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🐦 Chirps and Cheers: The Essential Guide to Raising a Domestic Bird 📖🎉 Elevate your bird parenting skills with our comprehensive guide, packed with tips to ensure a healthy and joyful environment for your feathered friend! 🌿🌤️ Get chirping and check out our latest blog post on #PetReflex! 🐾🎶 #birdcare #petadvice #happybirds 

There are seemingly endless ways to raise youngsters in the bird world. Some female birds do it all: building the nest, incubating the eggs, and raising the young to fledging. Others split the work with a male partner. Occasionally, males do all the work. In some rare cases, females and males manage to avoid parenting duties altogether. For some species, it takes a village to help raise chicks, and “neighbors” or even other offspring pitch in. However they do it, the process of nesting, brooding, and fledging chicks can be an intense experience for birds (and it is often done after a lengthy migration journey!). Explore the parenting strategies of a few female birds to see how different their approaches to raising young can be, and join us in celebrating motherhood on this special day. https://lnkd.in/gszWrWny #BirdMoms #MothersDay #FemaleBirds #FemaleBirdSpotlight

About Me I am an herbal medicine woman, midwife, and counselor based in Noble, Oklahoma, operating under the umbrella of Main Meadow Sanctuary. My life’s work revolves around community building, holistic healing, and supporting underserved populations both locally and globally. My family and I live off-grid, growing our own food, and striving to live sustainably while sharing our resources and knowledge with others. Current Projects and Goals: Main Meadow Sanctuary Purpose: Main Meadow Sanctuary is dedicated to restoring Winnie Wood to its original state as an animal sanctuary and creating a community where children can learn about animals and nature. It also provides shelter for the homeless and promotes sustainable living. Activities: Organizing vendor events. Running campaigns for feeding children in Africa. Purchasing land for building orphanages. Promoting sustainable living through off-grid practices and growing food. Main Meadow Marketplace Purpose: Main Meadow Marketplace is a global, decentralized platform that allows individuals to establish businesses based on their intrinsic values, talents, and creativity. It aims to propel love forward into the Age of Aquarius. Activities: Providing a platform for vendors to create business profiles. Linking vendors to events. Promoting products and services to support entrepreneurship. Gambia Project Purpose: To establish a Main Meadow Sanctuary in Gambia, providing a home for 11 men and their families, and building a sustainable community with a focus on permaculture and orphanage support. Activities: Hosting 11 men and their families. Establishing a permaculture design patent. Building orphanages and sanctuaries. Encouraging community involvement and development. Fundraising Campaigns Purpose: To raise funds for various initiatives, including animal sanctuary restoration, feeding programs, and land purchases for orphanages. Activities: Hosting online and in-person vendor events. Encouraging donations through promotional codes and vendor collaborations. Promoting fundraising campaigns on social media and other platforms. Personal Healing Services Offerings: Herbal medicine consultations and products. Midwifery and doula services, including birth and death doula work. Animal therapy services with Sundance, a licensed therapy dog. Private 1-on-1 counseling sessions from home, with most insurance accepted. Media Presence Find Me On Social Media: Search for Main Meadow Sanctuary or Main Meadow Marketplace. Linktree: https://lnkd.in/es8xfdT2 This summary reflects my commitment to holistic healing, sustainable living, and community support through a variety of interconnected projects and initiatives.

🧐 Do male sea otters help raise pups? The answer is: NO ❎ Male sea otters don’t help raise pups primarily due to their mating and social behaviors. In sea otter populations, males and females tend to live in separate groups outside of mating season. Once mating occurs, males typically leave and play no role in the upbringing of the young. Here are some key reasons why: 🔆 Biological Investment: Female sea otters invest heavily in raising pups, as they are pregnant for about six months and then nurse their pups for around six to eight months. The males, on the other hand, have evolved to focus on mating with multiple females to increase their reproductive success. 🐾 Behavioral Traits: Males are generally more aggressive and territorial, which can be disruptive to the delicate care needed for young pups. Female otters are protective and spend all their time nurturing, feeding, and teaching their young how to survive. 🦀 Ecological Adaptations: Since sea otters have high metabolic rates and need to eat a lot to maintain their body heat, females focus solely on foraging and caring for their pup. Males focus on competing with other males for mating opportunities rather than engaging in pup care. This division of roles allows sea otters to maximize their reproductive potential in the environments they inhabit. 📸: Gretchen Kay Stuart | #elakhaalliance #seaotters #seaotter #otters #wildlife #wildlifephotography #montereybay #oregon #california #estuary #kelpforest #kelp

📚 Our BACK TO BASICS SERIES: feral vs. stray What's the difference between a feral cat and a stray cat? 🤔 👉 A FERAL cat is an outdoor cat that is not socialized with people. These cats are fearful and want nothing to do with humans. They are not suited to be indoor pets and are considered unadoptable. There are varying degrees of feral, so "once a feral, always a feral" is not the rule. Some ferals can be socialized over time; it depends on the cat and the person working with the animal. 👉 A STRAY cat is a cat that lives outdoors and has been socialized to some degree with humans. This cat may have once had an indoor home but now finds itself outside, perhaps abandoned or lost. Or, it could be a cat born outside with a feeder whom it trusts. Strays are more open to relationships with humans whereas ferals are not. When one describes a cat as a stray, it is implied that the cat is friendly to some degree. 💡 "Community cat" is an all-encompassing term to include all unowned outdoor cats, regardless of whether they are stray or feral. Knowing whether a cat is feral or stray is important as the answer will determine your course of action. All cats should be spayed or neutered. A feral cat should go through the TNR process whereas a stray cat might go into foster care after vetting in search of an indoor forever home. Generally, strays are candidates for adoption; ferals are generally not. 👉How can you tell if a cat is feral or stray? ➡ A feral cat won't come close. A stray will come close and might let you pet it. ➡A feral will assume a crouched, tense body position and not make eye contact. A stray will act more like a house cat: standing, tail up, making eye contact. ➡A feral will not make a sound. A stray might purr or meow. ➡Ferals are more active at night. Strays are active during the day. ➡Ferals tend to be well-groomed; strays might be disheveled. ➡When trapped, ferals move to the back of the trap. Strays come to the front. ➡A scared feral will lash out; a scared stray may simply hiss. ➡A feral won't recognize or play with a toy. A stray probably will. Original content provided by Stray Cat Project. #TNR #straycat #feralcat

📚 Our BACK TO BASICS SERIES: "feral" What is a feral cat, and why should one be careful when using this word? 🤔 A feral cat is AN OUTDOOR CAT THAT HAS NOT BEEN SOCIALIZED WITH HUMANS; they have not had human interaction by being spoken to, played with or held. These cats fear humans and prefer to live outdoors, away from people. 📢PLEASE NOTE: "feral" does NOT refer to any cat living outdoors. "Feral" refers to DISPOSITION only. Feral cats typically live in colonies with other feral cats and are not suitable as indoor pets. They tend to be nocturnal, coming out overnight to avoid interacting with and being detected by humans. You will not be able to catch a feral cat without a trap; they will never allow you to get close. They will not make eye contact with you, will not meow, and will usually appear well-groomed and healthy. Feral cats want nothing to do with you! There are varying degrees of "feral." A cat that has never had human interaction and refuses human interaction might be labeled "totally feral." Another cat that has had some interaction--perhaps with a feeder--and will allow a human to come close might be described as "semi-feral." Sometimes, semi-feral cats are taken into foster care for socialization. Success depends on the cat and the person doing the socializing. Socializing a semi-feral cat is a long-term proposition requiring tremendous patience. 👉Are all outdoor cats feral? NO. 👉Can the terms "stray" and "feral" be used interchangeably? NO. 👉Should we use the word "feral" for ANY cat that lives outdoors? NO! BE CAREFUL of using the term "feral" when describing a cat, as the word has negative connotations. Describing a cat as feral could lead to its immediate demise. Feral cats should never be taken to a shelter; they will be immediately euthanized there as feral cats are considered unadoptable. What can we do for feral cats? TNR them and let them be. If possible, provide food and shelter to make life easier. 🐈💙 Original content provided by Stray Cat Project. #TNR #feralcat #communitycat

Cat cuddles & complex emotions: Are you misreading your feline friend? Do you think your cat is your BFF or just a furry roommate? A new study explores how we view our cats and how it affects how we interpret their behavior. Turns out, we might be projecting human emotions onto our feline companions! The good news? It can lead to more playtime and attention for your kitty. The bad news? We might miss signs of stress or illness. This article from Dr. Sydney McCauley, PhD, PAS, Dpl. ACAS-N reviews the highlights of the science of anthropomorphism and how it can impact cat welfare. It's a purrfect read for any cat lover! #cats #anthropomorphism #catbehavior #science #pets #NothingIsImpossible https://lnkd.in/gzdNHQKp

***PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT*** When you encounter a post on a local page that usually goes "I found kittens... I want to ensure they go to a good home... rehoming fee..." or even worse, FREE. Please listen when I and everyone in rescue tell you, this is one of the worse things you can do as both the finder and adopter. As a finder, you are selling kittens to anyone for the "Small rehoming fee" in the best hopes, the adoptor will take them to a vet, get all their shots and get them fixed. In the absolute worse, you just contributed this innocent life to either be used as snake food or will be used in dog fights. The price that the adopting rescue charges deters this by alot. As the adopter, you are getting a kitten without any idea of the background. Does the kitten have a URI? Has he been treated for worms and fleas? Are you prepared for the up front vet fees of getting all the starter shots, nueter when old enough, and microchip? If you are to adopt a kitten too early, without the proper care or training, this can be the beginning of a rough life for such a little body. Kittens cannot drink milk purchased from the dairy section of the grocery store. There are certain nutrients that are missing. Certain medical conditions can creep up in hours, if not caught and treated correctly-it could mean life or death. When you have decided to add this new life to your home, and you are committed to making sure they receive the best treatment possible, please consider the costs. Not to mention these adoptable kittens have been assessed and the foster knows their personality inside and out. Now, the local price range for a kitten is anywhere from $90-185, including almost everything in the picture and each place has their own bonus' like BOGO, or free medical check up. I ask you, adopt a kitten from a certified rescue and not off the internet. If you are the ones selling the kitten, please talk to a Rescue about getting them the proper care, and not just lining your pockets. If your intent is to truly see these guys the best life and you want to make sure the adopter is legit, one thing you can do is get in contact with any of the rescues. Inform them that you have found these kittens AND you would be interested in signing on and fostering the said group so the kittens won't have to leave your home other than the required check ups-most the time this option will always work.

We’ve all seen them, those elusive shadowy figures that dart through our yards or huddle under porches: feral cats. They live among us, yet apart, in a world that’s wild and untamed. The question of whether it’s ever too late to bring these independent creatures into our homes and hearts is one that fascinates us. After all, who hasn’t dreamed of befriending a wild animal and earning its trust? Taming a feral cat is a journey filled with challenges and rewards. It requires patience, understanding, and a lot of love. But how do you know when it’s the right time to start this journey, or if it’s even possible? Let’s explore the ins and outs of taming feral cats, uncovering the signs that it might be time to extend a hand of friendship to these mysterious felines. Understanding Feral Cats In the journey to befriend these elusive neighbors, it’s crucial we grasp who feral cats are at their core. Often, they are misinterpreted, leading to challenges in their taming process. Born and raised without human contact, feral cats view the world differently from domesticated ones. Their survival hinges on stealth and an inherent wariness of humans, making the taming journey unique for each cat. Recognizing the signs of a feral cat involves observing their behavior. Typically, feral cats avoid direct eye contact, remain silent around humans, and exhibit nocturnal tendencies. Unlike stray cats, who might approach humans for food or affection, feral cats maintain a distance, using hiding and speed as their defense mechanisms. Understanding these behaviors is paramount in determining the approach to take when attempting to tame them. Age plays a significant role in the taming process. Kittens up to eight weeks old can usually be socialized successfully with persistent, gentle human interaction. For older cats, the process becomes exponentially more challenging, but not impossible. It hinges on the cat’s past experiences with humans and their flexibility to adapt to new environments. Health considerations are also integral when determining if a feral cat can be tamed. Before any attempts at socialization, it’s wise to ensure the cat is in good health, without any diseases that could pose a risk to humans or other animals. This involves observing the cat from a distance, looking for signs of distress or illness, such as limping, lethargy, or unattended wounds. Our understanding of feral cats sets the stage for successful taming. Recognizing their nature, behaviors, and health status allows us to approach them with the right strategies, paving the way for a potential life-changing bond. As we move forward, we’ll explore the nuances of when and how to tame these independent creatures, mindful of their wellbeing and ours. The Taming Process Embarking on the taming journey requires a blend of patience, understanding, and carefully planned actions. We divide the process into manageable stages, starting with

🌱🐶 Nurturing a baby and a puppy together can be a wonderful experience! Both require love, care, and attention to grow happy and healthy. As the baby learns to crawl and walk, the puppy can provide companionship and playful interaction. Similarly, the puppy benefits from the baby's gentle touch and socialization. With patience, consistency, and a positive attitude, these two can form a unique bond and grow up together, creating lifelong memories. check it whole blog link below #pets #pet #dogsofinstagram #dogs #dog #cute #petstagram #petsofinstagram #animals #puppy #love #dogstagram #cats #animal #doglover #catsofinstagram #instagood #cat #photooftheday #instadog #dogoftheday