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How to Use Cedar Oil as an Insect Repellent

How to Use Cedar Oil as an Insect Repellent

Cedar oil, which is extracted from the bark of cedar trees, is a safe and natural insect repellent that is particularly effective against fleas. By mixing pure cedar oil with other types of natural oils, such as citronella and lemongrass oil, you can...

How to Identify Waxwings

How to Identify Waxwings

There are two types of Waxwing birds that can be found in North America, the Bohemian Waxwing and the Cedar Waxwing. These berry-eating birds look similar to each other, but there are some important differences between the two. Read on to learn how to...

How to Prevent Flea Infestation

How to Prevent Flea Infestation

Fleas are a nuisance for many reasons. Not only do they feed off your pets, they infest your home and even your yard. It is difficult to keep the fleas at bay throughout the entire summer and fall and can become expensive if you have to continuously...

How to Take a Holistic Approach to Flea and Tick Prevention

How to Take a Holistic Approach to Flea and Tick Prevention

Taking a holistic approach to flea and tick prevention has become increasingly important to many dog owners. Concern for the environment and the safety of the dog has many pet owners seeking alternatives to chemicals for parasite control. There are...

How to Landscape your Property for Birding

How to Landscape your Property for Birding

Hello, welcome to Expert Village. My name is Wayne Petersen, director of the Massachusetts Audubon Society Important Bird Areas Program and we’re here this afternoon at the Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary in Marshville, Massachusetts. Next we...

Spotted Python Substrate

Spotted Python Substrate

The next thing we're going to talk about is substrate for your spotted python enclosure. Now, when I say substrate, what I'm talking about is the bedding that is going to do in your tank. We reptile people like to use substrate, it sounds fancy and...

Caging a Russian Tortoise

Caging a Russian Tortoise

Welcome to Regal Reptiles again we're going to talk about caging our Russian tortoise. Russian tortoises are fairly easy to care for we are going to keep ours in a cement mixing bend which is a lot of ground space for the tortoise it's nice and big you...

How to Kill Fleas With Household Products

How to Kill Fleas With Household Products

Are fleas a problem at your house? There are several homemade natural ways to repel fleas by using household products. You don’t have to use harsh chemical treatments to bring relief to your pet!

How to Make a Nesting Box For My Duck

How to Make a Nesting Box For My Duck

Many species of ducks use holes in trees and other places to nest. Whether you want to keep ducks as pets or place your boxes in the wild to attract local ducks, a nesting box can be a fun project. There are many plans on how to build specific nesting...

How to Build a Squirrel Corn Cob Feeder

How to Build a Squirrel Corn Cob Feeder

Squirrels are a delight to watch when they run, climb and play in the trees. Make a feeder for the squirrels. Squirrels love corn and this feeder provides not only the food but a place for them to sit while eating. Pull out your hammer and saw and whip...

The Mess and Odors of Pet Sugar Gliders

The Mess and Odors of Pet Sugar Gliders

Hi my name is Elizabeth Cantu and I am speaking on behalf of Expert Village. Today we are talking about sugar gliders and I guess some of the more unpleasant things about sugar glider ownership and some of the things to take into consideration. These...

Home Remedies for Fleas On Dogs

Home Remedies for Fleas On Dogs

For nearly all of recorded history, dogs have aided man in hunting, gathering livestock and protecting the family. In modern times, dogs have become known less as working guardians and more as family companions. Owning dogs, however, isn’t always...

How to Stop Unwanted Pests

How to Stop Unwanted Pests

Stopping unwanted pests is sometimes the hardest thing to do. With a few simple steps, unwanted pests will stop visiting any home. Keep moths away from clothes and kill those cockroaches dead in their tracks without using chemicals or poisons. Stop the...

How to Cut Walls for a Birdhouse

How to Cut Walls for a Birdhouse

Okay, I'm Bob Olsen, from Expert Village. I'm going to show you the next segment on which we're going to do on this, this old bird house we're going to make. So we wanted to get a just a piece on the floor. That other piece I cut off, this would make a...

How Much Does it Cost to Own Pets?

How Much Does it Cost to Own Pets?

Hi my name is Tim Labelle; this is my wife April Labelle. We are the owners of Pet Barn Exotics in Hartland Michigan. We are here on behalf of Expert Village to help you choose the right pet. In this segment we will be talking about budget and expenses...

How to Care for a Pet Rodent

How to Care for a Pet Rodent

A rodent can be a great pet to have. They are fairly low maintenance, but you must still care for them properly. Use this guide to give your pet rodent the longest and happiest life possible by providing it with the proper care.

How to Make a Wood Duck House

How to Make a Wood Duck House

Wood ducks nest in woodland areas along lakes, rivers and wetland areas. The wood duck is considered by many bird watchers as the most colorful waterfowl species. It is important to protect the wood duck's habitat and help provide it with nesting sites.

How to Pick a Cage for a Pet Mouse

How to Pick a Cage for a Pet Mouse

Domestic mice make enjoyable pets, as they are cute and clever and relatively easy to care for. There are several options for housing pet mice including wire cages, glass or plastic tanks and modular containers. Each of these has its pros and cons, but...

How to Keep a Pet Mouse

How to Keep a Pet Mouse

A pet mouse (Mus musculus domesticus) is a domesticated breed of the common mouse (Mus musculus.) They also are known as "fancy" or "feeder" mice and have been intentionally bred as pets in Europe since the early 17th century. Fancy mice have a much...

How to Care for Syrian Hamsters

How to Care for Syrian Hamsters

If you're looking for a small pet to care for, you might consider getting a Syrian hamster. A Syrian, or golden, hamster is one of the more popular species of hamster to keep as a pet. You should prepare yourself to care for a Syrian hamster by...

How to Build Bird Houses for Florida

How to Build Bird Houses for Florida

Attracting and keeping native birds in Florida can depend on providing them with their preferred type of housing. Birdhouses for Florida often concentrate on woodpeckers, owls and other native birds. These birds often prefer to build their nests in palm...

How to Take Care of a Chinchilla

How to Take Care of a Chinchilla

With their playful personalities, boundless energy, and cherubic faces, chinchillas are fast becoming a popular pet. Nocturnal animals, chinchillas can live for as many as 15 years with the proper care, so it's essential that you're absolutely certain...

How to Keep a Pet Rodent Disease Free

How to Keep a Pet Rodent Disease Free

The first thing that comes to mind when you think about rodents is probably disease. We usually see rodents as pests that spread diseases like rabies and the plague. But once you get past their reputation and see them for the intelligent and playful...

How to Make a Comfortable Gerbil Home

How to Make a Comfortable Gerbil Home

Just like any living thing, gerbils need to have a comfortable and suitable environment in which to live so that they can thrive. Gerbils have particular dietary and nesting needs that their owners should consider. Follow these steps to build a...

How to Raise Baby Chicks

How to Raise Baby Chicks

Chicks need feed, water, heat, light and space to grow into healthy chickens. If you're purchasing your chicks, read "How to Purchase Chicks" or "How to Hatch Chicks."

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