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What does good value in a feed mean to you? Is it a fair price? Quality ingredients? Less waste? NatureWise Nourishing was formulated with these things in mind. Our customers mentioned seeing a lot of dust and small pieces—what we call fines—at the bottom of feed bags. And, just for you, we developed NatureWise Nourishing, a new feed with a specialized cooking process that minimizes fines and also offers better nutrient absorption. It’s an all-around win—and an exceptional value—for you and your birds. NatureWise Nourishing is made with a process similar to that used to make pet foods. It allows...

Welcome to our family!  To all the customers from Smithland— we’re so sorry to hear about your store’s closing, but we’re thrilled to welcome you to our community! At A.W. Brown's, we’re passionate about helping you care for your pets and grow beautiful gardens. Whether you're picking up your pup’s favorite treats, searching for the perfect plant, or just stopping by for advice, we’re here to help. We look forward to getting to know you — and we’re always happy to answer questions or offer recommendations to make the transition easy. You're welcome here any time! We can't wait to...

Pre- and probiotics are considered “functional ingredients” that are added to horse feed to provide benefits to your horse. The environment of the intestine (a.k.a. gut) contains naturally occurring beneficial microorganisms commonly called ‘bugs’. Gut bugs are found in all species, including humans, and are essential to the digestion process. For the horse, gut bugs work to break down components of forage and feed as they pass through the digestive tract. The bugs deconstruct complex molecules within feedstuffs, which releases nutrients and allows the synthesis of energy substrates and important vitamins. Those nutrients are then absorbed through the intestines into...

Egg binding is a commonly cited problem on online forums, but what is this condition and how can you treat it? More importantly, how can you prevent it? Egg binding occurs when a hen has been straining to lay an egg for several hours. A stuck egg prevents fecal matter and other eggs from passing out of the body, and the hen will eventually die from shock or infection. Causes There are a number of factors that may cause egg binding. Eggs form with the pointy end facing the vent opening, but they are laid blunt end first, which means...

We’re here for your pets all year long, and the winter is no exception to that! As the dark and cold months approach quickly, we want to make sure your furry friend is prepared. Continue on as we’ll be highlighting several of our favorite winter-themed pet products! Pet Beds What better than snuggling up in a warm bed while the snow comes down? We all love that feeling of getting comfortable, and so do your pets! A.W. Brown’s carries a wide variety of U.S.A.-made, machine washable, and self-heating beds! Some of our options include Arlee Pet Beds, Squishmallows Pet Beds that come in...