones: Kitty Garden
I've seen these edible grass kits for cats popping up everywhere these days, and I knew (like dogs), grass can helps aid in digestion. What I didn't know was that a grass garden like this one from Cat Livin ($18), is loaded with a variety of oats, wheat, rye, and barley all-in-one, and naturally helps kitty rid herself of hairballs. Growing in 4-6 days, you can reuse the stainless steel container and replacement seeds are inexpensive at $5.
Miracle Grow a Pet in Your Garden?
I'm no stranger to hedges groomed like animals or other shapes that do not occur in nature and acheiving that result is easier than ever. Coming in three varieties for different planting options, you can opt to get your pet topiary pre-filled with moss seeds (think Chia Pet), add seeds yourself (think Miracle-Gro), or choose to add other adornments (think costumes and holiday lights). But just because someone makes it, doesn't mean you need to buy it...
Get Crafty: Downloadable Dog Breed Pumpkin Stencils!
Do you think Jack O'Lanterns go together with Halloween like dogs and costumes? Well, for those crafty carvers that want to carry their canine love to the gourds, consider putting a pup's face up front.
Better Homes and Gardens offers downloadable dog breed stencils like this precious pug, pumpkins not included.
Amount of Ear Hair the Key to Rhino Identification?!
When checking out a herd of animals at a zoo or wildlife park, do you ever wonder if they all have names? Of course, the wise keepers can tell members of the pack apart . .
Do You Know the Kinkajou's Favorite Snack?
Curious about what goes on behind-the-scenes with animal caretakers? With all the creatures — and massive amounts of food (yum) and cleanup (yuck) — I can't imagine it's an easy job, but still looks like so much fun. Now, I've already settled on a career path but Sea World and Busch Gardens have super cool Adventure Camps, geared to give teen girls this hands-on experience at their parks and encourage careers in science.
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