How to find the Right Puppy

The best—and the only foolproof—way of finding a pup with the right temperament for your needs is by using a registered, well-established breeder. Breeders who are intent on breeding top-quality,…

How to Avoid KOI Stress

I cannot emphasize too highly the importance of a stress-free environment for KOI. Many factors make fish stressed, and the following five-point plan will alert you to the most severe:…

How to Catch a Sockeye Salmon

Latin name: oncorhynchus nerka Best time to catch: spring through fall Also known as: Big redfish, blueback salmon, red salmon, sockeye Sockeye salmon ranges from northern California to southern Alaska.…

How to Catch a Longfin Sanddab

Latin name: Citharichthys xanthostigma Best time to catch: Year-round Also known as: Catalina sanddab, sanddab, soft flounder The longfin sanddab ranges from Costa Rica to Monterey, California. It has a…

How to Catch a Pompano Dolphin Fish

Latin name: Coryphaena equiselis Best time to catch: Spring to late summer Also known as: Blue dolphin, dolphinfish, little dolphin, mahimahi, pompano dolphinfish, small dolphin The dolphin (Coryphaena hippurus) and…

How to Control Termites

Termites are among the most common, destructive enemies of the house. If you've spotted damage by these pests, or suspect their presence, you can hire a termite control or termite removal…