Around the holidays turkey is a staple on most dinner tables. But have you ever wondered if you can share a bite or two of your holiday bird with your pet turtle? As it turns out turkey can be part of a balanced diet for turtles, as long as certain guidelines are followed. In this … Read more
Recovering from drugs or alcohol is a process that takes time, patience and hard work. However, some substance users mistakenly believe that there are ways to cut corners during the recovery process. In an effort to get withdrawal “over with,” many recovering addicts opt to go cold turkey. In reality, though, this decision ends up … Read more
I promise you, cooking a turkey for Thanksgiving is easier than you might think. Let me walk you through it. These step by step instructions for cooking a Thanksgiving turkey will be extra detailed to put any first timers at ease. Here we go. The first step is obvious. Buy a turkey. Buy about 1 … Read more
This Thanksgiving, there’s one tool you need to keep out of the kitchen in order to cook the perfect turkey. Ironically, it’s the pop-up turkey timer. A pop-up turkey timer ― the kind that comes pre-inserted in your store-bought bird ― is probably one of the most unreliable kitchen gadgets of all time. By the … Read more
Popeyes’ Cajun-style turkey has become a popular alternative for those looking to get a pre-cooked, ready-to-heat turkey for Thanksgiving dinner without doing all the work themselves But how big are these pre-seasoned birds from the famous fried chicken chain? Let’s take a closer look at the size options for Popeyes’ famous Cajun turkeys Overview of … Read more
Turkey necks have become a popular treat for dogs in recent years. Many pet owners like to feed raw turkey necks as part of a raw diet or as an occasional chew treat. But are raw turkey necks really safe and healthy for dogs? There are pros and cons to feeding any raw meaty bone … Read more
Cooking a juicy and flavorful 2 lb turkey thigh may seem intimidating but it’s easier than you think! With the right technique temperature, and timing, you can make delicious oven-baked turkey thighs at home. In this comprehensive guide, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know to cook a perfect 2 lb turkey thigh. … Read more
Marcus Lashley receives funding from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission, the National Wild Turkey Federation, and Turkeys for Tomorrow. William Gulsby receives funding from the Alabama Wildlife Federation, Turkeys for Tomorrow and the National Wild Turkey Federation. Birdsong is a welcome sign of spring, but robins and cardinals aren’t the only birds showing off … Read more
If your roasted turkey begins by thoroughly rinsing the bird, its time to take a second look. It turns out, giving your turkey a pre-oven bath can do far more harm than good. According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), its impossible to remove all the bacteria from a raw turkey by rinsing … Read more
Should you offer your dog food during bouts of diarrhea, and if so, which ones are best? Many veterinarians prescribe bland foods like beef and rice, but I recommend two other foods that do a better job of soothing irritated bowels and delaying gastric emptying to help stop loose stools. Many veterinarians have updated their … Read more