Country Know-How

Seasonal garden jobs, pet care and chicken keeping tips from the Brookies team.

Pets

It's International Happy Cat Month

Owning a cat is like having your own miniature lion who lazes about your home and allows you to love it. In all seriousness though, they can make lifelong companions...

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The Best Food for Your Best Friend

When it comes to our dogs, we want the very best for them. From the most adventurous plays at the park, to the best walks, and of course the yummiest...

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The Quirkiest Pets Around

Are you looking to get yourself a quirky, low maintenance, and super interesting new pet?    Introducing the Extatosoma tiaratum, but we call them Spiny Leaf Insects for short. These...

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The Top 5 Ingredients in Black Hawk Dog Food

The Top 5 Ingredients in Black Hawk Dog Food and Why They Matter Choosing the right food for your dog is one of the most important decisions you can make...

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Superior Dental Care for Your Dogs and Cats!

Just like humans, pets need regular dental care to prevent oral health issues. Poor dental hygiene can lead to serious problems such as gum disease, tooth loss, and even heart...

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7 Tips to Reduce Your Dog's Anxiety

We all want our four-legged friends to live their lives to the fullest, free from anxiety and stress. Just like humans, dogs can experience anxiety too, and it's important for...

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Tips on keeping your Animals cool on a hot day

If you have a small animal or pet in your care there is a lot that you can do to ensure they stay comfortable not just in Summer but on...

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Crate Training for Your Puppy: What are the Benefits?

If you’re a first time furr-parent or your pup is having anxiety or behavioural issues, you may be considering crate training. So what exactly is crate training and is it...

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Keeping Your Dog Warm in Winter

We're not the only ones who feel cold in the winter months – they may be furry, but our dogs get chilly too! It's important to keep your dog warm...

Chickens

How to Keep Chickens Warm in Winter

Our clucky friends may have feathers, but they still need to stay warm on cold winter nights! Keeping chickens warm is essential in winter temperatures, so that they stay safe...

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How to Keep Guinea Pigs Warm

What's cuter than the happy squeaks of a warm, content guinea pig? Emphasis on warm, though – guinea pigs may be warm-blooded, but at night, on cold days, or during...

Chickens

Clucky Companions: The Benefits of Having Chickens

It's not for everyone, but taking care of chickens can be pretty rewarding. Beyond the fresh eggs, there are a lot of benefits to keeping chickens in your backyard. They're...

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How To Welcome Your New Furry Friend Into The Family

There are few things as exciting and nerve-racking as welcoming a new furry friend into the family. They bring in a lot of joy and cuteness, but you’ll need to...