January 9th

When winter hits, it can seem like spring will never come. If winter blues have you down, TurfMutt has a tip. There is no time like the present to start planning your spring lawn and landscape projects! Here are a few to-dos you can tackle now to remind you spring is just around the corner […]

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January 6th

A doctor in the Netherlands is warning that a blindness epidemic is inevitable unless children start spending more time outdoors. Dr. Caroline Klaver is the latest expert to raise a warning about the increased prevalence of myopia (nearsightedness) in young people. She says nearsightedness is becoming the biggest cause of blindness. The reason so many […]

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January 3rd

  The East Coast is being pummeled by a huge winter storm that has been dubbed a bomb cyclone. It’s kind of like a winter hurricane. Meanwhile, many other parts of the country are being impacted by colder-than-average temps. Here’s a reminder from TurfMutt. When it’s too cold to go outside, it’s a good chance […]

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December 29th

It’s goal-setting season! This year, TurfMutt encourages you to include your pet in your resolution-making. Here are TurfMutt’s top-dog ideas for incorporating your pet into your goals for 2018. Get fit Eating better and exercising more is once again at the top of the resolution list for 2018. Commit to more walks, playtime in your […]

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December 20th

Waves of cold weather are sweeping across many parts of the country, just in time for the holidays. Remember, even though they have fur coats, pets feel cold just like humans do! TurfMutt has these cold-weather tips for pet parents to keep in mind when the mercury drops. Inside is the best place for your […]

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December 18th

Over the river and through the woods…to grandmother’s house we go! For many of us, the family dog is along for the ride when we travel for the holidays. TurfMutt loves a road trip as much as the next pooch. He has these tips for keeping your fur babies safe in the car this holiday […]

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December 15th

Have you heard of ecotherapy? It’s a growing trend in medicine where doctors are turning to Vitamin N(ature) over a prescription to treat a host of mental and physical health issues. It combines nature walks with therapy sessions to “absorb” the sights and sounds of living landscapes. You can read about one woman’s inspiring ecotherapy […]

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December 11th

‘Tis the season of giving! If you are a parent, you might be getting the full-court press from your kids who want a puppy for the holidays. TurfMutt – a former rescue dog who lived on the streets before being saved by the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute’s (OPEI) President & CEO Kris Kiser – is […]

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December 8th

Most kids are ecstatic that the winter school break is just around the corner, but some parents and teachers are already a little leery. The long break from school can be a setback for kids if they don’t continue to engage in educational activities. But never fear, it’s TurfMutt to the rescue! Here are a […]

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December 7th

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Winter composting tips

Just because the weather turns cold doesn’t mean you can’t continue to compost. In fact, the freezing and thawing cycle can help your compost pile better break down the materials for use in the spring. Here are TurfMutt’s top tips for composting this winter so you can have a pile of “garden gold” for your […]

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