Archive for May, 2008
Coyote Tips
by LJ Dovichi May 8th, 2008 | Mammals
I live North of San Francisco in a very rural area. When I look out my window to the grassy hill and woods that are next to my house, I see all manner of wildlife: wild turkeys, deer, turkey vultures, and hawks. The other day I glanced out my window and saw a couple of coyotes. Now my three-year-old loves being able to practically walk up to the animals we see (we always remain a respectful distance), and I worried about the coyotes and the dangers they might present. Three-feet-of-fun never goes anywhere without me or his dad, but I
Want A Pet? Things to consider before bringing a pet home
by Lee Ann May 2nd, 2008 | Birds, Cats, Dogs, FishMost kids want a pet, whether it is a cute kitten or an adorable puppy, a parakeet or a goldfish. Before dashing out to the nearest pet store or animal shelter, though, it is wise to think about some of the realities of pet ownership.
The first thing to remember is that the pet will be another member of the family. Don’t adopt a dog to be a watchdog, tied to a chain in the backyard or a kitten to be a come-and-go
