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5 Ways to Dispose of Your Real Christmas Tree After the Holidays

Having a real Christmas tree has its benefits. It smells amazing, looks great, and can be a fun tradition. However, it also has some cons. A real Christmas tree sheds its needles, must be watered and has to be disposed of after Christmas is over. There are many ways to get rid of or recycle […]

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How to Prevent Fleas and Ticks on Your Dog

We all love our dogs. They’re furry, sweet, and lovable. So why wouldn’t we want to protect them from something that could potentially harm them? Fleas and ticks are something that every dog owner must be aware of and try to prevent. Especially if you and your dog love to hike and be out in […]

How to Get Rid of the Skunk Smell on Your Dog: Tips and Tricks

I think it’s safe to say that skunk smell is not pleasant. In fact, the very existence of skunks relies on the stench they put out. Skunks use their terrible odor to protect themselves and keep predators away. Unfortunately, sometimes dogs are a little oblivious to the warning signs that skunks use to tell you […]

Your Guide to Common Weeds in the Garden

It’s nearing Halloween so we’re going to start out with something that should scare you; weeds. Yikes! No one wants to see weeds in their perfectly manicured lawn. It’s a disheartening sight to see weeds start to sprout in your nice grass or garden. There’s a tough battle ahead with stubborn common weeds. The good […]

How to Prevent Lawn Weeds in Your Yard

Preventing lawn weeds is a whole lot easier than trying to get rid of them. No one wants to spend hours outside spraying, pulling, and yanking. It’s very possible to get rid of weeds once they’ve already sprouted, but it’s significantly harder. Instead of battling weeds all spring and summer, try preventing them before they […]

Tips on How to Get Rid of Ants Outside

Ants are terribly intrusive and don’t seem to get the fact that you don’t want them around. Their social skills seem to need a little work since they can’t get the hint that you’d wish they would just take over their own home instead of yours. The last thing you want to see when you […]