Good Things Come in Small Packages

The best things come in small packages! When it comes to small pets we couldn’t agree more! Learn more here about the pocket pets we can’t get enough of!

Do Pets Think We Are Their Parents?

When we tell our pets, “Go see mom, or go see dad”, what do they think of this? Has your pet ever shown a reaction to being told to “go see mom, or go see dad?” Often times we tell ourselves that this is just a response to hearing certain words. But do our pets really think we are their parents?

Crazy for Catnip!

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Does your cat go crazy for catnip? Your feline friends probably love to mingle with this tasty herb, and many enjoy rolling in it whenever they get the chance. If you have a cat that loves catnip, you know all too well the curious (and hilarious!) effects it can have on your pet, and you […]

Dental Care for Dogs and Cats

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When was the last time you had a really good look in your pet’s mouth? If you are like many of us, we tend not to look as often as we should.   When we think of poor dental hygiene for dogs and cats, what first comes to mind is the typical bad breath many pets […]

It’s Raining Cats and Dogs!

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January on the Sunshine Coast of BC is typically anything but sunny. Rain, more rain, wind, and storm weather—this is how January looks here! With January being one of our longest and most wintery months of the year, we can also receive extra storm weather. The wind and the rain, accompanied by hail and snow, […]

The Underwater Garden

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Creating a beautiful landscape in your aquarium is the art of aquascaping. Aquatic plants are one of the key elements to creating an underwater garden. When you add plants to your aquarium you are creating a beautiful landscape and adding benefits to your fish which can closely mimic their natural habitats. Crafting the perfect look […]

Overwintering Ponds & Pond Fish

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The beauty and importance of ponds in landscape design and gardening are indisputable—from beautifying your garden to helping the local environment and wildlife thrive. But how do you maintain a pond over winter? The goal of this guide is to provide you with a checklist of everything you need to know about winterizing your pond […]

Water Conditioners and Why They Are So Important

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Water conditioners for fish? Do they really work? I’m on a well, so I don’t need them, do I? These questions are asked all the time, and as a long-time fish expert at Mother Nature, I have heard them many times. I always give the same answer: yes, they sure do! Your fish need all […]