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February 13th
By Mutt Mulligan Valentine’s Day Pet Safety Tips
There’s nothing quite as sweet as a snuggle with your pet for Valentine’s Day. But if your plans include more than that, you should take heed. Some of what makes Cupid’s holiday festive for humans can actually be dangerous for your pet. The ASPCA offers a long list of ways to make sure your Valentine’s […]
February 11th
By Mutt Mulligan How Energy Wise Are You? Take this quiz to find out.
TurfMutt partners with a number of companies and organizations who share in the belief that we should care for and protect our everyday environment. One of TurfMutt’s partners is the U.S. Department of Energy, whose mission is to advance energy technology and promote related innovation in the U.S. The Department of Energy has a great quiz […]
February 6th
By Mutt Mulligan 3 Ideas for getting kids outside during cold weather
Getting kids outside is a good way to promote a healthy lifestyle. But it can be challenging to lure the little ones outdoors when the mercury drops. Here are three creative ways to get your kids interested in outdoor activities, even when it’s cold. (Of course, you’ll want to be sure to bundle them up […]
February 4th
By Mutt Mulligan Gardening is good for kids, study shows
A new study finds that gardening can help children be more physically active. The study was conducted in South Korea and and tracked the caloric burn of 17 children as they engaged in various gardening tasks. Results showed that the 10 gardening tasks represented moderate- to high-intensity physical activity for the children. Digging and raking […]
January 30th
By Mutt Mulligan ideas for staying active on super bowl sunday
Super Bowl Sunday is just around the corner, and for most people the game conjures up thoughts of funny advertisements, yummy snacks and (hopefully) a good football game. But TurfMutt wants to give a big high-paw to the NFL for its “Play 60″ fitness and health campaign that encourages young people to be active for […]
January 29th
By Mutt Mulligan New study shows It’s never too late to start exercising
We talk a lot about getting the family outdoors to exercise, and in more and more cases “family” means multi generations living under one roof. A study that was recently published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found that regular exercise can have a major impact on overall health, even in senior citizens who […]
January 23rd
By Mutt Mulligan Study shows biodiversity may be key to good health
Could biodiversity be the key to good health? A study out of Finland suggests exposure to biodiversity, especially in the form of bacteria and microbes, may be the key to preventing allergies and weakened immune systems, which lead to sickness like asthma, Chrohn’s disease and even perhaps the seasonal flu. The study compared the allergies […]
January 21st
By Mutt Mulligan Eco-friendly ice melt options
Salt is often used to melt ice and snow pack during the winter months. However, salt can damage vegetation by drawing water away from the roots, it pollutes water supplies, and can be hard on car finishes. All-in-all, it’s not the most eco-friendly solution. So what are your options? Here are a few […]
January 16th
By Mutt Mulligan Tips to protect plants during ice and snow removal
Snow and ice removal go hand-in-hand with winter weather. Often homeowners are most concerned about removing the snow and ice quickly. But don’t forget to take a few minutes to prep and protect your plants prior first. Here are a few important reminders from our partner PLANET, the Professional Landcare Network, which is the national […]
January 14th
By Mutt Mulligan How to protect your plantlife from cold weather
Snow, ice, wind and other winter weather is upon us, like it or not! We’ve shared how to protect your kids and pets from harsh winter conditions. Now we turn our attention to your plantlife, thanks to tips from our friends at PLANET, the Professional Landcare Network. Cover plants, trees and evergreens. Antitranspirant sprays help […]
