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How to Feed Birds All Year Long

As the seasons change from winter to spring to summer to fall, switch up what you're serving in your feeders to attract more birds to your backyard.

Integrating New Chickens Into Your Flock

Click to learn how to make this challenging transition as easy as possible on your flock.

How to Maintain Backyard Bird Feeders

Attract birds to your backyard with these bird feeding tips to keeping your feeders filled and fresh.

DIY Holiday Bird Feeder

One of my favorite things to do on a lazy Saturday afternoon is to sit by the window with a cup of tea and watch the birds. Recently, my oldest daughter helped me make these festive pine cone bird feeders to encourage our feathered friends to visit more often. And because it’s the holiday season, we adorned our bird fe

How to clean a bird feeder

How to attract birds — not bears — with your bird feeders

To avoid attracting bears, Vermonters should wait to put up bird feeders until Dec. 1,\u00a0according to the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department.

Five Ways to Best Support Your Bird

Birds are exceptionally smart and emotional. Don’t be fooled by their little physique. They are intune with their environment and those around them. Here are five ways to best support your fine feathered friend1. Spend time with your bird every day.Any pet needs a certain amount of socialization and bonding, but it is especially important with non-domesticated animals that are being kept as pets. Exotic birds are a perfect example. Birds need to be handled on a regular basis. Neglecting their…

These bird species are most likely to contaminate our fruits and veggies

Food-borne illnesses caused by bacteria like E. coli and salmonella are sometimes spread by birds on produce farms. A new study looks at which species carry the highest risks.

Winter Craft for Kids: Cookie Cutter Bird Feeders

Make bird feeders in any shape with the help of your favourite cookie cutters.

5 DIY Bird Feeders for the Home and Garden

While it’s easy to go out and buy one at the local big box, there are many ways to make a bird feeder right at home.

Business owners care for creatures, create community

Barlow Trail veterinary Clinic nominated for quarterly Sandy Area Chamber award

Keeping Squirrels Away From Your Home

Scott Winsper, a wildlife technician at Colonial Pest Control, discusses keeping squirrels away from your home in this podcast.

Feeders can spread dangerous diseases to birds. Here's what you can do.

A 25-year British study found that bird feeders can spread a variety of different diseases among wild birds. There are some ways birdwatchers can take steps to cut the risk, however

How to Keep Mice, Rats, and Squirrels Away from Bird Feeders

Birds, mice, rats, and squirrels all love to eat seeds. Try these tips to discourage rodents from eating at or under your bird feeder.

Caring for your Bird: A Checklist

The cage is the most basic and most important item your bird needs. Choose a spacious cage with the right bar spacing to prevent injury. The bird should be able to fully spread its wings with plenty of room to spare. Allow enough room for toys and perches without crowding the cage. The bird should be able to move comfortably around the cageToysBirds need a few different types of toys to provide physical and mental stimulation. Try to include the following:…