http://barnonecountrystore.comCompany blogs, tips and how-toshttp://assets.newmediaretailer.com/26000/26518/thumb_barnone-logo_new2.pnghttp://barnonecountrystore.comen-USCopyright 2012, Bar None Country Store and McGregor General StoreFri, 18 May 2012 22:25:50 -0400Fri, 18 May 2012 22:25:50 -0400http://www.newmediaretailer.comblog_67651335878160http://barnonecountrystore.com/blog/article/6765/deer-health-and-nutrition-tips-during-antler-growth-seasonSo much of what we do in the care and feeding of deer passes relatively unnoticed in the short term. But antler growth season is when "instant gratification" seekers can practically see results occur right before their eyes.BlogsTue, 01 May 2012 09:16:00 -0400blog_67641335878160http://barnonecountrystore.com/blog/article/6764/supplying-your-horse-with-waterJust like when you drink water, a horse is happy when it receives a clean, fresh supply of it. Most importantly having good water can help prevent needless sickness such as colic. Here are some basic ideas from Katherine Blocksdorf of About.BlogsTue, 01 May 2012 09:16:00 -0400blog_62101333278000http://barnonecountrystore.com/blog/article/6210/how-to-prepare-for-summer-birdsPreparing for the best and long awaited backyard wild bird feeding experience possible starts with understanding a wild bird's seasonal changing feeding habits. • Early Summer: Wild birds have just finished nesting. They aggressively begin searching for food to feed their young.BlogsSun, 01 Apr 2012 07:00:00 -0400blog_62091333278000http://barnonecountrystore.com/blog/article/6209/hot-weather-tips-for-raising-poultryThey say raising poultry is all about feed, water, heat and light. But in the summer, beating the heat is a top priority. Severe heat stress can affect egg quality, size and hatchability. It can also increase the rate of mortality.BlogsSun, 01 Apr 2012 07:00:00 -0400blog_59581330611840http://barnonecountrystore.com/blog/article/5958/how-to-adjust-horses-to-the-changing-seasonsChanging seasons can bring about potential problems for horses and their owners. Pasture quality changes with every season, but the changes from summer to fall are especially significant. During the fall, there are often warm sunny days and cool nights.BlogsThu, 01 Mar 2012 09:24:00 -0500blog_59571330611720http://barnonecountrystore.com/blog/article/5957/tips-for-creating-a-living-space-for-your-baby-chicksNewly hatched chicks, ducklings, goslings and turkey poults require that their very basic needs for shelter, warmth, food and water be met in order to survive. Good care and management with a bit of TLC will go a long way in providing a healthy start for your young flock.BlogsThu, 01 Mar 2012 09:22:00 -0500blog_54551328102640http://barnonecountrystore.com/blog/article/5455/indoor-activities-to-keep-your-pet-busy-in-winterWhile the coming of winter does mean cozy nights by the fire and hot cocoa, there is no doubt that the switch to life indoors can, at times, be a bit stifling. If you are feeling bouts of excess energy during these months, odds are, so are your pets!BlogsWed, 01 Feb 2012 08:24:00 -0500blog_54541328102580http://barnonecountrystore.com/blog/article/5454/keeping-wild-birds-healthyBird enthusiasts enjoy watching birds eat and bathe in their backyards. Here are some important tips to help maintain healthy wild birds:• Keep feeders free from debris, droppings and old seed that has gotten wet and possibly moldy. Moldy seed can spread sickness and disease.BlogsWed, 01 Feb 2012 08:23:00 -0500blog_52181328101200http://barnonecountrystore.com/blog/article/5218/four-steps-for-seeding-bare-spots-in-your-lawnSometimes lawns can have bare spots and unfortunately toupees aren't intended for that purpose too. Here are the steps you need to take to re-seed those areas to get your lawn looking like new again:1) Dig inFor the grass to take hold, it first needs a place to stick.BlogsWed, 01 Feb 2012 08:00:00 -0500blog_52171328101200http://barnonecountrystore.com/blog/article/5217/using-a-lawngarden-spreaderUsually walking through your lawn spreading seed or fertilizer by hand is not a recommended activity. Using a spreader will make the job easier and spread out more evenly.BlogsWed, 01 Feb 2012 08:00:00 -0500