Those of us who garden know that sometimes slugs can disrupt our efforts. There are many products that one can buy and methods that we could use, but most of those are cruel and involve killing the slugs.
That is why I wanted to share a few easy ways to prevent slugs …
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Let’s face it: Dogs are busybodies! They are social creatures who want to know everything about their environment. Thankfully, it takes very little to satisfy this instinct and create a happy environment for them.
One solution that I discussed in a previous post was to install doggie windows in fences. But many of …
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“Why does my dog always lift his leg on my plants and kill them?” This question is a top concern for dog guardians, especially those with male dogs. When we get the call that dogs have killed many plants in a new garden, I always suspect the lack of “fire hydrants,” as I call …
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A common discussion topic among gardeners is how to keep out “unwanted” critters. Because I specialize in keeping gardens safe for humans and animals, I come at this challenge from a different perspective.
While I do not want my plants to be eaten by insects and don’t want my yard to become a mouse …
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Have you ever wondered how you can have a great animal-friendly landscape without doing too much work? The answer is simple-start with the perfect master plan. Putting in the time upfront to plan will actually reduce the time and energy you will need to spend on maintenance in the future. And trust me-it will eliminate …
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