Farewell to 2020 - Marin Brewing Company: Albion Amber Ale

2 monthes ago | 10,000 Birds

As uncertain as the future may be, I'm sure we're all ready to bid farewell to the year 2020. And while we're all looking forward to 2021 with an uneasy mix of hope and...
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Kookaburra

3 monthes ago | Ornithology

In 1938, the feature film Tarzan and the Green Goddess contained a call from the Laughing Kookaburra even though Tarzan's adventures occurred in Africa where there are no...
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The Merlin Out Back

3 monthes ago | 10,000 Birds

I live in the Central Valley, the most populated part of Costa Rica. For most of its history, this intermontane valley was a melange of wetlands and moist forest watered by...
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From Homeless Pup To Professional Police Dog!

4 monthes ago | iHeart Dogs | 2 articles

Maggie has a special journey that sets her apart from her other canine colleagues. While many police dogs are born and raised to work in the force, Maggie's road to becoming a...
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Best Bird of the Weekend

4 monthes ago | 10,000 Birds

Any time of year that features skies filled with birds pretty much all day demands attention pretty much all day. If your neck is sore from being on a swivel this weekend, may...
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Leash Struggles A Dog Parent Knows All Too Well

4 monthes ago | iHeart Dogs

Every dog parent has a complicated relationship with their dog's leash. We rely on leashes to keep our curious and distracted pups safe and nearby. But sometimes when you clip...
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Food

4 monthes ago | 10,000 Birds

I am probably one of the least qualified people to write a post with this title, as my interest in food is quite limited, as long as I do not go hungry. That makes me a bit of...
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Birding Beljarica in August

5 monthes ago | 10,000 Birds

Last month, I birded my favourite local patch, Beljarica - the best eBird hotspot in Belgrade city and the 3rd best in Serbia - four times. August is possibly the best month...
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A Few Kingfishers

6 monthes ago | 10,000 Birds

In a way, kingfishers may be the poor man`s pittas - almost as colorful and exciting, but much easier to observe. Here are some that I have seen in the past few years. African...
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10 Dog Companies to Shop on Small Business Saturday

7 monthes ago | iHeart Dogs

Small Business Saturday is November 28th this year. Support small business and our own economy by saving money on Black Friday and shopping on this day instead. Here are 10...
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In the Heights

Every year, around this time, I feel the need to get an early start and drive a full hour to Cerro de Garnica. That is because this site's height of 3,000 m offers me certain... Read more ...

Keeping the Faith

You may have heard the news that resonated throughout the international birding circuit some months ago - in case you missed it you can read my gloss-over here. Several tour... Read more ...

UPDATE: Malnourished Dog Doubles His Weight And Reunites With His...

Just over a month ago, a rescue dog named Ethan was on the brink of death. A family found him alone in a parking lot, weighing less than half of what he should. At first... Read more ...

World Wildlife Day

World Wildlife Day Home Wildlife trafficking is an international crisis that has devastating impacts to both animals and humans March 1, 2021 March 3 is World Wildlife Day!... Read more ...

The Mysteries of Pet Food Labels, with links to other articles

When selecting a pet food, it's important to read the label. However, what's on the front of the label is not nearly as important as what's on the back. Words like “Natural”... Read more ...

We adopted Simon who is now called

We adopted Simon who is now called “Boy” as a 7-month-old kitten. We have 3 dogs but lost our cat to old age about 2 years ago. We gave him the opportunity to be isolated at... Read more ...

When I found Grae , he

When I found Grae , he was scared, anxious, and kept away from the other dogs. I just happened to see him from the corner of my eye. I stopped to coo at him and offer a treat... Read more ...

Two months into our adoption of Leo and things

Two months into our adoption of Leo and things are going great! Leo is a very affectionate, loving cat. He is my husband Harold's ‘Velcro kitty' and follows him wherever he... Read more ...

I had a week off work before Christmas. I was

I had a week off work before Christmas. I was planning on baking, decorating, shopping, and wrapping presents before the holidays. On Monday morning I saw Lucky available for... Read more ...

Before Getting A Dog Part I: What To Think About

Getting a dog is one of the most exciting adventures in life, so congratulations on the decision to grow your family by four furry paws! We love dogs and want to help you give... Read more ...