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August 24th
By Mutt Mulligan Aug. 26 is National Dog Day
This Sunday grab your furry, four-legged friend and wish him or her a happy National Dog Day. It’s a holiday to remind people of the number of dogs that need to be rescued each year – just like TurfMutt was! It’s also a time to acknowledge the work that dogs do every day to save […]
August 22nd
According to a University of Michigan national poll on children’s health, the number one issue facing kids in the U.S. is a lack of exercise. Respondents ranked the related issue of childhood obesity as the second biggest health concern. The poll has been conducted for the last seven years, and this first time that the […]
August 21st
By Mutt Mulligan Enviro Friendly Tips for Back to School
Back-to-school time is the perfect opportunity to teach your family about the ABC’s of reduce, reuse and recycle. Here are just a few eco friendly tips to keep in mind before the morning bell rings on the first day of class. Reuse last year’s still-good school supplies instead of buying new. If you need new […]
August 16th
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) just announced that 693 people have contracted West Nile virus so far this year. That’s the highest number of cases since the virus was first detected in the U.S. in 1999. More than 80 percent of the cases have been reported from six states – Texas, Mississippi, Louisiana, Oklahoma, […]
August 14th
By Mutt Mulligan Tips for Controlling Crabgrass, Naturally
Crabgrass is a common summertime weed that can make homeowners, well…crabby! Crabgrass typically begins to flower and seed in July and dies with the first frost of fall. But what’s the best way to control crabgrass during these in-between months? Here are a few tips: The first line of attack is to have healthy green […]
August 14th
By Mutt Mulligan The ABC’s of Back to School…for Your Dog
Summer is winding down and back-to-school days are right around the corner. While you may be looking forward to getting the kids out of the house and back on a routine, it could be a different story for your dog. TurfMutt offers these tips for helping the four-legged members of your family get to the […]
August 10th
By Mutt Mulligan Happy National S’mores Day!
Today is National S’mores Day. And, what would s’mores be without an outdoor area or backyard in which to grill up this gooey goodie? In honor of this all-American treat, TurfMutt dug up some fun facts about the scrumptious s’more. A traditional s’more consists of a roasted marshmallow (debate rules about how toasty to get […]
August 7th
British researchers have discovered yet another reason for children to play outdoors. According to a recent study by Bristol University, there is a link between playing outdoors and a lower risk of myopia or nearsightedness (the inability to see far-away objects clearly). Researchers found that eight and nine year old children who played outdoors had […]
August 3rd
By Mutt Mulligan Sensible Steps for Keeping Backyard Bugs at Bay
Backyard bugs can be a real nuisance, and – in the case of mosquitoes – may even be harmful to your health. Since insects outnumber humans by a ratio of about 200 million to 1, there is no avoiding them completely. But, there are a few simple and sensible steps you can take to keep […]
August 1st
By Mutt Mulligan Help Your Kids Get More Zs by Spending More Time Outdoors
Back to school time is just around the corner. Every parent wants to set their child up for school-year success, and a good night’s sleep is key. Did you know that adding more outdoor time can actually help your child get better sleep? According to a National Wildlife Federation report, there is a connection between […]
