CBD oil (cannabidiol oil) is proving itself as more than just a fad. It seems like everyone, from athletes to everyday busy moms, and even veterinarians are using it as a natural and safe holistic treatment for a variety of ailments.
Pet Preparedness
The Basics on Making Herbal Aids for Pets
Herbs can be very beneficial for your pets for the same reasons they can help you: they are not as invasive nor addictive as pharmacological medications, and they have less side effects when administered properly and correctly.
7 Critical Components of a Prepared Home
For a home to truly be prepared, these seven characteristics must be covered. Are you ready?
Why Pets Should Have a Place in Your Emergency Planning
In a long-term emergency, the family dog and cat will serve many uses and steps should be taken to ensure their survival.
This Is What Your Dog Can and Can’t Eat After the Collapse
Most dog owners like to joke that their pooch can eat anything, but we all know that isn’t exactly true.
How Your Guard Dog Security Could Easily Be Compromised
We would like to think our dogs are vigilantly guarding our properties and will deter anyone who dares to enter, but this isn’t always the case.
Hunting Dogs: Eight of the Most Popular Breeds for Game and Fowl Hunting
The value and utility of a good hunting dog cannot be overstated – especially in an off grid environment.
How to Put Your Dog’s Fur to Good Use
Did you know that you can knit dog fur into sweaters and blankets?
Five Useful Products for Your Prepper Dog
They will help us hunt, alert us to intruders, and fight for us when the chips are down. They will be one of our most indispensable tools, and anyone with a dog after the SHTF is going to have a huge advantage
Study: Contagious Norovirus Spreads From Dog To Owner
With the canine flu epidemic wreaking havoc on dogs across the country, many are comforted in knowing that the contagious virus cannot be passed to humans. However, with this heightened concern, dog owners are paying particular attention to the fact that some horrific flu-like illness can be transferred from dog to owner.
The Six Best Dogs to Have With You When The SHTF
While most people in the modern world don’t keep dogs for any utilitarian purposes, they would quickly prove their worth if the SHTF tomorrow.
Plan For Bugging Out With Your Pets
You probably all ready have a family emergency kit put together with all of the essentials that you and your family would need in case of a emergency. But did you include your pets?
Bugging Out With Man’s Best Friend
Dogs can serve multiple purposes in a SHTF scenario, but in a bug out scenario they also have a job to do – to help you get to your bug out location.
Pet First Aid Kit
During times of disaster, our pets need a little extra TLC to help them cope with the stressful situation at hand. Having some first aid supplies set aside for your pets may help ensure they are as safe as the other members of the family.
Are You Ready Series: The Prepared Pet
Our furry and feathered friends make their ways into our hearts and become loyal parts of the family. Their well being is important and they will appreciate the supplies.
Homemade Dog Treats
Dog treats are a fast and healthier way to show Fido how much you love him. Here are three tasty dog treat recipes that you can make in your home and save money in the process.
All Natural Pet Care
It is up to us to ensure that our pets are happy and healthy. Eliminating the nuisance of fleas can make your pet more comfortable and also help you maintain a good environment for them. Use these natural remedies as a holistic approach to ridding your home of fleas.
14 Holiday Safety Concerns for Your Pet
With the hustle and bustle of the holidays, ensure your pets stay safe during the holiday season with these 14 safety tips.
POPULAR IN HOME PREPAREDNESS
The Hidden (and Deadly) Dangers of Snow on Your Roof
There are many potential dangers associated with winter weather, but there’s one you might not have given much thought to snow and ice on your home’s roof. Here’s how to assess how much snow your roof can handle, how to determine if you need to remove snow, how to remove it safely, and the unique dangers that thawing ice and snow pose.
CBD Oil Is More Than Just A Fad: Holistic Vets Effectively Use It On Dogs
CBD oil (cannabidiol oil) is proving itself as more than just a fad. It seems like everyone, from athletes to everyday busy moms, and even veterinarians are using it as a natural and safe holistic treatment for a variety of ailments.
Nature’s Multivitamin: The Ultimate Guide to Sprouting
While many of us are awakening to the dangers (ahem chemicals) that are in our food sources, not enough awareness is being made about some of the dangers that lie in over-the-counter vitamins. That's right, some of your vitamins could be doing more harm than good....
Chump To Champ: How to Train Your Body To Act Instinctively for Self-Defense
Our last line of defense is knowing how to defend ourselves and to do this you need to be fit and train your body to react to the circumstances you may find yourself in.
10 Practical Reasons You Need Tarps in Your Emergency Preparedness Gear
Tarps serve multiple purposes in an emergency situation and are great for long-term uses. Here are 10 practical uses for tarps in an emergency situation.
Colorado Declares A Disaster Emergency Over A Lack Of Propane
An emergency declaration was made in Colorado on Christmas Eve. The state was suffering from a lack of propane. A series of problems led to the emergency declaration, but even minimal prepping could have helped those who were among the allegedly affected.
How To Put Measures Together to Weatherproof Food and Water in Winter
The bottom line is that most of us are in a vehicle and/or away from home much of the day, whether winter or summer. Winter is a little different, as it poses challenges and perils that are not necessarily addressed as easily as in the warmer months.
25 Hardcore Healthy Foods You Need in Your Emergency Pantry
Here’s how to build an emergency pantry that is packed with nutritious, shelf-stable foods that will help your family keep energy levels up.
You’ll Absolutely Need This Frugal Prep in the Event of a Total Collapse
These affordable nylon bags can be stowed in your vehicle, in your backpack, or even kept on your person.
10 Last-Minute Stocking Stuffers for Your Favorite Prepper
Now that it’s crunch time, if you are still looking for some stocking stuffers, look no further than these prepper-inspired gifts for your favorite loved ones.