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Best to Baffle Those Peanut Bird Feeders
Since peanuts are a wildly popular treat among many birds – and squirrels too, it’s best to protect peanut bird feeders with a baffle of some sort. If not blocked, the furry little critters can empty a feeder in a matter of hours, and then they go tell all their friends about the fantastic stash they’ve just discovered!Woodpeckers, Blue Jays, Nuthatches, Juncos, Goldfinches, Chickadees, Grosbeaks, Cardinals, Pine Siskins, and Titmice are some birds who enjoy feasting at peanut bird feeders. They’re made to accommodate shelled or whole peanuts in the shell, and I can promise, squirrels covet both kinds.
The large capacity peanut bird feeder shown here hangs from a standard shepherd’s hook. The pole, or straight part is equipped with a metal, wrap-around baffle which prevents squirrels from climbing the pole. Although they still try everyday to reach the feeder, it remains safe from their antics.
Keeping squirrels from any type of bird feeder will save lots of money over time that is spent on seed. Investing in a few quality baffles is definitely worth it!
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American Humane Association Recognizes Paula Abdul
American Humane Association Recognizes Paula Abdul for Her Support of the Pets and Women’s Shelters (PAWS)® Program
Celebrity Served as Spokesperson and Raised Funds for Program’s Expansion
DENVER, Oct. 7, 2010 – American Humane Association, the nation’s voice for the protection of children and animals, has recognized recording artist and performer Paula Abdul for her support of the organization’s Pets and Women’s Shelters (PAWS)® Program. The PAWS Program protects pets from domestic violence by keeping families and their beloved pets together when fleeing abusive situations.
Abdul’s extensive support included serving as a spokesperson, recording a public service announcement, raising awareness of the program among domestic violence shelters, and raising funds to support the program’s expansion, including auctioning designer items from her personal wardrobe.
“It is our great pleasure to confer on Paula Abdul this award of recognition dedicated to the outreach she has performed, not only for PAWS, but for the entire American Humane Association,” said Dale Austin, chief operating officer. “Thanks in part to her, the lives of many women, children and pets in dire need have benefited and improved.”
The PAWS Program acknowledges the vital role of human-animal interaction by working with domestic violence shelters to accommodate pets on-site and thus allow women to bring their pets with them — keeping women, their children and their pets safe, and enabling them to enjoy the comfort of each other’s company as they make a major life change together.
About American Humane Association
Since 1877, the historic American Humane Association has been at the forefront of every major advancement in protecting children, pets and farm animals from abuse and neglect. Today we’re also leading the way in understanding human-animal interaction and its role in society. As the nation’s voice for the protection of children and animals, American Humane Association reaches millions of people every day through groundbreaking research, education, training and services that span a wide network of organizations, agencies and businesses. You can help make a difference, too. Visit American Humane Association at www.americanhumane.org today.
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Versatile Feeder with Built In Ant Moat
Whether feeding hummingbirds or orioles, the sweet sticky nectar can become a major ant attraction. Once ants discover the nectar, there’s really no way of getting rid of them except to block them with water. An ant moat does just that, prevents the pesky critters from reaching nectar with a small body of water. Ants can not swim, and therefore will not cross water.Some nectar feeders feature a built in ant moat, which is a real advantage to additional accessories. This window feeder even doubles as a seed feeder in colder months, simply by removing the lid. Hanging bird baths can also be used as bird feeders in cold weather, allowing you to offer virtually any treats on the large, platform type feeding area.
Versatile birding accessories like these are ones that may be used year-round to benefit feathered friends. They give you more bang for your buck too!
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