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How To Care For Chickens In The Hot Summer There is no better time to live life to the fullest than the summer months. Water slides, barbecues, and camping, there’s always something to look forward to. However, egg laying chickens don’t feel the same way, as they prefer cooler weather over hotter weather. At around 75°F chickens can dissipate their heat naturally, but when it becomes hotter than 85°F, heat presents a serious danger. This is when we have to step in and ensure optimal conditions so our flock doesn’t suffer from heat-related issues. With plenty of water, shade, ventilation,...

Boa Constrictor Care Guide Boa Constrictor Basics Boa constrictors are an extremely popular snake in the pet trade and make an excellent adult beginning keeper’s pet. Although there are several species of boa constrictors found in the pet trade, the two most common are red-tail boas (Boa constrictor constrictor) and northern boas (Boa constrictor imperator). Red Tail Boa Red Tail Boa Boa Constrictor Imperator   These snakes are native to parts of North, Central, and South America. Other than a slight size difference, their care is fairly similar, and they both tend to do well in captivity. For the purpose of...

Ball Python Care Guide Table of Contents Ask an Expert  Ball pythons are the most popular pet snake in America.  But even though they are common reptiles, they still have their needs and complexities.  If you're curious about owning a ball python, or have questions about the one you already own, you can share them on our Ball Python forum.  Our in-house zoologist moderates all posts and can help answer any questions you have.  And our helpful community is great and supportive and can help you as well. Ball Pythons for Sale Finding a reputable ball python breeder is a...

Feeder chicks for reptiles Large constrictor types of snakes and carnivorous monitor lizards are not the most popular of reptile pets. That being said, there are 4.5 million reptile pet owners in the USA, some of which are these larger species. While lizards such as leopard geckos and bearded dragons are the most popular in many places, snakes are king in certain other regions. In Illinois, for instance, snakes are the most preferred reptile pet, with boas being at the top of the preferences. Many of these snakes will not get over 6 feet, such as the ball python, a...

How to Live a Homestead Lifestyle with Composting Grubs Everybody daydreams about homesteading. Being self-sufficient on a piece of your own property seems like a dream come true. But with rising costs of land all over the US, that dream seems more distant than ever.  Not to worry! We’ve got a simple solution. A tiny solution that allows anyone, from suburban homeowners to apartment dwellers with balcony gardens, to live the homestead lifestyle.  We’re talking, of course, about the humble black soldier fly larvae, or composting grub. In this guide, we’ll talk about how you can transform your relationship with your...