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Defense Of The Homestead As I sit down to write the article” Defense of the homestead”, it is a shade after midnight. Not such an odd hour for a freelance writer. The day job has been put behind me, the ...

I didn’t have a dog growing up. My mom hated them, and thought them messy and expensive. Dad didn’t care too much for them, either, and I guess I can’t blame them. Sure, we lived in the country and with ...

  Your family’s safety may be foremost in your disaster preparedness, but remember that your pet is a family member, too — with a different set of needs. So, make an emergency kit for your pet. The following items should ...

  Many breeds of dogs were originally bred to be “ratters” — that is, their ancestors were bred to hunt and kill vermin. In fact, many of these dogs are terriers. Terrier is from the Latin word “terra,” which means ...

Urban areas and cities aren’t the only places where crime and theft can be a problem. Rural areas are also at risk. Here are just a few ideas for how you can keep your homestead more secure and protected. 1. ...

Cats and dogs are always checking out their surroundings by taste, especially puppies and kittens. Unfortunately sometimes our pets decide to eat something they shouldn’t – especially when it’s on a farm or homestead, where there are lots of options. ...

When we adopted two shelter kitties, we checked them carefully for fleas. Unfortunately, their long fur must have hidden the signs. Within a few days at home, both kittens were visibly scratching, and I was worried. I knew from a ...

Dogs are known as man’s best friend, and while it’s certainly arguable, many historians believe that dogs may have been the first animals to be domesticated by humans.  Dogs have long been used to protect us, herd other animals, hunt ...

Protecting the homestead is essential for rural dwellers, who have countless threats. This includes people who would like to steal your belongings, people who want simply to sniff around, and people who may want to cause harm to your property. ...

Taking your dog with you on excursions into the great outdoors can be a memorable experience. However, it can also quickly turn into a nightmare without adequate plans and preparation. There’s nothing quite like having enthusiastic companionship that is tailor-made ...