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If you live in bear country, this is good advice

Birdseed is *not* a part of a balanced bear diet, so don’t let flightless and fuzzy friends take advantage of lingering feed. If bears are fed human-supplied food, they can become repeat visitors and lose their fear of humans, cause property damage, and harm people, pets, and livestock. Here’s what OUT for a safer spring: ❌Bird feeders: Bring em’ in, folks! Do not entice hungry bears to your neighborhood with easy eats. ❌Unsecured trash: Keep garbage cans indoors and use bear-resistant garbage cans ❌ Surprise bears: Communicate with your neighbors and let them know that a bird feeder-free spring makes everybody safer For a harmonious season, here’s what’s IN: ✔️ Native plants and flowers are alternatives to traditional bird feeders and provide food and habitat for other pollinators too. ✔️ Bring in outdoor pet food and keep outdoor furniture and cooking areas clean. ✔️Respectful Viewing: If you happen to see a bear, keep a safe distance away (at least 300 feet away). Keep dogs on a leash, as off-leash dogs may encounter and bring a bear with them.

It's getting cold in MN! Here are some great DIY organic ways to keep your home rodent free. #winterprep #houseexpert #householdtips #rodentcontrol #winterscoming #cleanhome #cleanhouse #ideasworthspreading

Discover the key to tick-free pastures! 🌿 Mow grass regularly, clear leaf litter, trim branches, and maintain a neat border to create an unfriendly environment for ticks. Implement rodent and deer-proof strategies, and consider housing tick-eating birds. Don't forget to use topical insecticides on horses and acaricides for environmental treatment. Stay ahead in tick control with these effective measures! 🐎 #EquineCare #TickPrevention #HealthyPastures For more details on these tick control strategies ➡️ https://ow.ly/cOC950QGOgf

#DidYouKnow that #trout are incredibly adaptable and can complete their lifecycle in freshwater and saltwater - an ability which they get from their 'phenotypic plasticity'? Read the first in our new blog series about the amazing adaptability of trout on our website here: https://lnkd.in/e9SiBvuW

Ever wondered why your furry friend munches on grass? Dogs eating grass is actually quite common and can stem from various reasons. Sometimes, it's simply a natural behavior, akin to exploring their environment. �� Grass can act as a natural emetic, helping dogs to induce vomiting if they have an upset stomach o need to clear something unpleasant from their system. �� In some cases, dogs may crave certain nutrients found in grass, like fiber or trace minerals, especiall if their diet is lacking in these essentials. �� Dogs are curious creatures, and grazing on grass might be a way for them to satisfy their innate nee to investigate and taste new things. #iclean_dog_wash #dogwash #revenue #manufacturer #profitablebusiness #businessownersdream #dogwashmachine #dogfeedingtips #healthydogdiet

Hand washing to the fore of revised farm visit code of practice. “…preventing or controlling ill health at visitor attractions.” Every year in the UK many people, including groups of younger children, visit areas where they are allowed to watch and interact with animals. Indeed, so popular is this, that “millions of people” enjoy the benefits of farm visits and petting zoos, according to the Access To Farms website. One of the most important considerations in the guidance concerns hand washing, such as the kind of facilities that must be made available – and where they should be situated. The information is clear – hand gels and bowls of static water are simply not acceptable. “While the primary control measures should focus on reducing and eliminating faecal contamination, the most effective method of removing dirt and contamination remains hand washing with soap and running hot and cold, or warm water followed by hand drying.” #handwashing #farmvisits https://lnkd.in/ew6WyURe

Declared weeds are notorious for their rapid germination, growth and vigorous seed set, and this year’s seasonal conditions has led to a large germination of summer weed species. Summer weeds such as Caltrop, Bathurst burr, Silverleaf nightshade, must be managed as they can have ongoing adverse impacts on primary production and the environment. Some considerations for landholders for managing weeds include: 🌱 familiarise yourself which the weed species in your area 🌱 Learn to identify weeds correctly: https://bit.ly/42qDrcA 🌱 Check known weed sites early and manage any new emergence 🌱 Monitor paddocks to detect new incursions as they emerge 🌱 Be vigilant when moving vehicles and stock between paddocks and properties and take precautions as some types of grass seeds, fruits and burrs easily attach to vehicles, people and animals. If you are concerned about a weed on your property or would like help designing a weed control plan contact your local Landscape Board as they have officers available to help across South Australia: https://bit.ly/42qYewB

Happy World Whale Day! Believe it or not. Choosing to eat mass “produced” commercial fish (and other sealife) from restaurants and grocery stores is killing whales. Equipment (ropes and nets) used to catch lobsters and fish often entangle critically endangered whales. This also goes for turtles, dolphins, along with destroying the precious underwater ecosystem as a whole. We know actions have consequences, but we also know when those consequences are “hidden” underwater — it’s easier to ignore or forget. This is why World Whale Day is not only a time to celebrate the beauty and power of the world’s largest animal, but also a time to remind every one of harmful actions. This isn’t about “stealing their food”. It’s a much larger/more systemic concern than that. Eating fish is nowhere near as innocent as it’s made out to be. Want to save whales, other beautiful sealife, and ocean habitats? Stop choosing to fund industries that are killing all of them. Seafood for humans is comprised of algae and other sea based foods. Sealife such as fish, lobster, etc. is seafood for other sealife — not for humans. #worldwhaleday #savetheoceans #savethewhales

Bumble bees are incredible creatures that play a vital role in our ecosystem. As essential pollinators, they contribute significantly to the health and growth of plants and crops. However, when they build nests in inconvenient locations such as under AC units, inside walls, or near busy walkways and entry points, they can pose a threat to humans. At Tailor Made Pest Control, we understand the importance of protecting both humans and the environment. That's why we take pride in using environmentally safe products that target specific pests without harming the surrounding ecosystem. Our methods ensure that we effectively manage bumble bee nests while preserving their essential role in nature. Are you ready to say goodbye to pests and start living #pestfree? Give us a call at (502) 219-4688 and enjoy #peaceofmind today! Let us take care of your pest concerns with solutions that are kind to both you and the environment.