Now that the warmer days of spring are here you may notice that there are more ticks jumping around in your garden or in the bush if you’re out walking. In general, most ticks don’t cause problems for humans, but if bitten by a Paralysis Tick then there is a chance of mild to severe allergic reactions, and perhaps paralysis in young children, but bites are rarely fatal with the advent of modern antitoxins. Pets can also suffer, especially dogs and cats, if they are bitten by the Paralysis Tick.
If today’s movies, music and toys are anything to go by then it’s a given that most kids love animals. Having a pet when you’re a child not only teaches responsibility it encourages youngsters to feel empathy and compassion, something that we’re sorely lacking in today’s technology driven world. Here are some more pros for pet ownership.
Storm season in Queensland is here, and it’s important to be prepared so you can protect your home for when extreme weather hits. Lasting from October through to February / March, storm season is the period when our sub-tropical climate throws some nasty thunderstorms and cyclones our way.
The kitchen is the hub of the home, so it deserves a little TLC now winter’s over. Not only will a spring clean leave your kitchen feeling fresher and looking amazing, but it will also be a more hygienic and healthy place for your family to hang out in and cook meals.