How to build an outdoor cat run
Whether it’s a quick turn around the garden or a late-night prowl, our feline friends tend to wander off every now and then. If you have a pet cat, then you know that they have a natural urge to explore. But how can we help keep our cats safe when they’re out and about? Is […]
Make a Pallet Dog Bed
With the countless movies, books, and websites devoted to all things canine, it’s pretty safe to assume most of us love dogs. And why shouldn’t we? Unlike the latest gadgets or gizmos, you’ll never grow tired of a dog. From the twittering, excitable infancy of a puppy to the regal lethargy of an old dog, […]
Cat Castles To Keep Your Indoor Cat Busy
Do you have a cat at home that you want to keep from climbing your furniture? A cat castle-like any of these is sure to do the trick! All pets need a place of their own indoors, just like every family member needs their own space. Cats, specifically, love spending time in high places which is why a castle […]
How to build a chicken coop with a green roof
Here’s a brilliant project for those of you who raise backyard chickens… a green roof for your chicken coop! It seems like there’s always enough space for all the things we want to grow in our backyard after all! Even if you already have chickens dominating a large part of your yard, you can still add […]
Build a unique and inexpensive cat tree using old drawers
Why buy an expensive cat tree from the store when you can easily build one for a song? Why you can use old drawers to make your DIY cat tree! It’s simple, fast, easy, and clever! There are plenty of old drawers out there – from your local thrift stores, garage sales, or even just from the […]
How to build a geodesic chicken tractor
Wondering what a chicken tractor might be? It’s a coop that can be easily moved and often has wheels. They are also known as chicken arks for some reason yet to be discovered :) A fixed coop has one major disadvantage… it can end up as just bare earth given enough time. A moveable coop – […]
How to Raise Mealworms for Your Chooks
Chickens require balanced diets. Minerals and vitamins allow them to perform necessary body functions, lay strong eggs, and fight off infection. Fats and carbohydrates supply their bodies body with energy while proteins give them a steady supply of amino acids. If you want to add some more protein to your chickens’ diet, mealworms are an […]
Fairytale Cottage Chicken Coop
Who says chicken coops only have to look like, well, a chicken coop? If you’re planning on raising chooks but want to keep your backyard looking beautiful with them in it, then here’s one chicken coop design you just might like! This fairytale chicken coop was designed by the owner-builders themselves. It provides both a shaded and […]
Composting with Chickens
Chickens make great helpers when it comes to gardening and being self-sufficient. Your chooks do not only provide you with fresh eggs, they can also make your life in the garden easier and more productive! Your chickens can eat the little critters in your vegetable garden if you let them go “free range” in a DIY chicken tunnel. But that’s […]
This homemade ‘Dog Train’ takes rescued puppies on outdoor adventures!
Every week, in a town near Fort Worth, Texas, a plastic barrel train carrying nine happy dogs can be seen roaming around the streets. But what makes this sight even more heartwarming is the story behind it. Eighty-year-old Eugene Bostick retired 15 years ago, but now he’s back doing one of the happiest ‘jobs’ you […]
