My Dog Has Cushing’s Disease!
Like many dogs diagnosed with Cushing’s Disease, Amber’s journey was not all that different. It started with many small observations, little changes, that slowly began to tell a story. For Amber the very first...
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What is Cushing’s Disease?
Hyperadrenocorticism (Cushing’s Disease) typically affects middle-aged and older dogs. Cats can also develop this condition, though it is much rarer than in dogs and, to a lesser degree, horses (PPID: Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction)...
How To Introduce Hens To A Small Suburban Flock
A few months ago, we lost our beautiful Pearl to heat stroke. We were devastated. It was the first hen we have ever lost. It was not just us who were devastated, Violet and...
Capture Your Pet’s Alter Ego
Do you have the purrfect puss at home by day then by night a superhero? Or your pooch is destined to become a mobster or villain? Have you always wanted to capture their true...
My Chicken Is Moulting!
Moulting, also spelt ‘Molting’, typically takes place just before the cooler months set in. In Australia, this mean moulting usually commences in late February to early March. When chickens moult the severity between them...
Boondall Wetlands
Firstly, what are ‘Wetlands’? Wetlands can be found all over the world they act as filters for waterways and breeding sites for various fish and other animals. In Australia, our wetlands are found in...
My Chicken Fractured Her Leg!
As a new chicken mum I sure have had to learn a lot fast! From starter feed, grower feed, layer feed, medicated feed, pellets, crumbles, mash, apple cider vinegar with garlic, worming, different poop...
How To Prevent Calcium Deficiency In Chickens
No different to humans, chickens require the correct amount of nutrients for optimal health. Depending on the breed a hen can lay around 200-300 eggs a year, that’s about 1 egg every 24-26 hours....
Glengallan Homestead & Heritage Centre
Looking for a dog friendly day trip that is rich in history, grandeur and a touch goosebumps creepiness? Then jump in the car and head two hours south-west of Brisbane and you will come...
My Dogs and Chickens – How Is It Working Out?
It has been around 6 months now since our ladies Pearl, Violet and Grace joined the pack, and every day since they arrived, I have been working on introducing Amber and Indy. I had...
What Treats Are Good & Bad For Chickens?
Just like your furry family members your feathered family members enjoy getting treats too! But too many treats can reduce egg production, make them fat and may lead to other health problems. The general...
