Archive for August, 2011
Suet is a common bird food, called suet cakes because of their unique appearance as blocks of compacted food. Suet bird feeders often consist of one or more cages in which suet cakes are placed, and birds then feast on the suet by thrusting their beaks in between breaks in the cages, or climbing in the cages themselves. This makes suet feeders a natural deterrent for squirrels. However, this also means mice and smaller rats will climb into suet feeders just like a bird.
Suet feeders attract a wide breadth of the winged community. Birds of all sizes will flock to suet feeders inside their bird cage to feast upon peanut butter, peanuts, cranberries, and the natural soy ingredients which comprise suet cakes.
As the temperature begins to drop and you pull out the extra pillows and electric blankets to stay warm, think of your pet, too – the same old spot on the floor, or the dog bed he slept in all summer may not be keeping him warm enough. Although dogs have fur, they get cold just like humans. Particularly if they sleep outside or in the garage, they may need some extra warmth during the fall and winter, and heated dog beds are the perfect solution.
Heated large dog beds are made from easy to clean, durable fabric and can help soothe an older dog’s joints. They also come in a variety of styles to fit in with your décor, and in many cases, they will even match your furniture. Heated dog beds can also double as crate pillows, and are so plush and comfortable; you’ll wish they were for you.