A little bird
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How to use a bird feeder correctly
Feeding wild birds may seem easy at first glance. But in fact it requires more than just putting out bird seed…
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Five tips for photographing birds
It’s not just a case of yelling ‘watch the birdie’ and hitting the button. That’s why we thought we’d share these top bird photography tips for capturing our beautiful native birds.
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Introducing our new bird feeders
Watching birds in the garden is one of life’s simple pleasures. Two new bird feeders in our range provide great options for enjoying the antics.
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Grasshoppers, crickets and mealworms – oh my!
Insects are in vogue in a big way. These crunchy critters are certainly a craze. There were so many requests for them that we expanded our range of dried insects to include grasshoppers and larger bags of mealworms and crickets. So what kind of pets are gobbling up...
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The Learning Garden
The garden is a perfect setting for children to follow an interest in birds – as is the local park, wetland or beach. Here are some ideas to make the most of those great teachable moments.
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Going against the grain
Some modern dog foods are causing allergic reactions and health issues in dogs. Excessive amounts of grains and other fillers could be the culprit.
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It’s time to change a national habit
This hot, calm summer weather is reminding New Zealanders of a harsh truth: by feeding white bread scraps to ducks, we are doing more harm than good.
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Doggone it…
It’s summer: beach cricket is on, frisbees are flying everywhere, burnt sausages are falling to the ground left, right and centre. Let’s be honest – there’s a lot going on that could get a dog lost. Here’s what to do.
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The Golden touch
Not every puppy is cut out to be a working dog. We talked to breeder Kath Outerson about mobility assistance dogs and why Golden Retrievers are the best fit for the job.
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