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Summer is officially upon us! This crowd-favorite season means outdoor activities galore, and with some easy planning for us humans, we can manage the heat with cooler, lighter clothing, hydration and shade…but what about our feathered friends? Here’s what to do when keeping chickens cool? When cold, chickens (and many birds) are the ultimate in resourceful heating. They fluff up their feathers, which traps air between the layers, creating an instant downy coat. In summer, there’s no way to strip down – and molt won’t happen until daylight decreases in the fall months. Because chickens cannot sweat, it makes them...

As temperatures rise, it’s important to help your pets stay safe, cool, and comfortable. Whether you’re spending time in the backyard, heading to the park, or taking a walk around the block, here are a few tips to keep your furry friend safe this summer: 1. Walk During Cooler Hours: Early morning or late evening walks help prevent overheating and burned paws. Pavement can be much hotter than the air temperature—if it’s too hot for your hand, it’s too hot for their paws. 2. Keep Water Available: Always provide clean, fresh water at home and on the go. Collapsible travel...

What does good value in a feed mean to you? Is it a fair price? Quality ingredients? Less waste? NatureWise Nourishing was formulated with these things in mind. Our customers mentioned seeing a lot of dust and small pieces—what we call fines—at the bottom of feed bags. And, just for you, we developed NatureWise Nourishing, a new feed with a specialized cooking process that minimizes fines and also offers better nutrient absorption. It’s an all-around win—and an exceptional value—for you and your birds. NatureWise Nourishing is made with a process similar to that used to make pet foods. It allows...

As the weather warms up and pets spend more time outdoors, it’s important to adjust your pet care routine for the season. From pest prevention to hydration and grooming, here are a few spring pet care tips to keep your furry friend happy, healthy, and safe this May. 1. Stay Ahead of Fleas & Ticks Spring marks the start of flea and tick season. These pests can cause everything from irritation to serious illness, so prevention is key. Stock up on: Flea & tick topical treatments or collars Natural repellents and sprays Yard-safe pest control options 2. Brush Off the...

Pre- and probiotics are considered “functional ingredients” that are added to horse feed to provide benefits to your horse. The environment of the intestine (a.k.a. gut) contains naturally occurring beneficial microorganisms commonly called ‘bugs’. Gut bugs are found in all species, including humans, and are essential to the digestion process. For the horse, gut bugs work to break down components of forage and feed as they pass through the digestive tract. The bugs deconstruct complex molecules within feedstuffs, which releases nutrients and allows the synthesis of energy substrates and important vitamins. Those nutrients are then absorbed through the intestines into...